JBL 4412A

A 3-way, bass reflex studio monitor from JBL’s 4400 series, designed for professional audio applications.

Overview

The JBL 4412A is a bookshelf-type studio monitor built as part of JBL's 4400 series. It uses a 3-way, 3-speaker configuration with a bass reflex enclosure, making it suitable for accurate sound reproduction in professional environments. The system features a cone woofer for low frequencies, a cone midrange driver for the middle band, and a dome tweeter for high-frequency output. Designed with a horizontal orientation, the 4412A fits into studio setups where wide dispersion and precise imaging are needed.

Specifications

Product type	3-Way, 3-Speaker, Bass reflex system, Bookshelf Type
Frequency characteristic	45 Hz to 20 kHz ± 2 dB
Impedance	8 Ω
Output sound pressure level	89dB/2.83V/m
Allowable input	150W (pink noise)
Crossover frequency	850 Hz, 4 kHz
External dimensions	Width 597x Height 362x Depth 286 mm
Weight	21kg
Original price	¥ 75,000 (1 unit, around 1996)

Design

The JBL 4412A is a 4400 series horizontal speaker system. It uses a cone woofer for low frequencies, a cone midrange driver for the middle range, and a dome tweeter for high-frequency reproduction. The enclosure employs a bass reflex design to enhance low-frequency response and efficiency.

Market

The JBL 4412A has appeared in the used market with prices varying based on condition and restoration. Listings include a professionally restored pair priced at $1,650, a mint-condition pair with stands at $1,275, and a previously sold pair upgraded with new crossovers for $800 (StereoNet, 2015).

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