JBL Lancer 99 (Late 1960s–Early 1970s)
A 2-way bass reflex loudspeaker with a 14-inch woofer, made in Los Angeles.
Overview
The JBL Lancer 99, also known as the Athena S99 or Type S99, is a floorstanding loudspeaker produced by JBL in the late 1960s to early 1970s. It's a passive 2-way bass reflex design built in the USA at JBL’s Los Angeles facility. Each speaker houses a 14-inch LE14A woofer, though details about the tweeter remain unverified. While sometimes mistakenly called an active speaker, all available evidence confirms it as a passive system. The cabinet dimensions are 26” H x 16” W x 13” D, and each unit weighs approximately 50 lbs (~23 kg).
Specifications
| Product type | 2-way bass reflex loudspeaker |
| Woofer | 14-inch LE14A |
| Nominal Impedance | 8Ω |
| Crossover Frequency | 2000 Hz |
| Dimensions (each) | 26” H x 16” W x 13” D |
| Weight (each) | ~50 lbs (~23 kg) |
| Manufacturer | JBL, Los Angeles, California, USA |
Design
The Lancer 99 is a 2-way bass reflex loudspeaker constructed with a 14-inch LE14A woofer and a passive crossover set at 2000 Hz. It was manufactured in JBL’s Los Angeles facility, consistent with the company’s US production during that era. The speaker cabinets are large, floorstanding units designed for full-range audio reproduction, though no verified details exist about the tweeter, cabinet materials, or crossover components.
Market
Original MSRP was $249 per speaker. Today, pairs have sold for around $520, though prices vary significantly depending on condition and restoration. Common issues include damaged grills and aging driver components, with some units showing grease-pencil markings on the back of the woofer cone for identification.
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