A/B comparison · Speakers
JBL Studio 290 vs KEF R3
Specs from both manufacturer datasheets Updated May 21, 2024 Scored with 10 + 10 Amazon reviews
JBL Studio 290 vs KEF R3 in brief
- Our scores: JBL Studio 290 8.4/10, KEF R3 8.3/10.
- JBL Studio 290 wins: treble detail (8.2 vs 7), value for money (9.5 vs 7.5).
- KEF R3 wins: bass response (8.8 vs 7.6), midrange clarity (8.5 vs 7.9), design (9 vs 8.5).
- Tied: sound quality (8.7 each).
- Who should buy which: Pick the JBL Studio 290 for treble detail and value for money. Pick the KEF R3 if bass response, midrange clarity and design matter most.
Channel A · Floorstanding (Tower) · 2013
Channel B · Bookshelf · 2018
Rows won, of 11 compared JBL 0 · KEF 0 · tied or not compared 11
Datasheet · Side by side
Spec by spec
Built from both structured spec sheets. The delta chip sits on the winning side; rows with no defensible winner carry no chip.
Sound & drivers
Power, electrical, physical
A higher sensitivity figure means the same loudness from less amplifier power. Values come from each manufacturer datasheet.
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From our reviews
How it scored, paired
6 aspects, two channels
Each aspect is scored 0 to 10 in our reviews, against the rest of the class.
Availability
Where they stand on price
JBL Studio 290
The JBL Studio 290 isn't sold new any more. The closest current model is the JBL Stage 2 280F.
Why this one: Closest current JBL floorstanding tower with dual 8 inch woofers replacing the old Studio line
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