JBL Synthesis SDP-58
Best high-end processor for serious home theater enthusiasts.
This processor is the ultimate command center for a high-end home theater, delivering 16 channels of pristine, immersive audio that handles modern 8K video with ease. It demands a complex setup and a dedicated enthusiast’s patience, but the reward is a level of sonic precision and room-tuned clarity that few systems can match.
$6900.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking an immersive, lifelike cinematic soundstage
- Homeowners needing perfect acoustics in challenging room layouts
- System integrators building complex, high-end home theater setups
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for entry-level home theater solutions
- Users wanting a simple, all-in-one integrated receiver solution
- DIY enthusiasts intimidated by professional-grade calibration requirements
Performance breakdown
Immersive Processing
Sixteen channels of native processing deliver a truly cinematic soundstage.
Room Calibration
Dirac Live integration ensures precise audio tuning for any listening environment.
Video Throughput
HDMI 2.1 support handles high-bandwidth 8K and 4K gaming with ease.
Connectivity Versatility
DANTE networking and extensive streaming options offer professional-grade system integration.
Audio Fidelity
Balanced XLR outputs maintain signal integrity for a pristine, noise-free performance.
Up-mixing Capability
Logic 16 intelligently expands stereo and mono sources into immersive sound.
Key Specs
Dimensions
17 x 16.7 x 6.7 inches (433 x 425 x 171mm)
Weight
23.4lbs (10.7kg)
Mains voltage
110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
HDMI 2.1 Specification
Supports 8K@60fps and 4K@120fps
High Dynamic Range including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, 3D video
HDCP versions up to & inc HDCP 2.3
HDMI eARC and CEC supported
16 channels of discrete high resolution processing
4 user-configurable channels
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