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  • JBL 4367 vs Klipsch Cornwall IV sound comparison (kindly requested by many subscribers)
    Listening through reference headphones is recommended
    Focus on timbre, texture and tonality of the 2 loudspeakers
    Associated equipment:
    McIntosh Mc1.25Kw Power Amplifiers
    McIntosh C53 Preamplifier
    AURALiC Altair G2.1 Digital Audio Streamer
    Rack by Bassocontinuo
    Song: Moonlight Serenade by Diana Panton
    At IL TEMPIO DEL SUONO International Hifi Store, Lissone (MB), Milan, Italy
    #SoundSommelier
    #JBL
    #Klipsch
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  • @jpaleas
    @jpaleas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +382

    Great presentation! It’s really a preference between different audiences ear demands! Both sets sound great, but for my ears it’s Klipsch all the way!

    • @marekb.7835
      @marekb.7835 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I dont like Klipsch but they are far far better than JBL. Mcintosh is also defenitley not my type. I hate them in fact.

    • @Encourageable
      @Encourageable 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Marek, you have bad taste in components and speakers LOL

    • @igaldins
      @igaldins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The cornwalls are forward and a bit harsh. Maybe not the best for long listening sessions but they sound so present and so real that I'll take the cornwalls no doubt. The grills can reduce the harshnes if needed.

    • @dlfrestoration
      @dlfrestoration ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I know that klipsch is a hash overly bright speaker not a fan at all but in this set up it's slightly more detailed. And that's only in part to the amps in reality the person buying either of these won't buy such good amps to power them.

    • @zackw4941
      @zackw4941 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I thought the Klipsch had a slightly sweeter tonality, which I appreciate. However, they are ultimately too bright and the JBLs sounded a lot more correct. If I close my eyes listening to the JBL, I'm there, at the club, enjoying the performance. I can almost smell the room. On the Klipsch, I'm there, at the club, but the sound guy got the levels wrong and I'm trying to decide if I shove napkins in my ears or not.

  • @rsundar1973
    @rsundar1973 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Any setup in this room sounds great. Shows how much room acoustics matters.

  • @kenhiett5266
    @kenhiett5266 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Jbl's sound like the more refined/cleaner speakers to my ear. I'm getting a very holographic sound from the Klipsch, but still very nice. It's amazing how well this recording is translated through my headphones. Didn't expect that.

    • @BongLeach
      @BongLeach ปีที่แล้ว

      Holographic, great way to put it! Same for myself.

    • @mikeformato8655
      @mikeformato8655 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have read a lot of comments and FINALLY I found one that I agree with! I'm not being biased but I do own a pair of JBLS. While they're great, they are not quite as refined as my Phase technology Tower speakers. but I love them both for different reasons.

  • @raysonsr9050
    @raysonsr9050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I had auditioned both. Found the JBL cleaner and clearer but the Cornwall 4 more presence and more lively in its presentation’ Both are fantastic speakers! I bought the Cornwall 4 and absolutely love it!

    • @stayin91degrees
      @stayin91degrees 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      feels like the difference between a high quality but sharpened photo vs experiencing the real thing

    • @asplmn
      @asplmn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stayin91degrees which one is the "real deal" in this analogy? Lol
      Also, how does the bass "impact" differ between the two? Like feeling the kick drum in your chest.

    • @stayin91degrees
      @stayin91degrees ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@asplmn klipsch sounds more natural/realistic... although if you had to ask, and bass impact is high on your list, you may be more satisfied by looking for a cheaper system with a sub (or subs) :)

    • @ralfwindte5986
      @ralfwindte5986 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Exactly my impression from this video when compared directly to the original. The voice of over the JBL sounds more like the original while over the Cornwalls it sounds more present.

    • @johnvanduser4531
      @johnvanduser4531 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      JBL sounds mor intimate (small room) while the Klipsch sounds more like a club. I like the JBL.

  • @wongwave7112
    @wongwave7112 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    More than one year after this video was posted, just walked by and listened.
    It took me sinking back into the sound of the old American ported speakers in 70's. Thanks. Great speakers and song selected. Enjoy so much, again.

  • @briankita2044
    @briankita2044 2 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    Very interesting. Great song selection. I listened a/b them, about 10x with my eyes closed. I have no pony in the race on this one. The Klipsch sounded like she was in the room there, singing; the JBLs sound like she was coming through a speaker. I can really hear the difference on the "t" in the word moonlight. Thanks for this.

    • @denniswade4998
      @denniswade4998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Totally agree! Even though we were listening thru TH-cam , the difference was very obvious.
      The Cornwallis were alive!
      I actually wish I hadn't heard this, because now I'm lusting after a pair!

    • @timh4886
      @timh4886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Overall, I would agree and full disclosure I am biased I have Fortes, so I was comparing those to the Cornwalls. My minor critique with Klipsch(s) and never a deal breaker for me, there fantastic audiophile speakers, a smidgen bright in the treble region, where as to me the JBL's came across smoother. Of course understand trying to compare using audio via TH-cam.

    • @charliechan529
      @charliechan529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      With that type of music, the strength & authority of the JBL at low frequency did not shine but instead it sounded like the recording was made with a microphone without a foam filter etc. The Klipsch wins and matches the music with it's prominent clarity however, when you play a huskier male voice i think it's another game!

    • @negswa4127
      @negswa4127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@timh4886 not sure I agree, the klipsch were clearer and smoother to the ear.

    • @interesting7906
      @interesting7906 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@denniswade4998 JBL low freq reproduction is much better to me. The Klipsch lows are muddy and sloppy. The voice and image are clearly far superior from the Ks. I think we can't call this based on one song though.

  • @jandmbooks
    @jandmbooks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nicely done. Thanks for the comparison vid.

  • @cmgaudiochannel
    @cmgaudiochannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Sommelier you are the best, thank you for the comparison.

  • @Mcrichalot12
    @Mcrichalot12 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Really something special about the Cornwalls. So much more presence and "live-ness". Hard to explain, sounds much more open and free. More human.

    • @Mcrichalot12
      @Mcrichalot12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like the singer is in your brain!

    • @dzmitrysidarau7161
      @dzmitrysidarau7161 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Klipsch sounds more emotional .... JBL more neutral

    • @ralfwindte5986
      @ralfwindte5986 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Easy to explain: it is all due to a non-linear frequency response with pronounced mid-range.

  • @Tonetwisters
    @Tonetwisters ปีที่แล้ว +14

    JBLs sound great. But those Cornwalls! What incredible vocal presence!! I sold them in the early 80s, and they were my favorites in the Klipsch line ...

  • @westernet1471
    @westernet1471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm an old fart nearly 70 so take my opinion with a grain of salt...
    I've owned JBL L65 Jubal loudspeakers since 1974 or thereabout and I have enjoyed their "rock the house," abilities.
    They have what was considered to be at the time a, "West Coast" sound. That meant they had a bass bump around 50Hz and a little extra lift in the treble as well. I don't think I would give them the "smile" curve in totality but something similar. A past neighbor of mine had the Klipsch Cornwal of a couple generations past and we listened to each others systems fairly often.
    I enjoyed his system if for no other reason than just to listem to something different from mine. It was a good sounding stereo.
    He was driving his Klipsch with the big Adcom's of the day and I with an integrated McIntosh. He had a Dual auto turntable and I a Phillips manual, both of us using a Pickering cart. So some differences but still comparable. His stereo always presented the midrange as forward compared to mine. Vocals were accentuated but not so much as to be over-the-top but attention getting none the less. The Klipsch midrage horn gave the vocals a "present in the room" quality I appreciated. My JBLs did not even try to do the same. Where they shined was when the bass beat matched up with the bump in their output. Lots of rock songs have a matching sound, especially the classic songs of those days such as Led Zep, Stones, Pink Floyd... I can't say I liked the Klipsch as much as the JBL on that music. Enough Reminiscing, old farts do a lot of that... that was just to say I've experienced something similar as is presented in todays video.
    On to the speakers under review today.
    I haven't heard either of these exact models so you might wonder what is that I could be commenting on. The audio journey I have travelled has educated me in ways that I would never have believed as a much younger man. The one thing I noticed when listening to the audio/video presented here has what I would consider a major flaw in the comparison. It may well have been addressed by the presenter but in an nonobvious way. He says the two presentations are given with the intention of addressing timber, texture and tonality, he doesn't mention the fact that the two speakers are not of equal sensitivity and made no attempt to equalize the volume between the speakers output. My own experience in the matter indicates most listeners will prefer the louder speaker. At the very beginning of the Klipsch I noticed it was several decibels louder wich prompted me to check the level with my decible meter. The Cornwall played over all at least 2db and up to 8db higher than the JBL. The difference in sensitivity betwen the specs of the speakers is 94 for the JBL and 102 for the Klipsch. I suspect the Klipsch is less than flat through the frerquency range the mid-horm covers as well. None of the above means the klipsch is flawed or the JBL is in any way better, it just means it is possibly the reason a majority of the commentors expressed a bias for the Cornwall.
    Unlike most people, I have retained ownership of nearly every speaker I have ever purchased. Even tho my Jubals are well back in the pack these days, they are currently undergoing a revitalization of new surrounds and will be back to audition status soon. I currently rotate Martin Logan Quest z, Polk Audio LSiM 707, DCM, Bob Carver, Jamo, Polk Audio LSim 703, Polk Audio Monitor 70 and KRK monitors, with many others that I have given to family members, Infinity, Cerwin Vega and Yamaha just to name a few more. Every one of these speakers require a change in the volume setting to play at the same level. They don't all compare favorably with one another at any volume but using the same volume is the only true way to do any comparison between competitors for your consideration. That being said, if the volume was equalized in this video, one of the greatest differences between them would have been disguised. That would have been a disservice as well, because it has always been a Klipsch advantage that should not be overlooked. I thoughly enjoyed the comparison and would like to see another match between them equalizing the volume difference to see if the comments remained in favor of the Klipsch. I hope I didn't burn anyones ears off with my long post... Thanks for reading Rick

