.thumb.jpeg.1caddb9ccc244bc24246d6f33f3c5661.jpeg)
RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
JBL 4401 Studio Monitors JBL 4401 Studio Monitors | Sequential Pair | Ex-GTV 9 Master Control (Richmond)The Pedigree (22 Bendigo St, Richmond)Available is a rare, factory-matched sequential pair of JBL 4401 Compact Control Monitors (Serial #11011 and #11012). These are a genuine piece of Melbourne’s broadcasting history.These monitors were part of the professional infrastructure at the iconic GTV 9 "Television City" studios in Richmond, installed in the Master Control Room. I purchased them directly from Channel 9 via Grays Online in March 2011 during their relocation to the Bourke Street faci
At AUD 400, this JBL Control 5 sits well above your market's 75th percentile of AUD 397—essentially at the ceiling for used units. The Control 5 is a compact, passive two-way speaker designed for nearfield monitoring and installed systems; it's been in production for years without major generational shifts, so age alone doesn't disqualify it. However, AUD 400 is ambitious unless the seller can document recent service, original packaging, or pristine cosmetics. Comparable used units typically trade between AUD 236–AUD 397, making this listing a stretch unless there's something exceptional about condition or provenance.
Before committing, verify the driver cones and tweeters for any signs of deterioration, dust damage, or previous repairs—these are common wear points on passive speakers. Confirm all connections are clean and the binding posts aren't corroded. Ask whether the seller has actually used these or they've been in storage, and insist on a listening test if possible. Check that both units match sonically; sometimes paired speakers drift over time. If the seller can't articulate why these command a premium, walk away and target something in the AUD 300–350 range instead.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
JBL traces its roots to 1946, when pioneering audio engineer James Bullough Lansing founded the company in Los Angeles, California, initially as James B. Lansing Sound, Incorporated. A veteran of loudspeaker design from earlier ventures like the Lansing Manufacturing Company and collaborations on Hollywood's first practical cinema systems, Lansing infused JBL with his relentless pursuit of acoustic clarity and fidelity. Though he passed away in 1949 amid financial strains, the brand endured under new leadership, accelerating in 1969 with acquisition by Harman International—now under Samsung—fueling global expansion and innovation.
JBL excels across professional and consumer audio realms, renowned for its loudspeakers that dominate studios, touring rigs, cinemas, and home setups. Iconic models like the D-130 woofer, Paragon stereophonic system, and L-100 Century defined eras of high-output sound, while modern lines span portable Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, soundbars, and pro monitors. The brand prioritizes robust transducers, advanced horns, and diamond-surround tech over niche components like turntables, DACs, or cables.
Positioned as a mid-tier powerhouse with pro-grade heritage, JBL commands respect among discerning buyers for delivering punchy, reliable performance at accessible prices, bridging live-event energy and home listening without high-end esoterica. Its vintage icons draw collectors, yet contemporary ubiquity in arenas and everyday gear cements market dominance for those valuing scale and excitement over boutique refinement.
See all JBL listings on RADAR.
Marktplaats
↓ 25%
NL
Marktplaats
Hifitörget
Kleinanzeigen
New
Kleinanzeigen
Good
Kleinanzeigen
Excellent
DE
