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

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Harman via eBay has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

JBL has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Harman Audio has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members rebyid & Scincidae for finding this deal.

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

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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This matches our lowest priced Frontpage deal from early March. -StrawMan86
  • About this product:
    • 5-Year Warranty (details)
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at JBL based on over 195 customer reviews
  • About these stores:
    • Harman via eBay: 30 day returns; seller pays return shipping
    • Details of JBL's return policy can be found here.
    • Details of Harmon Audio's return policy can be found here.

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Harman via eBay has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

JBL has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Harman Audio has JBL Studio 530 5-1/4" Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair, Black) for $239.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members rebyid & Scincidae 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 StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This matches our lowest priced Frontpage deal from early March. -StrawMan86
  • About this product:
    • 5-Year Warranty (details)
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at JBL based on over 195 customer reviews
  • About these stores:
    • Harman via eBay: 30 day returns; seller pays return shipping
    • Details of JBL's return policy can be found here.
    • Details of Harmon Audio's return policy can be found here.

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Scincidae
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Looks to be the same price on the JBL/Harmon websites if anyone prefers that. Might be better to use eBay for cash back and possible eBay rewards but I figured I would mention it. Both are direct from manufacturer so product support should be the same.

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Mar 26, 2022 10:59 AM
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ScincidaeMar 26, 2022 10:59 AM
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Looks to be the same price on the JBL/Harmon websites if anyone prefers that. Might be better to use eBay for cash back and possible eBay rewards but I figured I would mention it. Both are direct from manufacturer so product support should be the same.
Mar 26, 2022 11:10 AM
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LGzzy34Mar 26, 2022 11:10 AM
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This seems like a good deal! I keep reading/hearing good things about these 530s +pairing well w/ the 590s! I have the 520CBK from the Holiday$90 sale I was planning to set up @my parents but I almost rather put the 530 sideways as the center lol
Mar 26, 2022 01:03 PM
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texaslongboarderMar 26, 2022 01:03 PM
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Mar 26, 2022 02:56 PM
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ddpp33Mar 26, 2022 02:56 PM
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Got these for the same price back on their black Friday. They are great, highly recommended.
Mar 26, 2022 03:56 PM
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ThriftyPartner979Mar 26, 2022 03:56 PM
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Got a pair awhile ago. Great sounding speakers.
Mar 26, 2022 04:09 PM
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doji_njMar 26, 2022 04:09 PM
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Any thoughts on the sound signature vs the Wharfdale Diamond 225? Are these an upgrade?
Mar 26, 2022 04:45 PM
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bwforbesMar 26, 2022 04:45 PM
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Quote from LGzzy34 :
This seems like a good deal! I keep reading/hearing good things about these 530s +pairing well w/ the 590s! I have the 520CBK from the Holiday$90 sale I was planning to set up @my parents but I almost rather put the 530 sideways as the center lol
Audio Science Review looked at these speakers. They found that the frequencies near the crossover region get wonky when the listener moves above or below the speaker elevation. Not normally a problem as you typically setup the speaker near head height anyway. But if you turn them sideways, it might be noticeable.

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Mar 26, 2022 05:51 PM
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C_WMar 26, 2022 05:51 PM
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Recommend this speaker. Got this deal and the center to go with it a few days ago. Sad I missed the center deal but these are a good combo.
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supermanrob
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Mar 26, 2022 06:36 PM
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Quote from doji_nj :
Any thoughts on the sound signature vs the Wharfdale Diamond 225? Are these an upgrade?
Having listened to both I would describe it as these are more on the clean thin upfront broad sounding vs the 225's are more on the fuller/more body natural neutral sounding.

I would say they are in the same level so more a lateral move rather than upgrade.
It may be considered an upgrade based on sound signature preference though.

Edit: The 225's aren't very efficient so people may find they will need more power to get them to their potential.
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Quote from supermanrob :
Having listened to both I would describe it as these are more on the clean thin upfront broad sounding vs the 225's are more on the fuller/more body natural neutral sounding.

I would say they are in the same level so more a lateral move rather than upgrade.
It may be considered an upgrade based on sound signature preference though.
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Mar 26, 2022 07:56 PM
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miken5678Mar 26, 2022 07:56 PM
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Always wondered, having never heard a pair, are horns more harsh than a silk or ribon tweeter?
Mar 26, 2022 09:03 PM
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JollyLumber591Mar 26, 2022 09:03 PM
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These have fantastic sound stage/ separation, sounds very "airy" but they are huge so just keep that in mind.
Mar 27, 2022 09:39 AM
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MyBallsItchMar 27, 2022 09:39 AM
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Quote from LGzzy34 :
This seems like a good deal! I keep reading/hearing good things about these 530s +pairing well w/ the 590s! I have the 520CBK from the Holiday$90 sale I was planning to set up @my parents but I almost rather put the 530 sideways as the center lol
You can't beat that center speaker for the price, the only time it's lacking is large rooms or high volume levels, 530 vertical would have more even room response but the same limitations. Not really an upgrade using 530 as center unless you specifically need to correct off axis performance.
Mar 27, 2022 02:25 PM
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srwareMar 27, 2022 02:25 PM
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Quote from texaslongboarder :
Some very good ratings on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/product-reviews/B00622STI0/ref=cm_cr_unknown?ie=UTF8&filterByStar=five_star&r... [amazon.com]

Tempting.....
On the objective front they measure pretty well.https://www.audiosciencereview.co...iew.12298/
Conclusion from the review.
While the JBL Studio 530 has some obvious flaws, it is clear that care was put in there to optimize the design for technically good objective performance. Near flat on-axis response and very smooth predicted in-room response is the result. Alas, if you are like me, you want a bit of lipstick on your speaker and more SPL (loudness) capability to really enjoy music. At the retail price of $600, the 530 does not get there and my strong recommendation would be for the ELAC DBR-62. But for $300, if you are open to some EQ and don't shake the wall as much as I like to do, the JBL 530 is fine.

Given all of this, I can give my recommendation for JBL 530 studio at its sale price.
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Mar 27, 2022 09:13 PM
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ddpp33Mar 27, 2022 09:13 PM
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Quote from srware :
On the objective front they measure pretty well.https://www.audiosciencereview.co...iew.12298/
Conclusion from the review.
While the JBL Studio 530 has some obvious flaws, it is clear that care was put in there to optimize the design for technically good objective performance. Near flat on-axis response and very smooth predicted in-room response is the result. Alas, if you are like me, you want a bit of lipstick on your speaker and more SPL (loudness) capability to really enjoy music. At the retail price of $600, the 530 does not get there and my strong recommendation would be for the ELAC DBR-62. But for $300, if you are open to some EQ and don't shake the wall as much as I like to do, the JBL 530 is fine.

Given all of this, I can give my recommendation for JBL 530 studio at its sale price.
And the sale price used to be $300

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