The JBL 4312SE (Special Edition) is a 3-way, 12-inch bookshelf studio monitor launched in 2017 to celebrate JBL's 70th anniversary. It is a modern, high-performance reinterpretation of the iconic 4310/4311 monitors, featuring 70th-anniversary badges, a black woodgrain finish, and advanced drivers designed by Jerry Moro to produce powerful, accurate sound.
Key Technical Specifications & Features
Drivers: 12-inch (300mm) 1200FE-8 Aqua-Plas®-coated pulp cone woofer, 5-inch (125mm) 105H-1 polymer-coated mid-range, and 1-inch (25mm) 054ALMg-1 Aluminum/Magnesium alloy tweeter with waveguide.
Design: Bass-reflex system with a front-firing port designed for flexible placement (vertical or horizontal).
Frequency Response: 44Hz–40kHz (-6dB).
Sensitivity: 90dB (2.83V @ 1m).
Impedance: 6 Ohm.
Power Handling: 10–200 Watts RMS.
Controls: Front panel high- and mid-frequency attenuators.
Performance Highlights
Sound Profile: Known for delivering tight, punchy bass, clear midrange, and crisp, detailed highs, often praised for its "pro-audio" character in a home setting.
Performance: It offers high efficiency, allowing it to perform well with various amplifiers while providing high-resolution audio capability.
Heritage: Designed and assembled in Northridge, California, the 4312SE uses modern components to emulate the classic 1970s monitor sound.
