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JBL L36 loudspeakers
West Coast rock sound comes to town
We present you a very nice pair of JBL L36 A (A for the Alnico magnet fitted to the woofer). Equipped with a LE25-4 tweeter, and black grille pegs, we have probably here a later production model, probably around 1977.
If you are just discovering vintage hi-fi, you just need to know their reputation is truly deserved, the sound is fabulous and brings the most satisfaction on pop, rock, funk, metal and all dynamic music of the seventies/eighties.
These JBL are very sought after but second hand market present most of the time tired examples. Consider them as an investment if you buy from reliable source. You won't be disappointed.
This pair is finished in walnut. All components are original. The veneer is also in very good condition on all sides. Back panels had a black matte paint job and gold plated banana jacks fitted.
All components are controlled and restored: woofers resuspended, dust caps good on all drivers, cone treatment with Visaton pulp nurturer, filters checked, deoxydized and solders relived.
The usual maintenance and cleaning has been undertaken: dismantling, control of components, soldering and absorbing surfaces, veneer nurturing with lin seed oil/turpentine.
The grille fabrics were steamed for sanitation, both badges are present.
Perfect condition for age, see photo gallery for signs of patina or use.
The stands are not part of the sale.
The listening session
Steely Dan - Peg
Sister Sledge - Thinking of you
Lou Reed - Dirty boulevard
Wet Leg - Ur Mum
Technical specifications
3-way bass-reflex loudspeaker
Power: 50W RMS
Crossover frequencies: 1500, 6000Hz
Impedance: 8Ω
Sensitivity: 89dB
Woofer: 1 x 250mm cone - L125A
Medium: 1 x 130mm cone - LE5
Tweeter: 1 x 36mm cone - LE25-4
Finish: natural oak
Dimensions: 34 CM (L) x 61 CM (H) x 35 CM (D)
Weight: 20kg / unit
