JBL brings its acoustic experience and expertise to bear on the studio monitor category with today’s introduction of the JBL 4349 Studio Monitor. This new high-performance studio monitor features the patented, widely acknowledged JBL D2415K dual 1.5-inch driver mated to a large-format, High-Definition Imaging (HDI) horn and featuring a 12-inch cast-frame, Pure-pulp woofer cone. The resulting 2-way design is a triumph for accurate sound reproduction and an affirmation of Harman’s unique capacity to deliver professional-studio-grade performance for discerning consumers.
“The new JBL 4349 Studio Monitor enables music lovers at home to enjoy the same exceptional dynamics and accuracy that producers and engineers employ in leading studios,” said Jim Garrett, Senior Director, Product Strategy and Planning, HARMAN Luxury Audio. “Now, by virtue of a transformative driver, mathematically brilliant horn and woofer design, and classic good looks — great sound has never been more at home.”
High-Definition Imaging
Designed and engineered in Northridge, California — widely considered to be the global crucible of acoustic design — JBL’s revolutionary High-Definition Imaging (HDI) horn geometry is the result of decades of exhaustive research into the nuance of horn design. Resulting from this pedigree, the JBL 4349 Studio Monitor delivers exceptional high-frequency detail, uniform directivity for smooth in-room response, neutral frequency response both on- and off-axis and seamless transition between the high and low frequency drivers.
Exceptional driver
JBL D2415K compression driver features a pair of lightweight, polymer, annular diaphragms that improve high-frequency extension by reducing diaphragm mass. The V-shaped geometry of the annular diaphragm reduces breakup modes, eliminates time smear and reduces distortion resulting in incredible dynamics with accurate reproduction and a lack of power compression.
12-inch woofer
A powerful 12-inch (300mm) woofer on the new JBL 4349 Studio Monitor ensures very high output with low distortion. The 3-inch (75mm) long-throw voice coil in conjunction with dual opposing spider dampers guarantee maximum output with significantly reduced distortion. A Pure-pulp cone provides a lightweight, rigid diaphragm and helps to eliminate breakup modes ensuring proper pistonic motion throughout the operating band.
“This studio monitor loudspeaker will transform how music is enjoyed and appreciated at home,” Garrett continued. “It will enable a wide range of music lovers to have a world-class, studio-grade experience in rooms of all sizes.”
Ultra high-frequency attenuator
High-frequency and Ultra High-frequency attenuator controls on the new JBL 4349 Studio Monitor allow sound to be tailored to the specific environment and listener preference. These controls manage an advanced crossover network design that features air-core inductors, cast wire-wound resistors and low-ESR metallized film capacitors in a multi-cap configuration.
Impeccable design
The JBL 4349 Studio Monitor sports a classic JBL monitor design with a blue baffle and is finished in a choice of Walnut or Black Walnut furniture-grade satin wood veneers. A blue (Walnut) or black (Black Walnut) cloth grille completes the elegant appearance. Dual sets of gold-plated binding posts provide a secure connection and offer a choice of single-ended or bi-wire/bi-amplified connections. The enclosure is heavily braced with 1-inch (25mm) thick walls to provide a solid acoustic foundation and incorporates a bass reflex design with dual front-firing, computer-optimized flared ports.
The perfect accessory to the new JBL 4349 is the JS-120 floor stands, providing dedicated support and place the monitor loudspeakers in an optimal position for listening. The low-profile stands angle the loudspeakers rearward, enhancing frequency response, imaging, sound staging and detail.
“Every detail of the JBL 4349 Studio Monitor has been examined and every assumption has been challenged,” Garrett concluded. “The result is a monitor loudspeaker that defies comparison and provides anyone, anywhere with a love of music to re-discover every track, re-visit with every artist and re-trace every musical journey. I promise that new nuance, new energy and dynamics will be revealed!”
