Man that looks so good...well done.
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JBL 4329p 8”active Studio Monitor series
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I didn’t do google cast but rather Spotify connect and tidal connect .. the speaker is epic as a package , honestly don’t think you will notice any difference at all
By the way despite buying a much larger jbl , it’s definitely a keeper
I only did a 4365 because it will go to a 45 sqm room and I will be sitting like 5m away
Otherwise the 4329 is a much better proposition
By the way despite buying a much larger jbl , it’s definitely a keeper
I only did a 4365 because it will go to a 45 sqm room and I will be sitting like 5m away
Otherwise the 4329 is a much better proposition
mjgraves
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I doubt it would make a difference. I wonder if the electronics in these are like the 700 Series. They have the crossover implemented in a digital stage, then a D/A stage that feeds the class D amplifiers.
On that basis, using the analog input you have: A input -> A/D (crossover & DSP) ->D/A -> Amplifer (PWM)
I opted to feed my 705Ps using the AES input, skipping one A/D conversion.
I thought the newer 4305P & 4329P used a chip that went from D -> PWM without using a analog intemediate step.
On that basis, using the analog input you have: A input -> A/D (crossover & DSP) ->D/A -> Amplifer (PWM)
I opted to feed my 705Ps using the AES input, skipping one A/D conversion.
I thought the newer 4305P & 4329P used a chip that went from D -> PWM without using a analog intemediate step.
The 4329P crossover is done using DSP. How it's routed I have no idea. I use a WiiM ultra for PEQ connected by toslink to the speakers.
Yes, for the amplification part, both the JBL 4305P and 4329P use the MPS/Axign digital class-D amplifier controller, which takes digital inputs.
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I use a MiniDSP SHD (and a Node as input) for Dirac with mine. No noticeable difference other than the Dirac.
Hey could you tell me how you updated it?
I didn't do anything about it. I was just sitting there listening to music, when suddenly the sound cut out and the power indicator started flashing purple. At first, I didn't understand what had happened, but later I read the instructions to find out what it meant. Ultimately, after the update, I had to reconfigure my home network and Google Home connection. As a result, the JBL Premium Audio app completely changed (Tidal and Deezer disappeared), and the Qobuz Connect option appeared in the app.
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so you can no longer use Tidal and Deezer permanently? Surely not -)
I didn't express myself quite clearly. You can't use Deezer natively anymore, via the Airable API in the JBL app. Now you can only use it via Chromecast, via the Deezer app. I can't say how Tidal worked via Airable, as I don't have an account.
mjgraves
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I must admit that I'm not really interested in letting JBL handle the streaming client stuff. I'm sure that they have vast talent within the coprorate family, but it's not at all clear how it might be allocated. Intonato seems to have been abandoned.
I'm happy enough to feed AES to my 705Ps from a separate source. I expect a company whose business is streaming clients will likely be more attentive and offer longer life cycle.
I'm happy enough to feed AES to my 705Ps from a separate source. I expect a company whose business is streaming clients will likely be more attentive and offer longer life cycle.
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I have these speakers, listen to them daily, and love them for he most part. I typically listen to Apple Music via Airplay, but occasionally use Optical or Bluetooth or the 3.5mm analog input.
When I use Optical, Bluetooth, or 3.5mm, the speakers seem to have an aggressive power-saving feature that shuts them off after ~20 minutes, even if I have music playing. Is anyone else experiencing this? It's quite frustrating. I had expected a system at this price to have better software and more configurability for things like that.
When I use Optical, Bluetooth, or 3.5mm, the speakers seem to have an aggressive power-saving feature that shuts them off after ~20 minutes, even if I have music playing. Is anyone else experiencing this? It's quite frustrating. I had expected a system at this price to have better software and more configurability for things like that.
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Afraid so:
JBL 4305p
No auto-sensing unfortunately. Only the onboard streaming services (AirPlay, Tidal Connect) will turn on the device (and switch its mode to streaming). I would get an RCA to 3.5mm cable instead of RCA to XLR. Then you can use the Aux input on the back. Doh! That’s a bit of an inconvenience...
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I use 4329p speakers with a TV connected via optical cable and sometimes via Bluetooth. With Bluetooth, the speakers go into sleep mode if there's no sound coming from the TV. When connected via optical cable, the speakers don't go into sleep mode. At least, I haven't encountered this. Overall, I consider this a minor drawback, given the sound quality they produce.
wandulus
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Maybe low signal on input? It happens at any volume or only at low?
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