The JBL Control 25 line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 2 models, from the JBL Control 25T to the JBL Control 25-1. Ratings run from 2.2/5 to 2.4/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
Control 25T to Control 25-1
The JBL Control 25-1 replaced the JBL Control 25T. It rates higher, 2.4/5 against 2.2/5.
| Spec | Control 25T | Control 25-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 5.25” (135mm) polypropylene coated woofer with WeatherEdge, 0.75” (19mm) titanium coated polycarbonate tweeter | 5.25” (135mm) woven-fiberglass cone woofer with WeatherEdge, 0.75” (19mm) PEI diaphragm tweeter with fluid cooling |
| Sensitivity | 88dB | 90dB (1W @ 1m) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 150.0Hz | 85Hz |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) | 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) |
Full Control 25T vs Control 25-1 comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the JBL Control 25 are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the JBL Control 25, from the JBL Control 25T to the JBL Control 25-1.
What replaced the JBL Control 25T?
The JBL Control 25-1 replaced the JBL Control 25T. It is rated 2.4/5, against 2.2/5 for the JBL Control 25T.