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The JBL Control 2P is a compact powered reference monitor system that combines JBL's legendary loudspeaker design with powerful amplification. You get rich, accurate performance for the most demanding audio applications. The C2PS system includes one C2PM powered master monitor and one passive extension speaker. The compact design, rugged enclosure, and professional feature set make the JBL Control 2P Compact Powered Monitor ideal for desktop recording and video production, audio visual presentations, professional broadcast applications, and monitoring of electronic musical instruments.

JBL Control 2P Compact Powered Monitor System Features:

  • Studio quality transducers for accuracy, and rich bass
  • response: 80 Hz - 20 Khz
  • 35 watt per-channel power amplifier and high sensitivity drivers produce exceptional output: 115 DB max SPL per pair
  • Balanced XLR, 1/4", and unbalanced RCA inputs allow connection to a range of signal sources
  • Stereo headphone jack allows monitoring using headphones
  • Ergonomic, side-mounted volume control — simultaneously controls left and
  • right speakers
  • High frequency adjust control — allows the user to contour HF response to application requirements
  • Magnetically shielded transducers for use near CRT monitors and magnetically sensitive equipment
  • Internal peak limiter and overload protection circuit - protects the system from damage caused by continuous overdriving
  • Wall-mount capable using optional MTC-2P mounting kit
  • Included snap-on pedestals optimize listening angle
  • for desktop applications

Order today and enjoy reference quality sound.

JBL Control 2P Compact Powered Monitor System Specifications:

  • Transducers: LF: 135mm (5.25 in) low frequency loudspeaker; HF: 19mm (.75 in) Polycarbonate dome tweeter
  • Frequency Range: 80Hz - 20kHz
  • Amplifier Power: 35W per channel
  • Maximum SPL Per Pair: 115 dB
  • Crossover Frequency: 4.2 kHz
  • Input Sensitivity: +4 dBu XLR 1/4"; 0 dBu RCA
  • Signal Input Connectors (x2): Balanced Neutrik® Combo XLR 1/4" TRS; Unbalanced RCA
  • Power Requirements: 19 VDC / 3.42 A - use only supplied power supply
  • Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm (1/8")
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 235 x 159 x 143 mm (9.3" x 6.3" x 5.6")
  • Net Weight: 4.8kg (10lb.)

JBL Control 2P Compact Powered Monitor System

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Average of 7 User Ratings

Overall

Overall: 5.57

Quality

Quality: 5.86

Features

Features: 6.71

Value

Value: 6.14

Customer Reviews

Overall

Overall: 1

Quality

Quality: 3

Features

Features: 6

Value

Value: 5

Really, from JBL?
Posted by DSoundGuy from Virginia on Oct 3, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Recording Engineer
Reviewer's Play Style: N/A
I am an audio mix engineer for an audio company in Virginia.I needed to set up a mixing station at my home. Thought these would be a good buy. I have used JBL products for over thirty years and love them. However, these things are just bad. The bottom end is way overstated! Muddy sounding junk in my opinion. Don't buy them!

Overall

Overall: 5

Quality

Quality: 3

Features

Features: 6

Value

Value: 6

Not that great....
Posted by micron420 from Georgia on Jul 21, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Guitarist/Electronic Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Metal, Folk, Techno
I picked these up after some prodding from the sales guy and the fact that they were out of the M-Audio AV40's I had originally wanted. Having only about $300 in my pocket at the time(I bought an SM57 as well), I figured it sounded like a reasonable buy. After hooking them up, however, I was left with INTENSE amounts of treble, horrible bass response, and a deficit of cash. Be warned: if you would like to buy good monitors on a budget, these are NOT the way to go.

Overall

Overall: 3

Quality

Quality: 2

Features

Features: 3

Value

Value: 2

D.O.A.
Posted by JB from Boston on May 27, 2009
Experience w/product: I have used it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock
Got home with these babies with visions of how great they would sound. Plugged them in and turned them on and....nothing. All they gave me was a return trip to the store and a load of disappointment. Now that is some wonderful quality control.

Overall

Overall: 10

Quality

Quality: 10

Features

Features: 9

Value

Value: 10

Fantastic performance for smaller applications!
Posted by jables2309 from Austin, TX on May 24, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician, Recording Engineer (in training)
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Acoustic, Marching Percussion
I picked these up for my small recording setup in my apartment. I got tired of trying to mix down with headphones, as the final mix always sounded poor and treble-heavy in lesser-quality speakers and headphones. I'm not worried about blasting the room down, I just wanted something that lets me hear my recordings as they really sound. There's no fooling these monitors; if you're project is poorly done, you're going to hear it! They have everything I need — crisp, accurate response in a manageable and compact package. The highs and mids sing, and bass is surprisingly responsive, given the size. JBL went ahead and put all their effort into these monitors as well. Weight isn't always the best judge of quality, but when you hold these little speakers, you know they are built well. They get loud (up to 115 db in pair) and I have yet to peak them, but If you're wanting to blast your face off, these monitors won't do it. On the other hand, if you want practical size without sacrificing quality (and you know JBL delivers quality), then the Control 2P should definitely be at the top of your list. Plus they look snazzy!

Overall

Overall: 2

Quality

Quality: 5

Features

Features: 5

Value

Value: 1

A disgrace to a respectable brand.
Posted by yan pronin from Las Vegas on May 11, 2009
Experience w/product: I have used it
Reviewer's Background: Recording Hobbyist
Reviewer's Play Style: Indie, Alternative
6 minutes... that was the amount of time I let a horribly dull sound of these speakers torture my ears.

To be fair, they are handily equipped with an "off" button which most of the users will find astonishingly convenient and sudden in response. It is conveniently located behind the left speaker and, yes, it will stop the pain.

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JBL Control 2P Compact Powered Monitor System

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