The SA750 (75th Anniversary Edition) is a streaming integrated amplifier by JBL that delivers 130 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 200 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. It was released in April 2021. It is a 2-channel design using a Class G output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC (32-bit ESS Sabre DAC (ESS9038K2M)), so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition has an MSRP of $3,000.
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition is rated at 130 watts RMS into 8-ohms. JBL provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.002% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 130 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.002%
- 200 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 112dB Signal to Noise Ratio
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Which speakers suit the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition?
130 W into 8 ohms, 200 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition is rated at 130 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our 121 to 180 watts band. The next band up is Over 180 watts, which is worth about 2.3dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room. Plenty of systems are better served by the 91 to 120 watts band and better speakers.
When pairing the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition has total of 4 Analog inputs including 2 Phono Input (MM,MC).
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-A(Connects to mass storage devices for playback)
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition features two Phono Inputs which are compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the SA750 (75th Anniversary Edition) is the
32-bit ESS Sabre DAC (ESS9038K2M), and supports resolutions up to
24-bit, 192KHZ.
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition External Dimensions and Weight
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 5inch x 17-3/4inch x 15inch (127.0mm x 451.0mm x 381.0mm ). The unit weighs
12.05 kg (26.5 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition is approximately 1718.3cm2 / 266.3inch2.
- Width: 451.0mm (17-3/4")
- Height: 127.0mm (5")
- Depth: 381.0mm (15")
- Weight: 12.05 kg (26.5 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1718.3cm2 / 266.3inch2
- Volume: ~21.8 liter / 5.8 gallon
What's in the Box of JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SA750 (75th Anniversary Edition):
- Integrated Amplifier
- 6.5-feet AC power cord
- Remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- 2 WiFi antennas
- Setup microphone
- 6.5-feet miniUSB-to-USB cable
- Handbook Manual
- Thank you Letter
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the JBL SA750 (75th Anniversary Edition) Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition by the manufacturer.
JBL SA750 75th Anniversary Edition Lifestyle
| General |
| Brand |
JBL |
| Full Model Name |
JBL SA750 (75th Anniversary Edition) |
| Release Date |
April 2021 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class G |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
130 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
200 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
0.002% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
112 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
32-bit ESS Sabre DAC (ESS9038K2M) |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
802.11 ac |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
Yes |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
Yes |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
Yes |
| Roon |
Ready |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
4 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-A(Connects to mass storage devices for playback) |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 2-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
127.0mm (5") |
| Width |
451.0mm (17-3/4") |
| Depth |
381.0mm (15") |
| Weight |
12.05 kg (26.5 lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Tone Controls |
Yes |
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |