JBL 2226H Woofer

Born from JBL’s legacy of no-compromise pro audio engineering, the 2226H isn’t just a woofer—it’s a workhorse. Building on the 2225H’s foundation, this 15-inch powerhouse delivers higher power handling and smarter thermal design, making it a staple in professional rigs where pushing limits is the norm.

Specifications

Type	15" (380mm) Cone Woofer
Voice Coil Diameter	4 inches (100mm)
Magnet	Ferrite (SFG - Symmetrical Field Geometry)
Nominal Impedance	8 Ω
Power Handling	350W continuous
Frequency Response	30 Hz - 2.5 kHz
Sensitivity	97 dB/W/m
Resonant Frequency (Fs)	~32 Hz

Design Features

SFG Magnetic Circuit: Symmetrical Field Geometry for low distortion
4-inch Voice Coil: Edge-wound aluminum for excellent heat dissipation
Improved Thermal Management: Better power compression characteristics
Enhanced Reliability: Designed for continuous high-level operation

Applications

High-power sound reinforcement
Large venue installations
Stage monitoring
Touring sound systems

Enclosure Design

For optimal performance, JBL’s official enclosure guide lays out precise configurations—tuned boxes that let the 2226H breathe deep and hit hard.

Single Driver Configuration

Application	General purpose low-end
Chart Reference	#6
Enclosure Volume	4.0 cubic feet (113 liters)
Tuned Frequency	40 Hz
Internal Dimensions	23.6" H x 19.2" W x 16.7" D
Vent Area	25.1 sq in (2x 4" ducts)
Duct Length	6.5 inches

Dual Driver Configuration

Application	General purpose low-end
Chart Reference	#11
Enclosure Volume	10.0 cubic feet (283 liters)
Tuned Frequency	30 Hz
Internal Dimensions	32.0" H x 26.1" W x 22.6" D
Vent Area	75.4 sq in (6x 4" ducts)
Duct Length	15.2 inches

View the complete JBL Professional Enclosure Guide →

Related Drivers

JBL 2225H - Predecessor with slightly lower power handling
JBL 2227H - Similar design with different flux density
JBL 2242H - Subwoofer optimized version

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Documentation

Lansing Heritage - Comprehensive JBL specifications, photos, and historical documents
HiFi Engine - JBL manuals, service documents, and brochures
Audio Karma JBL Forum - Community discussions and restoration guides