Are they good as near-field studio monitors for home studio? Do they work with Denon DRA 500ae receiver?

I have a recording studio in my home and have been playing and engineering music recordings for 30 years. I bought these as computer monitors in my office - but I sometimes use them to proof a mix. They are nice as an "alternative" to my studio monitors. In my studio I use Mackie HR-824's, Yamaha NS-10's and a pair of Klipsch Heresies to get different "looks" at a mix. The Control 1 has weak/non existent low bass response, so it's not useful as a primary studio monitor. I also find them to be less than flat through the mid-range. So a mix that sounds good on them, can sound "midgange heavy" when you listen to it in the car or any system with a nominally boosted midrange. So I would say, they are NOT very good if you are a serious audiophile or sound engineer and you want to use them as your sole or primary monitors. Where they are good is for mixing a nice punchy bass response(80-200hZ). As a result, I use them to mix drums and bass all the time. If those instruments sound good on these speakers, they will sound GREAT on a high fidelity system. Sometimes, when you mix drums and bass on small speakers, the mix ends up being really boomy and bass heavy once you have subwoofers and full frequency playback. Not so in this case. They have a very controlled bass response. Maybe that's why they are named "control"? So, if you want another set of speakers to check a mix, or if you are doing a lot of drum and bass music, they might be OK.

Are they self powered? Can I just plug my phone in and jam?

self powered only because they must be connected first to an amplifier old school style with a two-lead cable. Phone cannot be hooked up or plugged directly to the speaker. You must first use an amplifier/preamplifier section for processing the signal from your phone. Some speakers have Bluetooth or network capability and are self-powered w/battery. These JBL Control 1 speaker is not like that.

how to intall theme...?

did you get the brackets with them?if you use a drill be careful the plastic is very week.do you have Skype?

what comes with the products

just the speakers, non powered. you will need a power amp, also I use a board to plug my puter into. you can come out of puter but you will need a couple steps before you get to the speakers. you might want to look into powered versions. all depends what level and what you are using the speakers for.I have home production studio and have to have some speaker references without blasting the apartment neighbors.

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JBL Professional High Performance 2-Way Professional Compact Loudspeaker System, Black, Sold as Pair (C1PRO), 9.30 x 6.30 x 5.60 inches

JBL Professional High Performance 2-Way Professional Compact Loudspeaker System, Black, Sold as Pair (C1PRO), 9.30 x 6.30 x 5.60 inches

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JBL
Speaker Maximum Output Power
150 Watts
Frequency Response
18
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Audio Output Mode
Stereo

🔊150W peak power

🖤Compact black design

🎚️100Hz-18kHz frequency range

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🎧 Elevate your sound game with JBL’s pro-grade compact powerhouse!

DURABLE RUGGED BUILD - Polycarbonate enclosure designed to withstand daily wear and tear.
WIDE FREQUENCY RANGE - Crisp highs and rich lows from 100Hz to 18kHz for every detail.
SONIC GUARD PROTECTION - Overload protection ensures uninterrupted, safe audio performance.
POWERFUL PRECISION SOUND - 150 Watts of dynamic audio clarity for immersive listening.
VERSATILE MOUNTING OPTIONS - Use as bookshelf speakers or wall-mount with included brackets.

The JBL Professional C1 Pro is a compact, passive 2-way loudspeaker system delivering 150 watts of power through a 5.25-inch woofer and 0.75-inch tweeter. With a frequency response spanning 100Hz to 18kHz, it offers clear, accurate sound ideal for studios, home theaters, and desktop setups. Its rugged polycarbonate enclosure and SonicGuard overload protection ensure durability and reliability, while versatile mounting options provide flexible installation.

Specifications

Number Of Circuits	2
Audio Driver Size	5 Inches
Audio Driver Type	Dynamic Driver
Tweeter Diameter	0.75 Inches
Is Waterproof	FALSE
Color	Black
Subwoofer Diameter	5 Inches
Speaker Type	Satellite
Woofer Diameter	17.78 Centimeters
Controller Type	Corded Electric
MP3 player	No
Additional Features	High Frequency Response, SonicGuard HF overload protection, Magnetically Shielded
Control Method	App
Warranty Type	Limited Manufacturer Warranty
Speaker Size	5.25 Inches
Audio Output Mode	Stereo
Antenna Location	For Televisions, For Computers
Enclosure Material	Polycarbonate
Mount Type	Wall Mount, Bookshelf
Specific Uses For Product	Fixed Installations
Speaker Maximum Output Power	150 Watts
Compatible Devices	Television, Personal Computer
Item Weight	4 Pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	5.6"D x 6.3"W x 9.3"H
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Connectivity Technology	Wired
Wireless Technology	Wired
Number of Audio Channels	2.0
Frequency Response	18
Impedance	4 Ohm
Is Electric	Yes
Power Source	Passive

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