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We have 3 pairs of vintage JBL L-65 Jubals in stock, please see our other Reverb ads for details on the other 2 pairs. This set is in the best condition of them all. Presented here in excellent condition, from a very meticulous collector. Everything on these is period correct, right down to the top-glass and badges. We get Jubals fairly often but rarely this complete and even rarer in this condition. They sound excellent as you might imagine. Glass and badges intact, some minor surface scratches on the glassDrivers in great shape, cosmetically and electronicallySuper-clean brown grillesL-65 Jubals History and Specs : The JBL L65 Jubal was a 3-way bass reflex loudspeaker produced from approximately 1974-1977. It is known for its distinctive "crystal slot" or "prism slot" tweeter (model 077 Crystal prism tweeter ) and its aesthetic, which includes an oiled walnut cabinet with a glass top. Its key specifications include a 12-inch woofer, a frequency response of 20Hz-21kHz, and a power capacity of 75W continuousCosmetic Condition: Overall we rated this at excellent, with very little to no signs of wear, except some scratches on the glass.In the Milwaukee Area? Stop in our shop to inspect/demo. We have a comfortable hifi demo room and look forward to having you by to take a listen.
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JBL traces its roots to 1946, when pioneering audio engineer James Bullough Lansing founded the company in Los Angeles, California, initially as James B. Lansing Sound, Incorporated. A veteran of loudspeaker design from earlier ventures like the Lansing Manufacturing Company and collaborations on Hollywood's first practical cinema systems, Lansing infused JBL with his relentless pursuit of acoustic clarity and fidelity. Though he passed away in 1949 amid financial strains, the brand endured under new leadership, accelerating in 1969 with acquisition by Harman International—now under Samsung—fueling global expansion and innovation.
JBL excels across professional and consumer audio realms, renowned for its loudspeakers that dominate studios, touring rigs, cinemas, and home setups. Iconic models like the D-130 woofer, Paragon stereophonic system, and L-100 Century defined eras of high-output sound, while modern lines span portable Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, soundbars, and pro monitors. The brand prioritizes robust transducers, advanced horns, and diamond-surround tech over niche components like turntables, DACs, or cables.
Positioned as a mid-tier powerhouse with pro-grade heritage, JBL commands respect among discerning buyers for delivering punchy, reliable performance at accessible prices, bridging live-event energy and home listening without high-end esoterica. Its vintage icons draw collectors, yet contemporary ubiquity in arenas and everyday gear cements market dominance for those valuing scale and excitement over boutique refinement.
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