Description
The JBL 4253 Three-Way Cinema Screen Speaker is part of the JBL Cinema Series and is designed to deliver powerful, accurate, and immersive sound reproduction at a competitive price point. It is suitable for cinema owners looking to provide a premium audio experience while making the most of their investment.
Optimized for small and medium-sized theatres, the JBL 4253 delivers 800 watts of rated power and a peak SPL of 138 dB. Its dual 15-inch low-frequency transducers provide higher output and superior bass extension. With a throw capability of up to 85 feet / 26 metres, the speaker is suitable for cinemas with approximately 100–150 seats.
The JBL 4253 supports both passive and bi-amplified operation and includes a built-in crossover network for hassle-free installation. It can be supplied as a complete system or as separate mid/high-frequency and low-frequency modules. The speaker integrates seamlessly with other JBL Cinema Series products for a complete professional cinema sound solution.
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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 100–150 seats
- Delivers powerful sound output with minimal distortion
- Symmetrical 90° × 50° coverage pattern
- Optimized waveguide technology for consistent sound coverage
- Supports passive and bi-amplified operation
- Built-in crossover network
- Dual 15-inch low-frequency transducers
- Designed for higher output and superior bass extension
- 800-watt rated power handling
- Peak SPL of 138 dB
- Frequency response from 50 Hz to 18 kHz
- Throw capability of up to 85 feet / 26 metres
- 4-ohm impedance
- Compatible with smaller Crown XLC amplifiers
- Binding-post connectors positioned on top of the LF enclosure
- Easy wiring and space-saving behind-screen installation
- Transducer-protection circuitry for increased equipment life
- Available as a complete 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: 4253
- 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: 800 Watts
- Peak SPL: 138 dB
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 18 kHz (-10 dB, 4π)
- Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Horizontal Coverage: 90°
- Vertical Coverage: 50°
- Coverage Pattern: 90° × 50°
- Low-Frequency Transducers: Dual 15-Inch Transducers
- Maximum Throw Distance: 85 Feet / 26 Metres
- Recommended Cinema Capacity: Approximately 100–150 Seats
- Crossover Network: Built-In
- Input Connectors: Binding-Post Connectors
- Protection: Transducer-Protection Circuitry
