(2) JBL 305P MkII 5" 2-Way Active Powered Studio Reference Monitors Speakers
$319.00
4.7
4.7977
Best for Nearfield mixing in acoustically treated rooms
Featuring five-inch drivers and calibrated waveguides, the 305P MkII pair provides a wide sweet spot and reliable nearfield accuracy. However, rear-facing bass ports demand space away from boundaries, and they will accentuate low-end room modes without acoustic absorption. Treating the listening environment is necessary to realize their full mix utility.
What we like
- Waveguide design provides a broad listening sweet spot
- Bi-amplified active design for each speaker
- Rear boundary EQ controls tailor room placement
What to weigh up
- Rear bass ports require distance from walls
- Mild baseline amplifier hiss audible in quiet rooms
Price and rating were captured on 14/09/2026 and change often. We earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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How we judge music production
- Rule 01
Round-trip latency and driver quality beat preamp marketing.
- Rule 02
Treat the room before upgrading the monitors.
- Rule 03
Closed-back for tracking, open-back for mixing.
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