In this review, we will be comparing S 809 and TSi300, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Jamo and Polk Audio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Jamo S 809 and Polk TSi300 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Jamo S 809 and Polk TSi300 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 Polk TSi300 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 TSi300 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Jamo S 809 |
Polk TSi300 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5-inch
|
2 x 5.25-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 TSi300 features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Organic Fiber Woofer .
Frequency Response
S 809 has a frequency range of 37-26k Hz whereas TSi300 has a frequency range of 47-24k 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 TSi300's min frequency of 47Hz.
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 TSi300 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 90 dB.
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 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas S 809 has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS , 30 watts less than the TSi300.
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
TSi300 features 5-way post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. S 809 has a Post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Jamo S 809's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
S 809 has a front firing port whereas TSi300 has a bottom firing ports. Jamo S 809's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Polk TSi300 with its rear-firing port.
Jamo S 809 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 Polk TSi300'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 Polk TSi300 has external dimensions of 921.0 x 208.0 x 299.0mm ( 36-1/4 x 8-3/16 x 11-3/4inch) .
Jamo S 809 is 17mm narrower and 47mm less deeper than Polk TSi300 but it is also 121mm taller.
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 Polk TSi300 is approximately 621.9cm2 / 96.4inch2. The S 809 requires 23% less surface area than the TSi300 which gives it a small advantage 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 Jamo S 809 weighs 13.60kg / 29.9lbs and the Polk TSi300 weighs 11.82kg / 26lbs. This makes the S 809 15% heavier than the TSi300.
Here is a comparison of how S 809 and TSi300'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 Polk TSi300?
Here are the items that come with the TSi300:
Tower speakerDetachable cloth grille (installed)Owners ManualWall-Mount templateOnline registration sheetPolk Audio product brochure
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
47 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
24k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Optional Jamo S 8 ATM Dolby Atmos upward-firing speakers
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
 Base Surface Area |
481cm2 (191x252mm)
vs
621cm2 (208x299mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Max Input Power |
150 watts
vs
120 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
| Woofer Size |
5.25 inches
vs
5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
921mm
vs
1042mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
358USD
vs
634USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Jamo Studio S 809 |
Polk Audio TSi300 |
| Brand |
Jamo |
Polk Audio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
120 watts |
20-150 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
37-26k Hz |
47-24k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
5" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminized Polyfiber |
Organic Fiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Butyl Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
2000Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
front |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1042.0mm (41") |
921.0mm (36.3") |
| Width |
191.0mm (7.5") |
208.0mm (8.2") |
| Depth |
252.0mm (9.9") |
299.0mm (11.8") |
| Weight |
13.60kg (29.9lbs) |
11.82kg (26lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Walnut |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |