JBL 4349 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by JBL. It was released in July 2020. It features a 1.5" Compression Driver Tweeter and 1 x 12" Pure Pulp Woofer.
A 12 inch pure-pulp woofer crossed at 1.5 kHz to the patented D2415K dual-diaphragm compression driver on an HDI horn. 91 dB and 8 ohms, V-braced and front-ported, with HF and UHF tone controls in half-decibel steps. Stands 29 inches tall - a bookshelf only by JBL's definition.
The speaker has a frequency range of 32-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. JBL 4349 has an MSRP of 8250$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the JBL 4349 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | 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.)
JBL's Studio Monitor Series of Loudspeakers
4349 is a member of JBL's Studio Monitor series of Passive speakers. The Studio Monitor range are JBL's premium powered monitors, descended from the brand's professional studio speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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JBL Studio Monitor Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the JBL 4349 Speaker
JBL 4349 has a Frequency response range of 32-25k Hz and Power Range of 25-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 32 Hz, 4349 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how 4349's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the JBL 4349?
The crossover frequency of the 4349 is set to 1.5 kHz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
JBL 4349's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so JBL 4349 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the JBL 4349 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes 4349 an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the JBL 4349 will be a good choice. Work out how loud the JBL 4349 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the JBL 4349 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
6.0–95 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
4349 has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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JBL 4349 External Dimensions and Weight
JBL 4349 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 29 x 17-1/2 x 12-1/2inch (737.0 x 445.0 x 318.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of JBL 4349 is approximately 1415.1cm2 / 219.3inch2.
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WeightThe JBL 4349 weighs 37.70kg / 82.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how 4349's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $10,000
Cabinet type and Materials
JBL 4349 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Wall Mounting
4349 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the JBL 4349 come with a Grille?
4349 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the JBL 4349.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the JBL 4349 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for JBL 4349