{"title":"Spendor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSpendor is a British loudspeaker company known for its precision-built cabinets, natural tonal balance and effortless musical realism. Founded by BBC engineers, Spendor has become a reference name in high-fidelity loudspeaker design for listeners who value transparency, clarity, and lifelike midrange accuracy. From compact bookshelf models ideal for intimate listening spaces to full-range floorstanding speakers for reference stereo systems, Spendor offers an elegant approach to sound reproduction that focuses on musical truth rather than exaggerated effects. Whether you enjoy acoustic jazz, vocal recordings, classical, or modern electronic production, Spendor delivers an organic, emotionally engaging listening experience. Discover the full lineup of Spendor speakers available in Canada — exclusively curated by Vinyl Sound Toronto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"splendor-a1","title":"Spendor A1.2 Loudspeaker (Pair)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe A1.2, the most accessible model in Spendor’s new A-Line series, exemplifies our dedication to high-fidelity sound in a compact and affordable design. Adhering to the true definition of a bookshelf loudspeaker the A1.2 is the smallest model in the new A-Line. Standing just 31cm tall and with a depth of only 19cm this closed box design can be positioned in any small space whilst preserving the Spendor A-Line sonic performance that is energetic, engaging and fun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-way shelf mount loudspeaker \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure type\u003c\/strong\u003e  Sealed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput connection\u003c\/strong\u003e Single pair recessed precision binding posts \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical in-room response\u003c\/strong\u003e 60Hz - 26kHz \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower handling\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 watts unclipped programme \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e 25-100 watts \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e 83dB for 1 watt at 1 metre \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 ohms (min 6.4) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHF driver\u003c\/strong\u003e 22mm polyamide dome \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass\/mid driver\u003c\/strong\u003e 15cm EP77 polymer cone \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossover frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e  4.2kHz \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e  4.8kg \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e  308mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e  165mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e  186mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes\u003c\/strong\u003e  Black oak, walnut, oak, satin white \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnetic grille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Black Oak","offer_id":19254319513657,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":19311971008569,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oak","offer_id":19311971500089,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin White","offer_id":39742273552552,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/Spendor-A1-oak-vinylsound.jpg?v=1619194195"},{"product_id":"splendor-a4","title":"Spendor A4.2 Loudspeaker (Each)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpendor A4.2 Floorstanding Loudspeaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe A4.2 is a 2-way floorstanding loudspeaker from Spendor (Sheffield, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. A refined evolution of the original A4, one of the most commercially successful models in Spendor's history, the A4.2 is the mid-range model in the redesigned A-Line series launched at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show in February 2025. Key upgrades over its predecessor include a new \u003cstrong\u003e27mm wide surround rear-chambered polyamide soft dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fully redesigned crossover operating at a \u003cstrong\u003e2kHz handover frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a revised reflex port for improved bass articulation. The A4.2 retains the 18cm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver and the slim, room-friendly cabinet profile that made the original A4 a longstanding favourite, with a \u003cstrong\u003etypical in-room response from 36Hz to 27kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e. Available at Vinyl Sound Toronto, it is finished in black oak, walnut, oak, or satin white, and has already earned the HighFidelity.pl Red Fingerprint Award and the Diapason d'Or from Diapason Magazine in 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNew 27mm Tweeter and Redesigned Crossover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most substantive engineering change in the A4.2 is the introduction of a new 27mm wide surround rear-chambered polyamide soft dome tweeter in place of the 22mm unit used in the original A4. The larger dome diameter and rear-chambered loading extend the tweeter's usable bandwidth while reducing distortion at the crossover transition point. The crossover frequency has been moved down from the original A4's 3.7kHz to 2kHz, a region where the 18cm EP77 polymer mid\/bass driver operates with greater stability and control. According to Spendor's design brief for the A4.2, the development focus was placed on improving off-axis frequency response and lowering the noise floor, producing a more open and accurate stereo image that remains consistent across a wider range of listening positions. The crossover network was rebuilt entirely from the ground up with components selected for low phase error and smooth impedance behaviour, contributing to the A4.2's reputation for seamless driver integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEP77 Polymer Cone Driver and Cabinet Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A4.2's 18cm mid\/bass driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone, a material developed and manufactured in-house at Spendor's Sheffield facility using custom thermo-moulding equipment. The EP77 compound delivers low coloration and high internal damping, producing a midrange that retrieves fine musical detail without the hardness of metal cone materials or the softness of standard paper alternatives. The driver is mounted in a rigid, asymmetric braced cabinet with Spendor's Dynamic Damping technology, which uses strategically placed viscoelastic pads to control cabinet wall vibrations without heavy global damping. The reflex port has been redesigned for the A4.2 to shorten the internal airflow path and reduce internal resonances, producing bass that Spendor describes as deeper, more controlled, and more accurately timed than the port geometry used in the original A4. At 165mm wide and 861mm tall, the A4.2's linear-form cabinet is among the slimmest floorstanding designs available at its performance level, and music remains tuneful and articulate even when the speaker is positioned close to a wall or in a smaller room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew 27mm Wide Surround Rear-Chambered Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A polyamide soft dome with a wider surround and rear-chambered loading that extends high-frequency capability, reduces distortion, and enables a lower crossover handover point for better driver integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2kHz Crossover Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e The redesigned crossover hands over from the EP77 mid\/bass driver to the tweeter at 2kHz, compared to 3.7kHz in the original A4, producing improved phase coherence and seamless integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18cm EP77 Polymer Cone Mid\/Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary polymer cone material, manufactured in-house, delivers low coloration and high midrange resolution across a wide dynamic range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Reflex Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e A revised port geometry with a shortened airflow path reduces internal resonances and produces tighter, more articulate bass reproduction, particularly in smaller rooms and close-to-wall placements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Damping Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rigid, asymmetric braced enclosure uses strategically placed viscoelastic damping pads rather than heavy global damping, controlling stored energy while preserving musical speed and timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Off-Axis Frequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e The redesigned crossover and tweeter combination were specifically optimised for off-axis performance, producing a consistent stereo image from a wide range of listening positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim 165mm Wide Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the narrowest floorstanding loudspeakers in its performance class, designed to fit unobtrusively into any living space without requiring significant room depth or width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25-150 Watt Amplifier Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4.2 is designed for broad amplifier compatibility, performing effectively with integrated amplifiers from entry-level to high-end designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Grille and Spike Feet Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free magnetic grille provides driver protection, and height-adjustable spike feet allow stable coupling to a variety of floor surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Contemporary Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white on a satin black plinth, suiting a wide range of room aesthetics from traditional to contemporary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and Built in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4.2 is engineered and manufactured at Spendor's Sheffield facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2-way floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRigid asymmetric braced cabinet with Dynamic Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReflex loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHF Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e27mm polyamide dome, wide surround, rear-chambered\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBass\/Mid Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e18cm EP77 polymer cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTypical In-Room Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e36Hz - 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HighFidelity.pl, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiapason d'Or - Diapason Magazine (France), 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor A4.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A4.2 is a 2-way floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and is the mid-range model in Spendor's redesigned A-Line series. It features a 27mm wide surround rear-chambered polyamide soft dome tweeter, an 18cm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver, and a reflex port, with a crossover frequency of 2kHz. Key specifications include an 85dB sensitivity, a 6.75-ohm nominal impedance, and a typical in-room frequency response from 36Hz to 27kHz. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the A4.2 is sold individually and is offered in four finishes: black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white. It has been awarded the HighFidelity.pl Red Fingerprint Award and the Diapason d'Or from Diapason Magazine in 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the Spendor A4.2 different from the original Spendor A4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A4.2 introduces several meaningful engineering upgrades over the original A4. The tweeter has been enlarged from 22mm to 27mm with a wider surround and a rear-chambered enclosure, and the crossover frequency has been reduced from 3.7kHz to 2kHz for improved phase coherence and driver integration. The crossover network has been fully rebuilt from the ground up with a specific focus on off-axis frequency response, producing a more consistent stereo image across a wider listening window. The reflex port has also been redesigned with a shortened airflow path to reduce internal resonances and deliver tighter, more controlled bass. The cabinet dimensions and external profile remain virtually unchanged from the original A4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor A4.2 compare to the Q Acoustics 5040 and the Wharfedale Evo 4.4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A4.2, the Q Acoustics 5040, and the Wharfedale Evo 4.4 are all compact floorstanding loudspeakers that prioritise room friendliness, but they reflect notably different design approaches. The A4.2 uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone driver manufactured in-house, paired with a new 27mm rear-chambered tweeter and a crossover optimised specifically for off-axis performance, in a cabinet built at Spendor's own Sheffield cabinetmaking facility. The Q Acoustics 5040 uses a Helmholtz Pressure Equaliser and a 2.5-way configuration with separate bass and mid\/bass drivers for a different approach to bandwidth management. The Wharfedale Evo 4.4 is a 2.5-way design with a woven glass fibre bass driver and a fabric dome tweeter, offering a warmer tonal balance than the more neutral Spendor. Listeners seeking the combination of BBC-heritage engineering, a proven proprietary cone material, and UK craftsmanship will find the A4.2 a compelling option at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the EP77 polymer cone in the Spendor A4.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP77 is Spendor's proprietary cone material, developed and manufactured entirely in-house using custom thermo-moulding equipment. The compound is engineered to combine low internal coloration with high structural damping, producing a mid\/bass driver that retrieves fine detail without the resonant hardness of metal cones or the softness of standard paper. EP77 is used across both Spendor's A-Line and D-Line speaker families, where it forms the acoustic foundation of the brand's characteristic clarity and natural tonal balance. In the A4.2, the 18cm EP77 driver handles all bass and midrange reproduction below the 2kHz crossover point, making it the primary driver for the majority of the musical frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor A4.2 be placed close to a wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor A4.2 is specifically designed to perform well in close-to-wall placements. Spendor's redesigned reflex port on the A4.2 uses a shortened airflow path to reduce the bass bloat that commonly affects rear-ported speakers when placed near a boundary. Music remains tuneful and articulate even when the A4.2 is positioned close to a wall or in a small room, making it one of the more placement-flexible floorstanding designs in its class. This characteristic also makes the A4.2 suitable for furniture-limited living rooms where a speaker requiring significant free space behind it would be impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier does the Spendor A4.2 work best with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A4.2 is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 150 watts and is designed for broad amplifier compatibility. At 85dB sensitivity and a nominal impedance of 6.75 ohms with a minimum of 5.4 ohms, the A4.2 requires a quality amplifier with a stable output into moderate-impedance loads. Integrated amplifiers from NAD, Audiolab, Cambridge Audio, Rega, and Arcam in the 50 to 100 watt range are natural pairings at the A4.2's performance level. Lower-powered amplifiers of 25 watts are sufficient for nearfield listening and smaller rooms, while outputs up to 150 watts allow the speaker to handle demanding programme material without compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor A4.2 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A4.2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the A4.2 across all four available finishes and can arrange in-store demonstrations with compatible amplification and source components. 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The flagship model of Spendor's redesigned A-Line series, the A7.2 builds directly on the legacy of the original A7, which held the What Hi-Fi? Award for best premium floorstanding loudspeaker for six consecutive years from 2018 to 2024. Key engineering upgrades include a new \u003cstrong\u003e27mm polyamide soft dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rear-chambered wide surround design, a redesigned port for deeper and more controlled bass, and a fully revised crossover network operating at a lower \u003cstrong\u003e2kHz handover frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e. The A7.2 is rated at \u003cstrong\u003e85dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e with a nominal impedance of 6.75 ohms and is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 200 watts. The slim linear-form cabinet measures 934 x 180 x 305mm and weighs 17.7kg, finished in black oak, walnut, oak, or satin white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNew 27mm Tweeter and Revised Crossover Architecture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most significant upgrade in the A7.2 over its predecessor is the adoption of a new 27mm polyamide soft dome tweeter featuring a wide surround and a rear-chambered enclosure. The larger dome diameter compared to the 22mm unit used in the original A7 extends the tweeter's capability across a broader frequency range. Critically, the crossover frequency has been lowered from the original A7's unusually high 3.7kHz handover to a more conventional 2kHz. This change places the crossover transition in a region where the EP77 polymer mid\/bass driver operates with greater authority, resulting in improved phase coherence and seamless integration between the tweeter and the main driver. The redesigned crossover network itself uses components selected for precision, low phase error, and stable impedance behaviour, contributing to the A7.2's organised and composed stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEP77 Polymer Cone Driver and Redesigned Port\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A7.2's 18cm mid\/bass driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone, a material developed and manufactured entirely in-house at Spendor's UK facility. The EP77 compound combines high internal damping with structural rigidity, delivering a midrange character that is low in coloration and resolving of fine musical detail. The driver is housed in a rigid, asymmetric braced cabinet with Spendor's Dynamic Damping technology applied to control stored energy in the cabinet walls. At the low-frequency end, the A7.2 introduces a redesigned reflex port with shortened airflow path geometry, which Spendor engineered specifically to reduce internal resonances and interference. The result is bass extension down to 33Hz in a typical listening room, with the port's geometry contributing to tighter, more articulate low-frequency reproduction than a conventional tube-port design. The slim cabinet profile of 180mm width makes the A7.2 practical for rooms where a conventional floor-standing loudspeaker would be too physically imposing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew 27mm Wide Surround Soft Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rear-chambered polyamide dome with a wide surround design, offering extended high-frequency capability and broad, even dispersion across a wide listening area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowered 2kHz Crossover Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e The revised crossover hands over to the tweeter at 2kHz rather than the original A7's 3.7kHz, improving phase coherence and driver integration across the midrange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18cm EP77 Polymer Cone Mid\/Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary polymer cone material delivers low coloration and high midrange resolution, manufactured entirely in-house at Spendor's UK facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Reflex Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shortened airflow path reduces internal resonances and port interference, producing bass that is deeper, more controlled, and more accurately timed than conventional porting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Damping Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rigid, asymmetric braced enclosure incorporates Spendor's Dynamic Damping technology to control stored energy and reduce cabinet colorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Crossover Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redesigned from the ground up for enhanced phase coherence, improved stereo imaging, and smoother frequency integration between the two drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25-200 Watt Amplifier Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A7.2 is engineered for broad amplifier compatibility, working effectively with integrated amplifiers from modest power outputs upward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim Linear-Form Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e At just 180mm wide, the A7.2's slender profile allows placement in rooms where larger floorstanders would be impractical, without sacrificing bass extension or dynamic authority.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Contemporary Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white veneers on a satin black plinth, allowing integration into a wide range of room aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Height Spike Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision spike system for stable coupling to a variety of floor types, with height adjustment to accommodate uneven surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and Built in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A7.2 is engineered and manufactured at Spendor's facility in Sheffield, UK, with cabinets produced by Spendor's in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2-way floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRigid asymmetric braced cabinet with Dynamic Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReflex loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHF Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e27mm polyamide dome, wide surround, rear-chambered\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBass\/Mid Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e18cm EP77 polymer cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTypical In-Room Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e33Hz - 27kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e85dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6.75 ohms (minimum 5.4 ohms)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e150 watts unclipped programme\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-200 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSingle pair recessed precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e934mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e180mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e305mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e17.7kg (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack Oak, Walnut, Oak, Satin White\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePlinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSatin black\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustable spike feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor A7.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A7.2 is a 2-way floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and is the flagship model of Spendor's updated A-Line series. It features a 27mm polyamide soft dome tweeter, an 18cm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver, and a redesigned reflex port, with a crossover frequency of 2kHz. Key specifications include an 85dB sensitivity, a 6.75-ohm nominal impedance, and a typical in-room frequency response from 33Hz to 27kHz. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the A7.2 is sold individually and is offered in four finishes: black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the Spendor A7.2 different from the original Spendor A7?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A7.2 introduces several significant engineering changes over the original A7, which won the What Hi-Fi? Award for best premium floorstanding loudspeaker for six consecutive years. The tweeter has been upgraded from a 22mm unit to a larger 27mm wide surround rear-chambered dome, and the crossover frequency has been reduced from 3.7kHz to 2kHz for improved phase coherence. The reflex port has been completely redesigned with a shortened airflow path to reduce resonances and produce tighter, more controlled bass. The crossover network has also been rebuilt using new components for better stereo imaging and phase accuracy. The cabinet dimensions and overall slim linear-form profile remain unchanged from the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor A7.2 compare to the Bowers and Wilkins 703 S3 and the KEF R7 Meta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A7.2, the Bowers and Wilkins 703 S3, and the KEF R7 Meta each represent a distinct approach to two-and-a-half-way floorstanding loudspeaker design. The A7.2 is a true 2-way design built around Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone driver and a wide surround dome tweeter, optimised for broad amplifier compatibility starting from 25 watts and positioned around a particularly slim 180mm cabinet footprint. The B\u0026amp;W 703 S3 uses a three-and-a-half-way layout with B\u0026amp;W's Continuum cone midrange driver and a carbon dome tweeter, offering a different balance of detail and dynamic weight typically requiring more demanding amplification. The KEF R7 Meta uses KEF's Uni-Q coaxial driver with Metamaterial Absorption Technology in the tweeter loading, delivering an exceptionally wide and consistent listening window with a character quite different from either the Spendor or the B\u0026amp;W. Listeners who prioritise a musically coherent and effortless presentation in a compact, room-friendly footprint will find the A7.2 a natural first choice to audition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the EP77 polymer cone used in the Spendor A7.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP77 is Spendor's proprietary cone material, developed in-house and manufactured using custom thermo-moulding equipment at the company's UK facility. The compound combines low internal coloration with controlled stiffness and high damping, producing a midrange driver that retrieves fine detail without the resonant brightness associated with metal cone materials or the softness of standard paper cones. The EP77 cone is used across Spendor's A-Line and D-Line ranges, where it forms the acoustic foundation of the speaker's characteristic clarity and natural tonal balance. In the A7.2, the 18cm EP77 driver covers the frequency range below 2kHz, handling bass and midrange reproduction before handing off to the 27mm tweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor A7.2 be used in a small or medium-sized room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor A7.2 is well suited to small and medium-sized rooms. At just 180mm wide and 934mm tall, the slim linear-form cabinet occupies a minimal footprint while delivering bass extension down to 33Hz in a typical listening environment. Spendor's original A7 was specifically praised by reviewers for its ability to fill larger spaces while remaining compact enough not to dominate smaller rooms, and the A7.2 retains those physical dimensions. The redesigned port reduces sensitivity to rear-wall proximity, making placement easier in rooms where boundary options are limited. Positioning approximately 20 to 30cm from the rear wall with a slight toe-in toward the listening seat is recommended as a starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier pairings work best with the Spendor A7.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A7.2 is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 200 watts and is designed to perform well across a broad range of amplification. At 85dB sensitivity and a nominal impedance of 6.75 ohms with a minimum of 5.4 ohms, the A7.2 is moderately efficient and presents a stable enough load for most quality integrated amplifiers. Well-regarded pairings in the A7.2's performance class include integrated amplifiers from NAD, Audiolab, Rega, and Cambridge Audio in the 50 to 150 watt range. Higher-powered solid-state designs allow the speaker to reach its full 150-watt unclipped programme rating without compression, while lower-powered amplifiers from around 25 to 50 watts are sufficient for nearfield and smaller room listening at moderate levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor A7.2 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A7.2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the A7.2 across all four available finishes and can arrange in-store demonstrations paired with compatible source components and amplification. 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If you’re someone who truly loves music, whichever model you chose, they will add a whole new dimension to your listening pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey are slim, compact and you can place them easily and unobtrusively into your living space and they will fill the room with a clear captivating sound. And thanks to innovative Spendor technology the A-Line loudspeakers will get the very best from whatever equipment you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Spendor A-Line loudspeakers deliver class leading performance. They are the most adaptable and affordable loudspeakers we have ever created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHIGHLIGHTS\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tEngineering innovation from the multi-award winning Spendor SA1, A6R and D7 loudspeakers\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tNew Spendor EP77 Polymer cones\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tThree elegant natural veneer finishes: Black Ash, Dark Walnut and Natural Oak\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tDeep articulate bass\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tCalibrated and matched to broadcast reference standard\u003cbr\u003e\n•\tBritish design and manufacture\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003cbr\u003e\n2-way shelf mounted loudspeaker\u003cbr\u003e\nHF drive unit  22mm with fluid cooling  \u003cbr\u003e\nMF \/ LF drive unit Spendor 150mm \u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity\u003cbr\u003e\n84dB for 1 watt at 1 metre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrossover point\u003cbr\u003e\n4.2 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency response\u003cbr\u003e\n55 Hz to 25 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eImpedance\u003cbr\u003e\n8 ohms nominal (6.2 minimum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmplifier Power\u003cbr\u003e\n30-150\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCabinet (HxWxD)\u003cbr\u003e\n305 x 165 x 190mm\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\nWeight\u003cbr\u003e\n5 kg each\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Black Oak","offer_id":39742356652200,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39742356684968,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin White","offer_id":39742356717736,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oak","offer_id":39742356750504,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/spendor-spendor-a1w-surround-speakers_1.jpg?v=1619208451"},{"product_id":"splendor-d7-standard","title":"Spendor D7.2 (Standard) Loudspeaker (Each)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpendor D7.2 Floorstanding Loudspeaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe D7.2 is a 2.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker from Spendor (Pulborough, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Positioned at the heart of Spendor's acclaimed D-Line series, the D7.2 combines BBC-rooted engineering heritage with proprietary technologies developed exclusively for this model family. At its core are the LPZ (Linear Pressure Zone) tweeter, the EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver, a Kevlar composite low-frequency driver, and Spendor's fifth-generation linear-flow twin-venturi port. With a \u003cstrong\u003e90dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003e8-ohm nominal impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003efrequency response extending from 29Hz to 25kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e, the D7.2 is designed to work with a wide range of amplification, from low-powered valve amplifiers to high-current solid-state designs. The cabinet measures 38 x 8 x 14 inches and weighs 46 lbs per speaker, finished in standard veneers including cherry, dark walnut, and black ash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLPZ Tweeter Technology: Precision in the High Frequencies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor LPZ (Linear Pressure Zone) tweeter is one of the most carefully engineered high-frequency drivers in the D7.2's price class. Built around a stainless steel front plate, it forms a damped acoustic chamber directly in front of a lightweight woven polyamide diaphragm. A sequential geometry phase-correcting micro-foil is integrated into the front plate to equalise soundwave path lengths across the entire diaphragm surface. This creates a symmetrical pressure environment on both faces of the dome, allowing the tweeter to operate in a balanced linear mode across a wide frequency range. The result is exceptionally even dispersion, a wide listening window, and a reduction in on-axis brightness that can affect conventional soft dome designs. The stainless steel front plate also provides robust mechanical protection for the delicate dome without impeding acoustic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEP77 Polymer Cone and Fifth-Generation Linear-Flow Port\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D7.2's mid\/bass driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone material, developed and manufactured in-house using custom thermo-moulding equipment. The EP77 compound combines low coloration with high internal damping, producing a midrange that retrieves fine detail without the glare associated with metal or rigid composite cones. Below 900Hz, a dedicated 180mm Kevlar composite cone woofer takes over low-frequency reproduction, extending bass output down to 29Hz. Both drivers are mounted in cast magnesium alloy chassis and feature high-efficiency motor systems with optimised electro-dynamic damping. Connecting the drivers to the listening room is Spendor's fifth-generation linear-flow port, a tapered twin-venturi design whose aerodynamic profiling reduces turbulence and port noise, delivering bass that is fast, controlled, and precise. The port's geometry was influenced by aerodynamic diffuser research, including Formula 1 racing technology, and its floor-level placement helps minimise sensitivity to rear-wall proximity during room placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLPZ (Linear Pressure Zone) Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 22mm soft dome tweeter featuring a stainless steel front plate, phase-correcting micro-foil, and damped acoustic chamber that delivers balanced linear operation and wide dispersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEP77 Polymer Cone Mid\/Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 180mm driver using Spendor's proprietary polymer cone material, developed in-house for exceptionally low coloration and high midrange resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKevlar Composite Low-Frequency Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated 180mm woofer with a two-part bonded Kevlar composite cone for accurate, powerful bass reproduction down to 29Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFifth-Generation Linear-Flow Twin-Venturi Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e An aerodynamically profiled tapered port that minimises turbulence and port noise, delivering tight, agile bass and reducing sensitivity to room placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Damping Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e An asymmetric, rigid braced enclosure with Spendor's Dynamic Damping technology, reducing stored energy in the cabinet walls for faster, more coherent sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly efficient and easy to drive, compatible with valve amplifiers from around 30 watts and solid-state designs alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5-Way Crossover Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crossover points at 900Hz and 3.2kHz with precision-wound inductors and high-linearity film capacitors for seamless driver integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200-Watt Unclipped Program Power Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles substantial amplifier power without compression, enabling realistic dynamic range at high listening levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Drive Unit Protection Grilles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free, magnetically attached grilles protect the drivers without visible fixings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Height Spike Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision spike system for stable coupling to a range of floor types, with height adjustment to accommodate uneven surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and Built in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Spendor D-Line loudspeakers are manufactured at the company's facility in the UK, with cabinet production handled by Spendor's subsidiary, Timberworx.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRigid, asymmetric braced, vented cabinet with Dynamic Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHF Drive Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpendor 22mm LPZ polyamide dome tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMid\/Bass Drive Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpendor 180mm (7\") EP77 polymer cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLow-Frequency Drive Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpendor 180mm Kevlar composite cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e90dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e900Hz, 3.2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e29Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFifth-generation Spendor linear-flow, tapered twin-venturi port\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e200 watts unclipped program\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBinding Posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSingle pair recessed precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e38 x 8 x 14 inches (excluding spikes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e46 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard Finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCherry, Dark Walnut, Black Ash\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePremium Finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDark Gloss, Matte White\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAdjustable height spike feet, magnetic drive unit protection grilles\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and Critical Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHi-Fi Choice Five Stars (Sound Quality, Value for Money, Build Quality) - Issue 456, December 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor D7.