JBL LC2 6-Inch 4-Way Dual Wall-Mountable Center Channel Loudspeaker (Black)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 22 x 12.2 inches ; 38 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 35 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B000ICXVK6
• Item model number: LC2
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #11,303 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 7, 2006

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The JBL Studio LC2 is a 4-way, dual 6" center channel speaker that is also wall-mountable. The LC2 utilizes materials and technologies that extend its sonic performance well beyond the industry standard of 20,000Hz. The 6" PolyPlas drivers feature HeatScape motor structures, Symmetrical Field Geometry, and oversized Kapton voice coils for accurate, punchy lows. Higher frequencies benefit from the 3/4" Mylar ultrahigh driver and a 1" pure titanium tweeter in a JBL waveguide enclosure that ensures a wider soundstage. A rounded, low-diffraction IsoPower baffle reduces unwanted resonances, and heavily braced MDF construction minimizes internal vibration, so you'll never miss a word of dialogue. The LC2 is available with an attractive Black Ash, Beech, or Cherry finish.

Product Description

The JBL Studio LC 2 in w 4-Way, dual 6" center channel speaker that is wall-mountable. Most of the music you listen to comes from the center channel speaker and the LC 2 will make sure you are hearing all the sound on the recording.

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Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent center channel, well matched to L880 FR and FL, May 5, 2009

By	Nathan L. Steele "Early Adopter" (Springfield, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: JBL LC2CH 6-Inch 4-Way Dual Wall-Mountable Center Channel Loudspeaker (Cherry) (Electronics)

I've been using the LC2 for about a week and a half now, primarily for multichannel music listening, but also for a lot of movie watching too. It is a dynamic and very full range center channel compared to many on the mass market. I chose it specifically to mate with my L880s as FR and FL because they drivers are matched well (though the porting and cabinet volume contribute to significantly lower range on the L880s than the LC2). My Onkyo TX-SR606 crosses the LC2 over at 60 Hz (with its rated bottom end being 50 Hz, this is a reasonable roll-off crossover).

It seems ridiculous to have to say this, but it is not up to the task of being a full range tower speaker (thankfully *not many* expect it to be since it was clearly designed as a center channel for on-wall mounting), but if you're looking for a dynamic center channel, you'd be hard pressed to beat this one's capability for the price. It images well, as do all the L series speakers from JBL, and it has a distinct advantage over the LC1. Technically the LC1 is a two way MTM (midrange-tweeter-midrange) design, which is prone to lobing (overemphasizing some waves due to bolstering from both sides) and muddying the sound with the HF response in between the two mids. The LC2 is designed as a true vertical array through its midrange 4" transducer, with the bass transducers on the sides (which eliminates lobing issues). This is ideal center channel design.

Pros:
-Good musicality
-Very natural sounding dialogue (M and F)
-Excellent imaging
-Great dynamic range for movies and music (when properly amplified >=75 W RMS by test, not manufacturer spec)
-Handsome looks in cherry
-VERY well paired with L880s for soundstage transparency
-Vertical array design better for sound (see above)

Cons:
-Size may be an issue for some (not for me, but this sucker is big compared to your other mass market options; I'll post a photo for size reference)
-Biwiring capability more gimmick than real benefit
-Needs good solid power to sound its best (not really a con, but its honestly hard to come up with three)

In short, this is an excellent center channel for movie watching or music as long as paired with relatively good voice and timbre matches for front soundstage. These are your three most important speakers so don't skimp! Strong advantage in design over LC1 and other MTM designs.

If you're looking for a good looking, dynamic, and powerful center channel, look no further. Buy and enjoy! :)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent center channel, December 26, 2007

By	Good buyer (Downingtown, PA, USA) - See all my reviews

The JBL LC2 is a great center channel. I have an Onkyo 7.1 receiver and have a BOSE 6.1 system. I was looking to add a center channel to my home theater and started looking for one. I checked out Boston Acoustics Horizon series, micro series and Bose VSC. The JBL LC2 beats them hands down, the sound is crisp. It is 29lb, but dont be fooled, it looks pretty slick and is only 5" thick. Love this center channel and am enjoying listening to the exceptional clarity.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vocal dialogue immediately improved, February 18, 2009

By	W. S. Cody (Broomfield, CO) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have auditioned center channel speakers costing hundreds more, and this is by far the best sounding, best value unit available.

- The frequency response is very smooth.
- All voices, from the deepest pretentious radio announcer to the squeakiest airhead valley girl, are immediately intelligible
- Very wide sweet-spot. Excellent horizontal and vertical dispersion mean you can safely place it above or below your main screen.
- Extremely solid and well built.
- Testosterone-manly without the front cover, and nicely understated with it on. Your wife will love it.
- JBL is made in the USA!

Buy it.