In this review, we will be comparing A180 and C 95 II, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from JBL and Jamo.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of JBL Stage A180 and Jamo C 95 II first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
JBL Stage A180 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" HDI (High Definition Imaging) waveguide Tweeter
- 2 x 6.5" Polycellulose Woofer
- 40-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:20-225watts
- Weight:17.29kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1045.0" x 12" x 14-1/2"( 1045.0 x 305.0 x 369.0mm )
Jamo C 95 II Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Tweeter
- 2 x 6" Composite Woofer
- 37-24k Hz Frequency Response
- 89 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:50-165watts
- Weight:19.91kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 982.0" x 9-11/16" x 15-1/16"( 982.0 x 247.0 x 383.0mm )
What size room are the JBL Stage A180 and Jamo C 95 II speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision
factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size
and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
JBL Stage A180 |
Jamo C 95 II |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Average |
Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the JBL Stage A180 and Jamo C 95 II 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 A180 and C 95 II are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
JBL Stage A180 |
Jamo C 95 II |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6-inch
|
A180 features a 1" aluminum HDI (High Definition Imaging) waveguide Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Polycellulose Woofer . On the other hand, the C 95 II features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 6" Composite Woofer .
Frequency Response
A180 has a frequency range of 40-40k Hz whereas C 95 II has a frequency range of 37-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the C 95 II can go slightly deeper then the A180's min frequency of 40Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing 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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
A180 and C 95 II have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. A180 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the C 95 II's is at 89 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the JBL Stage A180 a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo C 95 II, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using
an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the
max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
A180 can handle a max power of 225 watts RMS from the amp the whereas C 95 II has a max power handling value of 165 watts RMS, 60 watts less than the A180.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Both A180 and C 95 II features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Jamo C 95 II's Posts terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
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 Stage A180's and Jamo C 95 II's external dimensions. JBL Stage A180 has external dimensions of 1045.0 x 305.0 x 369.0mm ( 41-1/8 x 12 x 14-1/2inch) whereas Jamo C 95 II has external dimensions of 982.0 x 247.0 x 383.0mm ( 38-5/8 x 9-11/16 x 15-1/16inch) .
Jamo C 95 II is 58mm narrower and 63mm shorter than JBL Stage A180 but it is also 14mm deeper.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of JBL Stage A180 and Jamo C 95 II in scale.
Comparison image of JBL Stage A180 and Jamo C 95 II 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 Stage A180 is approximately 1125.5cm2 / 174.5inch2 and base area of the Jamo C 95 II is approximately 946.0cm2 / 146.6inch2. The A180 requires 19% more surface area than the C 95 II 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 Stage A180 weighs 17.29kg / 38lbs and the Jamo C 95 II weighs 19.91kg / 43.8lbs. This makes the C 95 II 15% heavier than the A180.
Here is a comparison of how A180 and C 95 II's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of JBL Stage A180?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of A180:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outriggers4 Rubber feet4 Spikes8 Screws2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)Owners ManualWarranty Card
What's in the Box of Jamo C 95 II?
Here are the items that come with the C 95 II:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes (pre-installed on outrigger feet)4 Rubber feet8 Machine screws2 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)Hex-keyUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Max Input Power |
225 watts
vs
165 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
90 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 High Frequency Response |
40k Hz
vs
24k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Price per pair* |
800USD
vs
918USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
|
Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
40 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
982mm
vs
1045mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
946cm2
vs
1125cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
JBL Stage A180 |
Jamo Concert 9 Series C 95 II |
| Brand |
JBL |
Jamo |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
20-225 watts |
50-165 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
89 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
40-40k Hz |
37-24k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6" |
| Woofer Composition |
Polycellulose |
Composite |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
HDI (High Definition Imaging) waveguide |
n/a |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1045.0mm (41.1") |
982.0mm (38.7") |
| Width |
305.0mm (12") |
247.0mm (9.7") |
| Depth |
369.0mm (14.5") |
383.0mm (15.1") |
| Weight |
17.29kg (38lbs) |
19.91kg (43.8lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF, Vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |