Jbl l80t vs l100t Which one will win?!I am a long time collector of vinta Mar 5, 2020 · The 4410 uses the same drivers as the L80T, but the 4410 uses a smaller bookshelf cabinet, whereas the L80T uses a larger floor-standing cabinet. The differences between the response curves of the left and right speakers—measured separately, with the microphone on the axis of the left unit and about 30 degrees off the axis of the right speaker May 12, 2013 · JBL L80T Reviewed by High Fidelity Magazine June 1986 05-13-2013, 06:57 PM #2. An excellent loudspeaker!! I got foam rot a couple of years back. These blow away the popular JBL L100. " Next to that statement is a photo of a 4410! Later there is a similar statement as a caption to an L80T photo. If the cabs are water damaged, not sure you should put a lot of time and effort into them unless you find a spare pair of cabinets. I used to sell them and we'd compare all the speakers in that line. I do have a pair of L80t's that I like pretty well. wood grain vinyl. Likely much better than the JBL L80t’s. Large Vintage JBL L100T Floor Speakers 12" 3 way PRE HARMON JBL L80T 3-Way HiFi Apr 4, 2017 · 1980년대 들어 만들어진 l시리즈는 북셀프 l20t 1 종과 플로어스탠딩 l60t, l80t, l100t 등 총 4 종으로 발매되었는데, l100t는 시리즈 최고급기로 3웨이 3스피커 구성의 플로어스탠딩 스피커다. $285. I May 13, 2013 · OK, that's it. Made quite a nice difference in the sound - much more refined and less shrill. Thank you. These JBL's have always been incredible as awesome stereo speakers. Outlining the JBL L Series Loudspeaker Systems. Created Date: 6/12/2002 3:19:26 PM Mar 31, 2023 · JBL L100T3 review of this classic vintage speaker. E. JBL's technical expertise and sonic accuracy makes JBL loudspeakers the choice of audio professionals around the world. Thread starter warsawian; Start date Dec 18, 2020; W. I'm going to put them back together with the stock l80t crossovers. In the shadow of the excellent L100t (own then also). The room response of the JBL L100T was among the flattest and widest we have yet measured from a speaker, within ±6 dB from 20 to 20,000 Hz. GSWarriors New Member. I have modified my l100t and they have a very nice sound now. Sep 2, 2013 · Comparing them to the L100T, it's amazing that they sound so different despite the fact that they share the same 104H-2 mid and 035ti tweeter. Jul 15, 2021 · Given the price the L100T sells for these are a relative bargain. asmneto; Jun 3, 2012 About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright Sep 16, 2017 · JBL made only something like 200-pairs of the 4345, so it's difficult to find original pairs in good condition. Is there any reason why an L100T crossover wouldn't work in the 4412? The L100T and 4412 already have the same crossover frequencies (800hz and 4. Just for transparency my JBL L100t’s are ridiculously good. Feb 10, 2011 · The L80T is a heavy mid-sized beast, coming in at 60lbs (the L80T3 that came later, weighs 16lbs less). Again, I haven’t listen to the 810s but is suspect that they will also sound very good. $275. A PT-800 mated to a PS-1400 is, and I will hear profanities in my direction, better than a 250 Ti. Use Hifi Shark to monitor pricing and global availability Apr 21, 2016 · They are among my least favorite JBLs out of the dozen or so I own currently. Mar 9, 2007 · I'm gonna jump in and vote for the L112, just to help out! I've never heard an L80T but I'll say I think the preference for titanium over the 044s is overrated and the bottom end is better with the 128H. Thread starter GSWarriors; Start date Jan 3, 2006; G. I don't know if that was much of an influence on the price, or the presence of the more sought after L100T, but for some reason they were undervalued for quite some time. Aug 3, 2009 · JBL L80t or L100t ? Thread starter HomerJSimpson; Start date Aug 3, 2009; HomerJSimpson JBL L80T vs Boston A-150 and DCM Timewindow. Like the L100t, this speakers really flat, balanced with a beautiful midrange. Find top brands, exclusive offers, and unbeatable prices on eBay. The crossovers are also different. 