The JBL Synthesis SAM3HA ranks #23 out of 71 total Center Channel Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#23 JBL Synthesis SAM3HA: $1,500 each Discontinued eBay
Pros: A horizontal LCR from JBL’s Synthesis Three Array system with a 1” titanium compression driver on a constant-directivity horn between two 6.5” woofers. Published Spinorama data shows bass to 64.8Hz (-3dB) and about 43Hz (-10dB), and a preference score of 4.86 that reaches 7.37 with an ideal subwoofer. Measured bass extension of 64.8Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The only Spinorama data is low quality, digitized from a published chart. On-axis deviation is moderate (0.85). It is long discontinued and available only used.
How it compares: Just above it: Revel Performa C52 - $1000 more, 1Hz higher bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: KEF R2c - $200 cheaper, 2Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 42.5Hz (measured, spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 64.8Hz (measured, spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 9.6”H x 28.6”W x 9.1”D (244 x 727 x 230 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” titanium compression driver with constant-directivity horn, 2x 6.5” woofers |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz-40kHz -3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.86 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.37 |
| Weight | 30.9 lbs (14 kg) |
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