JBL 705P 5-Inch 2-Way Master Reference Monitor
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- Full JBL manufacturer's warranty
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JBL 705P 5-Inch 2-Way Master Reference Monitor
The JBL 705P is a compact nearfield reference monitor built to cut through live-sound oversight and studio-control scenarios where you need to trust what you're hearing. Dual 250W amplification powers a precisely engineered 5-inch woofer and high-frequency transducer, delivering the acoustic authority required for mixing, mastering, and monitoring without overwhelming a console or rack installation. Built on JBL's professional audio heritage, the 705P holds its ground in any serious control room or monitor position.
Audio Performance & Accuracy
The dual amplification design—250W dedicated to each the 2409H high-frequency transducer and 725G 5-inch low-frequency driver—ensures clean, independent signal paths with minimal harmonic distortion. Frequency response of 45Hz–25kHz (3 dB) covers the critical listening range, with maximum peak SPL exceeding 107 dB SPL at 1 meter, providing sufficient headroom for professional monitoring without acoustic compression or fatigue.
Design & Build Quality
The reinforced birch plywood enclosure resists resonance and cabinet coloration, while the 1.9 kHz crossover frequency delivers smooth driver integration across the spectrum. Mounting flexibility—top, bottom, and rear mounting points with 2-hole pattern—integrates seamlessly into wall-mounted or standalone console configurations; at 5.68 kg (12.5 lbs) each, placement adjustments are practical without requiring installation hardware.
Key Features
- Dual 250W Class D amplifiers—one for HF transducer, one for LF driver
- Frequency response 45Hz–25kHz (±3 dB); full range 39Hz–36kHz
- Maximum peak SPL >107 dB SPL / 1m (80 Hz–20 kHz)
- Max continuous SPL >101 dB SPL / 1m
- 5-inch (127mm) 725G woofer with 14mm peak-to-peak excursion
- 2409H high-frequency transducer
- 1.9 kHz crossover frequency
- 1 × XLR balanced analog input; 1 × XLR AES3 digital input with pass-through
- Digital connectivity supports up to 192 kHz sample rates
- Birch plywood reinforced enclosure
- Compact dimensions 268 × 151 × 274 mm (10.56 × 5.94 × 10.80 inches)
- Flexible mounting: top, bottom, and rear mounting points with 2-hole pattern
The 705P combines transparent midrange accuracy, extended frequency coverage, and installation flexibility into a professional-grade nearfield monitor suited to control rooms and live-sound stations where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.
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| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
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At a Glance
The JBL 705P is a compact 5-inch dual-amplified studio reference monitor engineered for accurate mixing and mastering in control rooms where transparency and reliability matter. While this is a studio-focused tool rather than a stage monitor, it's worth knowing about if you're recording demos or tracking in-house: its clean signal path and neutral frequency response (45Hz–25kHz) make it ideal for making mixing decisions you can trust. Choose it for its professional JBL pedigree, flexible mounting, and enough headroom (>107 dB SPL) to let you hear every detail without fatigue.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Mixing
- ✓ Mastering
Not the best pick for
- – Live Performance
- – Touring
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What size room is the 705P best for?
The 705P is a nearfield monitor designed for mixing rooms, home studios, and control rooms where you sit close to the speakers—typically 3 to 6 feet away. Its compact size (10.56 × 5.94 × 10.80 inches) and weight (12.5 lbs each) make it practical for console tops or wall mounting, but it is not intended for live performance or large-venue monitoring.
Does it have both analog and digital inputs?
Yes. The 705P includes one XLR balanced analog input and one XLR AES3 digital input with pass-through capability, supporting sample rates up to 192 kHz for high-resolution mixing and mastering sessions.
How does the dual amplification design affect sound quality?
Each amplifier (250W) drives its own driver—one for the 5-inch woofer, one for the high-frequency transducer—ensuring clean, independent signal paths with minimal harmonic distortion and smooth crossover integration at 1.9 kHz. This separates the frequencies so each driver can operate optimally without crosstalk.
What is the frequency response, and is it suitable for mastering?
Frequency response is 45Hz–25kHz (±3 dB), covering the critical listening range for mixing and mastering work. Maximum peak SPL exceeds 107 dB at 1 meter, providing sufficient headroom to hear mixing decisions clearly without acoustic compression or listener fatigue.
Is the 705P easy to set up in different mounting configurations?
Yes. The speaker offers flexible mounting with top, bottom, and rear mounting points (2-hole pattern), allowing integration into wall-mounted, console, or standalone configurations. At 12.5 lbs each, placement adjustments can be made without heavy installation hardware.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $84 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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