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Dec 13, 2021 2:21 PM

JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black)

$240

$600

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JBL has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Harman Audio has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • JBL Studio 530 Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair)
  • Horn Covers (Pair)
  • Port Tube Inserts (Pair)
  • Cards w/ Adhesive Rubber Feet (Pair)

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $359.96 lower (60% savings) than the list price of $599.95
    • This price is $10 lower than the last time these speakers were a Frontpage Deal.
  • About this product:
  • About these stores:
    • Details of JBL's return policy can be found here.
    • Details of Harman Audio's return policy can be found here.

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Written by nismos14
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JBL has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Harman Audio has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member nismos14 for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • JBL Studio 530 Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair)
  • Horn Covers (Pair)
  • Port Tube Inserts (Pair)
  • Cards w/ Adhesive Rubber Feet (Pair)

Editor's Notes

Written by oceanlake
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $359.96 lower (60% savings) than the list price of $599.95
    • This price is $10 lower than the last time these speakers were a Frontpage Deal.
  • About this product:
  • About these stores:
    • Details of JBL's return policy can be found here.
    • Details of Harman Audio's return policy can be found here.

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maheeinfy
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Last FP for these was $250 with free headphones. Now $10 cheaper but no free headphones

https://www.jbl.com/STUDIO+530BK.html
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TierAngst
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If you're not out in the boonies, check your local market place (FB, CL, OU, etc) for bookshelf speakers. A lot of people sell some seriously high end ones for very cheap. Some of the older ones are really nice too as long as they have good foam surrounds. My favorite set so far have been Boston Acoustics A60s that I got in mint shape for $80. Just picked up a nice set of AE aesprit 300s for $100 yesterday, they retailed for $700 20 years ago. A lot of people will demo them for you too which I suggest.

Sorry, no comment on this specific deal. Just a bit of general advise for those just looking for their first set of bookshelf speakers.
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ddpp33
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That was a better deal. I ordered it myself and sold the headphones right away for $50 and there was cb as well, speaking of which it's currently 10% on rak.

This is still a great deal though, and much cheaper than usual. I'm listening to them right now and they are fantastic imo.
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Dec 13, 2021 11:50 PM
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realmccoy12406Dec 13, 2021 11:50 PM
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Wow what a deal. Really surprised to see these come back on sale. I thought the deal with the free headphones was the
Finale. Was also surprised to see that none of the models sold out this year.
With all that said the 530's are just amazing. I have about 10 hours on mine and they keep getting better. Running them on a Yamaha A S301 and that's plenty of power.
About 6 feet, so not quite near field and I have yet to push them enough to really experience the chuffing some reviewers mention.
If you are on the fence like I was a year ago jump on these now. You won't regret it.
Dec 14, 2021 12:15 AM
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LoneRangerDec 14, 2021 12:15 AM
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Quote from Dealman420840 View quoted comment :
Any stereo receiver to drive these?
Hundreds, if not thousands, are available.
Dec 14, 2021 12:27 AM
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davin900Dec 14, 2021 12:27 AM
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Quote from Dealman420840 View quoted comment :
Any stereo receiver to drive these?
I love my Yamaha A-S301. And it's phono-ready if you're interested in vinyl.
Dec 14, 2021 1:05 AM
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supermanrobDec 14, 2021 1:05 AM
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Quote from Ctmorley85 View quoted comment :
Any thoughts on these vs the Klipsch RP-150M for about the same price? Certainly like the looks of the Klipsch more.
It will depend on your sound preference, they sound very different.

Basically the 150M's are more a dynamic sound but on the bright side.

These are more flat sounding to the point of being stale.

The 150M's will be easier to drive also.
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Dec 14, 2021 2:00 AM
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e6zionDec 14, 2021 2:00 AM
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Quote from supermanrob View quoted comment :
It will depend on your sound preference, they sound very different.

Basically the 150M's are more a dynamic sound but on the bright side.

These are more flat sounding to the point of being stale.

The 150M's will be easier to drive also.
Historically Klipsch has a dynamic sound, but you aren't getting crazy dynamics out of any 5-6in midwoofer, no matter the brand.

Having listened to, and measured both, the jbl s530 is a better product. Both benefit from a sub. That said, the aesthetics are an acquired taste. The klipsch and kef counterparts certainly look better.
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Dec 14, 2021 2:16 AM
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jjbb1234Dec 14, 2021 2:16 AM
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My order with JBL from November 26th is still processing despite all of my order being "in stock and ready to ship." JBL told me today it should ship in the next few days. First time ordering from JBL directly. Not impressed.
Last edited by jjbb1234 December 13, 2021 at 07:30 PM.
Dec 14, 2021 2:52 AM
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supermanrobDec 14, 2021 2:52 AM
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Quote from e6zion View quoted comment :
Historically Klipsch has a dynamic sound, but you aren't getting crazy dynamics out of any 5-6in midwoofer, no matter the brand.

Having listened to, and measured both, the jbl s530 is a better product. Both benefit from a sub. That said, the aesthetics are an acquired taste. The klipsch and kef counterparts certainly look better.
I was going strictly by listening but it's all subjective anyways.
Personally you have to pick your poison with the two.
I would agree these are an acquired taste aesthetically, for me I would say they are pretty fugly!!!
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Dec 14, 2021 2:59 AM
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JoePowDec 14, 2021 2:59 AM
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Quote from maheeinfy View quoted comment :
Last FP for these was $250 with free headphones. Now $10 cheaper but no free headphones

https://www.jbl.com/STUDIO+530BK.html
With 20% coupon code these came out to $192.
Dec 14, 2021 3:05 AM
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BrudhaDec 14, 2021 3:05 AM
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Quote from JoePow View quoted comment :
With 20% coupon code these came out to $192.
What code?
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What code?
Probably something he received from customer service for asking them
Dec 14, 2021 3:51 AM
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Tito007Dec 14, 2021 3:51 AM
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Quote from jjbb1234 View quoted comment :
My order with JBL from November 26th is still processing despite all of my order being "in stock and ready to ship." JBL told me today it should ship in the next few days. First time ordering from JBL directly. Not impressed.
Yeah, I am in the same boat. Still waiting to ship.
Dec 14, 2021 6:33 AM
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JoePowDec 14, 2021 6:33 AM
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Quote from Brudha View quoted comment :
What code?
Call JBL they give out 20% off codes for being a valued customer. Mine only applied to one item so I wasn't able to use it on two Studio 590's but since the 530's come in pair it worked.
Dec 14, 2021 12:33 PM
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He-ManDec 14, 2021 12:33 PM
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Guys, you could further reduce the price by using their email sign up offers:
$10 off your purchase of $150 or more

$30 off your purchase of $350 or more

$50 off your purchase of $550 or more

https://www.jbl.com/subscribe.html
Dec 14, 2021 3:38 PM
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Luds34Dec 14, 2021 3:38 PM
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How do these compare to the Kef Q150?

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Dec 14, 2021 4:36 PM
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fintlewoodlewixDec 14, 2021 4:36 PM
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Quote from supermanrob View quoted comment :
I was going strictly by listening but it's all subjective anyways.
Personally you have to pick your poison with the two.
I would agree these are an acquired taste aesthetically, for me I would say they are pretty fugly!!!
For goodness sake man, and for the 100th time, music is subjective but audio reproduction is not subjective. MAGIC ISN'T REAL, at least not with sound reproduction. There are several clear and measurable factors. Mainly there's frequency response, distortion, directivity, and volume.

I'd appreciate it if you'd stop suckering people into the same marketing trap you're stuck in. You're a smart guy. Break out of the false beliefs.

The 530 aren't end game stereo, but they're close enough for a lot of people.
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