Comparing the JB 4367 to JBL 4349
In my search for a horn loudspeaker that sounds full bodied, rich and dynamic at listening levels of between 50 and 55 dbs I have 2 speakers that I am looking at:
1. JBL 4367 which is 37 inches high x 22 inches wide x 26 inches deep
2. JBL 4349 which is 29 inches high x 17 inches wide x 12 inches deep
My room size is 18 feet by 11 feet with 8 foot ceilings.
Has anybody heard either of the two and can my room size accommodate the larger size speaker without overpowering the room?
Thank you.
Not at all. The outdoor AC unit typically have a SPL bet. 50 and 60 dBA. It really depends on the background noise level. At my house, the ambient SPL is around 30 dBA during the day and drops to 25 dBA at night. My nominal listening level is approximately 55–60 dBA, with high and low notes slightly boosted following the equal‑loudness contour EQ curve. Just be mindful—protecting your hearing is essential. |
Big speakers in a small room will load the room quicker then small speakers in a small room. Loading the room means sound pressure level. With that said, I like 15'' woofers so the 4367's would be my choice plus a good EQ. As for listening levels both JBL's maintain fidelity at 60dB or 110dB without losing their composure. Mike |
I have a pair of JBL 4349’s in my main room. These speakers will play at whisper quiet levels, though the use of subs may be advised for extended low frequency response at those low levels. However, at 55 dB or less, something like a 4349 or 4367 may be a bit overkill. Would JBL’s 4309 or HDI 1600 cabinets be a better match for what you wish to accomplish? Still horn loaded, but probably much more suited to lower listening levels. Finally, keep in mind that human hearing at quiet levels is rolled off at both low frequencies and high frequencies. Hence the inclusion of loudness contour filters (tone controls) on some equipment that can compensate for our hearing at low levels. |
@acresverde my thoughts exactly. 55 barely above a whisper. |
@acresverde I would agree with that statement. |
because of the wide baffle of the 4367, it has the acoustic of sound related positive of not sending a lot of sound to the rear of the speaker, so it is not gonna overwhelm a room like that. The place I heard them was a bit shorter length wise but a bit deeper with 9-foot ceilings @kjl1065 |