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor D7.2 is a 2.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in the United Kingdom, designed as the entry point of Spendor's high-performance D-Line series. It uses three drive units: a 22mm LPZ polyamide dome tweeter, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver, and a 180mm Kevlar composite cone woofer. Key measured performance figures include a 90dB sensitivity, 8-ohm nominal impedance, 200-watt unclipped program power handling, and a frequency response from 29Hz to 25kHz. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the D7.2 is sold individually and is offered in standard finishes including cherry, dark walnut, and black ash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the LPZ tweeter in the Spendor D7.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLPZ stands for Linear Pressure Zone, and it refers to Spendor's proprietary soft dome tweeter design used in the D7.2 and across the D-Line series. The tweeter is built around a stainless steel front plate that encloses a damped acoustic chamber in front of the polyamide diaphragm. A sequential geometry micro-foil bonded to the front plate equalises soundwave path lengths across the dome surface and creates a symmetrical pressure environment on both faces of the diaphragm. This allows the tweeter to operate in a balanced linear mode, reducing on-axis brightness and producing wide, even dispersion without the narrowing listening window found on many conventional soft dome designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor D7.2 compare to the Bowers and Wilkins 702 S3 and the KEF R7?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor D7.2 occupies a different design philosophy from both the Bowers and Wilkins 702 S3 and the KEF R7. The D7.2 prioritises low coloration and cabinet energy control through its Dynamic Damping technology and fifth-generation twin-venturi port, producing a sound that is neutral, fast, and coherent with a wide amplifier compatibility starting at low valve power levels. The B\u0026amp;W 702 S3 uses a carbon dome tweeter on-top and a dedicated midrange dome driver, which delivers a different kind of detail retrieval and imaging precision but typically demands more careful amplifier matching. The KEF R7 uses KEF's Uni-Q coaxial driver array, which delivers a very wide and consistent listening window but with a sonic character distinct from the Spendor's more traditional three-transducer layout. Listeners who value musical timing, even tonal balance, and flexibility with amplifier choice will find the D7.2 particularly well-suited to their priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor D7.2 be driven by a valve amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor D7.2 is well suited to valve amplification. Its 90dB sensitivity and 8-ohm nominal impedance make it one of the more efficient floorstanding speakers in its class, and it does not present a difficult reactive load to output transformers at low power. Reviewers at Hi-Fi Choice and What Hi-Fi? have confirmed that the D7.2 works effectively with lower-powered amplifiers, and Spendor designs its D-Line speakers with broad amplifier compatibility as a core engineering goal. A well-matched valve amplifier of 30 watts or more will typically drive the D7.2 to realistic listening levels in rooms of typical size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow demanding is the Spendor D7.2 to position in a room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor D7.2 is notably forgiving of room placement relative to most floorstanding speakers in its class. The fifth-generation twin-venturi port is designed to minimise the bass bloat that affects most rear-ported designs when placed close to a rear wall, and its floor-level port position further reduces sensitivity to boundary reinforcement. What Hi-Fi? found the D7.2 to be unusually accommodating of placement, with an optimum position of roughly 75cm from the rear wall and a slight toe-in toward the listening seat. The LPZ tweeter's wide and even dispersion also means that off-axis listening positions remain coherent without a sharp drop in high-frequency quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier power does the Spendor D7.2 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor D7.2 is rated at 200 watts unclipped program power handling, but its 90dB sensitivity means it does not need a high-powered amplifier to perform at its best. Integrated amplifiers from NAD, Audiolab, Rega, or Cambridge Audio rated from around 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms are widely recommended pairings. Higher-powered solid-state designs from 100 to 200 watts will allow the D7.2 to reach its full dynamic capability without clipping, but low-powered valve amplifiers of 30 watts or more can also drive the speaker effectively in rooms up to medium size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor D7.2 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor D7.2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the D7.2 in standard finishes and can provide in-store demonstrations of the loudspeaker paired with compatible source components and amplification. 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The entry floorstanding model of Spendor's redesigned A-Line series launched at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show in February 2025, the A2.2 refines and builds on the original A2 with updated internal bracing, a constrained Sorbothane damping layer, and a redesigned crossover network. At just 786mm tall and 150mm wide, it is one of the most compact full-range floorstanding loudspeakers in its class, yet it achieves a \u003cstrong\u003etypical in-room response from 46Hz to 26kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e using a \u003cstrong\u003e15cm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e22mm polyamide dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e. With an 8-ohm nominal impedance and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 125 watts, the A2.2 is designed for easy integration into any system and any room, delivering the musical character of Spendor's BBC-heritage engineering in a genuinely space-saving form factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact Cabinet Engineering and Dynamic Damping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A2.2's cabinet is a rigid, asymmetric braced enclosure incorporating Spendor's Dynamic Damping technology, updated for the A-Line Mark 2 series with a new constrained damping layer using Sorbothane, a viscoelastic material that absorbs and dissipates cabinet wall vibrations without adding excessive mass. This approach minimises time smearing and lowers the noise floor within the cabinet, producing a cleaner and more precise presentation of instruments and vocals. The redesigned internal bracing introduced in the A2.2 further stiffens the cabinet structure, reducing resonant behaviour that can colour the sound in smaller speaker enclosures. At just 150mm wide and 258mm deep, the A2.2 occupies a smaller footprint than many standmount speakers mounted on stands, while the slim linear-form profile allows placement against or close to a wall without the bass overhang that affects many rear-ported compact designs. The reflex-loaded enclosure extends bass response to 46Hz in a typical listening room, adding meaningful low-frequency weight beyond what the standmount A1.2 can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEP77 Polymer Cone Driver and Revised Crossover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A2.2's 15cm mid\/bass driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone material, developed and manufactured in-house at the company's Sheffield facility. The EP77 compound is engineered to combine low internal coloration with high structural damping, producing a midrange character that retrieves musical detail without the hardness of metal cones or the softness of conventional paper alternatives. The crossover network has been fully redesigned for the A2.2, with new components and revised topology aimed at producing smoother driver integration, improved phase coherence, and better stereo imaging. The crossover frequency of 4.2kHz hands over the upper frequency range to the 22mm polyamide dome tweeter, which covers the top octaves with even dispersion across a wide listening window. Together, the two drivers are tuned to produce a sound that Spendor describes as joyful and expressive, with a character that far exceeds what the A2.2's compact dimensions would typically suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Floorstanding Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 786mm tall and 150mm wide, the A2.2 is among the slimmest and most space-efficient floorstanding loudspeakers available, suitable for small rooms, secondary systems, and space-restricted living spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15cm EP77 Polymer Cone Mid\/Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary in-house polymer cone material delivers low coloration and musical clarity across the bass and midrange frequency range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Polyamide Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A wide-surround soft dome tweeter provides even high-frequency dispersion and smooth integration with the EP77 mid\/bass driver above the 4.2kHz crossover point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSorbothane Constrained Damping Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e New for the A-Line Mark 2 series, this viscoelastic material is bonded to the cabinet walls to absorb and dissipate vibrations, lowering the noise floor and reducing time smearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated Asymmetric Internal Bracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redesigned internal bracing stiffens the cabinet structure and reduces resonant coloration in the small enclosure volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Crossover Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e A new crossover topology with revised components improves phase coherence, driver integration, and stereo imaging compared to the original A2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflex-Loaded Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass extension to 46Hz in a typical room from a cabinet just 150mm wide, providing meaningfully deeper low-frequency output than a standmount speaker of similar dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Ohm Nominal Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stable, easy-to-drive load suitable for a wide range of integrated amplifiers, including entry-level designs with modest power outputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25-125 Watt Amplifier Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for broad amplifier compatibility from 25 watts upward, making the A2.2 a natural match for compact integrated amplifiers used in smaller systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Grille and Spike Feet Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free magnetic grille for driver protection and height-adjustable spike feet for stable coupling to a variety of floor surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Contemporary Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white on a satin black plinth, for integration into a wide range of room aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and Built in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A2.2 is engineered and manufactured at Spendor's Sheffield facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2-way floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRigid asymmetric braced cabinet with Dynamic Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReflex loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHF Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e22mm polyamide dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBass\/Mid Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e15cm EP77 polymer cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4.2kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTypical In-Room Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e46Hz - 26kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e83dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms (minimum 6.4 ohms)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e100 watts unclipped programme\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-125 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSingle pair recessed precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e786mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e258mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e11.4kg (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack Oak, Walnut, Oak, Satin White\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePlinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSatin black\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustable spike feet, magnetic grille\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor A2.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A2.2 is a 2-way compact floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and is the entry floorstanding model of Spendor's redesigned A-Line series. It features a 22mm polyamide dome tweeter and a 15cm EP77 polymer cone mid\/bass driver in a rigid, asymmetric braced reflex-loaded cabinet with a Sorbothane constrained damping layer. Key specifications include an 83dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, and a typical in-room frequency response from 46Hz to 26kHz. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the A2.2 is sold individually and is offered in four finishes: black oak, walnut, oak, and satin white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the Spendor A2.2 different from the original Spendor A2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A2.2 introduces several targeted engineering upgrades over the original A2. The most significant changes are new asymmetric internal bracing that stiffens the cabinet structure and reduces resonant coloration, and a new constrained damping layer using Sorbothane that lowers the noise floor by absorbing cabinet wall vibrations. The crossover network has been fully redesigned with new components and revised topology for improved phase coherence and driver integration. The driver complement, cabinet dimensions, and overall slim profile remain consistent with the original A2, preserving the placement flexibility and compact footprint that made the original model a popular choice for smaller rooms and secondary systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor A2.2 compare to the Q Acoustics 3050i and the Monitor Audio Bronze 200?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A2.2, the Q Acoustics 3050i, and the Monitor Audio Bronze 200 are all compact floorstanding loudspeakers positioned for smaller rooms and entry-level to mid-range systems, but they differ substantially in design approach. The A2.2 uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone driver, built in-house at Spendor's Sheffield manufacturing facility, with Dynamic Damping cabinet technology and a Sorbothane constrained layer for lower noise floor and reduced cabinet coloration. The Q Acoustics 3050i uses a 2.5-way configuration with a dedicated bass driver for added low-frequency output, and its Point to Point bracing system targets cabinet resonance from a different engineering angle. The Monitor Audio Bronze 200 uses Monitor Audio's C-CAM gold ceramic dome tweeter and a 2.5-way driver arrangement, delivering a different balance of top-end sparkle and bass weight. Listeners who prioritise the combination of UK craftsmanship, a musically natural EP77 midrange, and genuinely space-saving dimensions will find the A2.2 a strong contender in its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Sorbothane damping layer used in the Spendor A2.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorbothane is a proprietary viscoelastic polymer material that is bonded to the inner surfaces of the A2.2 cabinet walls as a constrained damping layer. When the cabinet walls are excited by driver vibration, the Sorbothane layer absorbs and dissipates that energy as heat rather than allowing it to re-radiate as sound. This constrained layer approach was introduced across the entire A-Line Mark 2 series in 2025 and reduces time smearing and lowers the noise floor within the cabinet, producing a cleaner presentation of instruments and vocals compared to relying solely on internal bracing and loose damping material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor A2.2 work in a very small room or bedroom system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor A2.2 is particularly well suited to small rooms, bedroom systems, and space-restricted listening environments. At just 786mm tall, 150mm wide, and 258mm deep, the A2.2 has a smaller overall footprint than most standmount speakers mounted on dedicated stands, while also delivering bass extension to 46Hz in a typical room. Its 8-ohm nominal impedance and 25-watt minimum amplifier requirement mean it integrates readily with compact integrated amplifiers and streaming amplifiers designed for smaller systems. Music remains tuneful and articulate even when the A2.2 is positioned close to a wall, making it practical in rooms where placement flexibility is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier works best with the Spendor A2.2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A2.2 is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 125 watts and is designed for broad amplifier compatibility. At 83dB sensitivity and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, it is moderately efficient and presents a stable, benign load to most quality integrated amplifiers. Compact integrated amplifiers from NAD, Audiolab, Cambridge Audio, and Rega in the 40 to 80 watt range are natural pairings that provide more than sufficient power for the A2.2 in rooms of typical size. Streaming amplifiers and all-in-one systems in the same power range are also effective matches, making the A2.2 a practical option for simplified or space-saving system builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor A2.2 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor A2.2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the A2.2 across all four available finishes and can arrange in-store demonstrations with compatible amplification and source components. Purchasing from an authorised Canadian Spendor dealer ensures full manufacturer warranty coverage and access to factory-backed service support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Black Oak","offer_id":39742732173480,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39742732206248,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oak","offer_id":39742732239016,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin White","offer_id":39742732271784,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/spendor-a2-1.jpg?v=1619212109"},{"product_id":"spendor-classic-4-5-loudspeaker","title":"Spendor Classic 4\/5 Loudspeaker (Pair)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712797379 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1560762646564\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eSpendor Classic 4\/5 Loudspeaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eThe Spendor Classic 4\/5 loudspeaker is the most charming and beautifully balanced sounding small Spendor Classic ever. A very compact shelf or stand mount, the Classic 4\/5 is a multi-talented loudspeaker, it delivers low frequencies with a remarkable sense of depth and extension and is notably free from the artificial brightness and over-blown bass which characterises the sound of most modern speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712761035 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1608132319388\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":162,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":422}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":198,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":198,\"w\":108,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":198,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":560,\"h\":176,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eType: 2-way sealed bookshelf\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":192,\"y\":234,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":608,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eDrive Units: LF 5.9” (150mm), HF 0.87” (22mm)\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":296,\"y\":253,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":712,\"abs_y\":513}'\u003eResponse: 55Hz – 25kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":162,\"y\":273,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":578,\"abs_y\":533}'\u003eImpedance: 8 Ohms\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":135,\"y\":292,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":551,\"abs_y\":552}'\u003eAmplifier: 25-100watts\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":312,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":566,\"abs_y\":572}'\u003eSensitivity: 84dB\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":112,\"y\":332,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":528,\"abs_y\":592}'\u003eCrossover: 4.2kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":351,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003eDimensions: 12” x 7” x 6” (308 x 188 x 165mm)\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":297,\"y\":371,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":713,\"abs_y\":631}'\u003eWeight: 11lbs (5kg)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39742962041000,"sku":null,"price":3900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":39742962106536,"sku":null,"price":3900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/Spendor_Classic_4_5_natural-walnut-vinylsound.jpg?v=1619199968"},{"product_id":"spendor-classic-3-1-loudspeaker","title":"Spendor Classic 3\/1 Loudspeaker (Pair)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712797379 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1560762646564\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":133,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eSpendor Classic 3\/1 Loudspeaker (Pair)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":98,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eThe Classic 3\/1 is built around the Spendor 18cm bassmid drive unit. The 3\/1 is efficient and very every easy to drive. Equally at home with tube or solid-state electronics, analogue or digital sources, it always delivers truly enthralling sound. A versatile dedicated stand-mount that will work in smaller rooms and close to walls, the Spendor Classic 3\/1 continues to offer the ultimate in pure listening pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712761035 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1608132319388\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":143,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":403}'\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":162,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":422}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":198,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":198,\"w\":108,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":198,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":458}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":234,\"w\":560,\"h\":176,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eType: 2-way reflex standmount\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":201,\"y\":234,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":617,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eDrive Units: LF 7.08” (180mm), HF 0.87” (22mm) \u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":303,\"y\":253,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":719,\"abs_y\":513}'\u003eResponse: 40Hz - 25kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":160,\"y\":273,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":576,\"abs_y\":533}'\u003eImpedance: 8 Ohms\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":135,\"y\":292,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":551,\"abs_y\":552}'\u003eAmplifier: 25-150watts\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":312,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":566,\"abs_y\":572}'\u003eSensitivity: 88dB\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":112,\"y\":332,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":528,\"abs_y\":592}'\u003eCrossover: 3.7kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":351,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003eDimensions: 16” x 9” x 11” (395 x 220 x 285mm)\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":305,\"y\":371,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":721,\"abs_y\":631}'\u003eWeight: 22lbs (10kg)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39742987763880,"sku":null,"price":6200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":39742987796648,"sku":null,"price":6200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/Spendor_Classic_3.1_Cherry-vinyl-sound.jpg?v=1619200277"},{"product_id":"spendor-classic-2-3-loudspeaker","title":"Spendor Classic 2\/3 Loudspeaker (Each)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712797379 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":114,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":114,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1560762646564\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":114,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":114,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eSpendor Classic 2\/3 Loudspeaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":269}'\u003eA larger two-way design built around the 22cm Spendor drive unit, the easy going nature of the Classic 2\/3 draws you into the music in a natural and unfatiguing manner. With greater punch and weight but never at the expense of finesse, the Classic 2\/3 delivers a truly captivating sound with unprecedented transparency and dynamic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1560712761035 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":123,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":383}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":123,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":383}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1608132319388\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":123,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":383}'\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":123,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":383}'\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":560,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":178,\"w\":108,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":178,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":438}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":214,\"w\":560,\"h\":176,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":474}'\u003eType: 2-way reflex standmount\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":201,\"y\":214,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":617,\"abs_y\":474}'\u003eDrive Units: LF 8.26” (210mm), HF 0.87” (22mm)\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":303,\"y\":234,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":719,\"abs_y\":494}'\u003eResponse: 35Hz - 25kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":160,\"y\":253,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":576,\"abs_y\":513}'\u003eImpedance: 8 Ohms\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":135,\"y\":273,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":551,\"abs_y\":533}'\u003eAmplifier: 25-200watts\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":292,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":566,\"abs_y\":552}'\u003eSensitivity: 88dB\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":112,\"y\":312,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":528,\"abs_y\":572}'\u003eCrossover: 3.6kHz\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":120,\"y\":332,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":536,\"abs_y\":592}'\u003eDimensions: 21” x 11” x 13” (543 x 273 x 338mm)\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":312,\"y\":351,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":728,\"abs_y\":611}'\u003eWeight: 33.1lbs (15kg)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39742999691432,"sku":null,"price":4450.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":39742999724200,"sku":null,"price":4450.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/Spendor-Classic-2.3-Natural_Walnut-vinyl-sound.jpg?v=1619200547"},{"product_id":"spendor-classic-1-2-loudspeaker","title":"Spendor Classic 1\/2 Loudspeaker (Each)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpendor Classic 1\/2 Standmount Loudspeaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 1\/2 is a 3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker from Spendor (Sheffield, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. A direct descendant of the celebrated Spendor BC1 of 1969, the Classic 1\/2 is Spendor's largest current standmount design and applies BBC-heritage thin-walled cabinet engineering to a three-driver array comprising a \u003cstrong\u003e210mm (8.26\") bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003e150mm (5.9\") midrange driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003e22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crossover points are set at 415Hz and 2.7kHz. With an \u003cstrong\u003e87dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, and bass extension to 30Hz in a typical room, the Classic 1\/2 is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 200 watts and is equally at home with valve and solid-state electronics. What Hi-Fi? awarded the Classic 1\/2 Five Stars in 2020, concluding that it offers a blend of strengths that rivals at its level struggle to match. Sold individually, it requires dedicated stands — Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBC1 Lineage — Thin-Walled Cabinet Philosophy and BBC Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor BC1, launched in 1969, was the company's founding product and one of the defining loudspeakers of its era, realising the speaker design principles developed by Spencer Hughes while working at the BBC's research department. Its thin-walled cabinet construction — a deliberate departure from the rigid-box approach favoured by most manufacturers — allowed the resonant frequency of the cabinet panels to be pushed down into the lower bass range where it is far less likely to colour the midrange or upper frequencies. The Classic 1\/2 continues this tradition with precisely the same fundamental philosophy: thin-walled side panels treated with elastomer Dynamic Damping pads bonded to their inner surfaces, which control unwanted panel behaviour without eliminating the subtle low-frequency contribution to warmth and tonal colour that makes the Classic Series sound so musically distinctive. What Hi-Fi? confirmed this approach when reviewing the Classic 1\/2, noting that tapping the cabinet produces a low, slightly hollow thud quite unlike the sound of a conventionally braced rigid enclosure. Spendor is one of very few loudspeaker manufacturers that builds its own cabinets in-house, and the craftsmanship of the Classic 1\/2's real wood veneer, crisp edges, and precise joinery reflects that capability directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThree-Way Driver Array — 210mm Bass, 150mm Midrange, 22mm Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 1\/2's three-driver configuration is a deliberate engineering choice that mirrors the approach of the original BC1 and its successors, placing a dedicated midrange driver between the bass and tweeter to handle the critical vocal range without the crossover compromises of a two-way design. The 210mm bass driver crosses over at 415Hz to a 150mm midrange driver, which in turn crosses over to the 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter at 2.7kHz. All three drivers are current-generation units developed for the updated Classic range, built on cast magnesium alloy chassis with high-efficiency motor systems, optimised electro-dynamic damping, and excellent thermal dissipation. The crossover network is calibrated for seamless phase alignment and tonal integration across all three transition points, with tri-wire binding posts on the rear panel supporting bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations. What Hi-Fi? noted that detail levels are high throughout, with the Classic 1\/2 able to track multiple instrumental strands without congestion, and praised its class-leading composure and refinement at high listening levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBC1 Engineering Lineage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 1\/2's design heritage traces directly to the Spendor BC1 of 1969, realising BBC-developed speaker design principles that have been refined and evolved over more than five decades of Spendor production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin-Walled BBC-Heritage Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deliberately non-rigid side panels with elastomer Dynamic Damping pads push cabinet resonance down into the bass range, preserving midrange clarity and contributing the subtle warmth and musical charm that defines the Classic Series sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e210mm Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-diameter woofer with a modern cast magnesium alloy chassis and high-efficiency motor system, handing over to the dedicated midrange at 415Hz and extending bass to 30Hz in a typical room via reflex loading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150mm Midrange Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated midrange unit covers the critical vocal and instrumental range from 415Hz to 2.7kHz, eliminating the crossover compromises inherent in two-way designs across the most sensitive frequency band for human hearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Wide-Surround Soft-Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and even high-frequency dispersion with a crossover handover at 2.7kHz for seamless integration with the midrange driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e415Hz and 2.7kHz Three-Way Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A carefully calibrated crossover network aimed at seamless driver integration and good phase alignment, with tri-wire binding post terminals supporting bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflex Port Loading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass-reflex enclosure extends low-frequency response to 30Hz in a typical room, providing deep and natural bass from a standmount cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e87dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stable and easy-to-drive load, compatible with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts and solid-state designs up to 200 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-House Cabinet Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor builds its own cabinets at its Sheffield facility, one of very few loudspeaker manufacturers with this capability. The Classic 1\/2 benefits from the resulting precision of fit, finish, and veneer application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry and Walnut Veneer Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality real wood veneer available in cherry or walnut, hand-applied with crisp edges and a satin finish on a satin black plinth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequires Dedicated Stands:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 1\/2 is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands. Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately from Vinyl Sound Toronto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Classic 1\/2 is hand-assembled at Spendor's Sheffield facility as part of the Classic range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 1\/2 is priced and sold as a single unit. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLF 210mm (8.26\"), MF 150mm (5.9\"), HF 22mm (0.87\") soft dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e415Hz \/ 2.7kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e30Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e87dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-200 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTri-wire precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e621mm \/ 24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e308mm \/ 12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e374mm \/ 15\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e22kg \/ 48.5 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCherry or Walnut veneer with satin black plinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStands\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDedicated stands required, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHand-assembled in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIndividually (each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and Critical Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? Five Stars — \"The Classic 1\/2s play on their retro-appeal, but also offer a blend of strengths that rivals struggle to match\" — 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFairaudio (Germany) — Praised for exceptional spatial realism and natural, coherent sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor Classic 1\/2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 1\/2 is a 3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and is Spendor's largest current standmount design in the Classic range. It features a 210mm bass driver, a 150mm midrange driver, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter in a thin-walled, reflex-loaded cabinet with elastomer Dynamic Damping panels. Key specifications include an 87dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a 30Hz to 25kHz frequency response, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 200 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Classic 1\/2 is sold individually, awarded Five Stars by What Hi-Fi? in 2020, and requires dedicated stands. Two units are needed for a stereo pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the connection between the Spendor Classic 1\/2 and the original BC1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor BC1, launched in 1969, was Spendor's founding loudspeaker and one of the most celebrated BBC-influenced monitor designs of its era. Its thin-walled cabinet construction, dedicated midrange driver, and BBC-derived approach to panel damping established the engineering principles that the Classic range has continued to refine over more than five decades. The Classic 1\/2 carries the same fundamental philosophy: a three-way driver arrangement covering bass, midrange, and tweeter independently, a thin-walled cabinet that uses damping rather than rigid bracing to control resonance, and a tuning that prioritises natural tonal warmth and musical coherence over measurement-optimised neutrality. The driver materials, crossover components, and damping technology are entirely modern, but the engineering priorities are continuous with the original BC1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 1\/2 compare to the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD and the ATC SCM40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 1\/2, the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD, and the ATC SCM40 are three of the most distinguished large-format BBC-heritage standmount loudspeakers available, each a direct expression of a distinct interpretation of the studio monitor tradition. The Classic 1\/2 uses a three-way driver layout with