JBL is reissuing the classic L100 speakers

A new review from the Netherlands.

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Finally done and here it is!!!




Turntable:
Rega Planar 6 with NEO PSU

Cartridge:
Ortofon 2M Bronze MM

Pre Amplifier:
McIntosh MP100

Amplification:
Marantz Black Signature Reference Integrated Amplifier - PM-KIRUBY

Digital Front End:
Onkyo - Audiophile-Grade CD Player ONK-C-7000R

Headphone System:
Sennheiser HD 650

Speaker System:
JBL L100 Classic BLK Grill

Speaker Cables:
Mogami 3104 Deluxe Deep Cryo Treated+Multi-Contact LS4 Banana

Interconnects:
Mogami 2549 Gold Performance RCA Deep Cryo

System Rack:
VTI BL Series Extended Height Audio Rack 4-leg

Music Storage System:
Mid Century Vintage Record Cabinet Custom Maple Handmade for LP
Solid Oak 5 Row Dowel for CD

Other Accessories:
Acme Audio 20amp Silver Plated Cryogenically Treated Audiophile Electric Wall-Outlet

 

Wow! Looks great and I bet it sounds amazing.

 

It does, I have now become a Rega Planar 6 extreme-fanatic.
This baby eliminates crackles and pops, it tracks better than Grandpa's bloodhounds!!!

 

Congrats, YpsiGypsy!

Must take a lot of work to dial everything in.

 

The hard part was picking the components, I have been out of the game for a couple of decades. I posted earlier that I have been searching these forums for the last 2 years and when JBL came out with these new ones that was the final piece of the puzzle.
Operates smooth and easy.

 

I noticed a big change in them once they pass the 200 hour mark. They become much more open sounding with improvements in imaging

 

Re Klipsch Cornwall III (limited Rosewood finish)

This is the comparison I'd like more to read about. I have a vintage MC275 amp* that I'm looking to pair. Narrowed it down (I think, for today) to the Klipsch Rosewood and JBL L100 Classic. Apartment dweller.

* Purchased in these here Classifieds from Russ Gary in 2007.

 

Yes there is a difference in balance also volume and tone but very very slight on all three.
The no grill sound is more centered, with the grills there is a bit more singularity from the speakers. Does that make sense?
Obviously there is a volume difference but with the grills on a bit more mellow but some might say muffled.
Again all these differences are very very slight, I have excellent hearing but my audio palate is still in training.

 

Check out these JBL 4312M-II bookshelf speakers.

 

Cool! I was thinking a small version of the 100 would be neat

 

I've ordered a pair of JBL L100s in Orange and am getting ready to order to stands but I need to make sure they clear my setup height wise. Anyone know how tall the stands are in the front? thanks.

 

Oh man it's to soon I just went on a wild shopping spree

 

Dimensions:

Top Platform
14.00" Wide
12.50" Deep

Bottom Footprint
14.00" Wide
14.00" Deep

Front Height 8"
Tilt 5°

 

I had the pleasure of listening to these big babies at a hi-fi show here in Denmark a few months back. They were hooked up to a Mark Levinson integrated and an Arcam cd player/ DAC and they sounded very powerful and musical. It was a rather short listen but they certainly made an impression.

 

A new review. It’s a little tough to understand the translation, but the results are good.

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From Poland

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cat hair on the foam grill covers

 

I cover mine when I’m not using them. I don’t want them to be scratching posts.

 

So do I. I use top sheets but they are picking up hair from the floor and then I transfer it to the grill.
I also spray anti-cat scratch on the sheets

 

3 Old Speakers That New Audiophiles Want

https://gearpatrol.com/2019/06/30/3-old-speakers-that-new-audiophiles-want/

 

I've got Forte III's on the way! Very excited!

 

Let us know what you think!

 

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