The JBL 3 Series line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 5 models, from the JBL LSR305 and JBL LSR308 to the JBL 305P MKII, JBL 306P MKII and JBL 308P MKII. Ratings run from 4.1/5 to 4.4/5. Of these, 3 are still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
LSR305 to 305P MKII
The JBL 305P MKII replaced the JBL LSR305. It rates higher, 4.3/5 against 4.2/5.
| Spec | LSR305 | 305P MKII |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 5” woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter with Image Control Waveguide | 5” (127mm) woofer |
| Amplifier Power | 82W total (41W LF + 41W HF), class D | 81w Per Speaker |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 48.3Hz | 50Hz |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) each | 10.4 lbs (4.7 kg) each |
LSR308 to 308P MKII
The JBL 308P MKII replaced the JBL LSR308. It rates higher, 4.4/5 against 4.2/5.
| Spec | LSR308 | 308P MKII |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 8” woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter with Image Control Waveguide | 8” woofer, 1” neodymium tweeter |
| Amplifier Power | 112W total (56W LF + 56W HF), class D | 112W total |
| Weight | 19 lbs (8.6 kg) each | 17.9 lbs (8.1 kg) each |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the JBL 3 Series are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the JBL 3 Series, from the JBL LSR305 and JBL LSR308 to the JBL 305P MKII, JBL 306P MKII and JBL 308P MKII.
What replaced the JBL LSR305?
The JBL 305P MKII replaced the JBL LSR305. It is rated 4.3/5, against 4.2/5 for the JBL LSR305.
What replaced the JBL LSR308?
The JBL 308P MKII replaced the JBL LSR308. It is rated 4.4/5, against 4.2/5 for the JBL LSR308.