  • @mkaa05
    @mkaa05 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your system sounds SOO AMAZING!! Beautiful!!❤

  • @garyjones101
    @garyjones101 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the demo! You can certainly understand how speakers are the place to start your system. If you like how they sound at the dealer, then you know you can get the sound you want at home by adding the components (over time if necessary) to get to your sound.

    • @hardystein114
      @hardystein114 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Careful there , with that assumption. Your room , at home could well be the deciding factor. Many homes have terrible acoustics.

  • @cadiehl1
    @cadiehl1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wow!! It’s like she’s standing right in the room with those Klipsch’s!! I’ve always loved the Klipsch sound. All I’ve ever owned. For a reason. The JBL’s are awesome as well. No real winner when it’s all individual taste. I’d take either in a split second and not look back.

  • @stifoli
    @stifoli 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hearing this trough my Cornwall 4’s and Luxman lx380……pure heaven !!! Great comparison👍👍👍

  • @robertowens7771
    @robertowens7771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I like the second pair, they sound so live just like a live performance bravo bravo bravo

  • @keithchua5840
    @keithchua5840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The jbl sounds cleaner and sharper on the vocal like a live performance. The Klipsch sounded more warm and leaning towards a sense of old record setting.

  • @donegan2comcast
    @donegan2comcast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Back when they were the hottest ticket, I had a pair of JBL L100's and loved them (loved them). I now have a pair of old, old (old) Klipschorns and I am constantly amazed by the 'in the room with me' phenomena. I believe that JBL's imbue a bit of JBL-ness to music played through them, the Kiipsch just convey the music. IMHO.

  • @RobGordon35
    @RobGordon35 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant shoot-out! Many thanks! I think I'd go for the Klipsch!

  • @klaymoon1
    @klaymoon1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    They are both lovely. I think JBL may have a slight more personality I like, but they both surely produce lovely sounds.

  • @leetingler619
    @leetingler619 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Having worked in a stereo store decades ago. I had the pleasure of hearing both brands.
    Three way speakers have always had more openness and definition. This is due to a mid range speaker or horn. Though 2way speakers are very good also. It comes down to what your ears 👍 like.

    • @headshotpros888
      @headshotpros888 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "Three way speakers have always had more openness and definition" yes, agreed!

    • @SuppressiveSquirrel
      @SuppressiveSquirrel 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you @leetingler , speakers and audiophiles is all about personal preference. Personally, you’re listening to a speaker through a speaker, in my case, an iPad, but the JBL ( to me) sounded better,cleaner. Bad song to compare though since there’s little bass and treble non-existent.

  • @Freedom89984
    @Freedom89984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This type of speakers have that holographic live sound that touches your emotional brain like no other speaker can. Very nice, both of them.

  • @mgsee
    @mgsee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The Klipsch is to me more immediately appealing in this setup (and over TH-cam). The vocals are more expressive and the overall sound is more engaging. However, I do wonder if the sound of the JBLs would be improved if they are lifted off the floor on stands, especially as they sound smoother and more refined at the top end, compared to the brighter sounding Klipsch.

  • @marct9587
    @marct9587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    At first, I picked JBL, but upon more listening, the Cornwall seems better, with a more real sounding reproduction of her vocals.

    • @Ale55andr082
      @Ale55andr082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      so sibilants "s" are a "realistic sound" ... I didn't know that 😀

    • @elvincuevas1727
      @elvincuevas1727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Ale55andr082 I have heard women speaking and singing next to me with no speakers or microphone that have actually sibilants "s" in real life.

  • @1966roadking
    @1966roadking 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Nice setup, both sound fantastic!

  • @chrislawrence5113
    @chrislawrence5113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice demo. Both great speakers. Given what I hear (and I wish I was there), I prefer the sound of the Cornwalls on this song. I have to agree with Bill Armstrong's comments. He nailed it. Would like to hear something that gives them a more thorough workout.

  • @nativochileno7091
    @nativochileno7091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    EXCELENTE TRABAJO
    MUCHAS GRACIAS
    UN FUERTE ABRAZO DESDE SANTIAGO DE CHILE

  • @peterw2714
    @peterw2714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven’t even listened to it with headphones yet and on my iPad I can tell the difference in vocals that’s for sure. JBL sounds like she’s singing through a PA system and with the Cornwall she sounds like the singer is actually in the room.

  • @bobbya8622
    @bobbya8622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is so beautiful!

