JBL Studio 290 vs Klipsch RP-500C Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

Information about the brand, model release date.

Manufacturer	JBL	Klipsch
Model	Studio 290	RP-500C
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Release Date	2013	2018
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type	Passive	Passive
Crossover Type	3-Way	2-Way
Enclosure type	Bass Reflex	Sealed
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz]	38 - 22000	60 - 25000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz]	-
Maximum SPL [dB]	-	96
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB]	91	93
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)	8	8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)	-
Recommended Amplifier Power [W]	20-225	75-150
Crossover Frequency [Hz]	-	1500
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz]	-
Driver Units	Tweeter: 25mm (1″) CMMD® Lite high frequency dome Mid/Bass Drivers: Dual 200mm (8″) PolyPlas low-frequency transducers, Single 100mm (4″) PolyPlas midrange transducer	Tweeter: 1” Titanium LTS Vented Tweeter with Hybrid Tractrix Horn Mid/Bass Drivers: 2 x 5.25” Cerametallic Cone Woofers
Connectivity	Wired	Wired
Inputs	Single Wire	Single Wire
Outputs	-
Magnetic Shielding	No	No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor	Floor	Center
Distance from Wall [cm]	15

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length	~10.74 in ~272.8 mm ~27.28 cm	~8 in ~203.2 mm ~20.32 cm
Width	~12.99 in ~329.95 mm ~32.99 cm	~18.6 in ~472.44 mm ~47.24 cm
Height	~47.12 in ~1196.85 mm ~119.68 cm	~7.3 in ~185.42 mm ~18.54 cm
Weight (Single Speaker)	~55.2 lb ~25038.3 g ~25.04 kg	~18 lb ~8164.66 g ~8.16 kg
Shipping Weight	~62 lb ~28122.73 g ~28.12 kg	~22.2 lb ~10069.75 g ~10.07 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors	Black	Ebony Walnut Satin Painted
Accessories	Carpet Spikes x 4 JBL® Studio 290 3-way Dual 8″ Floorstanding Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual	Manual Grille Rubber Feet
Detachable Grilles	No	Yes

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
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