JBL L82 Classic Compact 8-Inch, 2-Way Bookshelf Loudspeaker
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JBL L82 Classic Compact 8-Inch, 2-Way Bookshelf Loudspeaker
Overview
A lot of bookshelf speakers are designed to disappear into a room. The JBL L82 Classic isn't one of them, and it doesn't sound like it's hiding, either.
The L82 Classic is a 2-way bookshelf loudspeaker built around an 8-inch white pure pulp cone woofer and a 1-inch titanium dome tweeter, housed in a genuine walnut veneer cabinet with a removable Quadrex foam grille. Frequency response runs from 44 Hz to 40 kHz, with 88dB sensitivity that makes it an easy match for a wide range of stereo amplifiers.
A front-panel high-frequency level control lets you dial in the tweeter output to match your room, and the cabinet pairs with amplifiers rated between 25 and 150 WRMS into 8 ohms. It's the compact sibling to JBL's larger L100 Classic, sharing the same retro-inspired design in a footprint suited to a bookshelf or a pair of stands.
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This is an in-store item, and that's worth taking advantage of: the front-panel HF control means the L82 Classic can be tuned to your room on the spot, which is hard to appreciate from a spec sheet alone. Come in and audition it against an amplifier in the 25-150 WRMS range to hear how it responds before deciding.
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Why the JBL L82 Classic Stands Out
Genuine Walnut Veneer Cabinet
The cabinet is finished in genuine walnut satin wood veneer, giving it the look of JBL's original L-series speakers from the 1970s.
Removable Quadrex Foam Grille
The iconic Quadrex foam grille pops off to show the drivers or stays on for the classic JBL look.
White Pure Pulp Cone Woofer
The 8-inch pure pulp cone woofer is tuned for accurate, controlled bass without needing a separate subwoofer in most rooms.
Titanium Dome Tweeter
A 1-inch titanium dome tweeter delivers detailed, extended highs up to 40 kHz.
Front-Panel HF Level Control
A control on the front panel lets you adjust the tweeter's output to compensate for a bright or absorptive room.
Five-Way Gold-Plated Binding Posts
A single set of five-way gold-plated binding posts accepts bare wire, spade, or banana connectors for a secure amplifier connection.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- Retro-Style Audiophiles: The walnut veneer cabinet and Quadrex grille bring genuine 1970s JBL styling into a modern speaker.
- Two-Channel Stereo Listeners: An 8-ohm, 88dB-sensitive design that's straightforward to pair with a wide range of stereo amplifiers.
- Bookshelf and Stand-Mount Setups: A compact cabinet suited to a bookshelf, credenza, or a dedicated pair of stands.
How It Compares
The L82 Classic is the compact sibling to JBL's L100 Classic, sharing the same retro-inspired design and Quadrex grille in a smaller footprint that suits bookshelves or smaller rooms better than the larger L100.
JBL L82 Classic Compact 8-Inch, 2-Way Bookshelf Loudspeaker Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | JBL |
| Model | JBL L82 Classic |
| Type | 2-Way Bookshelf Loudspeaker |
| Series | JBL Classic Series (compact sibling to the L100 Classic) |
| Audio | |
| Speaker Configuration | 2-Way |
| Low Frequency Driver | 8" (200mm) Pure Pulp cone woofer, white (JW200PW-6) |
| High Frequency Driver | 1" (25mm) Titanium dome tweeter (JT025TI1-4) |
| Frequency Response | 44 Hz – 40 kHz (-6 dB) |
| Sensitivity | 88 dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohm |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 25 – 150 WRMS |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.7 kHz |
| Enclosure Type | Front-ported bookshelf |
| Connectivity | |
| Input Type | Five-way gold-plated binding posts (single set) |
| Bi-Amp/Bi-Wire Capable | No |
| Controls | Front-panel HF level control |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions with Grille (H x W x D) | 18.61" x 11.06" x 12.42" (472.8 x 281 x 315.5 mm) |
| Product Weight | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 64 lb (29 kg) |
| Enclosure Finish | Genuine walnut veneer |
| Grille | Removable Quadrex foam grille, black (as sold) |
| In the Box | |
| Included | JBL L82 Classic loudspeaker, Quadrex foam grille, owner's manual |