These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The JBL 4369 ranks #7 of 89 floorstanding speakers by sound quality at $25,000; the JBL 4319 ranks #135 of 141 bookshelf speakers by sound quality at $4,000.
Why pick the JBL 4369: A two-way floorstanding studio monitor with a 15” 2219Nd-1 Differential Drive woofer and the 3” D2830B dual-diaphragm compression driver on a Sonoglass HDI horn, crossed over at 800Hz. Watch for: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers.
The case for the JBL 4319: High sensitivity around 90dB and controlled bass distortion mean the large 12” woofer plays loud with copious bass and modest amplifier power needs. The tradeoff: CEA2034 spinorama shows a pronounced 800Hz dip and a comb-filtering pattern in the woofer response consistent with a delayed reflected source, plus poor and uneven vertical directivity.
Worth knowing: the JBL 4319 has been discontinued and is hard to find new at this point.
Buy the JBL 4369 at $25,000 if you want a floorstanding speaker. Buy the JBL 4319 at $4,000 if you want a bookshelf speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL 4369 | JBL 4319 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $25,000 per pair | $4,000 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #7 of 89 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers | #135 of 141 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers |
| Drivers | 15” (380mm) 2219Nd-1 woofer, 3” (75mm) D2830B compression driver on HDI waveguide | 12” Differential Drive dual-voice-coil woofer, 5” inverted-dome midrange, 1” compression tweeter (3-way) |
| Frequency Response | 28Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Sensitivity | 93dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) | 89.5dB (2.83V/1m, measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal | 6 ohms nominal |
| Crossover Frequency | 800Hz | - |
| Power Handling | Up to 350W RMS | - |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front | ported |
| Dimensions | 44.1”H x 24.8”W x 18.5”D (1120 x 630 x 470 mm) | 23.5H x 14.25W x 12D in (with grille) |
| Weight | 140 lbs (63.5 kg) each | 35.9 lbs (16.3 kg) each |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 58.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 37.8Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 4.41 (spinorama.org) |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 6.61 (spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
JBL 4369: $25,000 per pair Estimated eBay
Older model: the JBL 4367 (ranked lower, rated 4.6/5).
Pros: A two-way floorstanding studio monitor with a 15” 2219Nd-1 Differential Drive woofer and the 3” D2830B dual-diaphragm compression driver on a Sonoglass HDI horn, crossed over at 800Hz. JBL rates it at 93dB sensitivity, very easy to drive, with a 6 ohm load and response to 28Hz (-6dB) from its front ports. Front panel trims adjust the high and ultra-high frequencies.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers. It weighs 63.5 kg each, stands 1.12 m tall, and is sold only through JBL Synthesis dealers at a flagship price.
Full JBL 4369 review and specifications →
| Crossover Frequency | 800Hz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 44.1”H x 24.8”W x 18.5”D (1120 x 630 x 470 mm) |
| Drivers | 15” (380mm) 2219Nd-1 woofer, 3” (75mm) D2830B compression driver on HDI waveguide |
| Frequency Response | 28Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal |
| Power Handling | Up to 350W RMS |
| Sensitivity | 93dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 140 lbs (63.5 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front |
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JBL 4319: $4,000 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: High sensitivity around 90dB and controlled bass distortion mean the large 12” woofer plays loud with copious bass and modest amplifier power needs. Impedance dips are well controlled, so it isn’t a hard speaker to drive despite its size. User-adjustable midrange and treble level controls are built into the back panel. Measured bass extension of 58.6Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 89.5dB.
Cons: CEA2034 spinorama shows a pronounced 800Hz dip and a comb-filtering pattern in the woofer response consistent with a delayed reflected source, plus poor and uneven vertical directivity. The reviewer described the sound as “boxy and closed in with some brightness” and could not recommend it “unless you like looking at it more than listening to it.” At 23.5” tall, it’s closer to a small tower than a typical bookshelf speaker. Discontinued.
Full JBL 4319 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 37.8Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 58.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 23.5H x 14.25W x 12D in (with grille) |
| Drivers | 12” Differential Drive dual-voice-coil woofer, 5” inverted-dome midrange, 1” compression tweeter (3-way) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 89.5dB (2.83V/1m, measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.41 (spinorama.org) |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.61 (spinorama.org) |
| Weight | 35.9 lbs (16.3 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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