The JBL Northridge N28 ranks #125 out of 158 total Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#125 JBL Northridge N28 Discontinued eBay
Pros: A budget two-way from JBL’s Northridge line. JBL’s data shows a very flat on-axis response (0.22 average deviation). JBL’s measurements show a preference score of 2.81 that reaches 5.09 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.73 listening window deviation.
Cons: Its in-room balance is less even than its on-axis response, for a low standalone preference score. JBL discontinued it. Bass reaches 55.0Hz (-3dB) and about 37Hz (-10dB).
How it compares: Just above it: Polk Audio RT15i. Just below it: Parts Express Copperhead Desktop Kit.
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 37.0Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55.0Hz (measured, manufacturer data via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Drivers | woofer, titanium-laminate dome tweeter |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.81 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.09 |
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