Kali Audio LP-6 V2 vs JBL 308P MKII

Short answer: the JBL 308P MKII for a flatter on-axis curve, the Kali LP-6 V2 for horizontal consistency. The JBL’s spinorama is essentially flat from 45Hz to above 15kHz with almost no directivity error, though a resonance around 18kHz and a slight dip near 1.4kHz remain. The LP-6 V2 has a vertical directivity disturbance around 1.5-2kHz that makes ear height important.

What the Kali Audio LP-6 V2 gets right: Outstandingly neutral active monitor for the money, with no audible amplifier hiss in Erin’s listening and excellent horizontal directivity from the contoured waveguide. The catch: A vertical directivity disturbance around 1.5-2kHz makes ear height important; desk or console reflections and ceiling bounce can expose the crossover lobing, so absorption may help.

Buy the JBL 308P MKII. Both are rated the same for sound quality, and it costs $100 less than the Kali Audio LP-6 V2.

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The Two Speakers In Full

Kali Audio LP-6 V2: $398 per pair Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

Older model: the Kali Audio LP-6 (ranked lower, rated 4.3/5).

Pros: Erin’s measurements give a 7.48 ideal-subwoofer score and 42.5Hz -3dB bass extension, a strong combination for an affordable nearfield monitor. The waveguide and placement switches help with practical setup, and the second generation improves close-range noise behavior. Measured bass extension of 42Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 2.5dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz leaves some tonal unevenness. Vertical crossover behavior makes ear-height placement important, and compression limits loud bass playback. Its good tonal score is not evidence of the output capability of a much larger monitor.

Full Kali Audio LP-6 V2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	40W LF + 40W HF per speaker; Bi-amplified Class D
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	39.1Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	42Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	Yes; boundary presets and LF/HF trims
Dimensions	14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.2”D
Drivers	1” soft-dome tweeter; 6.5” woofer
Frequency Response	47Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, balanced TRS and RCA
Maximum SPL	Approximately 102dB per pair with good measured linearity (Erin’s Audio Corner) (manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	Yes
Spinorama Preference Score	5.53
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.48
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	15.5 lbs (7.05 kg) each
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Official Kali Audio LP-6 V2 Page
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JBL 308P MKII: $298 per pair Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

Pros: A 1.8dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz and 7.69 ideal-subwoofer score support unusually good tonal balance for an accessible studio monitor. Measured -3dB extension of 42.5Hz supplies useful musical bass, and the waveguide helps maintain consistent horizontal coverage. Measured bass extension of 42.5Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Amplifier hiss may be noticeable in quiet, close-range use. Bass distortion and output limits matter when playing loudly, despite the 8-inch woofer. Keep the tweeter near ear height; vertical crossover behavior is less forgiving than the best coaxial designs. A resonance around 18kHz and a slight dip around 1.4kHz.

Full JBL 308P MKII review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	112W total
App	No
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	37.6Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	42.5Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	No
Dimensions	16.5”H x 10”W x 12.1”D (419.1 x 254 x 307.3 mm)
Drivers	8” woofer, 1” neodymium tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	45Hz - 20kHz (+/-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, 1/4” TRS
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	No
Spinorama Preference Score	5.88
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.69
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	17.9 lbs (8.1 kg) each
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
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