  • @bryanjennings7821
    @bryanjennings7821 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Couldnt choose between them. Both awesome

  • @DougMen1
    @DougMen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    The JBL sounds pretty amazing too, but it can't compare to the "you are there" warmth and presence of the Cornwall, which is so rich and natural that it sounds like the vocalist and musicians are right there in the room. The La Scalas have that same presence. I should be so lucky to own any of these magnificent speakers, or a room big enough to accomodate them

    • @billiondollarbaby3276
      @billiondollarbaby3276 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Dont need a large room for the Cornwalls at all. I know somebody that has them in his 9x13 room and they work fine. My room is 13x15 No issues at all. Its a myth that all larger speakers need large rooms

    • @ricmech9128
      @ricmech9128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@billiondollarbaby3276 My room is 15X18 with my listening position 9 feet from my Cornwall III's. I have owned them and use them daily for almost 5 years now. I'm still amazed how good they sound and really love them. I think you could absolutely use these in a smaller room with no issues.

    • @adrianomarchesini627
      @adrianomarchesini627 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I had La Scala's for many yrs in a 13x17 room and the speakers filled the room without any constrains

    • @el34glo59
      @el34glo59 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@billiondollarbaby3276 wow. Maybe I should go Cornwall

    • @Pepe-dq2ib
      @Pepe-dq2ib 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The Cornwall is too peaky for my taste, i prefer something more warm and slow with the JBL. Thats why i still rock the 4345 and 4350.

  • @westensanchez9483
    @westensanchez9483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The Klipsch are noticably clearer and reveal more detail. When it switched to the Klipsch, I could hear the sound of her lips moving and her breath. There was definitely more coloration from the horn with the jbl speakers.

  • @JamesWilliams-gf8gm
    @JamesWilliams-gf8gm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow thanks for the trouble. Great video!

  • @ChrisDIYerOklahoma
    @ChrisDIYerOklahoma 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and demo. My 2.1 system -- Old school (and recently refurbished) JBL Model L96's and a new Klipsch SPL-120 powered subwoofer. The sound is all there.

  • @stevewarner8686
    @stevewarner8686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice clean sound with JBL... luv the blue speaker accents matches the leds

  • @cykkatt1
    @cykkatt1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Both are amazing

  • @larrysmith4918
    @larrysmith4918 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Something about the JBL's that liked thru my system. It makes a huge difference if the system that your listener's are hearing this thru can't keep up...
    Excellent content

  • @sympacool8873
    @sympacool8873 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice demo. Both great speakers

  • @kenntks
    @kenntks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like the JBL warmer more laid back sound. The klipsch is great but a tad too forward to me. Thanks for the great videos. SS. Really appreciate you hifi videos.

  • @BobTrainor
    @BobTrainor ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Both sound great! But the Klipsch sound is a live sound. Say what you will about neutrality but at the end of the day, I want that live sound. It’s like you’re in a jazz club. I’m almost expecting to hear the sound of ice in a cocktail glass. Live events play through PA systems and the Klipsch sound captures that and puts it in your listing space like no other. Sure it’s flawed, it’s colored, it can be nasally, it can be bright, but it can be magic too. The Klipsch sound makes it sound just real enough to trick you sometimes. I have a pair of Heresy IVs, not as good as those Cornwalls but they make me keep listing, track after track and that’s what HiFi is all about for me. Listening to music and getting pulled in track after track. I’d love a pair of Cornwalls, but they’re huge! Thanks for the Demo!

  • @AudioElectronicsChicago
    @AudioElectronicsChicago 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I love both brands, if I have to pick, I will go with the Klipsch

  • @mikepaul2372
    @mikepaul2372 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great setup and comparison. Would be happy with either. Klipsch sound a bit brighter and more forward. JBL a bit muffled in comparison but both outstanding at this price point. Thank you for providing this great comparison.

  • @mr_jarble
    @mr_jarble 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the videos as always

  • @74milesey
    @74milesey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love both of these speakers. The JBLs should be turned up a bit as they are not as efficient as the Cornwalls. I have the 4367s and I love them with all kinds of music. I have a soft spot for the Klipsch high end heritage speaker range. Whether it is the LaScalas or the Cornwalls, they do sound and looks so well. Great video, thanks for posting. Also the McIntosh gear looks great.

    • @TheTruthTeller1111
      @TheTruthTeller1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You need to audition a pair of ESS speakers...

  • @mycowboyways915
    @mycowboyways915 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the live performance sound of the Cornwall IV speakers. Beautiful.

