JBL L42MS

JBL L42MS: retro-styled integrated wireless music system that also works as a soundbar

The L42MS combines amplification, streaming and drivers in a single cabinet. It uses two 2 cm aluminium dome tweeters with waveguides, plus two 10 cm mid/woofers in a bass reflex enclosure. Total power is 200 W: 25 W for each tweeter and 75 W for each woofer. The HDMI socket with ARC lets it be used as a soundbar.

Key features

• Frequency response from 55 Hz to 25 kHz
• Network and streaming: built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, AirPlay 2 and Google Chromecast
• Internal 24-bit/96 kHz DAC
• Analogue inputs: RCA and 3.5 mm socket
• HDMI with ARC and subwoofer output
• Roon Ready, JBL app and remote control included
• Dimensions (width x height x depth): 617 x 162 x 234 mm
• Weight: 8.5 kg

On sale in Walnut (satin natural walnut) and in Black (black ash); in both cases the Quadrex grille is made of black foam.