JBL Vintage Speakers Shopping Guide
The right set of speakers gives your home's sound system the ability to be all it can be. On top of that, JBL vintage speakers have an attractive design, adding to the aesthetic appeal of whatever room you are using them in. JBL vintage speakers you can find on eBay come in a variety of different models with features and benefits to suit any situation. For instance, JBL bookshelf speakers are an excellent addition to a home office.
What models of JBL speakers are for sale?
JBL has made a number of different speakers, creating various sonic options. They also vary in size, depending on the footprint you are looking for. You can find the following models of JBL vintage speakers for sale:
- JBL L100 - This is an early JBL model released in 1970. It's a four-way speaker with a walnut cabinet and is considered a piece of furniture because it's a floor speaker.
- JBL 4346 - The JBL 4346 is an augmented two-way speaker. It was an upgrade of the JBL L100 classic four-way speaker design released in 1982.
- JBL 4311 - This is a studio monitor designed for recording and mixing audio in a music studio. They have a near-field design.
- JBL L65 - A two-way speaker featuring a foam cover. It has controls for presence and brilliance to help you increase sonic clarity.
Kinds of JBL vintage speakers
A vintage JBL speaker is often in a cabinet consisting of multiple speakers that are each responsible for broadcasting a specific frequency range. The frequencies are filtered to the individual speakers using a crossover. The highest frequencies are broadcast by tweeters, small speakers found near the top. Mid-range and lower high frequencies are broadcast by the horns. Finally, the subsonic frequencies are emitted by subwoofers, which are often sold on their own as standalone speakers.
Finishing options
Because of their size and prominent role in home decor, the finish and aesthetic design of older JBL speakers are important. Typically, each speaker system is housed in a cabinet made of wood. There are multiple options for wood finishes available, including:
- Maple
- Birch
- Walnut
- Cherry
Can you buy individual replacement speakers?
If you own vintage JBL speakers already and need a replacement for one of them, they are available. This includes replacement tweeter, horns, and subs. In some cases, they can be found in pairs for a reasonable price. This is often desirable because then the quality of the speakers in both cabinets will match. You can also find individual vintage JBL components for each speaker.
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