HARMAN Luxury Audio Ships JBL Synthesis SMA Series Amplifiers in North America

HARMAN Luxury Audio has officially launched the JBL Synthesis SMA Series amplifiers in North America, designed to deliver top-tier sound quality for high-end home cinemas. These advanced amplifiers, the SMA-4750 and SMA-8300, come with built-in DSPs for precise speaker tuning and system configuration. With their compact 2RU chassis, high-power output, and seamless integration with JBL Synthesis processors and speakers, they provide a premium audio experience. Featuring balanced XLR inputs, binding post speaker terminals, and a user-friendly interface, these amps cater to professional installers and audiophiles alike.

The SMA-4750 offers 750W per channel (4 channels) with bridging options up to 1,800W, while the SMA-8300 provides 300W per channel (8 channels) and can bridge up to 1,200W. Both models support DANTE/AES67 digital networking and include a full suite of DSP features like EQ, delay, and limiters for precise audio control. Their efficient cooling and stackable design make them ideal for custom installations. Priced at $5,000 (SMA-4750) and $6,000 (SMA-8300), these amplifiers are set to redefine home cinema performance.

HARMAN Luxury Audio Group today announced that the highly anticipated JBL Synthesis SMA Series Amplifiers are now available in North America. Featuring powerful built-in DSPs for custom loudspeaker tuning and system configuration, the amps are designed for residential cinema applications with a CI-focused UI, balanced XLR inputs, and binding post speaker terminals. Packing flexible high-power output into a 2RU chassis, these amplifiers will be the core of the JBL Synthesis electronics line-up complementing the SDP processors and SCL and SSW loudspeaker systems.

“Designed to elevate home cinema experiences, the new JBL Synthesis SMA Series amplifiers set a new benchmark for power, flexibility, and performance,” said Jim Garrett, Senior Director, Product Strategy and Planning, HARMAN Luxury Audio. “These amplifiers are designed to deliver exceptional power and audio fidelity, making them a perfect fit for any high-end home audio system. They embody our commitment to innovation and home cinema audio expertise.”

The SMA-4750 and SMA-8300 are state-of-the-art Class D multichannel DSP amplifiers that cater to both high-power and high-channel count systems. With advanced features like bridgeable channels, full input and output Hi-Resolution DSP suite, and DANTE / AES67 digital audio networking, these amplifiers are ideal for powering large LCR, surround, and height channel loudspeakers, as well as subwoofers in JBL Synthesis immersive audio systems.

Key Features of the JBL Synthesis SMA-4750 and SMA-8300:

• SMA-4750: A versatile 4-channel amplifier delivering 750W per channel at 8 ohms, with the capability to bridge adjacent channels to provide up to 1,800W at 8 ohms. This model is perfect for powering large loudspeakers and subwoofers, ensuring rich and powerful sound quality.
• SMA-8300: An 8-channel amplifier offering 300W per channel at 8 ohms, with bridging options that allow up to 1,200W per channel at 8 ohms. The SMA-8300 is designed for more expansive systems, supporting a wide range of speaker configurations.

Both models feature a compact, stackable design with quiet side-to-side ventilation, making them perfect for custom installations. They are equipped with a comprehensive DSP suite including EQ, Delay, and Limiters, providing ultimate control and customization for audiophiles and professional installers alike.

The JBL Synthesis SMA-4750 and SMA-8300 models are now available. The SMA-4750 retails at an MSRP of $5,000 while the SMA-8300 retails at an MSRP of $6,000.