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JBL LC2CH Christmas Deals!.
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I've been using the LC2 for about a week and a half now, primarily for multichannel music listening, but also for a lot of movie watching too. It is a dynamic and very tubby range center channel compared to many on the mass market. I chose it specifically to mate with my L880s as FR and FL because they drivers are matched well (though the porting and cabinet volume contribute to significantly lower range on the L880s than the LC2) . My Onkyo TX-SR606 crosses the LC2 over at 60 Hz (with its rated bottom waste being 50 Hz, this is a reasonable roll-off crossover) .
It seems ridiculous to have to say this, but it is not up to the task of being a stout range tower speaker (thankfully *not many* inquire it to be since it was clearly designed as a center channel for on-wall mounting), but if you're looking for a dynamic center channel, you'd be hard pressed to beat this one's capability for the note. It images well, as do all the L series speakers from JBL, and it has a clear advantage over the LC1. Technically the LC1 is a two design MTM (midrange-tweeter-midrange) beget, which is prone to lobing (overemphasizing some waves due to bolstering from both sides) and muddying the sound with the HF response in between the two mids. The LC2 is designed as a right vertical array through its midrange 4" transducer, with the bass transducers on the sides (which eliminates lobing issues) . This is ideal center channel acquire.
Pros:
-Good musicality
-Very natural sounding dialogue (M and F)
-Excellent imaging
-Great dynamic range for movies and music (when properly amplified >=75 W RMS by test, not manufacturer spec)
-Handsome looks in cherry
-VERY well paired with L880s for soundstage transparency
-Vertical array manufacture better for sound (seek above)
Cons:
-Size may be an drawl for some (not for me, but this sucker is broad compared to your other mass market options; I'll post a photo for size reference)
-Biwiring capability more gimmick than loyal benefit
-Needs noble solid power to sound its best (not really a con, but its honestly hard to arrive up with three)
In short, this is an fine center channel for movie watching or music as long as paired with relatively superior assert and timbre matches for front soundstage. These are your three most valuable speakers so don't skimp! Strong advantage in compose over LC1 and other MTM designs.
If you're looking for a superb looking, dynamic, and grand center channel, ogle no further. Hold and devour! 
The JBL LC2 is a broad center channel. I have an Onkyo 7.1 receiver and have a BOSE 6.1 system. I was looking to add a center channel to my home theater and started looking for one. I checked out Boston Acoustics Horizon series, micro series and Bose VSC. The JBL LC2 beats them hands down, the sound is crisp. It is 29lb, but dont be fooled, it looks splendid slick and is only 5" thick. Cherish this center channel and am enjoying listening to the exceptional clarity.
I have auditioned center channel speakers costing hundreds more, and this is by far the best sounding, best value unit available.
- The frequency response is very unexcited.
- All voices, from the deepest pretentious radio announcer to the squeakiest airhead valley girl, are immediately intelligible
- Very wide sweet-spot. Respectable horizontal and vertical dispersion mean you can safely status it above or below your main cover.
- Extremely solid and well built.
- Testosterone-manly without the front screen, and nicely understated with it on. Your wife will fancy it.
- JBL is made in the USA!
Buy it.
