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product_id: 396738439
title: "JBL 305P MKII Powered Two Way Active Studio Reference Monitor – 5” Woofer and 1” Tweeter, next gen transducers, stunning detail, precise imaging, wide sweet spot, flexible connectivity – Single Unit"
brand: "jbl"
price: "NZ$291"
currency: NZD
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reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/396738439-jbl-305p-mkii-powered-two-way-active-studio-reference-monitor
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# Dual Class-D amps delivering 82W power 5" long-throw woofer for deep bass 1" Neodymium tweeter for crisp highs JBL 305P MKII Powered Two Way Active Studio Reference Monitor – 5” Woofer and 1” Tweeter, next gen transducers, stunning detail, precise imaging, wide sweet spot, flexible connectivity – Single Unit

**Brand:** jbl
**Price:** NZ$291
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your mix game with crystal-clear precision and power

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** JBL 305P MKII Powered Two Way Active Studio Reference Monitor – 5” Woofer and 1” Tweeter, next gen transducers, stunning detail, precise imaging, wide sweet spot, flexible connectivity – Single Unit by jbl
- **How much does it cost?** NZ$291 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/396738439-jbl-305p-mkii-powered-two-way-active-studio-reference-monitor)

## Best For

- jbl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted jbl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Next-Gen Transducers:** 5" woofer and 1" tweeter deliver stunning clarity and deep, accurate bass
- • **Dynamic Range Mastery:** Dual Class-D amplifiers provide powerful, distortion-free output up to 82W
- • **Pro-Grade Connectivity:** Balanced XLR & 1/4" TRS inputs with adjustable sensitivity for seamless integration
- • **Tailored Acoustic Control:** Boundary EQ & 3-position HF Trim switch adapt sound perfectly to your studio space
- • **Pinpoint Precision Imaging:** Patented Image Control Waveguide reveals every mix detail, even off-axis

## Overview

The JBL 305P MKII is a powered two-way active studio reference monitor featuring a 5" long-throw woofer and 1" Neodymium tweeter. It incorporates patented Image Control Waveguide technology for precise imaging and a wide sweet spot, powered by dual Class-D amplifiers delivering 82 watts of clean output. With flexible connectivity options and customizable EQ settings, it’s engineered to adapt perfectly to professional studio environments, making it a top choice for music producers and sound designers seeking detailed, accurate sound reproduction.

## Description

Introducing the 3 Series MKII Studio Reference Monitors. Since their release, word has spread on the quality and value found in the original JBL 3 Series, resulting in wide adoption from hobbyists to high-end professionals working in music, film, post, and broadcast production worldwide.
Reveal impressive detail, ambience and depth in your mixes thanks to JBL Image Control Waveguide, the patented innovation that provides an immersive soundstage with precise imaging.
To help you make the best mix decisions, JBL equipped the 305P MKII with acclaimed 3 Series transducers, long-throw 6.5" woofer and patented JBL Slip stream low frequency port.
From music production and podcasting to cinematic sound design or daily vlogging, enjoy the output and power you need to hear exceptional detail. Simply plug in, power on, and start creating.
The dimensions and acoustics of a room can have a major effect on sonic accuracy, and that’s why JBL 305P MKII lets you adjust the response to fit your studio.
Offering both balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, and adjustable input sensitivity, the 305P MKII offers flexible, professional connectivity options to provide easy setup and high quality.
The core philosophy behind JBL's long history of innovation is based on meticulous attention to every detail of system design. If a tool or technology doesn't exist, JBL invents it. This commitment to development goes into every new product and technology that bears the JBL logo.

## Features

- PATENTED IMAGE CONTROL WAVEGUIDE: Reveal impressive detail, ambience, and depth in your mixes with JBL’s groundbreaking Image Control Waveguide, ensuring a crystal-clear representation even off-axis
- ACCLAIMED 3 SERIES TRANSDUCERS: Enjoy deep, accurate bass and soaring highs with a long-throw 5" woofer and 1" Neodymium tweeter, delivering unmatched dynamics and stunning clarity
- DUAL CLASS-D AMPLIFIERS: Integrated Class-D amplifiers provide generous dynamic range, offering exceptional power and output for any production style, from music to cinematic sound design
- TAILORED SOUND FOR YOUR STUDIO: Adjust low-end boost and high-frequency response with Boundary EQ and 3-position HF Trim switch, ensuring perfect sound for your room acoustics or preferences
- FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY: Balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs with adjustable sensitivity ensure easy setup and professional connectivity while maintaining signal integrity

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Studio Monitor |
| Asin | B0973BSHWT |
| Audio Driver Size | 5 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | 14,634 in Musical Instruments & DJ (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ) 28 in Studio Monitors |
| Box Contents | 1 x JBL-305PMMKII Studio Reference Monitor, 2 x power cables |
| Brand Name | JBL |
| Colour | wood |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, Mixer, Audio Interface |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Customer Package Type | standard package |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (114) 4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Enclosure Material | Engineered Wood |
| Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 7 Years |
| Frequency Response | 49 Hz |
| Input Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Is Waterproof | false |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 25.1D x 26.5W x 29.8H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Studio Monitor |
| Item Weight | 10.43 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | JBL |
| Maximum Speaker Output Power In Watts | 82 Watts |
| Model Name | 305PMKII |
| Model Number | 305PMKII |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop |
| Mp3 Player | No |
| Network Connectivity Technology | With cable |
| Number Of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Features | Patented Image Control Waveguide, Patented Slip Stream Port |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer. |
| Series Number | 305002 |
| Signal To Noise Ratio | 75 dB |
| Speaker Size | 5 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Studio |
| Specific Uses For Product | Studio Monitoring |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Speaker Diameter | 12 Centimetres |
| Tweeter Diameter | 2 Inches |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Upc | 691991035739 691991007705 |
| Warranty Type | Full Warranty" or "Limited Warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Driver Diameter | 127 Millimetres |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** JBL
- **Connectivity technology:** With cable
- **Frequency response:** 49 Hz
- **Input voltage:** 240 Volts
- **Material:** Engineered Wood
- **Model name:** 305PMKII
- **Mounting type:** Tabletop
- **Speaker maximum output power:** 82 Watts
- **Speaker type:** Studio

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Which audio leads do i need for the speaker to laptop?**
A: The speakers allow either Balanced XLR or 1/4 inch jack, but you’ll probably need to connect via an audio interface (something like the Focusrite 2i2) rather than going directly to a laptop.

So: laptop -> audio interface -> cables (XLR or 1/4”) -> speakers

There MAY be a way to connect directly to a laptop, using some sort of converter cable, but it isn’t something I’ve ever done

**Q: does this have hiss / white noise?**
A: Plugged into moog matriarch. No sign of hiss or white noise.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic speakers; even for a normal 'listening' system and not mixing/production
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 20 August 2026*

For years I've enjoyed powered speakers / active monitors over your usual hifi speakers, more so as hifi speakers tend to be very coloured and it all tends to get a bit 'samey samey'I've had various active monitors from Genelec to ADAM to Focal etc; but the JBLs better the lot IMO - they have a superb natural sound; it's a lot more even playing field compared to hifi, but they work superbly with vocals, have taut, deep bass and their top end isn't sharp at allYes; they'll absolutely highlight poor recordings; that's the sacrifice you make when go for monitors like theseI have mine, as pictured; connected to my M4 Mac Mini via a ZH3 Fosi DAC; and will soon be adding a vinyl set-up into the system as well to rekindle some old records (and some new)Would highly recommend these speakers, more so at their cost - you'd have to spend close to £1k for hifi speakers to be better than these are in my opinion; and I've done that many times, and still come back to the JBLs (I've had the 306P and 308P monitors as well)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding, full stop.
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 7 December 2025*

This is my second pair of these: When I moved overseas, I left them behind, and I missed them dearly. Now I remember why. They are outstanding. I can't imagine better monitors in this price range and I bet they would stand up to even more expensive models .

### ⭐ Annoying.
*by  on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 19 December 2023*

I'd been needing to upgrade for a long time. Most people were telling me to buy some ADAMS speakers (which actually cost LESS than these now). But a few people who make some of my favorite music use JBLs. So in my mind there was no contest. However, having had these for quite a while now i have to admit to being massively dissapointed. They don't sound any clearer to me than my old Alesis Eletave 5's (which are an almost identical size and cost about a third as much). In fact i'll go further and say that at anything less than apocalyptic volumes these actually sound worse. ''Muggy'' i think the word is..On top of that, they have the single stupidest feature of any technology (which is even dumber in speakers), which is that after a couple of minutes of inactivity they power down. Not just inactivity either. While using these at low volume, or to check more high frequency sounds, these actually power down WHILE I'M USING THEM. And as far as i can tell there is no way to change this. Seriously, how are we supposed to troubleshoot audio issues when more and more of the technology is working against us in this way?.Editing this review a couple of years after purchase, I think I have used these speakers less than a dozen times (when I make music every day), and having left it far to long for a refund (d'oh!) I am now giving my pair away. I think that says a lot..

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*Last updated: 2026-10-06*