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JBL Stage 250B Bookshelf speakers (Espresso)

Item # 109ST250BE

Get legendary JBL sound in a mid-sized speaker for music and home theater.

Get legendary JBL sound in a mid-sized speaker for music and home theater.

Item # 109ST250BE

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$349.95 pair

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About the JBL Stage 250B

Ned O.

Product highlights:

  • 2-way design
    • 5-1/4" ribbed polycellulose woofer for engaging midrange and solid bass
    • 1" aluminum dome tweeter with Next Generation HDI (High Definition Imaging) waveguide for wide, even sound dispersion
  • rear-ported bass reflex enclosure provides extended low-frequency response
  • frequency response: 55-25,000 Hz (-3dB)
  • sensitivity: 86 dB
  • impedance: 6 ohms
  • recommended amplifier power: 20-75 watts
  • 5-way binding post speaker terminals
  • removable magnetic grilles
  • includes 4 anti-slip pads for each speaker
Dimensions and other info:
  • 7-15/16"W x 12-5/8"H x 10-1/16"D
  • weight: 12.4 lbs. (each)
  • warranty: 5 years
  • MFR # JBL250BBLK
  • Item # 109ST250BE

Our take

Sound profile: Neutral
Detail/Clarity score 8
Bass score 6.7
Vocals score 7.5
Inferred by AI from our extensive research

High-performance amplifier recommended. See receivers & amps for this speaker

What's in the box:

JBL Stage 250B owner's manual

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  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber pads
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions

More details on the JBL Stage 250B

Stacey B.

Features & specs

Cabinet & design
Enclosure Ported
Finish MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
Color Espresso
Recommended stand height (inches) ---
Wall-mountable No
Bracket included No
Connector type 5-Way post
Bi-amp inputs No
Driver details
Tweeter type Hard-dome
Tweeter size (inches) 1
Midrange size (inches) N/A
Woofer size (inches) 5.25
Woofer composition Polycellulose
Woofer surround Rubber
Audio specs
Power range (watts) 20-75
Sensitivity 86 dB
Impedance (ohms) 6
Frequency response 55-25k Hz
Dimensions & other info
Height (inches) 12-5/8
Width (inches) 7-15/16
Depth (inches) 10-1/16
Weight (pounds) 12.4
Parts warranty 5 Years
Labor warranty 5 Years

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Features

2-Way Driver Design: The Stage 250B bookshelf loudspeaker employs a 2-way driver design that features 1" anodized aluminum dome tweeter with JBL's High-Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide, plus a 5.25" Polycellulose ribbed cone woofer with rubber surround for legendary JBL sound.

  • 1" Anodized Aluminum Tweeter with HDI Waveguide: The Stage 250B features a 1" anodized aluminum dome tweeter that is coupled to JBL's High-Definition Imaging (HDI) waveguide for a smooth and natural high frequency repose. Through intense research of previous waveguide designs, JBL developed a new complex HDI waveguide geometry that improves directivity and reduces diffraction for better performance both on and off axis. The Stage 2 HDI waveguide is coupled to an anodized aluminum dome tweeter to enhance efficiency and dynamics. This new design offers a neutral frequency response both on and off axis.
  • 5.25" Polycellulose Ribbed Cone Woofer: The JBL Stage 250B houses a single 5.25" Polycellulose ribbed cone woofer with rubber surround. This pure pulp cone has a proprietary mix of other materials added to it along with a ribbed design to improve its rigidity, so it can produce produce deep, accurate, room filling bass.

Precision Crossover Network: Premium components are used to construct the 2-way crossover in the JBL Stage 250B speaker. The high frequency section features air core inductors and mylar capacitors that reduce distortion and improve sonic performance, while the low frequency section includes laminate core inductors and electrolytic capacitors. These premium materials can handle more power and transmit energy faster elevating system performance.

Bass Reflex MDF Cabinet: The JBL Stage 250B bookshelf loudspeaker features a bass reflex (ported) MDF cabinet with wood-grain vinyl finish. The rear-firing flared port features a new flared design to reduce the velocity of the air when exiting the speaker cabinet, eliminating any "chuffing" or coloration of output.

Magnetic Attached Grille: The included cloth grille attaches magnetically to the front baffle of the JBL Stage 250B bookshelf loudspeaker.

5-Way Binding Post Terminals: The JBL Stage 250B is outfitted with a set of 5-way binding post terminals that will accept barre wire (up to 12AWG), pin-connectors, spade-lugs, or banana plugs (single or dual).

Mounting & Placement Options: The JBL Stage 250B bookshelf speaker can simply be mounted on a stand, shelf, or tabletop. Rubber feet are provided to provide a non-slip surface. The rubber feet add approximately 0.125" to the overall height of speaker. The Stage 250B can be used in stereo music applications, or as front and rear speakers in a home theater setup.

  • Stereo or Front Channels: For the best results, place a pair of JBL Stage 250B speakers 6' to 10' apart and angle the speakers toward the main listening position for improved stereo imaging. The speakers should form and equilateral triangle with the main listening position. The speakers will produce the most accurate soundstage when the angle between the main listening position and the speakers is between 40 and 60 degrees.
  • Surround Channels: When using the Stage 250B as surround speakers, mount them on the side walls slightly behind the main listening position, facing each other. When using Stage 250B as surround back speakers, mount them on the rear wall directly behind the main listening position, facing forward.

Note: The JBL Stage 250B does not provide any mounting brackets, keyholes slots, or threaded inserts to wall-mount the speaker.

Stage 2 Series: The Stage 2 Series from JBL delivers exceptional audio performance for today's music and movie enthusiasts. The Stage 2 Series consists of two floorstanding loudspeakers (280F / 260F), two bookshelf loudspeakers (250B / 240B), center-channel speaker (245C), and a multi-purpose height/surround speaker (240H), plus two powered subwoofers (220P / 200P) - all sold separately.

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Customer Q&A

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Q
Another site has the wattage of these as 75 rms and 150 peak what is the true wattage of these speakers?
harry  May 23, 2025
1 answer
A
Hey Harry, 75W RMS is also what we have listed. You can run them with wattage as low as 25W but 75W is where we want to be to get the most out of them.
red  May 23, 2025 (Staff)

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