In this review, we will be comparing S 809 and S 805, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Jamo Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Jamo S 809 and Jamo S 805 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
S 809 and S 805 are members of Jamo's Studio S series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
What size room are the Jamo S 809 and Jamo S 805 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Jamo S 809 and Jamo S 805 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 S 809 and S 805 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Jamo S 809 |
Jamo S 805 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5-inch
|
1 x 5-inch
|
S 809 features a 1" Tweeter and 3 x 5" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz. On the other hand, the S 805 features a 1" Tweeter and 1 x 5" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz.
Frequency Response
S 809 has a frequency range of 37-26k Hz whereas S 805 has a frequency range of 49-26k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the S 809 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the S 805's min frequency of 49Hz.
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
S 809 and S 805 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. S 809 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the S 805's is at 88 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Jamo S 809 a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo S 805, 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.
S 809 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS from the amp the whereas S 805 has a max power handling value of 80 watts RMS, 40 watts less than the S 809.
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
S 809 features Binding post type posts and S 805 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Jamo S 809's Post terminals
Jamo S 805's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both S 809 and S 805 have front firing ports. front ported speakers offers more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls&surfaces compared to rear ported speakers.
Jamo S 809 Port
Jamo S 805 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 Jamo S 809's and Jamo S 805's external dimensions. Jamo S 809 has external dimensions of 1042.0 x 191.0 x 252.0mm ( 41.0 x 7.5 x 9.9inch) whereas Jamo S 805 has external dimensions of 787.0 x 191.0 x 252.0mm ( 31-1/2 x 9-7/8 x 11-1/8inch) .
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Jamo S 809 and Jamo S 805 in scale.
Comparison image of Jamo S 809 and Jamo S 805 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 Jamo S 809 is approximately 481.3cm2 / 74.6inch2 and base area of the Jamo S 805 is approximately 481.3cm2 / 74.6inch2.
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 Jamo S 809 weighs 13.60kg / 29.9lbs and the Jamo S 805 weighs 8.60kg / 18.9lbs. This makes the S 809 58% heavier than the S 805.
Here is a comparison of how S 809 and S 805'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 Jamo S 809?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S 809:
2 Floorstanding loudspeakers2 Grilles8 Mounting feet16 ScrewsUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
What's in the Box of Jamo S 805?
Here are the items that come with the S 805:
2 Floorstanding loudspeakers2 Grilles8 Mounting feet16 ScrewsUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Max Input Power |
120 watts
vs
80 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
90 dB
vs
88 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
1
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
49 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Optional Jamo S 8 ATM Dolby Atmos upward-firing speakers
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
 Height |
787mm
vs
1042mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
344USD
vs
634USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Jamo Studio S 809 |
Jamo Studio S 805 |
| Brand |
Jamo |
Jamo |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing |
| Power Range |
120 watts |
up to 80 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
88 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
37-26k Hz |
49-26k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5" |
5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminized Polyfiber |
Aluminized Polyfiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
2000Hz |
2000Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1042.0mm (41") |
787.0mm (31") |
| Width |
191.0mm (7.5") |
191.0mm (7.5") |
| Depth |
252.0mm (9.9") |
252.0mm (9.9") |
| Weight |
13.60kg (29.9lbs) |
8.60kg (18.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
MDF/Vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Walnut |
Walnut |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |