Jamo S 803 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Jamo. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 57-26k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. Jamo S 803 has an MSRP of 229$ per pair but can often be found around 149$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Jamo S 803 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.)
Jamo S 803 Lifestyle
Jamo's Studio 8 Series of Loudspeakers
S 803 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 803 Speaker
Jamo S 803 has a Frequency response range of 57-26k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 80 watts. With a minimum frequency of 57 Hz, S 803 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Jamo S 803, 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 803'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 803's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
87 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Jamo S 803 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Jamo S 803 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 803:
Input Type
S 803 features Post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Jamo S 803 Back View
Jamo S 803 External Dimensions and Weight
Jamo S 803 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 13.8 x 7.5 x 9.9inch (353.0 x 191.0 x 252.0mm ).
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 803 is approximately 481.3cm2 / 74.6inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Jamo S 803, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Jamo S 803 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Jamo S 803 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 803 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Jamo S 803 weighs 5.40kg / 11.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how S 803's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $300
Jamo S 803 on a Stand
Cabinet type and Materials
Jamo S 803 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 803 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Available colors
Jamo S 803 is available in Walnut, Black and White.
Wall Mounting
S 803 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Jamo S 803 come with a Grille?
S 803 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 803 with Grille
What's in the Box of Jamo S 803?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S 803:
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 803.
- 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 803, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Jamo S 803
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Jamo S 803 speaker:
Official Brochure for Jamo S 803
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Jamo S 803 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Jamo S 803
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.