JBL 044 Tweeter

1978-1983

The 044 was JBL's refined aluminum-deposited phenol dome tweeter, used in the L96 and L112. Building on the 066's innovation, it offered smoother response and better integration with the ceramic-magnet-era speakers.

Specifications

Key Features

• Phenol Resin Diaphragm: Aluminum-deposited phenol for smooth, extended response
• Ferrite Magnet: Cost-stable ceramic magnet structure
• Low Crossover Point: Can be crossed over as low as 3.7 kHz
• Smooth Response: Refined high-frequency character

Applications

• L96 (1978-1982)
• L112 (1980-1983)

Historical Context

The 044 represented the maturation of JBL's dome tweeter technology. By switching to phenol resin as the base material and refining the aluminum deposition process, JBL achieved a tweeter that was both more consistent to manufacture and smoother in its frequency response.

The use of ferrite magnets instead of Alnico was driven by cost considerations, but JBL's engineering ensured no performance was lost in the transition.

eBay Listings

Pair original 1980s JBL 044 Tweeters for L-112 L-96 L-150 L

$200

JBL 044 Tweeter for L-112 L-96 L-150 L112 L96 L150A etc- Go

$130

JBL 044 Tweeter L-112 L-96 L-150 L112 L96 L150A 4411 - Serv

$271

JBL 044 Tweeter (Serviced) for L-112 L-96 L-150 L112 L96 L1

$346

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Documentation

• Lansing Heritage - Comprehensive JBL specifications, photos, and historical documents
• HiFi Engine - JBL manuals, service documents, and brochures
• Audio Karma JBL Forum - Community discussions and restoration guides

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