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JBL L82 Classic

JBL L82 Classic

17 reviews

May, 2024

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price (2)
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soundstage (1)
size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 17 reviews of JBL L82 Classic. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the soundstage and size are generally positive. The price and design also get good feedback.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the JBL L82 Classic is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 user reviews of JBL L82 Classic from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Tony Leotta (audioholics.com)

JBL L82 Classic Bookshelf Loudspeaker Brings Retro Back In Smaller Form

JBL released information on their new L82 Classic Bookshelf speaker at CES 2020 Las Vegas. The 2-way design features a smaller 8" driver but the same 1" tweeter as their acclaimed L100. Read on.

Jan, 2020

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (techhive.com)

JBL L82 Classic review: This retro ride will knock your socks off with its amazing sound

Exceptional dynamics, authoritative bass, a huge sound stage, and uncanny musicality headline the sonic strengths of this outstanding monitor.

Outstanding dynamics and musicality worth of the asking price ; Expansive, detailed, and layered soundstage ; Bass performance beyond its dimensions ; Premium build quality, materials, and finish

HF dial lacks numerical markings or even tick marks ; Playing with grilles on impacts HF performance

The JBL L82 Classic deliver a nostalgic, retro design with all the trappings of a state-of-the-art, modern speaker. These monitor speakers throw a huge, deep soundstage with bass performance well beyond their size. For $2,500 you get a dynamic, musical...

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Expert review by : Lasse Svendsen (lbtechreviews.com)

Review: JBL L82 Classic | Let The Good Times Roll JBL L82 Classic

The compact JBL L82 Classic offers so much fun for the money, that we call them the best in class.

Powerful bold bass for such a small speaker, powerful dynamic contrast and wonderful retro look. Lots of speaker for the money.

Detail freaks get more of it elsewhere.

Nov, 2020

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

JBL L82 Classic review

Tempting speakers, but they're no all-rounders

Full-bodied presentation ; Capable of loud volume ; Good bass depth

Not for all kinds of music ; Lack sonic subtlety ; Optional stands not the best

If the L82 Classics align with your tastes then dive right in, but these are no all-rounders

Aug, 2020

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Expert review by : Hi-Fi Choice (hifichoice.co.uk)

JBL L82 Classic

Retro is enjoying something of a revival, and not just with hi-fi. The so-called restomod trend is furnishing car enthusiasts with modern updates of beloved classics such as the E-type Jaguar, early air-cooled Porsche 911s and even The Saint's (Roger...

Dec, 2023

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