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JBL Studio 520CBK 2-Way Dual 4-Inch Center Channel Speaker

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Features

  • Dual 4-Inch (130mm) Transducers with PolyPlas cones
  • 1-Inch (25mm) High-Frequency Compression Driver
  • Glass-filled ABS Bi-Radial High-Frequency Horn
  • 3/4-Inch (19mm) ultra-ridged MDF Enclosure
  • Exclusive Design

Description

The Studio 520C center channel speaker shares a critical design characteristic with the massive JBL Professional loudspeakers you hear movie theaters and concert venues, as well as with our most advanced residential speaker systems - a controlled-directivity compression drivers in a horn that delivers delicate high-frequency sound and live music experience to your ears with minimum interaction with walls and furniture. Designed by JBL chief engineer Greg Timbers, who also developed the acclaimed Everest DD6000, K2 and Project Array systems, the 520C features a 1-Inch (25mm) HF compression driver and Bi-Radial horn with dual 4-Inch (100mm) cast frame Symmetrical Field Geometry (SFG) woofers for crisp movie dialogue and effects with dynamic realism and dimensional accuracy that closely duplicates the experience of a live performance. Engineered and voice matched to other speakers in the JBL Studio 5 Series, the Studio 520c center channel systems is powerful, accurate and styled to make a dramatic design statement in any listening environment. From the Manufacturer JBL Studio 520CBKDual 4" Center Channel Loudspeaker with High-Frequency Compression Driver in a Horn and Classic JBL® BassLooking for a more dramatic audio experience? Try JBL Studio 520 center channel loudspeaker. Innovative materials and cutting-edge technology have always put JBL products out in front of the competition’s. So expect extreme output from us and be prepared for a high-impact performance that may surprise you. The JBL Studio line of loudspeakers – which incorporates the very best in modern design and proven technology – is becoming one of the world’s most recognized and admired.JBL Studio 520CBK at a glance: Dual 4" (100mm) Low-Frequency Transducers 1" (25mm) High-Frequency Compression Driver Glass-filled ABS Bi-Radial High-Frequency Horn 5/8" (16mm) MDF Enclosure Low loss, 2-way crossover network Rear-facing bass port increases output and extends bass response Dual gold-plated binding posts with bi-wire capability increases connection options Exclusive Design View Larger The PolyPlas cones on the 520C delivers clean, powerful bass response at all listening levelsKey FeaturesDual 4" (100mm) Low-Frequency TransducersDual 4" (100mm) Low-Frequency Transducers on the JBL Studio 520C is equipped with stiff, lightweight ribbed PolyPlas cones with rubber surround and 1"-diameter woofer voice coils. The heavy-duty magnet assemblies with Symmetrical Field Geometry (SFG) technology and delivers clean, powerful bass response at all listening levels. All of this technology is beautifully stored in a rigid, non-resonant cast aluminum frame, resulting in a crisp, high-impact bass performance and more emotional impact at all listening levels. 1" (25mm) High- Frequency Compression DriverThe one-piece Teonex® diaphragm/surround with 1" voice coil produces a significantly lower distortion and greater dynamic range than conventional midrange and HF drivers. This feature vastly improves realism and clarity, espeically at lower output levels. Glass-filled ABS Bi- Radial High-Frequency HornThe glass-filled ABS Bi-Radial High-Frequency Horn is controlled directivity at ear level of seated listeners minimizes unwanted HF interaction with walls and furniture, which creates cleaner, more realistic HF sound over a wider listening area.View Larger The 2-way crossover network smoothes transition between woofers and HF compression driver/horn. 5/8" (16mm) MDF EnclosureThe rigid, heavily-braced design with non-parallel surfaces reduces unwanted resonances. Such enclosure provides a clearer, more detailed sound. Low loss, 2-way crossover networkThe 2-way crossover network smoothes transition between woofers and HF compression driver/horn. The crossover network reduces distortion and coloration for improved sonic clarity.Exclusive DesignClean and Dynamic, one-of-a-kind JBL Weave design makes a dramatic design statement in any room and adds a distinctive touch to any home décor. In other words, it's beautiful.. JBL Studio 520C is available in black finish. Product SpecsTechnical Specifications Low-frequency transducers Two 4" (100mm) PolyPlas™ cone with SFG magnet structures, cast frames and rubber surrounds, magnetically shielded High-frequency transducers 1" (25mm) compression driver with neodymium magnet and one-piece Teonex® diaphragm on a glass-filled ABS Bi-Radial® horn, magnetically shielded Recommended amplifier power 150 watts Frequency response 60Hz – 40kHz (–6dB) Nominal impedance 6 ohms Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) 88dB Crossover frequencies 1.5kHz Enclosure type Ported Connector type Dual gold-plated binding posts (bi-wire-capable) Available finishes Black Dimensions (H x W x D) 6-3/4" x 21-7/8" x 6-5/8" (172mm x 555mm x 168mm) Weight 16.6 lb (7.5kg) Dramatic Listening Experience.The Studio 520C center channel speaker shares a critical design characteristic with the massive JBL® Professional loudspeakers you hear movie theaters and concert venues, as well as with our most advanced residential speaker systems – a controlled-directivity compression drivers in a horn that delivers delicate highfrequency sound and live music experience to your ears with minimum interaction with walls and furniture. Designed by JBL chief engineer Greg Timbers, who also developed the acclaimed Everest DD6000, K2 and Project Array systems, the 520C features a 1-inch (25mm) HF compression driver and Bi-Radial® horn with dual 4-inch (100mm) cast-frame Symmetrical Field Geometry (SFG) woofers for crisp movie dialogue and effects with dynamic realism and dimensional accuracy that closely duplicates the experience of a live performance. Engineered and voice matched to other speakers in the JBL Studio 5 Series, the Studio 520c center channel systems is powerful, accurate and styled to make a dramatic design statement in any listening environment.

