JBL Stage 240B vs Polk Signature Elite ES20
The JBL Stage 240B costs less ($330 vs $399). The Polk Signature Elite ES20 is more sensitive (88 dB vs 85 dB), so it plays louder per watt, plays lower (44 Hz vs 53 Hz) and is an easier load for a receiver (8 Ω vs 6 Ω).
What each one works with
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| Stage 240B | Signature Elite ES20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers and amps that drive it | 29 of 29 | 29 of 29 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| Stage 240B | Signature Elite ES20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Impedance | 6 Ω | 8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 85 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) | 88 dB |
| Low end | 53 Hz | 44 Hz |
| Drivers | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 114 mm | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 165 mm |
| Size | 7×11×9 in | 9×15×14 in |
| Recommended amplifier power | 20–125 W | 20–150 W |
| Weight | 4.6 kg (10.1 lb) | 7.7 kg (17 lb) |
| MSRP | $330 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) | $399 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: JBL Stage 240B, Polk Signature Elite ES20.
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References
- JBL Stage 240B: Spec sheet, jbl.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- JBL Stage 240B: Retailer listing, audioadvice.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Polk Signature Elite ES20: Spec sheet, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Polk Signature Elite ES20: Manufacturer product page, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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