JBL L82 Classic Reviews & Tests

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for JBL L82 Classic

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.

Nov, 2024

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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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...