Are tower speakers better?

Question

I have 2 JBL e80 tower speakers. I just got the definitive procinema 1000 series. Should i keep the e80s or switch them out for the procinema 1000 monitors? Does the fact that the tower is so much bigger make it a better speaker?

Answer 1

The size of the speakers are purely aesthetics. Its the power and quality that matter.

Answer 2

Size has nothing to do with quality. It is the way they are designed and the materials used, that determines sound quality.

Answer 3

If you were comparing smaller and larger of the same brand of speakers you might find that the larger speaker sounds fuller because it is easier to get low notes in a larger enclosure but better is an opinion. Besides Definitive is regarded as a better brand of speaker than JBL these days. The Procinemas are supposed to be pretty good and they are a matched set so they probably get the nod in this case. As always listen to what is in your budget then listen to a step up and a step down to get an idea what you gain and give up then pick what you like.

Answer 4

Bigger speakers does not mean it is a better speaker, what it really has to do with is space.

Depending on the size of the room , and how much space you can allow or rather your spouse will allow in the room. That's why there is a variety of shape and sizes of speakers out there.

What makes a better speaker is the research and development of a speaker, craftsmanship, and the parts that make up a speaker.

That's why when I purchase a speaker system, I prefer to buy from a company that makes only speakers for their livelihood, they have to make a good speaker in order to survive.

Answer 5

A speakers size doesnt make much difference on how it sounds. try playing movies with the different speakers, and see what you like better.. some larger speakers have a more full sound, while smaller ones have a higher over all tone, and really need a subwoofer to accompany the lack of bass.. its up to you how you like the sound. experimenting is the only good way to tell.

Answer 6

it is quality that counts drivers.x-over box constrution ect the old saying (you pay for what you get) try a high end used pr. check out www.audiogon.com  i have been using this site for 9 years    great stuff