The JBL L82 Classic ranks #82 out of 157 total Large Size Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#82 JBL L82 Classic: $2,500 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the JBL L82 Classic MkII, ranked higher, estimated 4/5.
Pros: A retro two-way with an 8” pure pulp woofer and 1” titanium dome tweeter behind a Quadrex foam grille. The only Spinorama data shows deep bass, 51.6Hz (-3dB) and about 29Hz (-10dB), consistent directivity (2.67dB directivity index deviation) and a preference score of 5.10. Measured bass extension of 51.6Hz (-3dB).
Cons: That data is low quality, digitized from a third-party chart, and shows an uneven on-axis response (0.78dB average deviation). Replaced by the L82 Classic MkII. Discontinued.
Related speakers: JBL L82 Classic MkII.
How it compares: Just above it: Monitor Audio Silver 100 6G - $1700 cheaper. Just below it: JBL 4312SE - $500 more, 2Hz higher bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 28.6Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 51.6Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 18.6”H x 11.1”W x 12.4”D (473 x 281 x 316 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” titanium dome tweeter, 8” (200mm) pure pulp woofer |
| Frequency Response | 44Hz-40kHz -6dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 88dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.10 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.78 |
| Weight | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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