JBL Studio 680 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by JBL. It features a 1" compression driver with HDI (High Definition Imaging) waveguide Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" PolyPlas Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 38-40k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. JBL Studio 680 has an MSRP of 1198$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the JBL Studio 680 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 Studio Series of Loudspeakers
Studio 680 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 680 Speaker
JBL Studio 680 has a Frequency response range of 38-40k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 38 Hz, Studio 680 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 680, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Studio 680's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the JBL Studio 680's 38Hz:
Impedance and Sensitivity
JBL Studio 680's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
88 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the JBL Studio 680 a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
88dB of the JBL Studio 680 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the JBL Studio 680:
Input Type
Studio 680 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.
JBL Studio 680 Back View
JBL Studio 680 External Dimensions and Weight
JBL Studio 680 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 40-3/4-inch x 8-15/16-inch x 12-1/16-inch (1036.0 x 228.0 x 307.0mm ).
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 680 is approximately 700.0cm2 / 108.5inch2.
WeightThe JBL Studio 680 weighs 22.68kg / 49.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Studio 680's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1500
Cabinet type and Materials
JBL Studio 680 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.
Speaker Feet
JBL Studio 680 comes with
4 Spike feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on. It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
JBL Studio 680 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 Studio 680 is available in Wood and Dark Wood.
Does the JBL Studio 680 come with a Grille?
Studio 680 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.
JBL Studio 680 with Grille
What's in the Box of JBL Studio 680?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Studio 680:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Spike feet4 Washers4 Locking-collars4 Foot pads2 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)Owners ManualWarranty Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the JBL Studio 680.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the JBL Studio 680 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for JBL Studio 680
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.