S310 vs Bowers & Wilkins DM 640
The DM 640 matches the S310 on sensitivity (91 dB), impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and ways (3).
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The JBL S310 is a 3-way, 3-driver floor-standing loudspeaker system released around 2000. It features a 10-inch PolyPlas (polymer-coated cellulose fiber) woofer with rubber surround, magnetic shorting rings, a high-temperature oversized Kapton voice coil, HeatScape motor structure, and cast-aluminum basket. The midrange driver is a 4-inch PolyPlas cone with rubber surround, and the tweeter is a 1-inch pure titanium dome with rubber surround, mounted on an Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal (EOS) waveguide for improved dispersion. The enclosure is a bass reflex design with a flared FreeFlow port located on the front under the grille. The speakers have gold-plated, all-metal five-way binding posts and come in finishes including black ash, beech, and natural cherry. Dimensions are approximately 876 x 330 x 305 mm (34.5 x 13 x 12 inches), and each speaker weighs about 22.7 kg (50 lbs). The frequency response is 40 Hz to 20 kHz with a sensitivity of 91 dB and an impedance of 8 ohms. The maximum recommended amplifier power is 200 watts to ensure proper headroom for peaks. The drivers have a 5-year warranty, and the enclosure has a 2-year warranty. The S310 is known for accurate and crisp sound reproduction with tight low bass and clear midrange and highs, suitable for both music and home theater use.
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The DM 640 matches the S310 on sensitivity (91 dB), impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and ways (3).
The Quartet's sensitivity is 97 dB against the S310's 91 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (20 kHz), and woofer (10").
The RTi A7's sensitivity is 89 dB against the S310's 91 dB and its high-frequency extension 27 kHz against 20 kHz. Both share impedance (8Ω) and ways (3).
The 1B's sensitivity is 90 dB against the S310's 91 dB, its impedance 6.8Ω against 8Ω, and its low-frequency extension 38 Hz against 40 Hz. Both share high-frequency extension (20 kHz).
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