JBL L100 Classic 75's - Thoughts, Impressions, Serial Numbers


Hey everyone,

I recently took delivery on a pair of JBL L100 Classic 75’s. I love the look of these and what I’ve been able to experience so far. This is the first pair of JBL’s I’ve owned in my audio journey. Most of my time in the hobby has been with smaller bookshelves plus a sub (2.1). I was curious who on the board has a pair of these and what your thoughts were? How do they compare to other speakers you’ve had? Also curious what serial numbers are out there.I’m in the US and my pair is pair #264.

-Will

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Thanks! I'm really excited about them. These don't seem this way to me but I am moving in 2 weeks so we'll see what the new room does. I'm really just trying to run them in right now as I don't want to waste time on placement and tweaking knowing it would be so temporary.

I like them, fairly efficient. Early serial number, vertically aligned drivers? Even better.

I've spent about a week with them (100ish hrs) and think that they are incredible. They seem to keep getting better and better. 

Nice to read the feedback on these JBLs plus the positive stuff I have come across online. Mine is still on it's pallets and in the crate. I'll open and do the unboxing when the room they will go into is ready. Hopefully by end of June or more like July. Closets and cabinets still need to be installed as well as some electrical work, painting plus finishing touches. I made sure the room has dedicated electrical wiring that way no outlet share a line. I've had my speakers for almost 3 months now. Can't wait to put everything together. 😎

My brother has a pair bought new in 1975 when they still had a lifetime warranty. I’ve been suggesting that he get the crossovers and foam replaced for free but guess they still sound fine to him.