a dedicated 150mm midrange driver, thin-walled BBC-style cabinet construction with elastomer damping, and a reflex-loaded enclosure extending to 30Hz, producing the warm, cohesive, and musically engaging character that What Hi-Fi? awarded Five Stars. The Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD uses Harbeth's RADIAL cone technology in a sealed BBC-legacy cabinet with a two-way layout, offering a tonally natural and vocal-focused presentation that shares DNA with the Spendor but through different means. The ATC SCM40 is a three-way sealed design with ATC's 75mm soft dome midrange, delivering a more analytically precise presentation that is widely used in professional recording studios. All three speakers reward quality amplifier pairing and dedicated stand use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the Spendor Classic 1\/2 use a thin-walled cabinet rather than a rigid braced enclosure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpendor's thin-walled cabinet approach is a deliberate engineering philosophy rooted in BBC research conducted in the 1960s. Making a cabinet maximally rigid pushes its resonant frequency upward into the midrange, where human hearing is most sensitive to coloration. By keeping the cabinet walls relatively thin and applying elastomer damping pads to their inner surfaces, Spendor moves the resonant frequency down into the bass range where it is far less audible, and then controls it with viscoelastic damping rather than suppressing it entirely with heavy bracing. The result is a cabinet that contributes a subtle, controlled warmth to the low-frequency presentation without allowing resonances to appear in the midrange. What Hi-Fi? confirmed this character when reviewing the Classic 1\/2, noting that tapping the cabinet produces a quite different sound from a conventionally rigid enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat stands does the Spendor Classic 1\/2 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 1\/2 is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands. Spendor's matching Classic Stand uses a stainless steel and alloy construction that Spendor designs specifically to complement the Classic Series cabinet's damping philosophy and resonance behaviour. These stands are a meaningful investment but provide the mechanical isolation and height positioning the Classic 1\/2 requires to perform at its best. Vinyl Sound in Toronto stocks and can advise on the Spendor Classic Stand for the 1\/2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier pairings work well with the Spendor Classic 1\/2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 1\/2 has an 87dB sensitivity and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 200 watts and well-suited to valve amplification from 25 watts upward. What Hi-Fi? used a high-end Burmester pre\/power combination when reviewing the Classic 1\/2, noting that speakers at this level demand a top-class system. Integrated amplifiers from Naim, Luxman, McIntosh, Pass Labs, and Line Magnetic are frequently cited as natural companions for Classic Series loudspeakers. Higher-powered solid-state amplifiers from 100 to 200 watts will maximise the Classic 1\/2's authority and composure at high listening levels in larger rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor Classic 1\/2 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 1\/2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold individually. Vinyl Sound can arrange in-store demonstrations of the Classic 1\/2 on appropriate stands with compatible amplification and source components. 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A distinguished model in Spendor's Classic range with engineering lineage that traces directly to the Spendor BC3 of the early 1970s, the Classic 100 combines a new generation of drive units with BBC-heritage cabinet philosophy. Its driver array centres on a \u003cstrong\u003e310mm (12.2\") paper and Kevlar composite cone bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e in a diecast alloy chassis, paired with a \u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crossover points are set at 490Hz and 3.6kHz. With an \u003cstrong\u003e89dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, the Classic 100 works equally well with valve and solid-state amplification from 25 to 250 watts, extending bass to 25Hz in a typical listening room. Sold individually, it requires dedicated stands and weighs 36kg (79.4 lbs) per cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBC3 Lineage — Large-Format Standmount with BBC-Heritage Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor BC3 launched in 1973 as the professional companion to the iconic BC1, designed for studio monitoring applications that required deeper bass extension and greater dynamic capability than the smaller model could provide. The Classic 100 continues this tradition in an updated form, retaining the fundamental design priorities of a large-diameter woofer, a dedicated midrange driver, and a BBC-derived approach to cabinet panel behaviour, while incorporating modern driver materials, high-efficiency motor systems, cast magnesium alloy chassis, and a meticulously refined crossover network. The reflex-loaded enclosure of the Classic 100 allows the large 310mm bass driver to reach 25Hz in a typical room, a low-frequency extension that is exceptional for a standmount loudspeaker. The cabinet features Spendor's elastomer Dynamic Damping panels bonded to the inner surface of the walnut-veneered side panels, controlling resonant behaviour at low frequencies while allowing the subtle contribution to warmth and musical character that has defined the Classic Series sound for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThree-Way Driver Array — Paper\/Kevlar Bass, EP77 Midrange, Soft-Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 100's bass driver uses a rigid, lightweight paper and Kevlar composite cone in a diecast alloy chassis, engineered specifically for Spendor's larger Classic Series models. The paper and Kevlar composite construction combines the natural internal damping of paper with the stiffness of Kevlar reinforcement, producing a bass driver that is both well-controlled and musically engaging at the low frequencies that define the model's exceptional reach. At 490Hz this driver hands over to the 180mm midrange unit, which uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone — the same material applied across the D-Line range — in a cast magnesium alloy chassis for ultra-low coloration and natural reproduction across the vocal range. A 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter completes the three-way array, crossing over at 3.6kHz with a carefully voiced transition that integrates cleanly with the EP77 midrange. Tri-wire binding posts on the rear panel support bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations for audiophile-grade system assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBC3-Lineage Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100's design heritage traces to the Spendor BC3 of 1973, one of the original large-format BBC-inspired professional studio monitors, updated with entirely new driver materials and crossover technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e310mm Paper and Kevlar Composite Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-diameter woofer in a diecast alloy chassis combining the natural damping of paper with Kevlar stiffness reinforcement, delivering bass extension to 25Hz from a standmount enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 Polymer Cone Midrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary in-house polymer cone material, shared with the D-Line series, provides ultra-low coloration and natural, detailed midrange reproduction across the critical vocal and upper-bass frequency range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Wide-Surround Soft-Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, even high-frequency dispersion with a crossover handover at 3.6kHz for seamless integration with the EP77 midrange driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e490Hz and 3.6kHz Three-Way Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A meticulously refined crossover network with tri-wire binding post terminals, supporting bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations for high-end system builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflex Port Loading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass-reflex enclosure extends low-frequency response to 25Hz in a typical room, providing deep and powerful bass output from a standmount cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElastomer Dynamic Damping Panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscoelastic damping pads bonded to the inner surfaces of the walnut-veneered side panels control cabinet wall resonance at low frequencies, contributing the warmth and musical charm that defines the Classic Series character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stable and easy-to-drive load, compatible with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts and high-powered solid-state designs up to 250 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalnut Veneer Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality walnut veneer hand-applied to the side and rear panels, with crisp edges and a satin finish on a dynamically-damped satin black plinth with four levelling feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequires Dedicated Stands:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100 is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands. Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately from Vinyl Sound Toronto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Classic 100 is hand-assembled at Spendor's Sheffield facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100 is priced and sold as a single unit. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLF 310mm (12.2\") paper and Kevlar composite cone, MF 180mm (7.08\") EP77 polymer cone, HF 22mm (0.87\") soft dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e490Hz \/ 3.6kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e89dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-250 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTri-wire precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e700mm \/ 28\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e370mm \/ 15\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e433mm \/ 17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e36kg \/ 79.4 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWalnut veneer with satin black plinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStands\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDedicated stands required, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHand-assembled in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIndividually (each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor Classic 100?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100 is a 3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, with engineering lineage tracing to the Spendor BC3 of 1973. It features a 310mm paper and Kevlar composite bass driver, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange, and a 22mm soft-dome tweeter in a walnut-veneered reflex-loaded cabinet. Key specifications include an 89dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a 25Hz to 25kHz frequency response, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 250 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Classic 100 is sold individually, requires dedicated stands, and two units are needed for a stereo pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 100 differ from the Classic 100Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100Ti adds a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle to the standard Classic 100, which is finished entirely in walnut veneer. The titanium baffle of the 100Ti provides a more rigid and inert driver mounting surface and a visually distinctive premium identity. The driver complement, reflex port loading, crossover frequencies, cabinet dimensions, Dynamic Damping panel construction, and fundamental sonic character are shared between the Classic 100 and Classic 100Ti. Listeners who prefer a traditional all-veneer aesthetic will find the standard Classic 100 retains all the engineering substance of the Ti variant at a lower entry cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 100 compare to the ATC SCM50 and the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100, the ATC SCM50, and the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD are among the most respected large-format BBC-heritage standmount loudspeakers available, each representing a distinct approach to the studio monitor tradition. The Classic 100 uses a 310mm paper and Kevlar composite bass driver in a reflex-loaded cabinet with Spendor's EP77 polymer cone midrange and elastomer-damped walnut panels, producing the warm, rich, and musically engaging character that defines the Classic range. The ATC SCM50 is a sealed-enclosure design built around ATC's 75mm soft dome midrange driver, delivering a more forensically accurate presentation favoured in professional studio environments. The Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD uses Harbeth's RADIAL cone technology in a BBC-legacy thin-walled sealed cabinet, with a natural tonal balance and vocal clarity that share priorities with the Spendor but achieved through different driver and cabinet choices. All three reward careful amplifier selection and dedicated stand use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor BC3, and why does it matter to the Classic 100?