JBL - 4312G Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)

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06-03-2021 at 08:59 PM #2

These are actually pro studio monitor speakers, not a "bookshelf" speaker. It's a reboot of the classic JBL 4300 series from the '70s and '80s.

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06-03-2021 at 09:11 PM #3

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These are actually pro studio monitor speakers, not a "bookshelf" speaker. It's a reboot of the classic JBL 4300 series from the '70s and '80s.

I think "bookshelf" and "pro studio" would be misnomers for both the L100 and the 4312G. They're large and don't belong on a bookshelf. And there's nothing preventing someone for buying these for home use.

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06-03-2021 at 10:00 PM #4

My father in law had the classic versions of these. If I had 2k to buy a pair of speakers, I would definitely consider these

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06-04-2021 at 04:15 AM #5

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I think "bookshelf" and "pro studio" would be misnomers for both the L100 and the 4312G. They're large and don't belong on a bookshelf. And there's nothing preventing someone for buying these for home use.

You're right, there is no reason these could not be used at home, but most studio monitors have a different frequency balance compared to consumer models, which I believe was the point he was trying to make.

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06-04-2021 at 06:04 AM #6

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You're right, there is no reason these could not be used at home, but most studio monitors have a different frequency balance compared to consumer models, which I believe was the point he was trying to make.

I understand. I don't believe these are voiced to be razor flat like Genelec or Neumann by any means based on this review: https://hometheaterhifi.com/revie...er-review/

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06-04-2021 at 06:14 AM #7

If only... nice deal OP.

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06-04-2021 at 06:38 PM #8

12" sub in a bookshelf speaker? Requires a Shaquille o Neal bookshelf.

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06-04-2021 at 06:51 PM #9

Lots of interesting stuff on that site... look at the prices of the JBL HDI lineup... ooof.

Spiritual successor to the studio line that gets posted so much. Nicer/more conventional styling.

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06-05-2021 at 10:08 AM #10

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Lots of interesting stuff on that site... look at the prices of the JBL HDI lineup... ooof.

Spiritual successor to the studio line that gets posted so much. Nicer/more conventional styling.

Brick and mortar is the way to go for the HDI speakers. You'll definitely get 10% off minimum especially when purchased as a package with an amp.

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