JBL L100 redux

**puroagave** · May 16, 2018, 04:19 PM

Apparently this is old news as the revived L100 was announced at the January CES. I found these images from the recent Munich show and they look cool. When I think of playing back Led Zep II at 'eleven' this is what I want to listen to it on, not some puny little audiophile approved speakers, like the ones I presently own

the price is right too, around $4k and they're supposedly shipping them to dealers right around now. Anyone heard them? (the 'new' ones not the old ones).

**the professor** · May 16, 2018, 04:37 PM

I heard them at CES. They sounded really good. Much better than I remember the old version. Of course I have no clue really with 30+ years in-between listening.

**Mr Peabody** · May 16, 2018, 11:13 PM

Same hear, short listen at the show. They did sound good, I thought they had that JBL sound but better than I remember some of the vintage models sounding. If I heard an original 100 I don't remember.

$4k opens a lot of options though. Revel F206's are less, maybe a Monitor Audio Gold something, Golden Ear etc. All different presentations, if you like the JBL though, then that's the way to go.

**Peter Breuninger** · May 17, 2018, 02:24 PM

Here's a short vid from AXPONA

**jdandy** · August 26, 2018, 03:31 PM

https://www.businesswire.com/news/ho...conic-JBL-L100

**joeinid** · August 26, 2018, 04:43 PM

Thank you Dan, I’m thinking about them.

**CPP** · August 26, 2018, 04:46 PM

I wonder how they will compare to say the 4312SE music wise, rock, jazz, blues, orchestra .. The early L-100's did a awesome job with rock and jazz, not so much with orchestra music

4312SE

44hz - 40khz
crossover 640hz-5khz
90db
6 ohms
Magnesium/aluminum tweeter

L-100 Classic

40hz-40khz
crossover 450hz-3.5khz
90db
4 ohms
1" titanium dome tweeter

**a.wayne** · August 26, 2018, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by puroagave

Apparently this is old news as the revived L100 was announced at the January CES. I found these images from the recent Munich show and they look cool. When I think of playing back Led Zep II at 'eleven' this is what I want to listen to it on, not some puny little audiophile approved speakers, like the ones I presently own

the price is right too, around $4k and they're supposedly shipping them to dealers right around now. Anyone heard them? (the 'new' ones not the old ones).

Nice , Lots of difference from the original thou ....

**still-one** · August 26, 2018, 05:46 PM

Speakers have come al long way from the original L-100's. And yes I owned the originals for a short period.

**joeinid** · August 26, 2018, 06:28 PM

For what the L100’s are, I’m sure they are wonderful. I’m really enjoying my 4312SE 70th anniversary JBLs. Sure my Studio2 and 4367 are better but I still enjoy what I’m hearing.

**CPP** · August 27, 2018, 07:59 AM

Originally Posted by joeinid

For what the L100’s are, I’m sure they are wonderful. I’m really enjoying my 4312SE 70th anniversary JBLs. Sure my Studio2 and 4367 are better but I still enjoy what I’m hearing.

Joe how does your 4312se handle orchestra music,

**CPP** · August 27, 2018, 07:59 AM

Originally Posted by joeinid

For what the L100’s are, I’m sure they are wonderful. I’m really enjoying my 4312SE 70th anniversary JBLs. Sure my Studio2 and 4367 are better but I still enjoy what I’m hearing.

.... had a double post weird.

**joeinid** · August 27, 2018, 08:48 AM

Originally Posted by CPP

Joe how does your 4312se handle orchestra music,

That’s a great question. I’ll have to listen more carefully and form an opinion. I really think these JBLs are not fond of really complex music.

**CPP** · August 27, 2018, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by joeinid

That’s a great question. I’ll have to listen more carefully and form an opinion. I really think these JBLs are not fond of really complex music.

Thank you Joe. I personally don't listen to much orchestra music or say classical, but do enjoy soundtracks (Intersellar, Ennio Morricone for a few examples..

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 12:06 PM

Does anyone know if the new JBL L100 Classic speakers come in mirrored pairs? The original L100's did not.

