JBL
305p
Based on 143 Reddit mentions
$134.95
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I improved my monitoring situation, mixing is way easier and now I’m finding most plugins useless.
The accuracy of the control room cannot be stressed enough, but from an equipment standpoint, the things that have the biggest impact on the final sound of a mix are those things that turn acoustic sounds into electricity, and those that turn electrical impulses back into sound. Monitors are typical
...PicaDiet in r/audioengineering
December 25, 2025 12:39 AM
5
Plz dont send me to shittybattlestations. Work in progress.
Im working on getting smaller ones, but they do sound very nice. They're JBL 305p MkII which are near field studio monitors, but they take up too much desk space - which is only a 48"x24" butcherblock.
Nicetrydicklips in r/battlestations
April 22, 2026 3:48 AM
4
52yr old virgin in terms of using decks/mixing or equipment.
Ok so there’s 4 main things you need. A controller, computer, speakers, and some headphones. Possibly a usb stick, if you ever plan on exporting your music library to play on other setups. For starters, I recommend a ddj flx-4. If you learn how to play on this, you’ll know how to play on any digital
...totobird111 in r/PioneerDJ
March 24, 2026 9:08 AM
4
I'm Done (For Real)
I used to have the JBL 305 monitors. Was super happy with the sound and the quality. They lasted 8 years without any issues at all. After that I choosed to go with the KEF LSX 2 LT two years ago. Big Mistake. During these two years they have broken twice. I cannot believe how this can happen. I list
...Hsonlarsson1 in r/audiophile
January 29, 2026 7:10 PM
4
Never knew what I was missing
The Spica TC50, in perfect working order, are good speakers. But, they must be around 30 to 40 years old. Perhaps it is time to invest in a newer set of speakers. Maybe start with a set of inexpensive near field speakers for your computer. The JBL 305p MKII sound great for their cost.
DifferentSavings2711 in r/audiophile
May 14, 2026 8:15 PM
3
Neighbor keeps complaining about my setup being too loud even at low volume
I’m using cheap monitor speakers and I compared them against my budget headphone rig. I’ll probably never pull out my headphone amp again. Once you have your room treated it’s not even close. That’s the reason why everybody still buys JBL 305-308s. No contest
brokeskoolboi in r/audiophile
May 12, 2026 6:57 PM
3
In terms of budget monitors JBL control 1 any good?
If you’re excited about JBL just get the 305p they’re the same price as the control1 after you buy an amp and they were actually made for what you may be trying to use them for. They measure out decently for their price point. But with monitors in this range the rate of return on spending more is st
...TheNoisyNomad in r/AudioPost
August 19, 2025 12:27 PM
5
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audio rabbit hole is the most expensive detour in the desk setup game, glad you made it out alive. jbl 305p mkii + ws 6.2 combo is a legit jump over most prosumer setups. the 305s have that slightly scooped mid that people either love or tolerate, but paired with a real sub it fills in the low end n
...Independent_Art5301 in r/desksetup
April 24, 2026 7:49 AM
3
Should I dial in tones with FRFR or Headphones?
All studio monitors are aiming to be FRFR (for the most part), Yamaha are a solid choice as the other commenter said, JBL 305P MK2 and Kali Audio are also great at a similar price point
jrccall in r/Line6Helix
December 23, 2025 8:18 PM
3
Why there's no audio equipment nowadays like in the 80s JVC or KENWOOD?
I'd argue that a decent pair of powered monitors with a quality Bluetooth adapter running to a budget DAC sounds better than what 98% of average people use on a daily basis, and could be had under $500. Most people I know either just play music from their phone speaker or have some cheap Bluetooth r
...Pour_Gamer_ in r/audiophile
October 25, 2025 1:59 AM
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