JBL 2800 (1989–1992)
A two-way bookshelf speaker with an 8-inch woofer and 0.5-inch titanium tweeter, made for mid-fi home audio setups.
Overview
The JBL 2800 is a two-way bookshelf loudspeaker built from 1989 to 1992. It has an 8-inch high polymer laminate woofer and a 0.5-inch pure titanium tweeter in a ported cabinet. The cabinet came in Santa Rosa Oak (70687) and Black Ash (70687-01). It was designed for stereo use, comes with a grille, and uses crossover network 70559 C. The cabinet is small, but the speaker is rated to handle up to 125 watts, so it works with a range of amplifiers.
Specifications
| Product type | 2-way bookshelf loudspeaker |
| Power rating | 25W |
| Recommended Power Amplifier Range | 10 - 125 watts |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 23kHz |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (1 watt) |
| Tweeter | 0.5" pure titanium |
| Woofer | 8-inch high polymer laminate |
| Weight | ~20 lbs each |
| Cabinet finish | 70687 (Santa Rosa Oak), 70687-01 (Black Ash) |
| Crossover network | 70559 C |
| Features | Port Tube, Grille |
Design
The JBL 2800 is a two-way design with an 8-inch high polymer laminate woofer and a 0.5-inch pure titanium tweeter. A port tube extends the bass response. Crossover network 70559 C handles the handoff between the drivers. The grille is removable, and the cabinet veneer came in Santa Rosa Oak or Black Ash.
Market
Resale prices vary a lot. Examples have sold for $10 at thrift stores, $50 at flea markets, and up to $295 plus delivery online. Units are often found in working condition, sometimes with minor cosmetic wear like small holes in the dust covers or light surface marks.
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