JBL L100 Classic MKII
The JBL L100 Classic MKII ($4800/pair) and L82 Classic MKII ($2,900/pair) were actually announced back in May 2023 and I apologize I can only add them to our database now (thanks to our reader that reminded us these). These are the updated versions of the L100 Classic and JBL L82 Classic we loved and recommended to many of our users who are looking for a perfect blend of vintage looks and top performance.
New Dual Set Binding Posts
JBL made few improvements to upgrade acoustic components in order to improve the sound quality hence make them even more attractive for the critical listeners. Here are the improvements over their predecessors:
- Woofer: upgraded woofer design to reduce distortion
- Tweeter and Midrange: tweeter and midrange drivers(L100 MKII only) design are refined to deliver higher performance
- Crossover and Bi-wiring: a change to the crossover design is made to provide dual inputs for use in bi-wiring applications
- Binding posts: New dual sets of premium gold-plated binding post terminals
Here is a size comparison of these loudspeakers to give you a batter idea about how these compare in real life:
JBL L100 Classic MKII vs L82 Classic MKII Size Comparison
Both models have the same frequency responses and Sensitivitiew with their predecessors so on paper, so the changes are minimal. Check the comparisons below
JBL L82 Classic MKII Colors
JBL L100 Classic MKII vs L82 Classic MKII Comparison
| FEATURE and SPECS COMPARISON | |  |  |
| Model | JBL L100 Classic MKII | JBL L82 Classic MKII |
| Speaker Type | Passive Bookshelf | Passive Bookshelf |
| Enclosure Type | Ported | Ported |
| Driver Setup | 3-way | 2-way |
| Tweeter | 1" Dome Tweeter | 1" Dome Tweeter |
| Mid-Range | 5.25" Polymer-coated Pure Pulp Midrange | - |
| Woofer | 1 x 12" Pulp Woofer | 1 x 8" Pulp Woofer |
| Frequency Range / Low | 40Hz | 44Hz |
| Frequency Range / High | 40kHz | 40kHz |
| Impedance Nominal | 4Ω | 8Ω |
| Sensitivity | 90dB | 88dB |
| Max Power (RMS) | 200w | 150w |
| Crossover Frequency | 450Hz and 3500Hz | 1700Hz |
| Port Position | front | front |
| Available Colors | Walnut | Walnut |
| Finish | Genuine walnut veneer | MDF/Wood veneer |
| Video Shield | No | No |
| Grille | Yes | Yes |
| Height | 636.5mm | 472.8mm |
| Width | 389.6mm | 281.0mm |
| Depth | 371.5mm | 315.5mm |
| Weight | 28.60kg | 12.80kg |
| MSRP(pair) | 4800USD | 2900USD |
| Check Current Price | Amazon | Amazon |
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