In this review, we will be comparing 4329P and Genelec G Four, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from JBL and Genelec. 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 4329P and Genelec G Four 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 JBL 4329P and Genelec G Four 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 4329P and Genelec G Four are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
JBL 4329P |
Genelec G Four |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
0.75-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 8-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
4329P features a 1" Teonex Horn-Loaded Tweeter and 1 x 8" cast-frame paper-cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1675 Hz. On the other hand, the Genelec G Four features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3000Hz.
Frequency Response
4329P has a frequency range of 28-25 kHz whereas Genelec G Four has a frequency range of 48-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the 4329P can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Genelec G Four's min frequency of 48Hz.
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
4329P has a front firing port whereas Genelec G Four has a rear firing ports. JBL 4329P's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Genelec G Four with its rear-firing port.
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 4329P's and Genelec G Four's external dimensions. JBL 4329P has external dimensions of 515.5mm x 320mm x 322.4mm ( 20.3125inch x 12.625inch x 12.75inch ) whereas Genelec G Four has external dimensions of 365 x 237 x 223 mm ( 13.8 x 9.3 x 8.8) .
JBL 4329P is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 83mm wider, 150mm taller and 99mm deeper than Genelec G Four.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of JBL 4329P and Genelec G Four in scale.
Comparison image of JBL 4329P and Genelec G Four 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 4329P is approximately 1030.4cm2 / 159.7inch2 and base area of the Genelec G Four is approximately 528.5cm2 / 81.9inch2. The 4329P requires 95% more surface area than the Genelec G Four which gives it a small disadvantage 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 JBL 4329P weighs 14.70kg / 32.3lbs and the Genelec G Four weighs 8.60kg / 18.9lbs. This makes the 4329P 71% heavier than the Genelec G Four.
Here is a comparison of how 4329P and Genelec G Four'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 are included inside the box of 4329P:
2 Powered speakers2 GrillesTwo 69-inch AC power cords10-feet CAT5e cableRemote control2 AAA batteries8 Self-adhesive feetOwner-feets ManualImportant Safety Instructions
What's in the Box of Genelec G Four?
Here are the items that come with the Genelec G Four:
Genelec G Four 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)Iso-Pod Stand5.9-feet Power Cable
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
28 Hz
vs
48 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
25k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 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 |
 Height |
365mm
vs
515mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
528cm2 (237x223mm)
vs
1030cm2 (320x322mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
2300USD
vs
4500USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 RCA Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via RCA input |
 XLR Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via XLR input |
| General |
JBL 4329P |
Genelec G Four |
| Brand |
JBL |
Genelec |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
28-25 kHz |
48-20k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
600-watt RMS |
180-watt RMS |
| Max Bit Depth |
24-bit |
N/A |
| Max Sample Rate |
192kHz |
N/A |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
cast-frame paper-cone |
Cone |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
0.75" |
| Tweeter Type |
Horn-Loaded |
Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1675 Hz |
3000Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
515.0mm (20.3") |
365.0mm (14.4") |
| Width |
320.0mm (12.6") |
237.0mm (9.3") |
| Depth |
322.0mm (12.7") |
223.0mm (8.8") |
| Weight |
14.70kg (32.3lbs) |
8.60kg (18.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
3/4-inch MDF with real wood veneer |
Aluminum |
| Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Black Walnut |
White,Black,Raw(Aluminum) |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
3.5mm |
RCA,XLR |
| USB Port |
USB-B |
No |
| 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 |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5yr drivers/2 yr amp |
5 Years |