25" Midrange; 12" Pulp Woofer; 40-40k Hz Frequency Response; 90 dB Sensitivity; Impedance: 4ohms Mounting & Placement Options: The L100 Classic MK2 may be stand mounted with the optional JBL metal stand (JS-120, sold separately) that angle the speaker upward. At the time these JBL's were the #1 studio monitor speakers in pro recording studios. May 26, 2010 · I bought these in the early 80's from Circuit City. Dec 14, 2019 · The L100T is a very good speaker in its own right but does not enjoy the "vintage" appeal that prior JBL speakers had, nor do they have the appeal that limited numbers of true JBL Studio Monitors have. Now that doesn't make them bad, just underperforming compared to other JBLs, contemporary to the L80T/3 as well as before and after. I actually think the dynamics of the Pro-iii Plus are superior to the L80t. They are cheap enough that I couldn't really lose if I buy them. That includes some systems much smaller and supposedly inferior to the vaunted 10-inch-three-way L80T. Dec 18, 2020 · Diatone DS-35b vs JBL L80T. If you are switching over from Klipsch Heresy's, I don't know what to tell you--they are apples and oranges. " I'm pretty happy to have these nostalgia bombs. As previously, the whole series was a domestic version of JBL’s studio monitors from that era, and included the following models: L20T, L60T, L80T and L100T. I originally only played them for a minute after the refoam and just figured that they would need the upgrade because man the t3 crossovers really make a big difference in sound quality to me in my l100t. The L80s were the right size and the right balance. I think one woofer has been refoamed. JBL L100T vs Pioneer HPM-1100. BMWCCA. The JBL’s didn’t fare well in that match up. I have the complete set (L20T, L60T, L80T, L100T), and prefer the L20Ts for their combination of small size, amazing bass, and full accurate sound. They even compared pretty well, to the three-times-as-expensive B&W 802 Series 80s that we sold at the same time (IMHO, the best of the B&W 800-series speakers,, of all time)- very similar tonal balance. Absolutely no need for a subwoofer. The L80s were the best, IMO. Originally I got the L80T's that sounded so good I reboxed them,returned them, and upgraded to the 100's. Oct 22, 2013 Nov 29, 2023 · But it wasn't the tweeter irritation of the L80t tweeter that left me non-plussed. Thought I would tap into this group for opinions I’m interested in purchasing a set of vintage JBL floor standing speakers. The midrange coherency was quite a bit better in the L80T/T3 than the L100T/T3. Chicago JBL SR4725 Professional Two-Way Speakers. 4 sub. It will go head to head with the New Large Advent. R; Startdato 30. So to me the local L80T is a viable, cost effective, option which the L5, L7, or L100T are not at this time. I´ve got a pair of jbl l100t for $160 bucks in a flea market in mexico. View Profile The last pair of L100T speakers I got had one of those. l100t는 1인치 티타늄돔 트위터에 하이폴리머 콘 중역과 저역 우퍼를 장착했다. Jan 3, 2006 #1 Hi all, after selling some stuff on craigslist, ive JBL L80T 3-Way HiFi Stereo Speakers 3 LOT 1980 ALTEC LANSING model 8 vintage stereo floor speakers vs JBL. I used a Luxman L-430 integrated w/the KG4's. The JBL L100T is a floor-standing speaker system in a handsome oiled-walnut cabinet. 155 votes, 19 comments. #vintage #jbl #audiophile Sep 15, 2004 · You sure have a wealth of JBL info which is staggering. Oct 22, 2013 · I have JBL L100T connected to Mcintosh MC225 (tube power - 25wx2). If you like 'em and can afford 'em, they are worth the asking price. It has a 12-inch woofer, a 5-inch cone midrange driver, and a 1-inch dome tweeter. Mar 30, 2012 · My understanding was that the L80T was considered one of the best of the JBL consumer speakers of that period and some even prefer them to the L100T. Every speaker in the L Series, L100T, L80T, L60T and L20T, has a direct twin in the JBL studio monitor line. Dec 12, 2013 · I've had pretty much all the Boston A series except for the 200's as well as JBL L100T's, 20T's and JBL 4408's which are the studio version of the 60T I haven't had the 96 or 112 so cant speak of them 🛒 JBL L100: https://bit. I read Duaneage post for winding more turns on mids and woofer coils and have been playing with my soldering iron . Must see and hear. You could send him a PM and ask him what he'd charge to modify your L80T crossovers to the newer L80T3 specs. That said… They flat out will rock the house down! And do it well! I have a wonderful set of Klipsch Forte’ series 1 on my second floor and Feb 22, 2011 · Out of all the LxxT JBL line from that period. Absolutely stunning condition. L100T. The 10” woofer has a very credible low end. 2214H woofers have blown their foam, but nearly everything else looks quite nice! JBL L100 Classic MKII Key Specs. $425. Better