JBL Stage 260F is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by JBL. It was released in 2023. It features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Polycellulose Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. JBL Stage 260F has an MSRP of 999$ per pair but can often be found around 998$ per pair.
Stage 260F also gives the user optional Dolby Atmos capability by equipping the unit with upward-firing Dolby Atmos drivers.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the JBL Stage 260F 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* 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 Stage 2 Series of Loudspeakers
Stage 260F is a member of JBL's Stage 2 series of Passive speakers. Stage 2 is the latest generation of JBL's affordable Stage line, with updated drivers and styling. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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JBL Stage 2 Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the JBL Stage 260F Speaker
JBL Stage 260F has a Frequency response range of 45-25k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 20-225 watts. With a minimum frequency of 45 Hz, Stage 260F delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how Stage 260F's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the JBL Stage 260F?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the JBL Stage 260F's 45Hz:
Impedance and Sensitivity
JBL Stage 260F's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
90 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the JBL Stage 260F a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
90dB of the JBL Stage 260F is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the JBL Stage 260F plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the JBL Stage 260F need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
10–160 W
per channel into 6 ohms.
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Input Type
Stage 260F features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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JBL Stage 260F External Dimensions and Weight
JBL Stage 260F has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 40-13/16inch x 12-1/4inch x 14-5/16inch (1037.0 x 312.0 x 364.0mm ).
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 Stage 260F is approximately 1135.7cm2 / 176.0inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of JBL Stage 260F, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
JBL Stage 260F Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the JBL Stage 260F virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
JBL Stage 260F Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe JBL Stage 260F weighs 19.55kg / 43lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Stage 260F's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1000
How does the JBL Stage 260F compare to the JBL Stage 280F?
One of the natural alternative to the JBL Stage 260F is the Stage 280F which is located one step higher in JBL's Passive Floor-standing selection.
Check the Detailed Comparison of JBL Stage 260F vs Stage 280F for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
JBL Stage 260F has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl finish. 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.
Port Position
JBL Stage 260F is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
JBL Stage 260F is available in Espresso and Latte.
Does the JBL Stage 260F come with a Grille?
Stage 260F 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.
What's in the Box of JBL Stage 260F?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Stage 260F:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker Grille Plinth 4 Spikes 4 Screws Hex-key Quick Start Guide Important Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the JBL Stage 260F.
Warranty
5 years of parts warranty and 5 years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.