  • @BinhNguyen-gh3hg
    @BinhNguyen-gh3hg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    for me personally, JBL has a more accurate presentation, while the Cornwall has a fuller/warmer delivery especially the midrange. I feel like I would enjoy the Klipsch more for a longer listening session. Both are fantastic speakers nonetheless that money can buy, wish I have that kind of money tho :(

    • @lincolnbliss6046
      @lincolnbliss6046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I have many products from both sides and they are both phenomenal its impossible to pick a favorite I feel that the klipsch is a little more natural sounding but I also like jbls signature sound

    • @vatromet1
      @vatromet1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      JBL is JBL

    • @sherlockholmes2010
      @sherlockholmes2010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try to find some second Hand klipsch heritage. Much cheaper and similar Sound. I can recommend the klipsch quartets. Size between fourtey and heresey. Sounds great. + clean Bass passive radiator.

    • @davevolz6138
      @davevolz6138 ปีที่แล้ว

      “It only hertz for a little while”
      - Dave Wilson.-
      These arent that expensive compared to some.

    • @ga6541
      @ga6541 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@vatromet1And Klipsch is Klipsch... 😂

  • @don7680
    @don7680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Very nice setup! Listening on my TV through NAD amplification and ADS speakers, the Cornwall's definitely sound more open top to bottom. Especially in the midrange. Both are beauties, but love those Cornwall's!

  • @johnnyquest6115
    @johnnyquest6115 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When young I was into CV and JBL's but I've grown out of them. Klipsch and B&W sound better as I age.

    • @DougMen1
      @DougMen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's good and bad models from all brands, but, IMO, the very best from CV, JBL, and Klipsch can stand on their own against anything B&W has, and usually for far less money. B&W's offerings since Laurence Dickie left have gone downhill more and more. They always had a midrange dip and hot tweeter, but now they've taken those attributes to extremes, making them sound like the world's most overpriced boombox, with its graphic EQ set for a smiley face. Many of the cheaper Klipsch speakers have the same smiley face voicing, but the big legacy ones, like the K'horns, La Scala, Cornwall, and Forte IV are as good as it gets

  • @MarkasTZM
    @MarkasTZM 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yay. A comparison video I actually enjoyed. Subbed.

  • @joshuapeters3603
    @joshuapeters3603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Awesome demo!!! I really like the JBL’s they sound so true and smooth. I’m sure the Macintosh’s have a lot do with it. I can’t do the sibilant Cornwall thought they just make any s or t so blown out of proportion it’s distracting.

    • @hardystein114
      @hardystein114 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I tend to agree. Still , it may come down to how they sound at home. The klipsch are certainly more " foreward" , aren`t they ?

  • @halmetzger8429
    @halmetzger8429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hello, another video well done sir!
    They both really do sound very good but if I had to live with one or the other I believe I would choose the Klipsch!
    With the (Klipsch) her voice seemed more life like sounding and more in the room with you. The Klipsch seems to sound more spacious a larger soundstage and notes seemed to hang in the air longer and in general smoother sounding!
    But that’s just my humble opinion and we know everyone’s got their own opinion.
    That’s why they make chocolate, strawberry and vanilla!!
    Thank you again for your time and effort you spend making these wonderful videos!
    Keep spinning those tunes and happy listening 🔊 🔊

  • @stormsdarwin8767
    @stormsdarwin8767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Definitely a difference in the midrange presence. I much preferred the Cornwall in this demo.

    • @gotchagoing8843
      @gotchagoing8843 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Absolutely.

    • @adalbertojosebrasaca9697
      @adalbertojosebrasaca9697 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too...

    • @paulgyro
      @paulgyro ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Impossible to judge based on a recording...

    • @fanclub670
      @fanclub670 ปีที่แล้ว

      I prefer the Klipsch Cornwall IV : the sound is more live, natural...

    • @bienramos7587
      @bienramos7587 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The Klipsch is a 3 way..JBL is 2 way..that's why Klipsch are more clarity in midrange...

  • @slidetek
    @slidetek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Surprisingly, I prefer the Klipsch. The JBL sound rather bloated and directional. That horn gets kind of hot in places. Klipsch just sound nice and open, I really get a sense of the space. I've owned a few pair of JBL's back in the 70's including L100 Centuries. Never owned Klipsch though. I think this type of recording best shows off the horn systems, but I'd guess this setup can rock like nobody's business.
    Thanks for posting!

    • @jstoli996c4s
      @jstoli996c4s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The Cornwall IV’s absolutely rock. I heard them for the first time a few weeks ago playing some live Frank Zappa, it was very impressive, literally a front row experience.

    • @Oldgoat912
      @Oldgoat912 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Why is your conclusion surprising? The Cornwalls are quite a bit less expensive. As a long-time Cornwall owner, I agree with your assessment.

    • @westernartifact580
      @westernartifact580 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Surprised because of widespread prejudice maybe.

  • @tagcasa8566
    @tagcasa8566 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wow, JBL i LOVED, sound wonderful, ufffffffff, great presentation, thanks

  • @Atelieravence
    @Atelieravence 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Despite a pick up of sound off-center, more front the right speaker, I prefer the listening session with the pair of JBL 4367 speakers. The voice and the guitar climb towards the trebles without cutting and without hissing and it is appreciable, as they are on my active 3-way monitors with AMT tweeter.
    But, it's true that, for over 40 years, my ears have a preference for the West Coast sound over the American Midwest or East Coast sounds.