sounding by far. I used a pair of Infinity SM115's while waiting to get my L100T's fixed. Jun 14, 2009 · I think they are the best bookshelf speakers JBL ever made. Nov 21, 2012 · Ive owned the L80T for some time now. 2012 30. Explore a wide range of our Jbl L100t selection. I drove 120 miles round trip to pick them up for $200, and that's a pretty good price. Cabinets, drivers, and crossovers are far superior. Sit a pair of L80Ts and 120Tis side by side, and it's amazing how ALIKE they sound. and 2 pairs of L80T). Jan 28, 2020 · The L80T are not highly rated speakers - not like the L20T or L100T speakers. The recessed binding-post terminals on the rear are spaced on 3/4-inch centers to accept dual banana-plug connectors. I really believe this speaker is sort of a “sleeper”. Jan 4, 2006 · JBL L100 vs. I’ve mated my pair with a Harmon Citation 7. I paid Lansing member Duaneage to upgrade my L100T crossovers to L100T3 specs. I never gave them time to "break-in" as we didn't know about such things back then:) I sold the JBL's in a week via local newspaper classified ad & eventually bought Klipsch Choruses. These days JBL is mostly China coast with the better stuff being Mexico coast, but that's a rant for a different thread. They sound like a completely different world than my sonos speakers. The woofer port opens to the rear of the cabinet. Gordon has said they would be his third pick behind the L250ti and L120ti. May 15, 2023 · The only difference is the much larger speaker box in the 1230s. One little hint - if you like the L100 Classic's sound but balk at the $4K asking price (I did!) check out the 4312G Control Monitor. I own a pair of L200t3 speakers and am considering another pair, but looking for either L80t or t3, or L100t or t3, or even the mammoth 240ti. Vandersteen Model 2 vs. . If you are looking for a vintage setup or just a pair of rocking loudspeakers these are great value for 1k. The JBL 4800 is a LESSER model, the crossovers, drivers and cabinet are of lower quality than my comparable L80T so the comparison is not warranted. Better network with the later T3. 2012 Mar 19, 2014 · I owned KG4's back then & decided to "upgrade" to JBL L100T's & it was a huge step backwards. DaWoofer Super Member. 2M subscribers in the audiophile community. JBL L80T 3-Way HiFi Stereo Speakers. Following the success of JBL’s L Series from 1970s, JBL decided to release another L Series in the mid-80s. JBL 104H-2 Midrange L80T / L100T And Many Other Used JBL L80T Loudspeakers for sale on 400+ second hand hifi sites & shops. Mar 14, 2023 · As for the L100T, as mentioned I love them but the two pair available right now in Canada are $1000 CDN a pair with an 8 hour one way drive, or $600 CDN a pair (non-JBL woofer replacement) with a 3 day drive or equivalent shipping charges. Chicago Large Vintage JBL L100T Floor Speakers 12" 3 way PRE HARMON. One thing I see is the marketing exercise the L100T brochures comment on, that they are direct equivalents of a model of JBL Studio Monitor. The L100t's and L80t's I've owned both looked like they were finished in. The 4412 uses the same mid and tweeter as the L100T, but different woofers, different crossover, and also bookshelf vs floor-standing cabinets. Nov 19, 2005 · his sales text " This auction is for a pair of JBL L36 Decade speakers. 5khz). Less than that, you are getting a bargain. Thread starter ymarko; Start date Jul 6, 2013; ymarko Super Member. My 1230s punch super deep. All of these models seem to have much of the low bass authority of the L100T, while still having the speed in the mids of the Century, but with smoother response than either of the '100 models, IMHO Regards, Gordon. LONG GROVE JBL Norridge speakers with G Cinema Sep 15, 2016 · I own JBL 4312C Control Monitors, L100's, 4410's and S38's. 10. As a result, they're pricey to ship anywhere. Apr 14, 2013 · I did a not so scientific face off at some point (B&W 801 vs. Those Infinity's were junk compared to the L100T's! The JBL service center I went to in El Paso, TX gave me the runaround and never could even figure out what kit to get to repair my woofers! The catalog in question says: "Every speaker in the "L" series—L100T, L80T, L60T, and L20T—has a direct twin in the JBL studio monitor line. • audio·phile: a person with love for, affinity towards or obsession with… Nov 29, 2023 · We sold probably twice as many L80T/T3 models as L100T/T3. Only a few serial