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Manufacturer codeARENA180WH
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About the JBL Arena 180
JBL ARENA180WH is listed in the loudspeakers category. The recorded specifications include speaker type: 2-way; connectivity technology: Wired; rms rated power: 225 W. This entry covers manufacturer code ARENA180WH. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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- Speaker type
- 2-way
- Rated audio power (RMS)
- 225 W
- Connectivity technology
- Wired
- Weight
- 15.2 kg
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JBL Arena 180 specifications
Manufacturer code: ARENA180WH · Icecat product 27010060 · Checked 26 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Speaker type | 2-way |
|---|---|
| Rated audio power (RMS) | 225 W |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Weight | 15.2 kg |
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Audio & listening8 details
| Audio channels | 1.0 channels |
|---|---|
| Speaker placement | Floor, Tabletop/bookshelf |
| Speaker enclosure | Closed |
| Speaker position | Front |
| Frequency range | 39 - 40000 Hz |
| Impedance | 8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 88 dB |
| Crossover frequency | 2100 Hz |
Design & dimensions5 details
| Product colour | Black, White |
|---|---|
| Width | 217 mm |
| Depth | 314 mm |
| Height | 1086 mm |
| Housing colour | White |
Further product details14 details
| Tweeter | Yes |
|---|---|
| Number of tweeter drivers | 1 |
| Tweeter diameter | 2.5 cm |
| Tweeter diameter (imperial) | 2.54 cm (1") |
| Woofer | Yes |
| Number of woofer drivers | 2 |
| Woofer diameter | 17.8 cm |
| Woofer diameter (imperial) | 17.8 cm (7") |
| Recommended usage | Speaker set unit |
| Multi-Room Streaming (MRS) support | No |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| Recommended amplifier power (max) | 225 W |
| Recommended amplifier power (min) | 20 W |
| Magnetically shielded | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Package type | Box |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
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