HDI-1600 vs Emotiva Airmotiv XB2
The Airmotiv XB2's sensitivity is 86 dB against the HDI-1600's 85 dB and its woofer 6" against 6.5". Both share impedance (4Ω) and ways (2).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$699
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About the HDI-1600
The JBL Synthesis HDI-1600 is a 2-way bookshelf loudspeaker featuring JBL’s patented High-Definition Imaging (HDI™) waveguide, a 1-inch (25 mm) Teonex® compression driver, and a 6.5-inch (165 mm) Advanced Aluminum Matrix cone woofer in a bass-reflex enclosure with a rear-firing port. It has a 40 Hz–30 kHz frequency response, 85 dB sensitivity, and 4-ohm nominal impedance. Available finishes include High-Gloss Black, Satin Walnut, and Gray Oak; the grille attaches magnetically.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 85 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 4Ω
- Frequency Response
- 40 Hz - 30 kHz
- Power Handling
- 200W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 15W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 200W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 6.5"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 1.9 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 230 × 370 × 289 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9.95 kg (22 lbs)
- Available Colors
- High Gloss Black, Satin Walnut wood veneer, Satin Gray Oak wood veneer
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 85 dB
Impedance: 4Ω
Frequency: 40-30000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions