The Stage 260W is a single-woofer in-wall loudspeaker from JBL's Stage Architectural range, sold as a single piece. It uses a 6.5 inch polycellulose cone woofer and a 1 inch aluminium dome tweeter set in an acoustic lens and JBL's HDI waveguide. The larger woofer gives it more low end and output than the compact models in the range, which makes it a strong all-round choice for whole-house audio, surrounds or in-wall mains in a smaller room.
Like the rest of the Stage Architectural line, it is built to disappear. The zero bezel metal grille sits flush against the wall or ceiling with no visible frame, and it can be painted to match the surface. A rigid baffle with acoustic smoothing and a premium crossover using air-core inductors and mylar capacitors keep the sound clean at any volume. The XL-2 installation system clamps to wall or ceiling material up to 2 inches thick, and nickel-plated spring terminals speed up wiring on a multi-room job.
Key Features
- Single 6.5 inch in-wall loudspeaker, sold individually
- 6.5 inch polycellulose cone woofer for fuller low end
- 1 inch aluminium dome tweeter with acoustic lens
- High-Definition Imaging HDI waveguide for accurate sound
- Zero bezel metal grille installs flush and paintable
- Rigid baffle with acoustic smoothing for driver integration
- Premium air-core inductor and mylar capacitor crossover
- XL-2 system fits wall or ceiling up to 2 inches thick
- Nickel-plated spring-loaded connectors for fast wiring
- Frequency response of 50 Hz to 25 kHz
- 87 dB sensitivity into an 8 ohm load
- Suitable for mains, surrounds or whole-house audio
Warranty
This product is covered by the manufacturer's warranty through JBL's authorised distributor in India. [VERIFY: confirm exact warranty term for JBL Stage 260W under Harman India before publish.]
Why Consider the JBL Stage 260W
The 260W is the versatile middle of JBL's in-wall range. Its single 6.5 inch woofer gives it more weight and output than a 5.25 inch model without the space or cost of the dual-woofer 250WL, which makes it the sensible default for most in-wall jobs. Use a pair as mains in a compact home theatre, as surrounds in a larger one, or spread several through a house for multi-room audio. The zero bezel grille keeps every room looking clean, the 8 ohm load is easy for any amplifier or distribution system to drive, and the XL-2 clamps make installation quick whether you are cutting into drywall or a ceiling.
Ideal For
- Whole-house and multi-room in-wall audio
- Surround channels in a home theatre
- In-wall mains in compact rooms
- Rooms where visible box speakers are not acceptable
- New construction and renovation with wall cavities available
- Custom installers wanting a paintable flush-fit speaker
What's in the Box
- One JBL Stage 260W in-wall loudspeaker
- Zero bezel paintable metal grille
- Cutout template
- Installation guide and documentation
Technical Specifications
| Design and Drivers |
| Type |
Two-way in-wall loudspeaker, sold as a single piece |
| Low frequency transducer |
6.5 inch (165 mm) polycellulose cone |
| High frequency transducer |
1 inch (25 mm) aluminium dome with acoustic lens |
| Waveguide |
High-Definition Imaging HDI |
| Performance |
| Frequency response |
50 Hz to 25 kHz, minus 6 dB on-axis |
| Sensitivity at 2.83 V, 1 m |
87 dB |
| Nominal impedance |
8 ohms |
| Recommended amplifier power |
20 to 100 watts RMS |
| Crossover frequency |
1.9 kHz |
| Installation |
| Mounting system |
XL-2, for wall or ceiling up to 50 mm thick |
| Grille |
Zero bezel metal, flush fit, paintable |
| Terminals |
Nickel-plated spring loaded |
| Mounting depth |
92 mm (3.6 inch) |
| Dimensions and Weight |
| Grille dimensions |
339 x 217 mm (13.3 x 8.5 inch) |
| Cutout dimensions |
311 x 184 mm (12.2 x 7.2 inch) |
| Product weight |
2.2 kg each |