  • @rainman3269
    @rainman3269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Klipsch sounded more natural with great insightful depth ... 🎵🎶🎵

  • @robjones8733
    @robjones8733 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Wow, I have never listened to any of these horn type speakers, I'm impressed by the Klipsch's. Big difference, the Special K is noticeably more transparent with the vocals. 😳

    • @ralfwindte5986
      @ralfwindte5986 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes it is but only because the tonality is wrong. I think the midrange is louder which gives the voice a greater presence but this doesn't have to do anything with reality. At least this is my take from comparing the title directly.

  • @kadirskadirs
    @kadirskadirs 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the sound and the song.... calming me down...♥️

  • @johngutmanis3580
    @johngutmanis3580 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I listened on a McIntosh c50 preamp, Carver Crimson 275 amp, streamed video via an iPad with Audio quest cobalt dragonfly DAC and Klipsch Hersey IV speakers and REL Tzero subs. To my ears the Cornwall’s are more open, you are there in the room sounding. The JBL’s are more smooth and speaker like. Both are great speakers, but my preference is the Cornwall’s. They put you in the auditorium, like attending a live performance.

  • @skip741x3
    @skip741x3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    thats a hell of a demo! great choice of vocals to show off the speakers..I can hear the breath of the singer between notes....I gotta give it to the jbl as they sounded more natural and Live in reproduction, more Airy sounding... the klipsches have a slight midrange coloration , those tweeters are running hot compared to the jbls...they come across to me as almost Too much...for a long listen those klipsch horns would get to me..

  • @miguelramonmonzongonzalez965
    @miguelramonmonzongonzalez965 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Buenas a todos 🙋‍♂️🎼💖👍👌 .En directo esas JBL tiene que ser como estar en el cielo

  • @alejandrosantos3
    @alejandrosantos3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great speakers comparison. I ‘d like you keep making this kínd of videos. Also want to ask an audiovector R3 comparison, because there’s very few videos about them.

  • @YannickSchwarz
    @YannickSchwarz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Les Klipsch sans contestation pour mes oreilles, plus de vie, de présence avec un beau médium et à la moitié du prix des JBL (enfin ici en Europe) ! Merci pour cette comparaison.

  • @ekremkuruca3358
    @ekremkuruca3358 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Klipsch are more live but at the cost of "biting" highs. JBL for me.

  • @emanueletasinato4776
    @emanueletasinato4776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Molto più convincente il sound delle Klipsch. Gamma media nettamente superiore evidenziata ancor più con il brano proposto. Compimenti per il canale.

  • @mwsfly4644
    @mwsfly4644 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super sound ! 😁👍

  • @seasterl
    @seasterl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great comparison. I have the Klipsch Forte IV, but have been considering this JBL wondering if it might sound more alive (more presence). My Forte IV sound a little dark! I’d like to hear your CW4 and JBL comparison with the well-recorded Heart Magic Man.

  • @David-kf5gk
    @David-kf5gk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Klipsch speakers sounds more natural 👍 JBL speakers on the high end of the vocal sounds like she is singing through a hand held horn speaker like in the olden days. Thank You.✌️

  • @albertmanzo9510
    @albertmanzo9510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    JBL and McIntosh are one great combination. Fantastic sound demo with the best stereo amp in the world!!!

    • @ArJuna22
      @ArJuna22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      stereo?

  • @boltingskyline5234
    @boltingskyline5234 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Both are powerhouses for speakers that anyone would be proud of owning. Klipsch for me have more in the higher frequencies, while both perform equally well in the lower frequencies. Of course it's never going to be as good as actually being there but the difference for me is perceptible enough to notice at the higher end and they both sound equal coming through my Sunfire XTEQ-12 in the lower end. Those Mac amps are beautiful! Nice video. 👍

  • @ceaget7252
    @ceaget7252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Klipsch sounds much more forward and a touch sibilant on the highs. JBL sounds warmer, more natural without the exaggerated highs. I suspect for long term listening and musicality, the JBL should be easier on the ears.

    • @bobo-si3kw
      @bobo-si3kw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Exactly.

    • @timw2407
      @timw2407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i also agree with this, the Klipsch's sound a little more thin, not as warm as the JBL's

    • @TheParabolik
      @TheParabolik 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bravo! You are absolutely right!

    • @vespass225
      @vespass225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed. Klipsch does in this case sound as if they were intended to impress and to be spectacular, which make them a little too forward and annoying, while the JBL:s are just perfectly balanced and sweet as candy.

    • @scottyo64
      @scottyo64 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To me the Klipsch sound far more realistic. I have them and these are non fatiguing unlike my RF7 IIs.

  • @pakchoiya
    @pakchoiya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like Jbl sound which is more relaxing and you can enjoy more time won’t be tired.