Brand: JBL


Speaker Maximum Output Power: 300 Watts


Frequency Response: 4E+4 Hz


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Audio Output Mode: Surround


Mounting Type: Wall Mount


Material: Wood


Model Name: Studio 520CBK


Speaker Type: Center Channel


Special Feature: stereo_pairing, bass_boost, Radio


Recommended Uses For Product: Compression


Compatible Devices: Television, Laptop, Desktop, Projector


Subwoofer Diameter: 4 Inches


Controller Type: Voice Control


Surround Sound Channel Configuration: 2.0


Color: Black


Included Components: grilles, mounting hardware, dual gold-plated binding posts


Product Dimensions: 6.7"D x 6.9"W x 21.9"H


Item Weight: 16.6 Pounds


Impedance: 6 Ohm


Is Waterproof: FALSE


Warranty Type: Limited


Number of Items: 1


Control Method: Voice


Speaker Size: 4 Inches


Power Source: Corded Electric


Woofer Diameter: 4 Inches


Tweeter Diameter: 1 Inches


Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant


Package Type: Standard Packaging


Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver


Audio Driver Size: 1E+2 Millimeters


Subwoofer Connectivity Technology: Wired


Connectivity Protocol: Wired


Includes MP3 player?: No


Number Of Circuits: 2


Number of Power Levels: 1


Processor Count: 1


Series Number: 520


Specific Uses For Product: home cinema setup, movies and TV, music listening, surround sound experience


UPC: 050036312745


Global Trade Identification Number: 45


Manufacturer: JBL


Item Weight: 16.6 pounds


Item model number: Studio 520C


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: November 1, 2011


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great for small rooms
I bought this on sale and I'm glad I did. I have a small room so this fits for better sound since the jbl has 4-inch drivers. I have a polk t series surround speaker set, but I also have a pair of older but good infinity primus 150 bookshelf speakers sitting on top of the polk towers, polk t15 surrounds and polk subwoofer hooked up with this center speaker. The front soundstage is spot on. This jbl 520 cbk sounds better than the polk t30 center by far. I'm hearing sounds I've never heard before. And it sounds clear and audible at a low volume, a very desirable feature. I'm powering all of my speakers with a yamaha htr 5840 6.1 natural sound A/V receiver. I think It pushes 65 watts per channel but will be adding an amplifier or equalizer later just because I'd like to play with the sounds and I'd like to fine tune it better than just bass and treble. This center is not for wall mounting but I didn't need to. I have it directly below the TV on a stand at ear level with about 3 feet clearance behind it and it sounds great. The highs are greatly improved over the polk t30 center and the mids are improved too especially dialog, and the bass is sufficient, tight and extended. I'm happy with the sounds coming from this jbl center speaker. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2021 by Mark

  • This Center Channel matches my L80t Front Speakers perfectly. Lifelike Staging.
I have had tested over 60 center channel speakers. All brands. The biggest issue was listening positions. 30° off axis you can hear the difference between the mid and high drivers. The JBL Studio 520 CBK has full audio Spectrum no matter where you sit. Was hoping it would timbre match with my L80t vintage Front Speakers. Amazing lifelike Realism Bravo JBL! Still setting the Standard ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2022 by Harold Childs

  • Clarity
This center is insanely clear. Even mismated with different left and right channels, the dialogue is crystal clear in my 3.0 setup. I set this center to “small” on my AVR with the crossover set to 80 Hz, and it made it even better, since their wasn’t as much low bass to muddy up the dialogue. Let your left, right, and subwoofer handle the bass, and this center has a lot of headroom. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2021 by StillPissed

  • Good value for the money.
The sound is clear and quite adequate for our small room. For even a medium-size room I think it would not be enough. We don't listen at loud volume, so I hope those two little 4-inch woofers don't beat themselves to death before the warranty expires. Volume and focus could be aided vastly were this speaker ported forward instead of out the back--and over at one side. There aren't many options for experimenting with placement of a center-channel speaker, and having a forward-firing port would get rid of so many reflections from the back and side walls, also increase the volume of what the listener hears, and give added focus. All in all it's the kind of fine product, worth the money, which one expects from JBL. They delivered on this one, but could do better with just that one minor change! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2021 by Baumli

  • Nice!
Love this speaker. I use it at a center channel speaker for my home audio system. It sounds amazing.
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022 by Who Is Mr Wagenfeld

  • Amazing sound at an affordable price
This thing sounds better than some $1200 center channels. In fact, a friend of mine that owns one such $1200 center channel is buying this after hearing at my house. Good for both movies and music, but trueHD music is where it really shines, those vocals sound amazing. You do need a good receiver with power this thing is HUNGRY. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2020 by Dennis

  • Impressed so far.
Sounds much better than my 1994 jbl center. Lol. Looks good. Sounds good. Pretty chunky (weight) speaker. So far I'm impressed.
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021 by Jeff

  • Clear dynamic sound.
I am a die hard JBL fan. I have been buying there speakers since the 80s. I have never been disappointed, and this center speaker system sounds awesome. Very clear and dynamic. Gets better every day. For a hi-fi enthusiasts who doesn't have thousands to spend, JBL is a superb choice. Juse my opinion. For me it's JBL every time.j ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019 by David A.

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