Type J III vs Boston Acoustics VR-M60
The VR-M60's sensitivity is 90 dB against the Type J III's 91 dB and its impedance 8Ω against 6Ω. Both share high-frequency extension (20 kHz) and ways (2).
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LoudspeakersBookshelf SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$300
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About the Type J III
The Snell Type J III is a bookshelf loudspeaker system continuing Peter Snell's tradition of simple, high-quality design. It features a 2-way crossover at 2700Hz, with an 8-inch Vifa M21WN-07-04 woofer and a 1-inch Vifa D26TG-05-006 dome tweeter. The cabinet is constructed with plywood and chipboard for rigidity, finished in oak or walnut veneer, and measures 23 x 13 x 10 inches, weighing 35 pounds. It has a frequency response of 49Hz to 20kHz, a sensitivity of 91dB, and an impedance of 6 ohms. The crossover network uses quality air core inductors, electrolytic and film capacitors, and includes an L-pad for tweeter level adjustment. The design is well-suited for valve amplifiers due to its good sensitivity and easy load. The speakers have a black cloth grille and are recommended for use with amplifiers from 15 to 150 watts.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 91 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 6Ω
- Frequency Response
- 49 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 150W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 15W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 150W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 8"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
- Crossover Frequency
- 2.7 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 330.2 × 584.2 × 254 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 15.88 kg (35 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Oak, Walnut
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 91 dB
Impedance: 6Ω
Frequency: 49-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions