Created in 1992 and born from JBL's industry-leading commercial cinema business, JBL Synthesis pioneered immersive multichannel home cinemas, redefining what was possible to hear in private residences during the early 1990s. Part of JBL, which was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing in Los Angeles, California, JBL Synthesis operates under Harman International (acquired by Samsung Electronics in 2017) and is headquartered within HARMAN's global center of acoustic engineering in Northridge, California. The brand represents the pinnacle of custom-tailored immersive audio systems for discriminating enthusiasts, offering complete turnkey solutions utilizing the most advanced electronics and loudspeakers. Each system is created by carefully selected dealers who customize installations to room size and acoustics, with expert calibration guaranteeing exceptional performance for every seat. The flagship John Eargle Reference Cinema at Harman's facility showcases the extreme capabilities with 26 speakers (13 lower level, 13 overhead) and ten subwoofers, representing $250,000 in audio hardware alone. As part of HARMAN Luxury Audio Group alongside Mark Levinson, Revel, ARCAM, and Lexicon, JBL Synthesis delivers uncompromised sound from finest stereo listening to state-of-the-art multichannel home theater systems, serving clients seeking the ultimate in premium residential audio experiences.