Connoisseurs know it: in any home-cinema installation worthy of the name, the central speaker is a key element that cannot be neglected. Our overview of the Jamo Studio 8 range therefore necessarily had to go through the Jamo S81 Cen.
Jamo has not neglected the center speaker of its Studio 8 range. The S81 Cen delivers a clear and energetic sound, perfectly consistent with the character of the S803 and S807, with which it combines in total harmony in a multi-channel installation. We simply recommend paying attention to its generous dimensions and its rear vent, which can make its integration tricky.
Strong points
- Clear and precise medium.
- Lots of presence in the cutting edge area, without aggressiveness.
- Very natural and well-articulated human voices.
- Simple and efficient design.
Weak points
- Voluminous (nearly 20 cm in height).
- The vent at the back makes positioning tricky.
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