In this review, we will be comparing 4305P and The Sevens, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from JBL and Klipsch. 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 Klipsch The Sevens first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | JBL 4305P | Klipsch The Sevens |
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| Brand | JBL
United States · founded 1946 | Klipsch
United States · founded 1946 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Built-in amplifier | 300-watt RMS | 200-watt RMS (400-watt peak) |
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| Tweeter | 1" Horn-Loaded | 1" Tractrix Horn |
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| Woofer | 5.25" Pulp | 6.5" Fiber-composite |
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| Frequency response | 45-25k Hz | 39-25k Hz |
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| Max depth / sample rate | 24-bit / 192kHz | 24-bit / 192 kHz |
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| Bluetooth | Built-in 5.1 | Built-in 5.0 |
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| App control | Yes | Yes |
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| Weight | 6.60kg / 14.5lbs | 9.03kg / 19.9lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 13.3125" x 8.3125" x 8-3/4"
336 x 210 x 223 mm | 16.375" x 8.125" x 13.1875"
416.0 x 207.0 x 335.0mm |
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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 4305P and The Sevens are 2-way speakers.
JBL 4305PKlipsch The Sevens
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
JBL 4305P |
Klipsch The Sevens |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
1 x 6.5-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 Sevens features a 1" Titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Fiber-composite Woofer.
Frequency Response
4305P has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz whereas The Sevens has a frequency range of 39-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 39Hz, The Sevens can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 4305P's min frequency of 45Hz.
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
4305P has a front firing port whereas The Sevens has a rear firing ports. JBL 4305P's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Klipsch The Sevens with its rear-firing port.
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 JBL 4305P's and Klipsch The Sevens's external dimensions. JBL 4305P has external dimensions of 336 x 210 x 223 mm (13.3125 x 8.3125 x 8-3/4 inch) whereas Klipsch The Sevens has external dimensions of 416.0 x 207.0 x 335.0mm (16.375inch x 8.125inch x 13.1875inch).
JBL 4305P is 80mm shorter and 112mm less deeper than Klipsch The Sevens but it is also 3mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of JBL 4305P and Klipsch The Sevens in scale.
Comparison image of JBL 4305P and Klipsch The Sevens 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 468.3cm2 / 72.6inch2 and base area of the Klipsch The Sevens is approximately 693.5cm2 / 107.5inch2. The 4305P requires 32% less surface area than The Sevens which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of JBL 4305P and Klipsch The Sevens 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 Klipsch The Sevens weighs 9.03kg / 19.9lbs. This makes The Sevens 37% heavier than the 4305P.
Here is a comparison of how 4305P and The Sevens'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 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
What's in the Box of Klipsch The Sevens?
Here are the items that come with The Sevens:
- Powered speaker (Primary)
- Passive speaker (Secondary)
- 2 Grilles (pre-installed)
- 6.5-feet AC power cord
- 13-feet Proprietary speaker cable
- 6.5-feet Proprietary extension cable
- 58-inch HDMI cable
- 5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable
- Remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- Instruction Booklet
- Need Help? Card
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Height |
336mm
vs
416mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
468cm2
vs
693cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Ethernet Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
High quality streaming over Ethernet |
 USB Port |
USB-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5.25 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
39 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Price per pair* |
1299USD
vs
2200USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Phono Input |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connect your turntable directly |
 HDMI Input |
ARC
vs
No
|
Connect HDMI sources directly |
| General |
JBL 4305P |
Klipsch The Sevens |
| Brand |
JBL |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
45-25k Hz |
39-25k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
300-watt RMS |
200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
400-watt RMS |
| Max Bit Depth |
24-bit |
24-bit |
| Max Sample Rate |
192kHz |
192 kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5.25" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Pulp |
Fiber-composite |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Horn-Loaded |
Tractrix Horn |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1750 Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
336.0mm (13.2") |
416.0mm (16.4") |
| Width |
210.0mm (8.3") |
207.0mm (8.1") |
| Depth |
223.0mm (8.8") |
335.0mm (13.2") |
| Weight |
6.60kg (14.5lbs) |
9.03kg (19.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
3/4-inch MDF with real wood veneer |
MDF with genuine wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Black Walnut |
Black,Walnut |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
3.5mm |
3.5mm |
| USB Port |
USB-B |
USB-B |
| Phone Input |
No |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Output |
mono-RCA |
mono-RCA |
| Digital Input |
Optical |
Optical, HDMI |
| HDMI Input |
No |
ARC |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Port |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5yr drivers/2 yr amp |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
5yr drivers/2 yr amp |
1 Year |
These sit in different price classes - JBL 4305P costs roughly 1.7x what Klipsch The Sevens does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | B | Klipsch The Sevens digs deeper - 39Hz against 45Hz. A subwoofer would even that out. |
| Built-in power | A | JBL 4305P has the bigger amplifier (300W vs 200W RMS). |
| Connections | depends | JBL 4305P adds Wi-Fi and streaming; Klipsch The Sevens adds HDMI and phono. |
| Size | depends | JBL 4305P is easier to place; Klipsch The Sevens is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Expandability | depends | JBL 4305P: a sub output; Klipsch The Sevens: a sub output. JBL 4305P sits in a wider range (8 models), so a matched surround system is easier later. |
| Price | B | Klipsch The Sevens is cheaper - $1,299 against $2,200, about 41% less; arguably a different class. |
A JBL 4305P B Klipsch The Sevens
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?
Neither runs away with it - they trade advantages. Let the "depends" rows and your own room settle it. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 45Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. In a large or open-plan room, Klipsch The Sevens has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, JBL 4305P 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.