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A/B comparison · Speakers

KEF Reference 1 vs JBL L82 Classic

Specs from both manufacturer datasheets Updated May 24, 2024

CH A KEF Reference 1

KEF Reference 1

Channel A · Bookshelf · 2014
VS
CH B JBL L82 Classic

JBL L82 Classic

Channel B · 2020
KEF Reference 1 JBL L82 Classic
20 Hz 100 1k 10k 20k

Rows won, of 11 compared KEF 0 · JBL 1 · tied or not compared 10

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

3-way Configuration 2-way
1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5" Midrange + 1x 6.5" Woofer Drivers 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 8" Mid-woofer
45 Hz to 28 kHz 40 Hz to 35 kHz extended Frequency responseReference not published 44 Hz to 40 kHz 40 Hz to 45 kHz extended
111 dB Max SPL 112 dB +1 dB
Ported (Bass Reflex) Enclosure Ported (Bass Reflex)
38 Hz Port tuning 45 Hz

Power, electrical, physical

85 dB SensitivityReference not published 86 dB
8 Ω Impedance 8 Ω
50 to 300 W Amp range 25 to 150 W
442 mm Height · weight 572 mm · 61.7 lb
5 yr Warranty 5 yr

A higher sensitivity figure means the same loudness from less amplifier power. Values come from each manufacturer datasheet.

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Availability

Where they stand on price

KEF Reference 1
Availability last checked May 24, 2024
JBL L82 Classic
Availability last checked May 24, 2024

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