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Q Acoustics 3050c vs Jamo C 97 II Comparison

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Q Acoustics 3050c

Passive Floor-standing | 42-30k Hz

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Passive Floor-standing | 32-24k Hz

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Q Acoustics 3050c vs Jamo C 97 II Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 3050c and C 97 II, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Q Acoustics and Jamo.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Q Acoustics 3050c and Jamo C 97 II first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Q Acoustics 3050c Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 0.9" decoupled Tweeter
  • 2 x 5.5" Coated paper Woofer
  • 42-30k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:25-150watts
  • Weight:17.80kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1020.0" x 12.4" x 12.4"( 1020 x 315 x 316 mm )

Jamo C 97 II Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 6" Midrange
  • 3 x 6" Composite Woofer
  • 6" Midrange
  • 32-24k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:50-180watts
  • Weight:24.55kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1070.0" x 9-3/4" x 15-13/16"( 1070.0 x 248.0 x 402.0mm )

What size room are the Q Acoustics 3050c and Jamo C 97 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* Q Acoustics 3050c Jamo C 97 II
Near-field Bad Bad
Small Room Poor Poor
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Good Good
Very Large Room Poor 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 Q Acoustics 3050c and Jamo C 97 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 3050c is a 2-way design whereas the C 97 II is a 3-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 Q Acoustics 3050c Jamo C 97 II
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 0.9-inch 1-inch
Midrange - 1 x 6-inch
Woofer 2 x 5.5-inch 3 x 6-inch

3050c features a 0.9" decoupled Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" Coated paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2400 Hz. On the other hand, the C 97 II features a 1" Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 3 x 6" Composite Woofer .

Frequency Response

3050c has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas C 97 II has a frequency range of 32-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the C 97 II can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 3050c's min frequency of 42Hz.

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

3050c
C 97 II
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Q Acoustics 3050c
Jamo C 97 II
Min
Average
Max

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

3050c and C 97 II have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. 3050c sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the C 97 II's is at 89 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Q Acoustics 3050c a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo C 97 II, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

3050c
C 97 II
Min
Average
Max

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.

3050c can handle a max power of 180 watts RMS from the amp the whereas 3050c has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 30 watts less than the C 97 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

C 97 II features Posts posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. 3050c has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Jamo C 97 II Terminals
Jamo C 97 II's Posts terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both 3050c and C 97 II have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.

If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.

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 Q Acoustics 3050c's and Jamo C 97 II's external dimensions. Q Acoustics 3050c has external dimensions of 1020 x 315 x 316 mm ( 40.2 x 12.4 x 12.4 in) whereas Jamo C 97 II has external dimensions of 1070.0 x 248.0 x 402.0mm ( 42-1/8 x 9-3/4 x 15-13/16inch) .

Q Acoustics 3050c is 50mm shorter and 86mm less deeper than Jamo C 97 II but it is also 67mm wider.

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 Q Acoustics 3050c is approximately 995.4cm2 / 154.3inch2 and base area of the Jamo C 97 II is approximately 997.0cm2 / 154.5inch2. The 3050c requires 0% less surface area than the C 97 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 Q Acoustics 3050c weighs 17.80kg / 39.2lbs and the Jamo C 97 II weighs 24.55kg / 54lbs. This makes the C 97 II 38% heavier than the 3050c.

Here is a comparison of how 3050c and C 97 II's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Q Acoustics 3050c
Jamo C 97 II
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 3050c?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 3050c:
  • 1x 3050c loudspeaker
  • 1x Owners manual
  • 2x Foam bung
  • 4x Spike feet
  • 4x Spike cover
  • 4x M5 screw
  • 2x Rear stabiliser
  • What's in the Box of Jamo C 97 II?

    Here are the items that come with the C 97 II:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 4 Outrigger feet
  • 4 Spikes (pre-installed on outrigger feet)
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • 8 Machine screws
  • 2 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)
  • Hex-key
  • User Manual
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information

  • Reasons to choose Q Acoustics 3050c over Jamo Concert 9 Series C 97 II
    Sensitivity 90 dB vs 89 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    High Frequency Response 30k Hz vs 24k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 1020mm vs 1070mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 995cm2 vs 997cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 1199USD vs 1378USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Jamo Concert 9 Series C 97 II over Q Acoustics 3050c

    Max Input Power 180 watts vs 150 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    Woofer Size 6 inches vs 5.5 inches Larger woofer
    Number of Woofers 3 vs 2 More woofers
    Low Frequency Response 32 Hz vs 42 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
    Q Acoustics 3050c vs Jamo C 97 II Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Q Acoustics 3050c Jamo Concert 9 Series C 97 II
    Brand Q Acoustics Jamo
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
    Power Range 25-150 watts 50-180 watts
    Sensitivity 90 dB 89 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 6 ohms
    Impedance 3.8 ohms n/a
    Frequency Response 42-30k Hz 32-24k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 3
    Woofer Size 5.5" 6"
    Woofer Composition Coated paper Composite
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 0.9" 1"
    Tweeter Type decoupled n/a
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No 6"
    Crossover Frequency 2400 Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 1020.0mm (40.2") 1070.0mm (42.1")
    Width 315.0mm (12.4") 248.0mm (9.8")
    Depth 316.0mm (12.4") 402.0mm (15.8")
    Weight 17.80kg (39.2lbs) 24.55kg (54lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
    Available Colors Walnut, Black, White, Oak Black
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 4 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 4 Years 5 Years

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