JBL announced the JBL Modern Audio (MA) AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers, engineered to function together and designed as an out-of-the-box solution for home entertainment. The company says the JBL MA AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers use JBL’s EZ Set EQ mobile app, allowing users to calibrate the system to match their space and the Wi-Fi-enabled AVRs feature “Works with SmartThings” integration (Samsung’s ecosystem of control), allowing users to create automated routines that control their other IoT devices. The system is compatible with various audio streaming platforms, including Apple AirPlay or Chromecast, Bluetooth pairing and Spotify streaming.
JBL says the JBL MA AV Receivers are available in a variety of models, including:
- The 60W JBL MA310 5.2-channel 4K AV Receiver
- The 75W JBL MA510 5.2-channel 8K AV Receiver
- The 110W / 125W MA710 / MA7100HP 7.2-channel 8K (High Performance) AV Receiver
- The 140W JBL MA9100HP, with either 5.1, 7.1, or 9.1 channels, Dolby Audio and DTS or Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, low noise Class D amplification, and broad compatibility
JBL Stage 2 Loudspeakers also offer a wide array of models and options, including:
- The 260F and 280F Floor-standing models
- The 240B and 250B Bookshelf models with separate floor stands
- The 245C Center Channel speaker
- The 240H Dolby Atmos-enabled Height Module
- The 200P and 220P Subwoofers
The company says the JBL MA Series AV Receivers and JBL Stage 2 Series Loudspeakers will be available starting July 2024, with manufacturer-suggested retail prices from $399 to $1,599 for the JBL MA AV Receivers and $299.95 to $1,199.95 per pair for the JBL Stage 2 Loudspeakers.