**nc42acc** · August 27, 2018, 12:22 PM

**joeinid** · August 27, 2018, 02:07 PM

Originally Posted by jdandy

Does anyone know if the new JBL L100 Classic speakers come in mirrored pairs? The original L100's did not.

I can’ find that out anywhere Dan. I'm asking my dealer to find out.

**nc42acc** · August 27, 2018, 02:12 PM

See picture above. Looks to be NON mirrored pairs.

Originally Posted by joeinid

I can’ find that out anywhere Dan. I'm asking my dealer to find out.

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 03:29 PM

Marty.......Thank you for the photo. I did not think the L100 Classic was made in mirrored pairs. That settles it.

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 03:33 PM

Joe.......Here are the differences between your JBL 4312SE speakers and the JBL L100 Classic speakers.

The L100 Classic's dimensions are taller, wider, and deeper (25.5" H x 15.5" W x 13.75" D) than the 4312SE (23 1/2" x 14-1/4" x 12"). The cabinet finish of the L100 Classic is walnut veneer with a choice of three color options for the grill, whereas the 4312SE is black with a black cloth grill.

Both the L100 Classic and the 4312SE use JBL's 12" 1200FE woofer, but the midrange drivers and tweeters are different in each model. The L100 Classic uses the JT025Ti1 1-inch Titanium dome tweeter and the JM125PC 5-inch pure-pulp cone cast frame midrange driver. The JBL 4312SE uses the 054ALMg-1 1-inch Magnesium/Aluminum Alloy dome tweeter and the 105H-1 5-inch Polymer-coated Pure Pulp cone cast frame midrange driver. The JBL L100 Classic is a 4 ohm speaker. The JBL 4312SE is a 6 ohm speaker. The 4312SE speakers are made in mirrored pairs. The JBL L100 Classic speakers are not mirrored pairs. The L100 Classic and the 4312SE are two distinctly different speakers.

**a.wayne** · August 27, 2018, 04:24 PM

Here’s the other difference ..

https://www.ebay.com/i/163212747633?...f6c529fffe4eda

**joeinid** · August 27, 2018, 04:29 PM

Dan,

Thank you so much. I placed an order today for the orange pair L100. Can't wait to hear them.

Originally Posted by jdandy

Joe.......Here are the differences between your JBL 4312SE speakers and the JBL L100 Classic speakers.

The L100 Classic's dimensions are taller, wider, and deeper (25.5" H x 15.5" W x 13.75" D) than the 4312SE (23 1/2" x 14-1/4" x 12"). The cabinet finish of the L100 Classic is walnut veneer with a choice of three color options for the grill, whereas the 4312SE is black with a black cloth grill.

Both the L100 Classic and the 4312SE use JBL's 12" 1200FE woofer, but the midrange drivers and tweeters are different in each model. The L100 Classic uses the JT025Ti1 1-inch Titanium dome tweeter and the JM125PC 5-inch pure-pulp cone cast frame midrange driver. The JBL 4312SE uses the 054ALMg-1 1-inch Magnesium/Aluminum Alloy dome tweeter and the 105H-1 5-inch Polymer-coated Pure Pulp cone cast frame midrange driver. The JBL L100 Classic is a 4 ohm speaker. The JBL 4312SE is a 6 ohm speaker. The 4312SE speakers are made in mirrored pairs. The JBL L100 Classic speakers are not mirrored pairs. The L100 Classic and the 4312SE are two distinctly different speakers.

**a.wayne** · August 27, 2018, 04:41 PM

Get the real one on Ebay Joe , compare , report ...

**joeinid** · August 27, 2018, 04:54 PM

Originally Posted by a.wayne

Get the real one on Ebay Joe , compare , report ...

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 05:12 PM

Originally Posted by a.wayne

Get the real one on Ebay Joe , compare , report ...

a.wayne.......I'll bet those eBay L100's sound like crap with their paper tweeters crush in and foam dampers removed from tweeters. I have seen that damage many times on L100's. I wouldn't give that seller $200 for that pair of speakers.

