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Here's just part of the review, to read the full review including the "audio/sound" along with pictures, head over to Compudio.ca at this link: JH Audio JH11 Pro: Doppio Basspresso
JH Audio JH|11PRO
Previously on Compudio we gladly had Jerry Harvey, founder and owner of JH Audio send us their mid-range model JH10X3 Pro monitor consisted of triple drivers with a passive three way crossover to top the cake off. Today, we have a very similar monitor, that JH11 Pro. However rather than a single arm design in the low frequencies, the JH11 boasts a dual subwoofer. A Four driver, three way monitor is one step up from the JH10X3 Pro, priced at also a step up, a even $50 USD more making it $850 USD, the JH11 Pro.
Specifications
Variation: Any colour, Any artwork.
Transducers: Four Balanced Armature Drivers
Configuration: Passive 3-Way crossover (Single High, Single Mid and Dual Low)
Frequency Range: 10 Hz-17 kHz
Impedance: 18 ohm
Sensitivity (1mW): 119 dB SPL
Accessories: Replaceable braided cable, Water-Proof Polycarbonate Case, String tighten pouch, Cleaning Tool, Manuals
Price: $850 plus shipping and ear impressions
Packaging and Accessories (7.5/10)
Last time we had the JH10X3 Pro with us, the packaging was rather disappointing, however this time around the JH11 arrived in a relatively neat packaging. The monitors unlike when JH Audio first offered their Carbon Fiber box is now packaged with a 3.6x4.8x1.6 inches water-proof Otterbox case for you to carry your monitors within. The case is made of nearly 1/8 inch thick polycarbonate, means it's not only water-proof, but extremely durable as well.
JH Audio also offers a soft, string tightening velvet pouch to store your monitors in on top of the hard-case, just to prevent any possibility of scratching these beautiful hand-crafted monitors. On top of the relatively neat and nice case, similar to many other monitor company, JH Audio also provides a simple cleaning tool for when debris, dust, and wax start to build up in the bores--keep those tubes clean! Though JH Audio doesn't provide the largest accessory collection with their premium monitors, quality is without a doubt present.
Build Quality (10/10)
Now, some may remember that previously when we had the JH10X3 Pro on here for review, we were slightly disappointed with the assembly of the monitor. This time around though, we have to say, the build quality is without a doubt holding up to the $850 asking price of the JH11 Pro.
JH Audio made this specific pair of JH11 from a digital scanned impression from our last working with JH Audio. JH Audio uses the clients personal digital scanned impression when the client is purchasing their second product from JH Audio, where the first purchase product will be made of the silicone impression coming straight from the clients audiologist. JH Audio unlike many monitor makers on the market today use hard, hypoallergenic, colour retaining acrylic shells rather than soft silicone.
Jerry Harvey has been making monitors for over a decade, his knowledge on monitors and build quality really shows when we look at his products. The shell of the monitor is lusciously smooth, bump free, and extremely consistent throughout. There is neither a finger print, or scratch on the monitor when they arrive, we can see that each monitor is treated delicately within the lab eve during the long assembly process where the shells are constantly being worked with. Moving on to the faceplate, where quality again shines through. The faceplate is casted with extreme accuracy, and sealed to the body of the shell with supreme craftsmanship. The closing of the monitor is hardly noticeable, with a beautiful shine along the seam and the surface of the monitor where it then hides the closing even further.
JH Audio takes endless pride in their work, where they go beyond and above in terms of just consistency is stunning. Among the many monitors we have seen, there may be another two or three on the market that has the quality characteristics of our JH Audio monitor we have today. Unlike many companies on the market today, JH Audio has taken their time lining up and making sure each of the dual bore in each monitor is consistent, and symmetrical to the position on the opposite monitor. The high frequency bore is always on the inside of the canal, where the low frequency bore is always on the other.
Artwork wise, despite not having much on our JH11 monitors, the simply "JHAUDIO" logo laser printed onto our monitor was more than enough for our conclusion...simply the bestwe have seen. The width of each line making up the words is of a fraction of a millimeter, despite the miniscule size, the resolution of the print is the smoothest we have seen! We are sure that if we requested the a map of the world to be the artwork of the monitors, JH Audio wouldn't have a problem printing the names of the continents on the map as well. Overall, a superb craftsmanship from JH Audio.
Cables (9.5/10)
As JH Audio hasn't changed the design of their braided cable, we can simply refer to our JH10X3 Pro Review for our thoughts on their cable:
"JH Audio has gone for the usual twisted cable that custom monitors come with. Unlike Westone, JH Audio has gone for an OEM cable which other manufacturers use like Earsonics. Despite being a cable shared with other manufacturers, the cable is durable and flexible with near to no Microphonics. The clear cable that I have tested is very similar to Westone and Ultimate Ears clear. The clear cable is extremely soft, with a reduced friction insulation compared to the black cable offered by JH Audio and other companies. Clear cables tend to be soft, and harder to tangle due to the nature that there is an extra layer of silvery fabric like coating on the wires, making the cable slightly thicker than the usual black and having less friction. Strain reliefs are very well done and shrunk to the cable, cable management is a little tube that works as well as the little bead offered on Westone’s ES cable. The cable’s microphonics are rather well done, extremely low. Touching or the occasion of cable rubbing against clothing doesn’t surge a loud noise through the cable causing disturbance."
Fit (10/10)
As we didn't have any fitting problems with our monitor from JH Audio last time, we had no complaints about the fit. The extra long canal offered by JH Audio in comparison to other companies offers the most impressive isolation we have experienced yet. Despite having the sealing capabilities, the comfort of the monitors is also extremely well. In fact, this time around, JH Audio made the monitor even more flush to the ear compared to our previous monitor which is a definite cosmetic bonus. Overall, a flawless fit from JH Audio once again along with a bonus.
Conclusion
The JH11 being the third inline of the JH Audio family has lots to offer at a fairly affordable price of $850, the JH11 gives the crisp high frequency notes, clear vocals in the mid-range, and a heart throbbing low-end that many crave for. Also coming from one of the longest manufacturers and respected monitor engineers in the industry today, the JH11 comes not just with sound quality but also a incredible build quality and fantastic customer service. As we had the JH10X3 last time, we mentioned the lows were a little boomy, and little overpowering and uncontrolled at times. However, the JH11 was the simple solutions from JH Audio, at just $50 more we would agree that it's well worth the step for a more refined low-end and a more engaging mid-range and overall music experience. Some things that may be holding back buyers from the JH11 is like last time, the simply lack of accessories. Overall tough, we thought that the JH11 was as impressive as it gets in this price range, and we could recommend this monitor to anyone who's looking for a engaging music experience in any pop, hip hop, metal, and more modern styles of music along with wanting to monitor on stage for drums, of a bass guitar.
