JBL is continuing to breathe new life into its iconic L100 speakers from the mid-20th century. The first revival occurred approximately five years ago, and the latest iteration was unveiled at the High End Munich 2023 exhibition, maintaining its signature retro appeal. JBL highlights “significant internal updates” that are part of a comprehensive set of enhancements known as the Performance Package. Notably, the 30-cm woofer of the L100 has been designed for improved linearity, resulting in lower distortion levels. Additionally, advancements have been made to the inch titanium tweeter and the 12.5 cm midrange driver. The crossover circuit has also seen enhancements, now allowing for a two-way connection. Furthermore, the speaker cable terminals, which are now coated in “premium gold” for enhanced connectivity, have been made more versatile, according to JBL.
The exterior of the JBL L100 Classic remains unchanged, maintaining its “vintage aesthetic.” This distinctive look is characterized by the use of Quadrex foam-like grilles available in orange, blue, or black, paired with walnut veneer, which has been preserved in its original form.
The JBL L100 Classic MkII is a three-way speaker system equipped with a 12-inch (300 mm) woofer, incorporating enhanced JBL acoustic components that significantly elevate the sound quality of this iconic loudspeaker. Alongside the enhanced performance of the woofer, midrange, and tweeter, the L100 Classic MkII features a revised crossover network that supports bi-wiring and bi-amplification, facilitated by a high-quality terminal cup with dual sets of gold-plated binding posts.
The JBL L100 Classic MkII showcases a beautifully crafted cabinet made of natural satin walnut veneer, complemented by a stylish Quadrex foam grille offered in black, orange, or blue. Inside this appealing design, advanced acoustic technology and high-quality components work together to produce exceptional sound and imaging, guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning music enthusiasts.
Key Features
- Retro design with iconic JBL styling and vintage Quadrex foam grille available in black, orange or blue 12″ (300mm) white pure cellulose cone woofer with die-cast frame and dual spider
- 5″ (130mm) polymer-coated pure cellulose cone midrange 1″ (25mm) titanium dome tweeter coupled to lens and waveguide
- High and midrange attenuators
- Dual sets of gold-plated binding posts with bridged links
- Satin walnut veneer finish
- Optional JS-120/JS-150 floor stands (sold separately) position the speaker at the perfect listening height
JBL L100 Classic MkII Specifications
- Type: 12″ (300mm) three-way bookshelf speaker
- Woofer: 12″ (300mm) Pure Pulp woofer (JW300SW8) with cast frame and dual spider
- Midrange: 5.25″ (130mm) Pure Pulp cone (JM125PC-8) with polymer coating
- Tweeter: 1″ (25mm) titanium dome tweeter (JT025Ti2-4) coupled to an acoustic lens and waveguide
- Recommended amplifier power: 25-200 watts RMS
- Impedance: 4 ohms
- Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 90 dB
- Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 40 kHz (-6 dB)
- Crossover Frequencies: 450 Hz, 3.5 kHz
- Finish: Natural walnut veneer with black, orange or blue Quadrex foam grille.
- Dimensions (with grille): 642.9 mm x 389.9 mm x 365.1 mm
- Controls: Attenuators for adjusting midrange and high frequency levels
- Input connectors: Dual sets of gold-plated binding posts
- Weight of one speaker: 28.6 kg
- Shipping weight of one speaker: 33.1 kg
- Recommended stand height: 7 inches (180 mm)
- Recommended stand: JBL JS-120 or JS-150 (sold separately)
