Detail 01
80Hz low-frequency limit
Kick and bass fundamentals drop away. You hear the harmonics, not the weight. Add a sub for low-end decisions.
Product detailSKU #1274034480885
JBLControl 2P 5.25" Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Compact 35W-per-side powered monitors with XLR, TRS and RCA inputs. Built for small desks, editing rooms and background systems rather than full-range mixing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small desks where a 5.25-inch cabinet actually fits
- Podcast, dialogue and video editing at nearfield distance
- Playback in offices, shops or practice rooms
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Mixing bass-heavy music without adding a subwoofer
- Large rooms or long listening distances
- Anyone wanting a neutral, analytical mastering reference
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
35W per channel, 115dB max SPL per pair
Plenty at arm's length on a desk. Headroom runs out in a big or noisy room.
Detail 03
Combo XLR/TRS plus RCA inputs
Balanced for an interface, unbalanced RCA for a mixer, TV or phone dock. No adapters needed either way.
Detail 04
Powered, 19V external supply
No separate amp to buy, but a power brick to keep track of. Use only the one supplied.
Detail 05
0.75-inch polycarbonate dome, 4.2kHz crossover
A plastic dome sits gentler on top than metal — less bite on sibilance and cymbals.
Detail 06
3.5mm headphone jack on the speaker
Switch to headphones at the desk without unplugging anything or reaching behind an interface.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The power supply is specific to these — don't substitute a generic 19V brick.
- 02Cables, isolation pads and stands are all separate purchases.
- 03Finish is red, which is a visible choice in a neutral room.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these good enough for mixing music?
For dialogue, video and general playback, yes. For bass-heavy music, the 80Hz roll-off hides too much — pair them with a subwoofer, or treat them as a second reference.
02Do I need an audio interface?
Not necessarily. The XLR/TRS inputs suit an interface, but the RCA inputs take a mixer, TV or computer output directly.
03Is this one speaker or two?
Two, sold as a pair with amplification built in. A single supplied adapter powers the system.
04How far should I sit from them?
Close — roughly two to four feet. A 5.25-inch driver and 35 watts are meant for nearfield listening and thin out across a large room.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Frequency Range
- 80Hz - 20kHz
- Crossover Frequency
- 4.2 kHz
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
5 detailsConnections & power
- Headphone Jack
- 3.5 mm (1/8 inch)
- Power Requirements
- 19 VDC / 3.42 A - use only supplied power supply
- Amplifier Power
- 35W per channel
- Input Sensitivity
- +4 dBu XLR 1/4 inch; 0 dBu RCA
- Signal Input Connectors X2
- Balanced Neutrik Combo XLR 1/4 inch TRS; Unbalanced RCA
3 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxdxh
- 235 x 159 x 143 mm (9.3 inch x 6.3 inch x 5.6 inch)
- Weight
- 4.8
- Net Weight
- 4.8kg (10lb.)
2 detailsOther
- Maximum SPL per Pair
- 115 dB
- Transducers
- LF: 135mm (5.25 in) low frequency loudspeaker; HF: 19mm (.75 in) Polycarbonate dome tweeter
