JBL Launches 7 Series — Next Gen Monitoring System for Post and Broadcast Control Rooms

At IBC 2015, HARMAN JBL Professional (yes, that is the full legal name) has announced a new modular referencing monitor system. The take from this system is that it can be scaled to any size room, and excels in the dialog range.

First up in JBL’s new 7 Series is the modular LSR708i and LSR705i monitors.

The new 7 Series will include a range of referencing monitors, but the first two introduced to us are the LSR705i (5-inch) and the LSR708i (8-inch). Each include JBL’s newly designed woofers for output down to 30Hz, and their Image Control Waveguide for increased spatial imaging.

The monitors include tech built for management options, including HARMAN’s Crown DCi 8|300N eight and four-channel power amplifiers to be driven by single amp channel, or bi-amplified. The 705i and 708i also include a chip by HARMAN that can allow for universal bass management, and a range of I/O options.

The JBL LSR708i is available now for $1,500 MSRP, and the LSR705i for $687.50 MSRP. Here are more details from JBL:

Next Generation Systems for Post and Broadcast Production in Control Rooms and Trucks

The first in JBL’s new 7 Series line, the 705i and 708i models answer the call for next generation multi-channel monitoring in post rooms, broadcast facilities and trucks. Leveraging patented technologies developed for our flagship M2 Master Reference Monitor, 7 Series Studio Monitors deliver detailed imaging, extended frequency response and remarkable output from compact enclosures. Centrally amplified and tuned, and easily installed, 705i and 708i Studio Monitors are the heart of an elegant, scalable system for broadcast and post facilities working in immersive audio formats.

Patent Pending Image Control Waveguide
First introduced in the JBL M2 Master Reference Monitor, the Image Control Wave Guide technology allows

• A seamless crossover and uncolored response in the critical dialog range.
• Neutral off-axis response for greater accuracy and room-to-room consistency
• Detailed imaging and a coherent transition between screen channels, surrounds and overhead speakers.

Next Generation Driver Technology
Meeting the dynamic range and extended frequency response requirements of today’s production formats, 7 Series incorporates JBL next generation “Super Drivers.”

• The new 2409H High Frequency transducer incorporates an innovative low-mass annular diaphragm that delivers smooth response beyond 40 kHz, with extraordinary output and very low distortion.

JBL developed custom low frequency transducers for remarkable performance of the 7 Series
New 725G and 728G 5” and 8” high-excursion low frequency drivers in the 705i and 708i deliver continuously high output with minimal power compression and low frequency response into the 30Hz range.

Full details available at JBL’s product page.

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