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JBL 4655 speakers (15” LF drivers) (serial numbers 10480 & 10490)

Some have described the 4655 as follows "...if Klipsch Cornwall and Heresy had a baby." We agree, and here's our take:

--Efficiency and Sensitivity: Both the Cornwall and Heresy speakers are known for their high efficiency and sensitivity. The 4655 inherits this trait, and is capable of producing relatively loud and dynamic sound with relatively low power.

--Horn-Loaded Tweeter and Midrange: The Klipsch Heresy features a horn-loaded tweeter and midrange driver, which are known for their directivity and clarity. The 4655 speaker incorporates similar horn-loaded drivers to provide precise and detailed high and mid frequencies.

--Larger Woofer: The Cornwall, on the other hand, is known for its larger woofer, which can deliver deeper bass compared to the Heresy. Blending these characteristics, the 4655 speakers feature a 15" woofer that's larger than the Heresy's and reproduces a balanced bass response.

--Imaging and Soundstage: Both the Cornwall and Heresy are known for creating a wide and immersive soundstage. The 4655 speaker maintains and even enhances this characteristic, providing a spacious and realistic listening experience.

--Cabinet Design: The design of the speaker cabinet also plays a significant role in the overall sound. The 4655 speaker adopts design elements from both models to strike a balance between the Cornwall's larger, floor-standing cabinet and the Heresy's smaller form factor.

Ultimately, the 4655 speaker's sound is a unique amalgamation of the two iconic models, offering a compelling blend of their respective strengths. 

Amplifier Pairing: we feel that the speakers perform beautifully with solid state and tube amplification. That said, the speaker's high-sensitivity and upgraded crossover components (AudioCap Theta 3.0uF 200V Film/Foil Capacitors) are equally suited to being paired with a tube amplifier, and will produce a fuller, warmer, holographic sound.

JBL 4655 RESTORATION DETAILS:
• Cabinets stripped, sanded and covered with hand cut walnut veneer (real wood veneer facing); finished with three coats of Minwax Satin Poly (sanding between coats to produce smooth finish)
• Crossovers recapped with Audiocap PPT Theta 3.0uF 200V Film/Foil Capacitors; all joints re-soldered to freshen them up and re-glued everything; 96 hours burn in time on caps. Theta capacitors are made with the finest polypropylene film and tin foil, and are considered by many to be the best audio capacitor in the world! Its sonic signature is rich and full and its superior build quality ensures a high-quality stable, long-term performance. The gold-plated OFHC lead wires provide long-term high reliability and excellent solderability, superior to silver wire owing to gold's non-oxidizing properties.
• Low frequency transducers (2032H) professionally re-coned
• Original speaker grilles sanded and repainted; new jet black grille cloth applied; genuine JBL badges installed.
•Gold plated spade connectors are included.

JBL 4655 — MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS —

ACOUSTIC & ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohm
• Power Capacity: 250W Continuous Pink Noise
• Frequency Range: 40 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
• Sensitivity: 100 dB SPL

SYSTEM COMPONENTS:
• Cabinet: C4655 G4655
• Grille: 380mm (15 in.) Cone
• Low Frequency Transducer: Transducer (2032H) (318219-001 X)
• DC Resistance: 4.25 ohm ±10% Aluminum Wire
• High Frequency: 25mm (1 in.) Pure Titanium
• Transducer: Compression Driver (2416H-1)
• DC Resistance: 3.2 ohm ±8% Aluminum Wire
• Crossover Network: 74792

AURAL SWEEP TEST SPECIFICATIONS:
A. System Aural Sweep Test 7.0V Input, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
B. L.F. Aural Sweep Test:  7.0V Input, 20 Hz to 1.2 kHz
C. H.F. Aural Sweep Test:  2.83V Input, 550 Hz to 20 kHz

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
• Enclosure Dimensions: 648mm x 483mm x 324mm D (25.5 x 19.0 x 12.75 in. D)
• Weight: 63 lbs