  • @AldoSchmedack
    @AldoSchmedack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOWSA! What a nice setup! Lovely song and voice. Both are good. Klipsch is a bit bright, JBL more bass. But I have always preferred Klipsch, owned several of both. But you have to have the right setup besides that to match to the Klipsch. It's all about a system. Any one thing can change things. IMHO I love Martin-Logan & Krell, I just can't afford it. Klipsch are my go to until 'one day.' Man I can't wait for that day!

  • @acboone7
    @acboone7 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The Klipsch make it sound like the singer is live in the room with you! ❤

  • @stephenstevens6573
    @stephenstevens6573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Klipsch, heads and shoulders over the JBL... yes...both have horns, but the jbls are overly harsh...the Klipsch sound much smoother...warmer...thank uou for the comparison!

    • @ljbrandt500
      @ljbrandt500 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Funny, I thought just the opposite. I very much enjoyed the extra "energy" from the Klipsch however

  • @crematory7847
    @crematory7847 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Две совершенно потрясающие системы, но Klipsch немного интереснее. 🤤

  • @dae711moe5
    @dae711moe5 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They both were amazing.

  • @terrysnyder967
    @terrysnyder967 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    both are incredible sounding. t
    The JBLs are more laid back while the Klipsch has a forward presence with more lifelike voice presentation. I just ordered the Cornwall 4s so hoping they perform as heard here and described elsewhere in reviews.

  • @Psychedelic-Playground
    @Psychedelic-Playground ปีที่แล้ว +19

    BTW. u totally nailed the timing here, showing both speakers from the same position. 1:50 and 6:38

  • @Larwiz
    @Larwiz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    They both sound pretty good. I think the differences that I noticed were that the JBL's sound more relaxed and balanced. The Klipsch sound more bright, and a little louder. I would have to do more A/B testing to give you a winner. I'm tempted to go with the JBL's, but admittedly, I'm biased, as I have JBL speakers (paired with a Klipsch sub! Lol). But they both definitely sound high quality!

    • @BongLeach
      @BongLeach ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bingo

    • @DavidKasan
      @DavidKasan 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You have done the best putting into words, the difference in these pairs of very fine speakers. I love the way Cornwalls reproduce brass on jazz, but for my everyday go to, I will take the James B Lansing. For complete transparency, I own a pair of 4412's.

    • @Larwiz
      @Larwiz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@DavidKasan Ha! So you're a little biased too! Lol

  • @larryboles629
    @larryboles629 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The difference is very easy to hear. Maybe because I have a decent TV sound bar as my computer speaker. I notice within the first 3 seconds of the Klipsch playing that the was more lower midrange and sounded warm. After going back and forth a couple hundred times (at least 5 times) I realized that my first impression was wrong. The Klipsch have more lows period and what I was thinking warm, was in reality presents. The Klipsch put me more in the Club than the JBLs.
    Great comparison, thanks for your effort.
    Be happy, be safe

  • @techno_magnus9616
    @techno_magnus9616 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome.

  • @user-wl6wi5qd3o
    @user-wl6wi5qd3o ปีที่แล้ว

    Many thx for your sound comparison... :)) ...best regards from good old germany 👋

  • @keithmoriyama5421
    @keithmoriyama5421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I liked the forward voicing in the Klipsch. A 3way always sounds like a 3way, especially with a compression driver. The Klipsch was also louder in the mix.

  • @billarmstrong5568
    @billarmstrong5568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The biggest difference I can hear is that the JBLs sound noticeably further away than the Klipsch, so it's a mid-hall versus front row kinda thing. Both nice, but it's the Klipsch for me.

    • @M0D60
      @M0D60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Your comment is spot-on, JBLs further away. Very good sound comparison. JBLs for Me.

    • @MusicLover-01
      @MusicLover-01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Klipsch for me, that being said, they are very very large boxes hence I'd say neither 😉 😜

    • @caragon2
      @caragon2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Your comments are exactly my thoughts of the comparison. The Klipsch are the pick for me too, but the JBL does sound very nice as well.

    • @jstoli996c4s
      @jstoli996c4s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Your observation is spot on. As a current owner of JBL HDI 3800’s and former owner of Klipsch RF7i’s, the JBL’s are mid-hall experience while the Klipsch are absolutely front row and in your face. The Klipsch have a certain impact in the voice and percussion that can’t be matched.

    • @elvincuevas1727
      @elvincuevas1727 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MusicLover-01 "they are very very large boxes", hence I would say: both! :)

  • @CarloBerlin2023
    @CarloBerlin2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    stupendo; tanti saluti da Berlino - Carlo & mySoundbook Team

  • @bidenneedshisbuttwiped
    @bidenneedshisbuttwiped ปีที่แล้ว

    I pick both!..Thank you very much!

