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- 6.5” PolyPlas driver delivers unrivaled purity, power, and realism
- 1” CMMD® Lite high-frequency driver and High Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide bring cinema-grade imaging and natural balance to your listening experience
- Visually striking 21st century design features that can’t fail to seduce
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Features
6.5” PolyPlas driver delivers unrivaled purity, power, and realism
We have years of JBL acoustic testing under our belt. With its 6.5” PolyPlas front-firing driver delivering unrivaled midrange accuracy and power, we’ll let a masterpiece speak for itself.
1” CMMD® Lite high-frequency driver and High Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide bring cinema-grade imaging and natural balance to your listening experience
The consummation of 67 years of pioneering sound research at our JBL labs, the Studio 230 incorporates bold technologies like a High Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide and a 1” CMMD Lite high-frequency driver into its design. Together, these advances let you experience your sound cinematically – in all its precision imaging, detail, natural balance, and full spectrum mastery.
Visually striking 21st century design features that can’t fail to seduce
The JBL way is to make it look as good as it sounds. And with the Studio 230, we’ve made no exception. With its 21st century elegance – one that incorporates soft-rounded edges, black gloss paneling, and soft-touch paint – we’ve built something to seduce the eye as much as the ear.
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Item# STUDIO230BK
Description
Sonic dynastyfused with high-tech destiny
Place a new kind of legend on your bookshelf We admit it: we’ve made a loudspeaker that wouldn’t have been possible in another time and place. But so what? We’re in this business to break all the rules of impossible. Meet the new legend in town: the JBL® Studio 230 bookshelf speaker. As part of the new 10-piece JBL Studio 2 loudspeaker series, the Studio 230 was built to speak the languages of both legacy sound and forward-thinking technology. Tested relentlessly in the world’s most advanced sound research lab – our own – as well as pitted against competitors in real world comparative listening studies, we aimed this one for the fences. We constructed a front-firing 6.5” PolyPlas midrange speaker and a rear-firing Slipstream bass port to envelope your senses in tight, powerful bass. Others might have relaxed and called it a day – but that’s not how we do it at JBL. We took further cues from our work designing the world’s most legendary recording studios, and gave our Studio 230 the kind of tech that makes for premium cinema listening: a 1” CMMD® Lite high-frequency driver that ensures low-distortion, and a High Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide design that offers pinpoint sound imaging and firm natural balance. Then we topped it off with seductive features like gloss black paneling, soft rounded edges, and your choice of either Black or Espresso woodgrain finish. We combined the power and precision of high-tech audio with the sleek urbanity of “it-factor” design. For those able to hear the truth, we’re confident you’ll hear it –full volume – upon first listen.
General Specifications
- Type
- 2-way 6.5" Bookshelf Loudspeaker
Audio Specifications
- Frequency Response
- 52 Hz – 22 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 88 dB
- Maximum Recommended Amplifier Power
- 20 – 150W
- Nominal Impedance
- 8 Ohms
Dimensions
- Depth (mm)
- 265
- Depth (in)
- 10-7/16
- Width (mm)
- 237
- Weight (kg)
- 7.9
- Width ( in)
- 9-5/16
- Weight (lb)
- 17.5
- Height (in)
- 15
- Height (mm)
- 381
Control and Connection Specifications
- Connector Type
- Gold-plated binding-post speaker terminals
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Reviews and Q&A
Customer Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HTFan from
It's what the Pro's Use !
As a veteran Recording Artist I can say this...
Studio 230's are "true studio monitors".
Moreover, every commercial Cinema uses horn loaded
speakers for the mains & surrounds.
These are horn loaded speakers.
Is it any wonder that your local Cinema has
JBL horn loaded 2 way speakers as surrounds
hung along the sides & rear walls?
Now, we can too.
If budget allows?
7 of these puppies used in a 7.1 surround setup
in your home, would be unbeatable!
Especially if, you were to add a "worthy" sub-woofer to the mix.
Studio 230's truly are 1 of the greatest 2 way speakers ever made
for under $500.
~ peace
Date published: 2018-01-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KenC from
Another! great speaker model
My renewed interested with JBL speakers started when I bought two pair of small bookshelf speakers for our bookstore. At the time I thought they were very good, but they eventually *vastly* exceeded my expectations - those speakers rock! Well, for the Studio 230's I went to great lengths to find a showroom that would play them for me - this time my expectations were much more ambitious: defeat the $1500 a pair Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) CM5's by performing as well for less than 25% of the cost. Here I am to tell the world that the Studio 230's met that challenge!
