The JBL Synthesis SCL-1 ranks #14 out of 23 total In-Wall & In-Ceiling Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#14 JBL Synthesis SCL-1: $36,299.90 per pair Audio Advice eBay
Pros: JBL Synthesis’s flagship in-wall left, center and right speaker with two 12” woofers and a D2 dual-diaphragm compression driver on a large HDI horn. Sensitivity is very high at 94dB, and JBL rates it to 133dB peak. JBL’s measurements show a preference score of 4.03 that reaches 6.35 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.39 listening window deviation.
Cons: It needs a large wall cavity and at least 500W of amplification, and it is sold through JBL Synthesis custom installers. Bass reaches 53.0Hz (-3dB) and about 46Hz (-10dB).
How it compares: Just above it: JBL Synthesis SCL-7 - $16940 cheaper, 6Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: JBL Synthesis SCL-4 - $14520 cheaper, 3Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 45.6Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 53.0Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 48”H x 19”W x 14.5”D (1218 x 482 x 368 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 12” C4 woofers, D2430K dual 3” compression driver on HDI horn |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz-24kHz -6dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Maximum SPL | 133dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 94dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.03 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.35 |
| Weight | 177.5 lbs (80.5 kg) |
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