JBL Conceal C82W Invisible Subwoofer System Pair

The JBL Conceal C82W Invisible Subwoofer System is a high-performance 2-panel design built around a patented compression molded baffle and paintable Fidelity Glass™ outer skin. Each panel contains a pair of acoustically coupled 8-inch drivers. The finished subwoofer panels are easily to install and disappear completely into the walls, this allows optimal placement virtually anywhere in a house. 

The JBL Conceal C82W is a dual-panel, high-performance invisible architectural subwoofer system. Each C82W panel includes a rigid frame that houses the drivers and acoustic components that would be found on a conventional visible architectural in-wall or in-ceiling loudspeaker. The frame attaches directly to the structural framing of the wall, while the face of the loudspeaker – the FidelityGlass™ panel – features a smooth and durable surface. With the edges of the loudspeaker flush to the wallboard, the seams are taped and spackled using common methods and techniques. Once sanded and properly prepared, you simply need to paint or wallpaper the surface of the loudspeaker to match your desired finish.

The foundation of the panel of the C82W is a compression molded baffle that provides a rigid frame for the entire assembly. The FidelityGlass acoustic panel is affixed to the frame and serves as the diaphragm for the transducers. Within the panel, dual 8-inch (200mm) high-power woofers operate in conjunction with the FidelityGlass panel and a tuned enclosure to deliver solid bass performance rivaling that of traditional in-room subwoofers. An integrated wooden back box enclosure helps to focus the sound into the room and minimize acoustic intrusion into adjacent spaces. The C82W subwoofer panels are intended to be used with external amplification tailored with the proper equalization and protection circuitry to optimize performance and ensure reliability over the long-term. JBL recommends the use of Crown CDi DriveCore™ amplifiers for use with the C82W system.

Installation of the Conceal invisible subwoofer system is achieved much as you would install a standard drywall patch. For new construction, a wooden place holder board accessory is available to mark the location while the drywall is installed. Detailed instructions are available to help ensure a proper installation. After installing and rechecking the registration of the panel against the drywall, it is key to test the loudspeakers for proper operation with an amplified sound source before moving on to the drywall taping and finishing stages.

• Dual-panel design each with dual 8-inch (200mm) LF drivers
• Proprietary FidelityGlass™ acoustic panels and compression molded baffles
• Integrated wooden back box enclosure for reduced acoustic intrusion into adjacent spaces
• Loudspeaker system installs like a standard drywall patch
• Paintable surface can also be custom finished for complete invisibility