HARMAN Professional Solutions Announces New JBL Pasión Series Karaoke Loudspeakers in the APAC and China Markets

October 13, 2019

NORTHRIDGE, Calif.—HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, video, lighting and control systems, today announced new JBL Pasión Series karaoke loudspeakers for the APAC and China markets.

The Pasión Series provides karaoke venues of all sizes with iconic JBL sound, sleek styling and exceptional performance at an affordable price point. Specially tuned for karaoke, Pasión Series loudspeakers provide exceptional clarity for vocals and extended bass response for music. High-grade materials, quality components and rigorous testing ensure the highest level of performance and reliability, while a sleek design with illuminated JBL Entertainment logos offers a premium look that will elevate any KTV venue. The Pasión Series includes five models of passive loudspeakers with woofers ranging from 6.5 to 12 inches, as well as a powered subwoofer. 

“Excellent sound is vital to any KTV establishment, and successful businesses have trusted JBL loudspeakers for years,” said Karam Kaul, Vice President of Audio, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “The new Pasión Series makes legendary JBL karaoke sound available to KTV venues large and small, with sleek styling and premium quality that is sure to make an impression on guests.”

Building on JBL Entertainment’s pedigree as a leading karaoke speaker brand, the Pasión Series delivers premium sound quality specifically tailored to KTV applications. Specially-designed woofers ranging from 6.5 to 12 inches are fitted with demodulating aluminum rings for powerful bass response with low distortion and excellent power handling. High-efficiency 3-inch tweeters produce detailed high-frequency content for crystal-clear vocals. The Pasión 12SP is the first JBL powered subwoofer made specifically for the KTV market, complimenting the Pasión range with enhanced bass. 

A stylish, premium design makes the Pasión Series stand out in any venue, projecting a statement of quality. The sleek lines, metallic highlights and illuminated JBL Entertainment logo let venue owners showcase the quality of their sound system, making a lasting impression on customers. Durable materials and quality components provide years of reliable performance, making the JBL Pasión Series a smart investment for any karaoke establishment.

The Pasión Series consists of five speaker models plus a powered subwoofer, providing enough flexibility to suit any karaoke application from micro KTV booths to small- and medium-sized private rooms and even full-fledged clubs. The Pasión 12, Pasión 10, Pasión 8 and Pasión 6 feature 12-inch, 10-inch, 8-inch and 6.5-inch woofers respectively and the Pasión 6F variant features a bass port on the front for placement close to walls in small spaces. The Pasión 12SP subwoofer features a threaded pole mount, allowing it to be combined with the Pasión 6F to create a portable solution. Additionally, the 12SP is available with Chinese, Japanese and European power cables. 

Availability
The JBL Pasión 12 ($685.60), Pasión 10 ($565.00), Pasión 8 ($458.16), Pasión 6 ($400.00) and Pasión 6F ($402.75) will be available October 18, 2019. JBL Pasion 12SP ($584.34) will be available December 2019.  For more information, please visit www.jblpro.com.