In this review, we will be comparing Kendall and C 95 II, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from KLH and Jamo. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of KLH Kendall and Jamo C 95 II 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 KLH Kendall 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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Kendall is a 3-way design whereas the C 95 II is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
Driver |
KLH Kendall |
Jamo C 95 II |
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
2-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
1 x 5.25-inch |
- |
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6-inch
|
Kendall features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the C 95 II features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 6" Composite Woofer .
Frequency Response
Kendall has a frequency range of 25-23k Hz whereas C 95 II has a frequency range of 37-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Kendall can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the C 95 II's min frequency of 37Hz.
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
Kendall is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the C 95 II which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Kendall sensitivity is rated at 96 dB and the C 95 II's is rated at 89 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the KLH Kendall 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.
Kendall can handle a max power of 165 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Kendall has a max power handling value of watts RMS , 165 watts less than the C 95 II.
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 Kendall and C 95 II features dual binding post speaker terminals for 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 KLH Kendall's and Jamo C 95 II's external dimensions. KLH Kendall has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm ( 40-3/16 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch) 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) .
KLH Kendall is 35mm narrower and 3mm less deeper than Jamo C 95 II but it is also 39mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of KLH Kendall and Jamo C 95 II in scale.
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 KLH Kendall is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2 and base area of the Jamo C 95 II is approximately 946.0cm2 / 146.6inch2. The Kendall requires 15% less surface area than the C 95 II 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 KLH Kendall weighs 22.14kg / 48.7lbs and the Jamo C 95 II weighs 19.91kg / 43.8lbs. This makes the Kendall 11% heavier than the C 95 II.
Here is a comparison of how Kendall 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 KLH Kendall?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Kendall:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrilleFoam port4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet (with nuts)4 Protective discsManual
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
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
Sensitivity |
96 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Low Frequency Response |
25 Hz
vs
37 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Base Surface Area |
805cm2 (212x380mm)
vs
946cm2 (247x383mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
High Frequency Response |
24k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Height |
982mm
vs
1021mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Price per pair* |
918USD
vs
1500USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
General |
KLH Kendall |
Jamo Concert 9 Series C 95 II |
Brand |
KLH |
Jamo |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
up to 250 watts |
50-165 watts |
Sensitivity |
96 dB |
89 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
6 ohms |
Frequency Response |
25-23k Hz |
37-24k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6" |
Woofer Composition |
Woven Kevlar |
Composite |
Woofer Surround Material |
Butyl Rubber |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
5.25" |
No |
Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
1021.0mm (40.2") |
982.0mm (38.7") |
Width |
212.0mm (8.3") |
247.0mm (9.7") |
Depth |
380.0mm (15") |
383.0mm (15.1") |
Weight |
22.14kg (48.7lbs) |
19.91kg (43.8lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
10 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
10 Years |
5 Years |