The JBL 4300 Series line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 6 models, from the JBL 4312SE to the JBL 4309, JBL 4312G and JBL 4349. Ratings run from 3.3/5 to 4.7/5. Of these, 4 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
4312SE to 4312G
The JBL 4312G replaced the JBL 4312SE. Both rate 3.9/5.
| Spec | 4312SE | 4312G |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1” magnesium/aluminium dome tweeter with waveguide, 5” midrange, 12” (300mm) woofer | 1” magnesium/aluminium dome tweeter with waveguide, 5” pure pulp midrange, 12” pure pulp woofer |
| Weight | 55.6 lbs (25.2 kg) each | 52.5 lbs (23.8 kg) each |
4367 to 4369
The JBL 4369 replaced the JBL 4367. It rates higher, 4.7/5 against 4.6/5.
| Spec | 4367 | 4369 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 15” (380mm) 2216Nd-1 Dual Differential Drive® woofer, 3” (75mm) D2430K dual compression tweeter | 15” (380mm) 2219Nd-1 woofer, 3” (75mm) D2830B compression driver on HDI waveguide |
| Sensitivity | 92.5dB | 93dB |
| Weight | 119 lbs (54 kg) each | 140 lbs (63.5 kg) each |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the JBL 4300 Series are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the JBL 4300 Series, from the JBL 4312SE to the JBL 4309, JBL 4312G and JBL 4349.
What replaced the JBL 4312SE?
The JBL 4312G replaced the JBL 4312SE. Both are rated 3.9/5.
What replaced the JBL 4367?
The JBL 4369 replaced the JBL 4367. It is rated 4.7/5, against 4.6/5 for the JBL 4367.