JBL CF120 (1995)
A floor-standing, 3-way bass reflex speaker system from JBL’s CF series, released in 1995 with high efficiency and an open sound character.
Overview
The JBL CF120 is a floor-type speaker system from JBL's CF series, introduced in 1995. Designed for high efficiency and an open, natural sound, it uses a 3-way configuration with dedicated drivers for low, mid, and high frequencies. The system features a rear bass reflex enclosure, contributing to extended low-frequency response, and is built to handle substantial power with a continuous program rating of 250W. It was offered at ¥35,000 per unit at launch, with the price rising to ¥40,000 by around 1998.
Specifications
| Model Rating Method | 3-Way, 3-Speaker, Bass Reflex System, Floor Type |
| Unit For low band | 30 cm cone type |
| For Medium Range | 11.5 cm Cone Type |
| For high-pass | 1.4 cm dome type |
| Frequency band | 36 Hz to 20 kHz -6dB |
| Impedance | 8 Ω |
| Output sound pressure level | 96dB/W/m |
| Allowable input | 250W (continuous program) |
| Crossover frequency | 800 Hz, 7 kHz |
| External dimensions | Width 420x Height 800x Depth 381 mm |
| Weight | 22.7kg |
Design
The CF120 uses a titanium-laminated diaphragm in the tweeter to combine the clarity of titanium with the natural sound of a soft dome. The 30 cm woofer employs a fiber-cone diaphragm based on pulp, while the 11.5 cm midrange uses a fixed-edge paper cone, engineered for smooth integration with both the woofer and tweeter. The enclosure features a rear bass reflex system, and the speaker is equipped with a binding post-type terminal compatible with banana plugs for use with thick cables. A built-in protection fuse guards against damage from excessive input.
Context
This CF series floor-type speaker system was designed to deliver high efficiency and an open, dynamic sound signature, making it suitable for listeners seeking both impact and clarity in a floorstanding format.
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