Part 2 - JBL MA9100HP Review - Calibration, User Experience, Settings, Sound Quality, Conclusion

JBL MA9100HP Part 2 Calibration, Settinsgs, Sound Quality, Conclusion
In this JBL MA9100HP AV Receiver flagship from the JBL "Modern Audio" series, we continue from the previous video to address the included JBL EZ Set EQ calibration tool, the user experience with the remote, front panel, JBL Premium Audio model app and web client, other setting functions and what overall impression was including the sound quality. This new series aims to attract an younger audience with simplicity and a modern aesthetic.
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[@WindomRettes]

Maybe we should wait for version 2 of these models.

[@nickmaddalena985]

Wow, it reminds me of my old denon in setup. You had to do all the measurements manually. At least they have a test sound. Other than that, it looks to be a good once setup is done. Thanks again Jon for a detailed look at this product!!!

[@williamhicks2763]

I feel like everything is on hold waiting to see what the RMC-1+ brings to the party.

[@wezzman1]

Soo damn glad for channels like yours, you give us the truth so we the customers can make an informative purchase. All the other "influencer" KZbin channels are saying this avr is easy to set up and it's for beginners. Harmon do this with all their products, buggy and a pain to set up. The frustrating thing is, the hardware is really damn good 🤦🏽🤷🏽‍♂️

[@dodpr]

Thank you for detailed review. I’m sure that takes a long time. For me the most important is the audio quality. Once I set it up, I probably won’t change anything. The look of the AVR is also a plus. It looks nice and modern. I also need an AVR that is dual voltage. Not that many out there. Maybe they will fix the screen layout later with a firmware update. Once you mentioned it sounded good, I knew I want one. Thanks again!

[@dansuess4859]

Thanks so much Jon. You put a lot of effort into this and I really appreciate it. Two thoughts, first, were you able to determine how easy/difficult it is to adjust trims on the fly? And any chance you could get in the Marantz Cinema 70s to compare slim models? Again, thanks!

[@ripewave]

No trim adjust on the JBL MA Series. Yes - possible to bring in models like the Cinema 70s. -Jon

[@dansuess4859]

@@ripewave Thanks for checking. Deal breaker for me. As far as the Cinema 70s, I believe it's the only model in their line up that does not have the HDAMs which supposedly give their other models the "warm Marantz sound". It's possible that the 70 would score higher in your listening tests because of this.

[@williamhicks2763]

@@ripewaveI hope you’ll see how the model 70 sounds as just a preamp since it has pre-outs and I think a lot of people would run it with external amps. I’ve thought of doing that myself.

[@dansuess4859]

@@williamhicks2763 Maybe Jon could try it both ways.

[@MohsinWadee]

It's a real pity it doesn't score well on the usability factor, especially for setup.

[@juve7]

Cool.

[@roco9504]

It’d be nice if they made 1 more step higher model, 11ch, 2 dedicated Sub outs. I’m looking for something that is good for gaming, 9-11Ch, Dirac, and I really want cool running class D I love that it’s efficient. I used to have a Denon x6300 and it was a space heater! I have easy to drive Klipsch system so I don’t feel the need of the power of separates but it seems to be the only route for a good system >_< AV10 + class D But AV10 is overkill! Common Marantz Av20 plz? Or I can just say screw it “upgrade” my Pioneer LX901 to the LX805 (1/2 off at Bestbuy!!) Though kind of tempting to do A1H if I’m going to go class A/B anyways I was McIntosh MHT300 or NAD T778 was gaming friendly