Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) vs JBL Professional 305P MkII
Both side by side at true size, and which one fits better in typical rooms. Rankings come from the same engine as the quiz, using independent measurements where they exist.
Drawn at the same scale.
Which fits better?
Each situation is run through the same rules as the quiz. A gap of less than 2 points (of 100) counts as about the same.
| Situation | LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) | 305P MkII | Better fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small room, on a desk (10 m², 0.8 m) | 72 | 82 | 305P MkII |
| Medium room (18 m², 1.1 m) | 83 | 83 | About the same |
| Large room, on stands (30 m², 1.8 m) | 83 | 77 | LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) |
| Desk close to the wall (under 20 cm) | 78 | 78 | About the same |
| Bass-heavy music (techno, hip-hop) | 88 | 82 | LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) |
| Flat with neighbours, untreated room | 77 | 83 | 305P MkII |
Key differences
- The JBL Professional 305P MkII costs €140 less per pair.
- The Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) reaches deeper bass: 41 Hz vs 47 Hz (−6 dB).
- The Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) has the bigger woofer (6.5″ vs 5″), which suits larger rooms.
- The Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) plays louder: 4 dB more peak level.
- The Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) has no rear port, so it is easier to place close to a wall.
Specs side by side
| Kali Audio LP-6 V2 (2nd Wave) | JBL Professional 305P MkII | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price (pair) | €418 | €278 |
| Preference score (with sub) | 7.48 | 7.52 |
| Bass, −6 dB | 41 Hz | 47 Hz |
| Max level (pair peak at 1 m) | 115 dB | 111 dB |
| Woofer | 6.5″ | 5″ |
| Ways | 2 | 2 |
| Port | Front | Rear |
| Room correction | No | No |
| Boundary EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS, RCA | XLR, TRS |
| Size (H × W × D) | 359 × 222 × 260 mm | 298 × 185 × 231 mm |
Bold marks the better value where one is clearly better. * estimated from the maker's figure. Max level: peak level of a pair at 1 m, converted from the maker's figure.
Not sure? Check both against your room