Jamo S 801 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Jamo. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 76-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 85 dB. Jamo S 801 has an MSRP of 174$ per pair but can often be found around 119$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Jamo S 801 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 | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
(* 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.)
Jamo S 801 Lifestyle
Jamo's Studio 8 Series of Loudspeakers
S 801 is a member of Jamo's Studio 8 series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Jamo Studio 8 Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Jamo S 801 Speaker
Jamo S 801 has a Frequency response range of 76-26k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 60 watts. With a minimum frequency of 76 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from S 801 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Jamo S 801, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $300. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how S 801's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Jamo S 801's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
85 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Jamo S 801 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 85 dB, Jamo S 801 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Jamo S 801:
Input Type
S 801 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Jamo S 801 Back View
Jamo S 801 External Dimensions and Weight
Jamo S 801 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 11.2 x 6.1 x 6.4inch (285.0 x 156.0 x 163.0mm ).
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 Jamo S 801 is approximately 254.3cm2 / 39.4inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Jamo S 801, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Jamo S 801 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Jamo S 801 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Jamo S 801 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Jamo S 801 weighs 2.70kg / 5.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how S 801's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $300
Jamo S 801 on a Stand
How does the Jamo S 801 compare to the Jamo S 803?
One of the natural alternative to the Jamo S 801 is the S 803 which is located one step higher in Jamo's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Jamo S 801 and Jamo S 803 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Jamo S 801 vs S 803 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Jamo S 801 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/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
Jamo S 801 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
Jamo S 801 is available in Walnut, Black and White.
Wall Mounting
S 801 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Jamo S 801 come with a Grille?
S 801 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.
Jamo S 801 with Grille
What's in the Box of Jamo S 801?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S 801:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles User Manual Important Safety Instructions Warranty Information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Jamo S 801.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators 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.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Jamo S 801, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Jamo S 801
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Jamo S 801 speaker:
Official Brochure for Jamo S 801
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Jamo S 801 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Jamo S 801
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.