The JBL Stage A180 ranks #102 out of 139 total Large Size Floorstanding Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: JBL
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#102 JBL Stage A180: $400 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the JBL Stage 2 280F, ranked lower, rated 3.4/5.
Pros: A budget 2.5-way tower with a 1” aluminum tweeter in JBL’s HDI waveguide and two 6.5” woofers, rated at 90dB. Audio Science Review measured low on-axis deviation (0.41), wide horizontal coverage (about ±60 degrees) and bass to 55.7Hz (-3dB) and about 35Hz (-10dB), for a preference score of 5.01. Measured bass extension of 55.7Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Directivity varies across frequency (3.68dB directivity index deviation). Replaced by the Stage 2 280F. Discontinued.
How it compares: Just above it: Aperion Audio Novus N5T - $124 more, 4Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Polk Signature Elite ES50 - $106 cheaper, 1Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 34.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 39.4”H x 9.1”W x 11.6”D (1000 x 230 x 295 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” aluminum dome tweeter with HDI waveguide, 2x 6.5” polycellulose woofers |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz-40kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 90dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.01 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.74 |
| Weight | 38 lbs (17.25 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported (rear) |
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