  • @Wladimir360
    @Wladimir360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Потрясающий звук ! С таким сетапом можно больше ни о чём не мечтать.

    • @user-ls2lb5kt4u
      @user-ls2lb5kt4u 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Нее, здесь половина явно бредит БиВнями и Фокалами с их коммерческим звуком)))

    • @Wladimir360
      @Wladimir360 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-ls2lb5kt4u А что такое не коммерческий звук ?

    • @user-ls2lb5kt4u
      @user-ls2lb5kt4u 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Wladimir360 Наше ухо не обманешь! Натуральный и естественный без примесей)

    • @Wladimir360
      @Wladimir360 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-ls2lb5kt4u А разве в дорогой акустике не естественный звук ? Или это надо выслушивать микронюансы какие-то ? Я от активных колонок за 30к тащюсь, слышал как-то колонки за 300 и чуть не кончил ! Окружающий звук звучит хуже, чем тот что из тех колонок исходил и это был всё ещё коммерческий звук. Так что же тогда натуральный, я не представляю.

    • @user-ls2lb5kt4u
      @user-ls2lb5kt4u 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Wladimir360 Тогда не парьтесь))) вам это ни к чему. Слушайте ваши активные мониторы и получайте удовольствие) На самом деле, музыка первична и только потом аппаратура, точнее её класс) Я давно в этой теме и много чего переслушал! У знакомых есть пара салонов и поверьте разница есть среди очень дорогой акустики, но это понимание приходит с опытом прослушивания.

  • @jstoli996c4s
    @jstoli996c4s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Two fantastic speakers 🔊
    Comes down to personal preference.
    ZZ Top’s “La Grange” back to back on these would be interesting.

    • @artureff3046
      @artureff3046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      la grange is good on just anything 🍾

    • @AldoSchmedack
      @AldoSchmedack 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any speaker can blare music, and I love ZZ too, but speakers are about subtle differences. Jazz, ambient or the like are better ways to test than hard rock. Not that you shouldn't do both!

    • @jamescox4823
      @jamescox4823 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AldoSchmedack I disagree any decent speaker will make Jazz(boring) sound good, it takes some complexity to tell the true difference.

  • @herrtrigger7220
    @herrtrigger7220 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have never liked Klipsch much but in this great sounding video they really do outclass what I thought were my dream speakers in the 4367.

  • @timmotel5804
    @timmotel5804 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    5/2024: I've saved this comparison and listen to it from time to time. I even bought her CD, to listen on my Klipsch book shelf speakers. Both pairs of speakers sound wonderful. I still prefer the JBL but they both are close, in my opinion. Price wise, the JBL would require a second mortgage on my house to purchase. I do love the Klipsch also, and based on price alone, they win. This is a perfect video. Thanks

  • @OTCRSA
    @OTCRSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow. They both sound good. Put a gun on my head, will go for JBL because of the Bass.

  • @johnalexandermcbryde9788
    @johnalexandermcbryde9788 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I agree with Taco, the voice from the Klipsch made me sit up, so real and natural.

  • @johngutmanis3204
    @johngutmanis3204 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used grado SR225 headphones, audio quest colbalt DAC off my iPad. Both speakers sound great, the JBL was more neutral, analytical to my ear, the Cornwall’s put me in the room with the singer, I also felt and heard more of the room or studio’s influence on the song with the Cornwall, more color. To my 64 year old ears, the Cornwall’s sounded better to me! It’s hard for a two way to complete with a well voiced 3 way. The Cornwall’s to me are a winner in this setup.

  • @wanderlustjohn
    @wanderlustjohn 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My take having auditioned both. In a nutshell, JBL for neutral transparency. So accurate and authentic. Klipsch for live soundstage. Warmth. Holographic presentation. Either system paired with great owners and well-recorded music would make for an excellent night enjoying your favorite artists.

  • @StealthParrot
    @StealthParrot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Klipsch definitely! Less muddied.

    • @craigschepers714
      @craigschepers714 หลายเดือนก่อน

      what are you running ? plug and play?

  • @mjuman
    @mjuman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love your videos, Klipsch over here sound more open and spacious, JBL kind of laid back and boomy, can you please play a Hindi/ Bollywood modern musical song on your great setup. any effort will be much appreciated by millions.

  • @zackw4941
    @zackw4941 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding! Do Tekton Moab next?

  • @rodrogers7553
    @rodrogers7553 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A comparison video like this one between the Klipsch Cornwall and the Tannoy Arden would be VERY interesting!!

  • @ZJS00
    @ZJS00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    The 4367s sounded more balanced and less fatiguing to me.

    • @rajeshrengarajan1455
      @rajeshrengarajan1455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely.

    • @darrenproctor1687
      @darrenproctor1687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100% I though there were the most balanced the klipsch are to top heavy I bet there painful with pure recordings !

    • @skies2clear
      @skies2clear 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve owned the biggest Klipsche’s and hiend JBL is in another league