At a glance
JBL Studio 290 in 5 facts
- Type: Floorstanding (tower) speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 38 Hz to 22 kHz
- Sensitivity: 91 dB
- Impedance: 8 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 8.4/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
The JBL Studio 290 Floorstanding Speakers delivers impressive performance, considering its reasonable price. The classic 'JBL Sound', bi-amp wiring, aesthetic appeal, and instrumental detailing make these speakers a great choice for music enthusiasts. However, it falls a little short when dealing with certain instruments and vocals, and its large size and scratch-prone glossy tops may be a turn off for some. Overall, it's a great blend of price, performance, and aesthetics. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Drivers
- 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 8" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 38 Hz to 22 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 91 dB
- Impedance
- 8 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 20 to 225 W
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Floor
- Height
- 47.1 in 1197 mm
- Width
- 13 in 330 mm
- Depth
- 10.7 in 273 mm
- Weight
- 55.2 lb 25 kg
- Colors
- Black
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
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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