Harbeth Super HL5Plus XD2 3 Way Speaker (Pair)

Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 Loudspeakers at Vinyl Sound Toronto, Canada

The Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 is a stand-mount 3-way loudspeaker from Harbeth Acoustic (Lindfield, England, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Harbeth dealer in Toronto, Canada. Built around the newly developed RADIAL4 cone technology in a 200 mm bass/midrange driver, this speaker delivers a frequency range of 40 Hz to 20 kHz (±3 dB) with a sensitivity of 86 dB/2.83V/1m and works with amplifiers from 25 watts per channel. The SHL5plus XD2 represents the latest evolution of one of Harbeth's most celebrated loudspeakers, combining decades of acoustic research with a refined, upgraded crossover and premium hand-selected veneers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2?
A: The Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 is a stand-mount 3-way loudspeaker manufactured in England, United Kingdom, featuring the all-new RADIAL4 200 mm bass/midrange driver, a 25 mm ferrofluid-cooled tweeter, and a 20 mm dome SuperTweeter, covering a frequency range of 40 Hz to 20 kHz. It is the latest iteration of the Super HL5plus lineage, distinguished by an upgraded XD2 crossover network that improves driver integration and overall sonic cohesion. The SHL5plus XD2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Harbeth dealer in Toronto, Canada.

Q: What is RADIAL4 technology and why does it matter?
A: RADIAL4 is the fourth generation of Harbeth's proprietary loudspeaker diaphragm material. Harbeth's goal has always been a cone material that moves air precisely as the input signal demands, without introducing coloration. In the Super HL5plus XD2, the 200 mm RADIAL4 bass/midrange driver delivers clarity and low coloration in the midrange, the frequency region most important for natural vocal and instrumental reproduction. Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada can arrange a listening demonstration of the Super HL5plus XD2.

Q: Can the Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 be used with a tube amplifier?
A: Yes. Harbeth suggests amplifiers from 25 watts per channel, and the Super HL5plus XD2's 6-ohm impedance makes it compatible with a wide range of amplifiers, including lower-powered tube and solid-state designs. With 86 dB sensitivity, consider your room size and preferred listening level when choosing amplifier power. Browse our range of integrated amplifiers at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, or contact us for pairing advice.

Q: What stands are recommended for the Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2?
A: Choose stands that bring the tweeter level with your ears when seated. The tweeter is located 475 mm up from the base of the cabinet, so the required stand height is your seated ear height minus 475 mm. The Super HL5plus XD2 is optimised for placement away from walls. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for stand recommendations.

Q: What finishes are available for the Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2?
A: The Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 is available in five natural wood veneer finishes: Black Ash in a satin surface, Cherry, Walnut, Oak, and Rosewood. Each cabinet is handmade in England and finished with individually sourced veneers, meaning that natural variation in colour, shade, and grain pattern between pairs and batches is an inherent characteristic of the product rather than a defect. Not all finishes are available in all markets. Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada can advise on currently available finishes and lead times for specific veneer options.

Q: Where to buy the Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 in Toronto, Canada?
A: The Harbeth Super HL5plus XD2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Harbeth dealer in Toronto, Canada. Browse our Harbeth loudspeaker collection and contact us for guidance on system matching, room placement, and amplifier pairing. Canadian audiophiles outside of Toronto can contact Vinyl Sound directly for purchasing options and shipping inquiries. Visit vinylsound.ca or contact us to arrange an in-store audition before purchase.