Date published: 2014-07-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Abbys Friend from
Outstanding speakers
These Studio 230 speakers sound outstanding. I am very impressed with their excellent range from a deep full base to a clear and smooth high end. I have the Loft 40's and was satisfied with them until I heard the 230's. The 230's sound fuller and the base stronger.
I'm afraid after getting the 230's the 40's are being moved to the back for surround duty. In true to JBL form the 230's deliver the legendary clear and undistorted sound that JBL has been known for for many years. I am very happy I got these speakers and would recommend them to anyone that still values true quality in sound.
Date published: 2016-01-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Wild Bill from
Astonishing sound,quality and appearance!
I just purchased these JBL Studio 230's to replace my rear surround speakers of 24 yrs. I love & appreciate good quality products & from the very moment you unpack these babies to the moment you connect them to your receiver-" they simply scream QUALITY"! They sound fabulous with pop,rock & awesome with movies! Dialogue & base are "phenomenal"! They are @ rear on stands with height of 23" & rear firing base ports toward walls don't hinder their performance in any way. Highly recommend these, waited approx. (6) mos. for them to go on sale @ $299.99 per pair. They sound as good as they look!
Date published: 2016-04-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Amir Farhan from
Speakers that punch above their weight
I have onwed many speakers, chiefly are high end English speakers. English loudspeakers are great for musics, but when you need the punch from a movie or a concert, you definitely need JBLs. Im currently building a 7.2 channel system with all JBL studios. These speakers brings the absolute detail out of any DTS concert I have. I am hearing new details that Ive never heard before. This is an absolute recommended product
Date published: 2016-08-14
Product Q&A
I am using the studio 230 as left and right surround speakers, at what height should these speakers be?. The manual says that the tweeters should be ear level and also says that if you use as surrounds they must be 1.5m - 1.8 from the floor.
Dolby Labs says the surround speakers should be a minimum of 2 to 3 feet
above the listening area.
Date published: 2021-06-06
I had mind set on the Arena 130 but after reading all the positive reviews on the Studio 230 I’m considering changing my mind. Is there a huge difference in the sound quality between the two?
The ARENA 130 is a great speaker that can handle an awful lot of power, up to 125 watts, and it sounds great. However, there is no arguing that the STUDIO 230 is a higher quality speakers. It can handle up to 150 watts of power and is made of higher quality components (woofer, tweeter, crossover).
My personal opinion is, I like the sound of the STUDIO 230 a bit better. It has a more natural, full-range sound, to my ears.
Date published: 2021-06-06
I have studio 190 speakers. Can i use studio 230 and 235c with studio 190 speakers. Thanks.
100%. I have the Studio 190/180/130 speakers and recently "upgraded" if you will, to the 235c. It bends in perfectly with the other speakers in terms of sound and looks. In fact with the grill off it looks like it could be part of the 190 series. I am very, very happy with the 235c.
Date published: 2021-06-06
What is the crossover frequency of the JBL Studio 230?
The crossover frequency for the JBL Studio 230 is 2.4 kHz.
Date published: 2021-06-06
hi. looking at my pair of 230s am i right in thinking banana plugs wont fit ?
Hi
Even though we cannot and do not recommend using banana plugs, it is possible to use them with the Studio series speakers. Remember to remove the plastic red and black inserts in the speaker inputs before attempting to plug in banana plugs.
Date published: 2021-06-06
Can these speakers be placed horizontal on a bookshelf instead of vertical as designed? It looks like the feet are not attached and could placed on the long side okay for a horizontal placement. Would placing on the side influence the sound in any way?
There would be little to no difference if you place the speaker sideways. Feel free to place the speaker however you want it to and make sure that there would be space to breathe at the back where the connectors are located.
Date published: 2021-06-06
What is the speaker dimensions?
Height: 15" (381mm)
Width: 9 5/16" (237mm)
Depth: 10 7/16" (265mm)
Date published: 2021-06-06
I’m planning to use this speakers as rear surround speakers but I Would like to know if the Studio 230 speakers are compatible with front jbl tower speakers L5.
The studio 230 and the JBL L5 speaker can work together with the L5 as the front speakers and the Studio 230 as the surround.
Date published: 2021-06-06
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