The first dedicated JBL branded cinema amplifiers offer high power output, cutting-edge DSP and versatile networking options with Dante/AES67 and ATMOS compatibility.

JBL Professional have announced new JBL DSi 2.0 Series cinema amplifiers, offering class-leading power output, state-of-the-art DSP and advanced networking capabilities for the entire range of JBL cinema loudspeakers

The DSi 2.0 amplifier family, JBL’s first line of dedicated cinema amplifiers, builds on Crown’s DSI Digital Screen Array amplifier technology and integrates best-in-class CDi DriveCore DSP to deliver potent, cost-effective amplification and audio networking capabilities for JBL’s entire range of cinema loudspeakers. Choose from three power configurations, available in analogue and analogue-plus-digital “D” versions featuring Dante/AES67 connectivity. The “D” models allow direct and simple interface with Dolby ATMOS Connect and AES67 / Dante compatible devices without the need for additional processors.

“As cinema audio systems continue to grow larger and more complex with 5.1, 7.1 and immersive audio formats, venue owners require more efficient ways of powering, controlling and managing networked audio systems,” said Karam Kaul, Vice President of Audio, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “The JBL DSi 2.0 Series combines cutting-edge technology from Crown DSi and CDi Series amps with a new high-output design for superior sound quality. Cinema managers and integrators looking to maximize their power investment and future-proof their systems can count on the DSi 2.0 Series to deliver robust, reliable performance in a compact and cost-efficient package.”

DSi 2.0 Series amplifiers provide four channels of clean, efficient amplification with bridgeable outputs in a compact 2RU footprint, and are efficiently PowerMatched for JBL Cinema loudspeakers to deliver greater power density in the same rack space. DSi 2.0 Series amps can power up to four JBL surround speakers with a single channel in high-power-density 2Ω mode, which both speeds deployment and makes DSi 2.0 a cost-efficient solution since less amps are required to power a cinema audio system.

With class-leading 96 kHz/32-bit floating-point DSP, DSi 2.0 Series amplifiers offer an array of versatile signal processors, including parametric EQ, FIR processing, LevelMAX™ limiting and more. Crown’s proprietary DriveCore technology eliminates hundreds of components within each DSi Series amplifier, reducing the variability of component values to deliver greater efficiency, reliability and performance. Built-in presets for JBL cinema speaker tunings manage voltage levels, crossover settings and more, maximising system efficiency and optimising audio fidelity.

Analogue-plus-digital DSi 2.0 Series amplifiers offer AES67 connectivity, which enables networked audio distribution from any AES67 or DANTE-compatible device and direct interfacing with Dolby ATMOS Connect without the need for additional processing hardware, further simplifying system configuration while also presenting significant cost efficiencies.

Dual network audio ports allow for primary and secondary networks configured as switched (daisy chain) or redundant (star) topologies. Analogue-plus-digital DSi 2.0 Series amps also feature SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) connectivity for interfacing with third-party theatre-management systems and Cinema Control (NOC) systems for remote status and fault monitoring. A HiQnet port provides access to HARMAN Audio Architect software, for controlling, configuring and monitoring amplifier operation through a standard TCP/IQ network.

JBL DSi 2.0 Series Cinema Amplifiers complements the range of JBL Professional cinema solutions available including the new JBL CPi2000 Cinema Processor and JBL 200 Series Compact Cinema Loudspeakers.

Models

The DSi 2.0 Series consists of six amplifier models, ideal for cinemas, theatres and premium large-format rooms.

  • DSI2-LA4: 1,200 Watts at 8 Ohms
  • DSI2-LA4-D: 1,200 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible
  • DSI2-MA4: 700 Watts at 8 Ohms
  • DSI2-MA4-D: 700 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible
  • DSI2-SA4: 350 Watts at 8 Ohms
  • DSI2-SA4-D: 350 Watts at 8 Ohms, Dante/AES67, Dolby ATMOS Compatible

All models are optimised for 4 ohm and 2 ohm loads both in stereo and bridged modes.

Availability

JBL Professional Cinema products are supported and distributed in NZ by JPRO.

JBL DSi 2.0 Series cinema amplifiers are now available through special order. Should you require any assistance and design support regarding your cinema project, please make use of the contact button below.

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