JBL 305P MKII Studio Monitors Pair

The JBL 305P MkII is a highly regarded active (powered) studio monitor, widely recognized for offering exceptional performance and value in its class.

It’s designed for music producers, audio engineers, podcasters, video editors, and anyone who needs accurate, high-fidelity sound reproduction for critical listening in a studio or home recording environment.

The “Pair” designation means you are purchasing two individual monitors, which is essential for proper stereo imaging in a studio setup.

JBL 305P Features and Specs (per single):

• Monitor Type: Active (Powered) Two-Way Studio Monitor. This means each speaker has its own built-in amplifiers for both the woofer and tweeter, eliminating the need for an external power amplifier.
• Drivers:
  • LF Driver: 5-inch (127mm) long-throw woofer. This driver is responsible for reproducing low and mid-range frequencies.
  • HF Driver: 1-inch (25mm) woven-composite soft-dome tweeter. This driver handles high frequencies.
• Power Configuration: Bi-amplified. Each driver (woofer and tweeter) has its own dedicated Class-D amplifier.
  • HF Driver Power Amp: 41W, Class-D
  • LF Driver Power Amp: 41W, Class-D
  • Total Power: 82W (per monitor)
• JBL Image Control Waveguide: This is a hallmark feature, originally developed for JBL’s flagship M2 Master Reference Monitors. It’s a precisely contoured waveguide around the tweeter that helps to:
  • Improve Stereo Imaging: Creates a detailed and immersive soundstage, allowing you to accurately pinpoint instruments and vocals within a mix.
  • Broad Sweet Spot: Ensures a consistent and neutral frequency response across a wider listening area, meaning you hear an accurate representation of your mix even if you’re not in the absolute “perfect” listening position.
• Frequency Response:
  • Frequency Response (±3 dB): 49Hz – 20kHz (This is the most critical spec for accuracy)
  • Frequency Range (-10dB): 43Hz – 24kHz (Indicates the full usable range)
  • Low Frequency Extension (-10dB): 43Hz
• SPL (Sound Pressure Level):
  • Maximum Continuous SPL: 94dB
  • Maximum Peak SPL: 108dB
• JBL Slip Stream™ Low-Frequency Port: A patented double-flared port design that provides superior bass performance at all playback levels, reducing turbulence and maintaining clarity even at low volumes.
• Acoustic Tuning Controls:
  • Boundary EQ: A three-position switch (0dB, -1.5dB, -3dB) at 50Hz, designed to compensate for the low-frequency boost that often occurs when monitors are placed on a desktop or near walls. This helps achieve a more neutral bass response.
  • HF Trim Switch: A three-position switch (-2dB, 0dB, +2dB) for adjusting the high-frequency output, allowing you to tailor the monitors to your room’s acoustics or personal preference.
• Connectivity: Flexible professional inputs.
  • 1 x Balanced XLR Female Input
  • 1 x Balanced 1/4″ TRS Female Input
  • Input Sensitivity Switch: Selectable between +4dBu (professional line level) and -10dBV (consumer line level) for compatibility with a wide range of audio interfaces and devices.
• Robust Construction: The enclosure is made of 15mm MDF with a matte black PVC finish and an injection-molded structural ABS baffle, designed for durability and acoustic integrity.
• JBL Reliability: Engineered to JBL’s Linear Spatial Reference design criteria and undergoes a rigorous 100-hour full-power test to ensure long-term reliability.
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 298 x 185 x 231 mm (11.75″ x 7.3″ x 9.1″)
• Net Weight (each): 4.73 kg (10.43 lbs)

Performance JBL 305P:

• Accuracy and Detail: The 305P MkII is praised for its neutral and accurate frequency response, allowing engineers to hear every detail in their mix without coloration. This is crucial for making informed mixing decisions.
• Transparent Soundstage: The Image Control Waveguide truly stands out, creating a wide and deep stereo image that makes it easy to place instruments in the mix.
• Tight Bass Response: The Slip Stream port delivers surprisingly deep and controlled bass for a 5-inch woofer, avoiding the boomy or muddy bass often found in budget monitors.
• Versatility: Ideal for a wide range of applications:
  • Music Production: Mixing, mastering (for home studios), tracking, and critical listening.
  • Podcasting & Voice-Over: Ensuring clear and balanced vocal recordings.
  • Video Editing: Accurate audio monitoring for film and video projects.
  • Gaming & Hi-Fi Listening: While primarily studio tools, their accurate sound can also enhance immersive gaming or high-fidelity music listening.
• Room Adaptability: The Boundary EQ and HF Trim controls are invaluable for optimizing the monitors’ sound to your specific room acoustics, which is crucial for achieving accurate results in typical home studio environments.

• Exceptional Sound Quality for the Price: Offers a level of accuracy and imaging usually found in more expensive monitors.
• Wide Sweet Spot: Reduces listener fatigue and allows for consistent monitoring even when slightly off-axis.
• Effective Room Correction Tools: Boundary EQ and HF Trim help tailor the sound to your space.
• Reliable Bass Response: Clear and well-defined lows, even at lower listening levels.
• Flexible Connectivity: XLR and TRS inputs with input sensitivity switch for broad compatibility.
• Durable Build: Designed for professional use and longevity.
• Bi-amplified Design: Dedicated power for each driver for optimal performance.