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JBL 4305P vs Buchardt A500 Comparison

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JBL 4305P

Powered Bookshelf | 45-25k Hz

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JBL 4305P vs Buchardt A500 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 4305P and A500, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from JBL and Buchardt. 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 JBL 4305P and Buchardt A500 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

JBL 4305P Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 300-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 1" Horn-Loaded Tweeter
  • 5.25" Pulp Woofer
  • 45-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 192kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 5.1 Bluetooth
  • App Control Feature
  • Weight:6.60kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 336.0" x 8.3125" x 11.3125"( 336mm x 210mm x 223.3mm )

Buchardt A500 Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 450-watt RMS( 1320-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • 0.74" aluminum waveguide Tweeter
  • 6" Midrange
  • 6" paper Woofer
  • 6" Midrange
  • 25-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 192kHZ Max Sample Rate
  • No Bluetooth
  • Weight:9.00kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 365.0" x 7" x 11"( 365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the JBL 4305P and Buchardt A500 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

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that 4305P is a 2-way design whereas the A500 is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver JBL 4305P Buchardt A500
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 0.74-inch
Midrange - 1 x 6-inch
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 6-inch

4305P features a 1" Teonex Horn-Loaded Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Pulp Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1750 Hz. On the other hand, the A500 features a 0.74" fine weave soft fabric textile aluminum waveguide Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 1 x 6" paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 150Hz and 1800Hz.

Frequency Response

4305P has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz whereas A500 has a frequency range of 25-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the A500 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 4305P's min frequency of 45Hz.

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

4305P
A500
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

JBL 4305P
Buchardt A500
Min
Average
Max

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.

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 JBL 4305P's and Buchardt A500's external dimensions. JBL 4305P has external dimensions of 336mm x 210mm x 223.3mm ( 13.3125inch x 8.3125inch x 11.3125inch ) whereas Buchardt A500 has external dimensions of 365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm ( 14.4 x 7 x 11inch) .

JBL 4305P is 29mm shorter and 57mm less deeper than Buchardt A500 but it is also 30mm wider.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of JBL 4305P and Buchardt A500 in scale.

JBL 4305P vs Buchardt A500 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of JBL 4305P and Buchardt A500 Size and External Dimensions

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 JBL 4305P is approximately 468.0cm2 / 72.5inch2 and base area of the Buchardt A500 is approximately 504.0cm2 / 78.1inch2. The 4305P requires 7% less surface area than the A500 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:

JBL 4305P vs Buchardt A500 Size Comparison on a Media Console
Size Comparison image of JBL 4305P and Buchardt A500 on a Media Console
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 JBL 4305P weighs 6.60kg / 14.5lbs and the Buchardt A500 weighs 9.00kg / 19.8lbs. This makes the A500 36% heavier than the 4305P.

Here is a comparison of how 4305P and A500's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
JBL 4305P
Buchardt A500
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Average
Max

What's in the Box of JBL 4305P?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 4305P:
  • 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

  • Reasons to choose JBL 4305P over Buchardt A500
    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
    Height 336mm vs 365mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 468cm2 vs 504cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 2200USD vs 3850USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    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

    Reasons to choose Buchardt A500 over JBL 4305P

    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    Woofer Size 6 inches vs 5.25 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 25 Hz vs 45 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 40k Hz vs 25k Hz Generates higher frequency
    XLR Connection Yes vs No Connection via XLR input
    JBL 4305P vs Buchardt A500 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General JBL 4305P Buchardt A500
    Brand JBL Buchardt
    Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
    Frequency Response 45-25k Hz 25-40k Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) 300-watt RMS 450-watt RMS
    Watts Peak (Max) n/a 1320-watt RMS
    Max Bit Depth 24-bit 24-bit
    Max Sample Rate 192kHz 192kHZ
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5.25" 6"
    Woofer Composition Pulp paper
    Tweeter Size 1" 0.74"
    Tweeter Type Horn-Loaded aluminum waveguide
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No 6"
    Crossover Frequency 1750 Hz 150Hz and 1800Hz
    Firing Direction front n/a
    Suggested Break-in Period n/a 100 hours
    Physical Specs
    Height 336.0mm (13.2") 365.0mm (14.4")
    Width 210.0mm (8.3") 180.0mm (7.1")
    Depth 223.0mm (8.8") 280.0mm (11")
    Weight 6.60kg (14.5lbs) 9.00kg (19.8lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Acoustic Suspension
    Finish 3/4-inch MDF with real wood veneer n/a
    Available Colors Satin Walnut, Black Walnut Black, White, Walnut
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Aux Inputs 3.5mm XLR
    USB Port USB-B Service Only
    Phone Input No No
    Subwoofer Output mono-RCA n/a
    Digital Input Optical No
    HDMI Input No No
    Headphone Jack No No
    Ethernet Port Yes No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5yr drivers/2 yr amp 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)
    Labor Warranty 5yr drivers/2 yr amp 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)

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