Description
Description
The JBL 3153 Three-Way Cinema Screen Speaker is part of the JBL Cinema Series and is designed to provide high-quality sound reproduction at a competitive price point. It is an ideal solution for cinema owners seeking to deliver a premium listening experience while making the most of their investment.
Optimized for small and medium-sized theatres, the JBL 3153 delivers powerful output with a peak SPL of 134 dB and a throw capability of up to 45 feet / 14 metres. Its three-way design provides symmetrical 90° × 50° coverage, high sound pressure levels, and minimal distortion across the auditorium.
The speaker supports both passive and bi-amplified operation and includes a built-in crossover network for convenient installation. It can be used as a complete system or supplied as separate mid/high-frequency and low-frequency modules. The JBL 3153 integrates seamlessly with other JBL Cinema Series products, making it suitable for complete professional cinema sound solutions.
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Key Features
- Three-way cinema screen speaker
- Part of the JBL Cinema Series
- Designed for small and medium-sized theatres
- Suitable for cinemas with approximately 80–100 seats
- Provides high sound pressure levels with minimal distortion
- Delivers symmetrical 90° × 50° sound coverage
- Optimized waveguide technology for a consistent coverage pattern
- Supports passive and bi-amplified operation
- Built-in crossover network
- 460-watt rated power handling
- Peak SPL of 134 dB
- Frequency response from 50 Hz to 18 kHz
- Throw capability of up to 45 feet / 14 metres
- 4-ohm impedance
- Compatible with lower-power Crown XLC amplifiers
- Binding-post connectors positioned on top of the LF enclosure
- Space-saving design for convenient behind-screen installation
- Transducer-protection circuitry for increased equipment life
- Available as a complete speaker system
- Available as separate M/HF and LF modules
- Integrates seamlessly with JBL Cinema Series surrounds and subwoofers
- Compatible with dedicated presets in the JBL CPi2000 cinema processor
Technical Specification
- Brand: JBL
- Model Number: 3153
- Series: JBL Cinema Series
- Product Type: Three-Way Cinema Screen Speaker
- System Design: Three-Way Loudspeaker System
- Drive Modes: Passive and Bi-Amplified
- Rated Power: 460 Watts
- Peak SPL: 134 dB
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 18 kHz (-10 dB, 4π)
- Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Horizontal Coverage: 90°
- Vertical Coverage: 50°
- Coverage Pattern: 90° × 50°
- Maximum Throw Distance: 45 Feet / 14 Metres
- Recommended Cinema Capacity: Approximately 80–100 Seats
- Crossover Network: Built-In
- Input Connectors: Binding-Post Connectors
- Protection: Transducer-Protection Circuitry
Available Modules
- Complete System: JBL 3153
- Mid / High-Frequency Module: JBL 3132-M/HF
- Low-Frequency Module: JBL HPD3159
Compatible Cinema Series Products
- Surround Speaker: JBL 8102
- Subwoofers: JBL 3181F and JBL 4281F
- Cinema Processor: JBL CPi2000
- Compatible Amplifiers: Crown XLC Series