This is what a clean pair of L100's are suppose to look like.

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by joeinid

Dan,

Thank you so much. I placed an order today for the orange pair L100. Can't wait to hear them.

Joe.......Fantastic. The pair of L100's I bought in 1976 had the orange grills. I liked them. I kept the L100's for about 12 years until I bought the JBL 4312A speakers that I still own and use in my vintage system. I gave my L100's to my brother. He passed away nine years ago but his widow still has them.

Looking forward to your impression of the L100 Classic speakers. Don't forget how much we like photos. How long will you have to wait for delivery?

**joeinid** · August 27, 2018, 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by jdandy

Joe.......Fantastic. The pair of L100's I bought in 1976 had the orange grills. I liked them. I kept the L100's for about 12 years until I bought the JBL 4312A speakers that I still own and use in my vintage system. I gave my L100's to my brother. He passed away nine years ago but his widow still has them.

Looking forward to your impression of the L100 Classic speakers. Don't forget how much we like photos. How long will you have to wait for delivery?

A week from CA plus time to get inline and have them process the order. I'm sure a few weeks could be likely.

**jdandy** · August 27, 2018, 11:46 PM

JBL L100 Classic Owner's Manual

https://www.jblsynthesis.com/tl_file...Classic_OM.pdf

**CPP** · August 28, 2018, 08:18 AM

Originally Posted by joeinid

Dan,

Thank you so much. I placed an order today for the orange pair L100. Can't wait to hear them.

Awesome Joe. looking forward to THE report and the comparison to the 4312se

**joeinid** · August 28, 2018, 08:27 AM

I don’t know WHY I want them, I just do.

**a.wayne** · August 28, 2018, 09:51 AM

Originally Posted by joeinid

I don’t know WHY I want them, I just do.

Which audio component are we talking about ....

**a.wayne** · August 28, 2018, 09:58 AM

Originally Posted by jdandy

a.wayne.......I'll bet those eBay L100's sound like crap with their paper tweeters crush in and foam dampers removed from tweeters. I have seen that damage many times on L100's. I wouldn't give that seller $200 for that pair of speakers.

This is what a clean pair of L100's are suppose to look like.

Yep ,

Mine lasted with me for a couple of yrs , had a black foam grille. First driven by a Sansui integrated, then a Kenwood , only because it had power meters

Regards

**joeinid** · August 28, 2018, 10:32 AM

Originally Posted by a.wayne

Which audio component are we talking about ....

It's called "everything"

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**Peter Breuninger** · August 28, 2018, 04:51 PM

I loved the sound of them at AXPONA.

**joeinid** · August 28, 2018, 05:09 PM

Thank you Peter!

Originally Posted by Peter Breuninger

I loved the sound of them at AXPONA.

**puroagave** · August 28, 2018, 09:39 PM

Originally Posted by joeinid

Dan,

Thank you so much. I placed an order today for the orange pair L100. Can't wait to hear them.

were the stands included or extra?

**joeinid** · August 28, 2018, 09:40 PM

Originally Posted by puroagave

were the stands included or extra?

Stands were about $300 retail extra. I didn't order them, besides those stands are too low for me.

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**puroagave** · November 9, 2018, 11:15 PM

**Mr Peabody** · November 10, 2018, 12:29 AM

That guy in the video is a bit wacky, and I'm not so sure that's the best sales pitch I've ever heard, LOL

Originally Posted by puroagave

**mep** · November 10, 2018, 01:07 AM

Originally Posted by puroagave

Listening test with no sound?

**CPP** · November 10, 2018, 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by mep

Listening test with no sound?

Yep, the rambling man

**jdandy** · November 10, 2018, 12:36 PM

Originally Posted by mep

Listening test with no sound?

Funny. I had the same thought.

**puroagave** · November 10, 2018, 12:53 PM

there's a new pair with stands at 30% off retail (that didn't take long). either the dealer margins are healthy or its a giveaway price--or both. the seller looks legit w/ lots of feedback: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/...-w-stands-new/

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