In this review, we will be comparing A10 and 4329P, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Buchardt and JBL. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Buchardt A10 and JBL 4329P first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Buchardt A10 | JBL 4329P |
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| Brand | Buchardt
Denmark · founded 2014 | JBL
United States · founded 1946 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Built-in amplifier | 200-watt RMS | 600-watt RMS |
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| Tweeter | 0.74" Dome with waveguide | 1" Horn-Loaded |
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| Woofer | 6.5" paper | 8" cast-frame paper-cone |
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| Frequency response | 28-40k Hz | 28-25 kHz |
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| Max depth / sample rate | 24-bit / 192kHZ | 24-bit / 192kHz |
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| Bluetooth | No | Built-in 5.3 |
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| App control | — | Yes |
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| Weight | 6.80kg / 15lbs | 14.70kg / 32.3lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14.6" x 7" x 9.65"
370 x 180.0 x 245.0mm | 20.3125" x 12.625" x 12.75"
515.5mm x 320mm x 322.4mm |
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The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both A10 and 4329P are 2-way speakers.
Buchardt A10JBL 4329P
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Buchardt A10 |
JBL 4329P |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
0.74-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 8-inch
|
A10 features a 0.74" Aluminum Dome with waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2800Hz. On the other hand, the 4329P features a 1" Teonex Horn-Loaded Tweeter and 1 x 8" cast-frame paper-cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1675 Hz.
Frequency Response
A10 has a frequency range of 28-40k Hz whereas 4329P has a frequency range of 28-25 kHz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both A10 and 4329P have front firing ports. front ported speakers offers more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls&surfaces compared to rear ported speakers.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Buchardt A10's and JBL 4329P's external dimensions. Buchardt A10 has external dimensions of 370 x 180.0 x 245.0mm (14.6 x 7 x 11inch) whereas JBL 4329P has external dimensions of 515.5mm x 320mm x 322.4mm (20.3125inch x 12.625inch x 12.75inch).
JBL 4329P is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 140mm wider, 145mm taller and 77mm deeper than Buchardt A10.
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.
JBL 4329P needs about 134% more floor or shelf area. JBL 4329P is 77mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. JBL 4329P is 145mm taller.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Buchardt A10 is approximately 441.0cm2 / 68.4inch2 and base area of the JBL 4329P is approximately 1030.4cm2 / 159.7inch2. The A10 requires 57% less surface area than the 4329P which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Buchardt A10 weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs and the JBL 4329P weighs 14.70kg / 32.3lbs. This makes the 4329P 116% heavier than the A10.
Here is a comparison of how A10 and 4329P's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of JBL 4329P?
Here are the items that come with the 4329P:
- 2 Powered speakers
- 2 Grilles
- Two 69-inch AC power cords
- 10-feet CAT5e cable
- Remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- 8 Self-adhesive feet
- Owner-feets Manual
- Important Safety Instructions
 High Frequency Response |
40k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
370mm
vs
515mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
441cm2
vs
1030cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3950USD
vs
4500USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 XLR Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via XLR input |
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Handheld Remote |
Yes
vs
No
|
Control the speaker by the included RC |
 App-Based Control |
Apple iOS, Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Ethernet Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
High quality streaming over Ethernet |
 USB Port |
USB-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
 3.5mm Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via 3.5mm AUX input |
 Digital Input |
Optical
vs
No
|
Connect digital inputs directly |
| General |
Buchardt A10 |
JBL 4329P |
| Brand |
Buchardt |
JBL |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
28-40k Hz |
28-25 kHz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
200-watt RMS |
600-watt RMS |
| Max Bit Depth |
24-bit |
24-bit |
| Max Sample Rate |
192kHZ |
192kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
paper |
cast-frame paper-cone |
| Tweeter Size |
0.74" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Dome with waveguide |
Horn-Loaded |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
2800Hz |
1675 Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
370.0mm (14.6") |
515.0mm (20.3") |
| Width |
180.0mm (7.1") |
320.0mm (12.6") |
| Depth |
245.0mm (9.6") |
322.0mm (12.7") |
| Weight |
6.80kg (15lbs) |
14.70kg (32.3lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
Solid wood |
3/4-inch MDF with real wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
Black,White, Walnut, Oak, Ash |
Satin Walnut, Black Walnut |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
XLR |
3.5mm |
| USB Port |
Service Only |
USB-B |
| Phone Input |
No |
No |
| Subwoofer Output |
n/a |
mono-RCA |
| Digital Input |
No |
Optical |
| HDMI Input |
No |
No |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Port |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) |
5yr drivers/2 yr amp |
| Labor Warranty |
10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) |
5yr drivers/2 yr amp |
No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your sources and what you listen to.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | evenly matched | Much the same reach (28Hz vs 28Hz). |
| Built-in power | B | JBL 4329P has the bigger amplifier (600W vs 200W RMS). |
| Connections | B | JBL 4329P adds Bluetooth, streaming and digital inputs. |
| Size | depends | Buchardt A10 is easier to place; JBL 4329P is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Cabinet | depends | Sealed vs Ported. Sealed is tighter and happier near a wall; ported digs lower but wants space behind it. |
| Expandability | B | JBL 4329P: a sub output. JBL 4329P sits in a wider range (8 models), so a matched surround system is easier later. |
| Price | A | Buchardt A10 is cheaper - $3,950 against $4,500, about 12% less. |
A Buchardt A10 B JBL 4329P
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
JBL 4329P leads across most of the measured areas for a fairly modest premium, which makes it the easier pick if the budget stretches. Buchardt A10 is the one to take if it does not. In a large or open-plan room, JBL 4329P has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Buchardt A10 is the easier speaker to get right.
And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.