JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW is a 2-way Passive In-wall In-wall speaker by JBL. It features a 1" Horn-Loaded Tweeter and 1 x 8" Polyplas Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 43-20kHz and a sensitivity of 93 dB. JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW has an MSRP of 1300$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW 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 | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
(* 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 Series of Loudspeakers
Studio 6 Architectural 8IW is a member of JBL's Studio series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
JBL Studio Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW Speaker
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW has a Frequency response range of 43-20kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of 10-80 watts. With a minimum frequency of 43 Hz, Studio 6 Architectural 8IW 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.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Studio 6 Architectural 8IW's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW
High Frequency
In-wall Speakers
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Impedance and Sensitivity
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
93 dB.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
93dB of the JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Studio 6 Architectural 8IW 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 Studio 6 Architectural 8IW will be a good choice.
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Input Type
Studio 6 Architectural 8IW features Spring post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW External Dimensions and Weight
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12.5000-inch x 8.7500-inch x 3.6875-inch (318.0 x 223.0 x 94.0mm ).
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 Studio 6 Architectural 8IW is approximately 209.6cm2 / 32.5inch2.
Cabinet type and Materials
JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW has a
In-wall type cabinet.
What's in the Box of JBL Studio 6 Architectural 8IW?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Studio 6 Architectural 8IW:
In-wall loudspeakerGrilleCut-Out TemplateQuick Start Guide
Recommended Accessories
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Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.