numbers apart. for lack of a better description, also their sound seemed very "muddy" to me without much definition, some argued I didn't drive them with enough power, Marantz 2252, but I let the 80's and the 100's move along pretty quickly May 1, 2009 · Already started the thread elsewhere - pair of L100T speakers in very nice shape, veneer is dry, but nearly perfect (minor chip on the back corner). Jan 31, 2017 · The L100 was definitely west coast, but JBL went east coast a long time ago - the L100T is east coast and better in every way imaginable than the L100. Dec 18, 2020 #1 I also always thought the JBL L80T was better balanced than the L100T. Jul 6, 2013 · Jbl l80t / l80t3 / l100t / l100t3. May 27, 2010 · JBL's like the L100T's need at least 125 wpc to really shine IMO. ly/3bPYrBt, https://bit. Large Vintage JBL L100T Floor Speakers 12" 3 Mar 2, 2017 · JBL strangely did this with some of their otherwise best consumer speakers - Look at the Performance Series for example. These are incredible reproducers! I have owned many different models of JBL including the L100, 4311 (same thing) 4312, and L80T. Oct 30, 2012 · Høyttalere JBL L80T vs JBL L36, JBL L50, JBL L100. Now, the JBLs are tilted toward the bright side of things, so make sure you're prepared or like that. Cabinets, drivers, grills all in excellent condition. I finally found my mint pair of L100T and happily paid $500 Cdn for them Large Vintage JBL L100T Floor Speakers 12" 3 way PRE HARMON. 3 LOT 1980 ALTEC LANSING model 8 vintage stereo floor speakers vs JBL. The 12" in the L100T is probably twice that weight! No LOWS? They have real bass weight to 40 hz, no problem and don't really start to roll of until 35 hz. 89grand; Mar 30, 2012 Aug 27, 2004 · FWIW, my personal favorite JBLs are a "compromise" between the sound of the Century and the L100T the L112, 120Ti and L80T. The L100T was too bloated with that big woofer. warsawian New Member. The 10" woofers are less fussy with placement and will provide a taut controlled bass with plenty of slam even in a small room. Vintage JBL 100T Speakers - Near Mint Condition. The overall dynamics of the 10-inch three-way were substantially below the involvement in the music created by nearly every other 10-inch 3-way from JBL I've owned or tried. "The JBL L80T are the consumer version of a JBL studio monitor (4410?), right down to the drivers. Jul 7, 2021 · No different than considering the purchase of ANY speaker system. Different enclosure size and the TiA tweeter vs: Ti. These have the same tweeters and similar mids as most of these but the difference is the depth of the cabinet and the tremendous 125A woofer! Mar 27, 2023 · Having said that, I will still install the OEM JBL T3 crossover into one of my L80T speakers to do a comparison of the OEM JBL crossovers and then replace the electrolytic caps on one crossover and do another comparison. Trådstarter J. Mar 11, 2013 · Give me the 166's any day, the cabinetry and finish is far superior. The 120Ti has a little tighter bass and the L80T goes a tad lower other than that, you can throw a very small blanket over them, they're that alike. $950. L26, L112, L96, L150A, L80T, L1, L3, L5, L7, 250Ti Aug 23, 2009 · I have a pair of L100T speakers. If not using the optional stands with built-in angle, then JBL recommends you to position each speaker so that its tweeter is approximately at ear level. And remember, I've never listened to an L80T so my opinion is obviously more important than everyone else here. ly/3xsWsuH SHOP JBL L100 CLASSIC SPEAKERS SPEAKER INFO Model History. and, IIRC, the 4412 both pre- and post-dated the L100T (4412 was made from like circa 1984 until well into the 1990s as the revised 4412A, while the L100T was made circa 85-87, and the L100T3 88 to 89 or so), it used the exact same components as the L100T(3) but in a smaller cabinet. Not to knock Klipsch in any way, but the Heresy was not PWK's finest effort--I prefer the "three sisters"--Quartet, Chorus and Forte. They have a real following, but a nice pair can still be had for around $200-$250. ly/3tNNZlQ 🛒 JBL L100 75th Anniversary Edition: https://bit. Also noticed the T3 recommends 300 Watts and the T recommends 150 Watts? Thank you, Jack Nov 5, 2012 · Long time ago since my last post Since then I have been learning. 3-way Design; 1" Dome Tweeter; 5. JBL L100t) last year. dsawn hpwlqi hxiee vwj vbcjqo mqvs dokzmee pwig crvok ngv