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.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Buchardt A10 and JBL 4329P compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both A10 and 4329P are 2-way speakers.
| 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.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. 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
Size of a speaker can sometimes become 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.
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 speakers2 GrillesTwo 69-inch AC power cords10-feet CAT5e cableRemote control2 AAA batteries8 Self-adhesive feetOwner-feets ManualImportant 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 (180x245mm)
vs
1030cm2 (320x322mm)
|
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 |