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor BC3 was a 3-way professional monitor loudspeaker launched in 1973, developed as the larger companion to the celebrated BC1. Designed for studio environments that required more dynamic authority and deeper bass extension than the BC1 could provide, the BC3 was built around a large-diameter woofer, a dedicated midrange driver, and Spendor's BBC-derived approach to cabinet panel behaviour. It became a reference monitor in professional recording facilities and a sought-after audiophile loudspeaker in its own right. The Classic 100 continues this tradition with new driver materials, modern motor systems, updated crossover components, and Spendor's current Dynamic Damping cabinet technology, while preserving the fundamental engineering priorities that made the BC3 distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat stands does the Spendor Classic 100 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100 is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands to perform correctly. Spendor's matching Classic Stand is specifically engineered to complement the Classic Series cabinet dimensions and damping philosophy, providing stable mechanical coupling between the heavy 36kg cabinet and the floor at the correct listening height. Standard bookshelf speaker stands of typical height are generally too tall for the Classic 100. Vinyl Sound in Toronto stocks and can advise on the appropriate Spendor Classic Stand configuration for the Classic 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier works best with the Spendor Classic 100?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 100 has a sensitivity of 89dB and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, making it compatible with amplification from 25 to 250 watts and well-suited to valve amplifiers from 25 watts upward. Its stable impedance load and high sensitivity mean it does not place demanding requirements on the amplifier's output stage, a characteristic shared across Spendor's Classic range. Integrated amplifiers and separates from manufacturers including Naim, Luxman, McIntosh, Pass Labs, and Line Magnetic are frequently paired with Classic Series loudspeakers. Higher-powered solid-state designs from 100 to 250 watts allow the Classic 100 to reach its full dynamic capability and bass authority at higher listening levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor Classic 100 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold individually. Vinyl Sound can arrange in-store demonstrations of the Classic 100 on appropriate stands with compatible high-end amplification and source components. 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A premium variant of the Classic 100, the 100Ti adds a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle to the proven engineering of one of Spendor's most distinguished Classic Series designs, whose roots trace directly to the legendary Spendor BC3 of the 1970s. The driver complement includes a \u003cstrong\u003e310mm (12.2\") paper and Kevlar composite cone bass driver\u003c\/strong\u003e in a diecast alloy chassis, a \u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003e22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, with crossover points at 490Hz and 3.6kHz. With an \u003cstrong\u003e89dB sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, the Classic 100Ti is equally at home with valve and solid-state amplification from 25 to 250 watts. It is sold individually and requires dedicated stands — Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTitanium Baffle and BBC-Heritage Cabinet Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 100Ti's most visible distinction from the standard Classic 100 is its multilayer brushed titanium front baffle, which provides an exceptionally rigid and inert mounting surface for the three drive units. Titanium's combination of high stiffness and low mass makes it one of the most effective materials available for preventing front panel resonances from colouring the sound, ensuring the drive units operate against a completely stable reference surface regardless of playback level. The walnut-veneered side panels are constructed following Spendor's Classic Series approach: relatively thin-walled, lightly braced, and treated with elastomer Dynamic Damping panels bonded to their inner surfaces. This deliberate design allows the panels to flex slightly at low frequencies in concert with the bass driver, a controlled behaviour that Spendor has refined over decades and associates with the warmth and musical charm that defines the Classic Series sound. The cabinet sits on a dynamically-damped satin black plinth with four levelling feet for stable coupling to dedicated stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThree-Way Driver Array — 310mm Bass, EP77 Midrange, Soft-Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 100Ti's driver array is built around a 310mm bass driver using a rigid, lightweight paper and Kevlar composite cone in a diecast alloy chassis with a high-efficiency motor system, optimised electro-dynamic damping, and excellent thermal dissipation. At 490Hz this driver hands over to the 180mm midrange unit, which uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone — the same material used across the D-Line range — for ultra-low coloration and natural tonal character in the vocal range. A 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter completes the array, crossing over from the midrange at 3.6kHz. The crossover network was meticulously refined for driver coherence and phase alignment, and the rear panel features tri-wire binding posts to support bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations. The reflex port loading of the Classic 100Ti extends bass output down to 25Hz in a typical room, providing considerably deeper low-frequency reach than its compact standmount dimensions would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultilayer Brushed Titanium Front Baffle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rigid, inert driver mounting surface that prevents front panel resonances from colouring the sound and gives the Classic 100Ti its distinctive premium visual identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e310mm Paper and Kevlar Composite Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-diameter woofer in a diecast alloy chassis with a high-efficiency motor system, delivering authoritative bass extension to 25Hz from a standmount cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 Polymer Cone Midrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary in-house polymer cone material, shared with the D-Line series, provides ultra-low coloration and natural, detailed midrange reproduction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Wide-Surround Soft-Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and even high-frequency dispersion with a crossover handover at 3.6kHz for seamless integration with the EP77 midrange driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e490Hz and 3.6kHz Three-Way Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A meticulously refined crossover network with tri-wire binding post terminals, supporting bi-wire and tri-wire cable configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflex Port Loading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass-reflex enclosure extends low-frequency response to 25Hz in a typical room, providing deep and powerful bass output from a compact cabinet footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElastomer Dynamic Damping Panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscoelastic damping pads bonded to the inner walnut side panels control cabinet wall behaviour at low frequencies, contributing Spendor's characteristic warmth and musical charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e High sensitivity and a stable impedance load, compatible with valve amplifiers from 25 watts and high-powered solid-state designs up to 250 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBC3-Lineage Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100's design heritage traces directly to the Spendor BC3 of the early 1970s, one of the original BBC-inspired studio monitors, updated with modern drive units, damping materials, and crossover components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalnut Veneer Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality walnut veneer hand-applied to the side and rear panels, with crisp edges and a satin finish consistent across all Classic Series models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequires Dedicated Stands:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100Ti is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands. Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately from Vinyl Sound Toronto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Classic 100Ti is hand-assembled at Spendor's Sheffield facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 100Ti is priced and sold as a single unit. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLF 310mm (12.2\") paper and Kevlar composite cone, MF 180mm (7.08\") EP77 polymer cone, HF 22mm (0.87\") soft dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e490Hz \/ 3.6kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e89dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-250 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTri-wire precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e700mm \/ 28\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e370mm \/ 15\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e433mm \/ 17\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e36kg \/ 79.4 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWalnut veneer with multilayer brushed titanium front baffle\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStands\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDedicated stands required, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHand-assembled in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIndividually (each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor Classic 100Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100Ti is a 3-way reflex standmount loudspeaker handbuilt in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and is a premium variant of the Classic 100 in the Spendor Classic series. It features a 310mm paper and Kevlar composite bass driver, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange, and a 22mm soft-dome tweeter, in a walnut-veneered cabinet with a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle. Key specifications include an 89dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a 25Hz to 25kHz frequency response, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 250 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Classic 100Ti is sold individually and requires dedicated stands. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 100Ti differ from the standard Classic 100?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100Ti adds a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle to the standard Classic 100, which is finished in walnut veneer across its entire cabinet. The titanium baffle provides a more rigid and inert driver mounting surface, preventing the front panel from contributing resonance or coloration, and gives the 100Ti its visually distinctive premium identity. The driver complement, reflex port loading, crossover frequencies, cabinet dimensions, and overall sonic character are shared between the Classic 100 and Classic 100Ti. Listeners who want the Classic 100's BBC-heritage warmth and authority with the added visual and structural benefit of the titanium baffle will find the 100Ti the natural choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 100Ti compare to the ATC SCM50 and the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100Ti, the ATC SCM50, and the Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD are three of the most respected large-format BBC-heritage standmount loudspeakers available, each embodying a distinct interpretation of the monitor tradition. The Classic 100Ti uses a 310mm paper and Kevlar composite bass driver in a reflex-loaded cabinet with Spendor's EP77 polymer cone midrange and Dynamic Damping walnut panels, producing the warm, rich, and musically engaging character that defines the Classic range. The ATC SCM50 uses ATC's renowned 75mm soft dome midrange driver in a sealed enclosure, delivering a more forensically accurate and neutral presentation favoured in professional recording environments. The Harbeth Monitor 30.2 XD uses Harbeth's proprietary RADIAL cone technology and BBC-legacy thin-walled cabinet construction, with a natural and tonally balanced character that shares priorities with the Spendor but with different driver materials and voicing choices. All three speakers demand quality amplifier matching and careful stand selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the EP77 polymer cone used in the Classic 100Ti's midrange driver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP77 is Spendor's proprietary cone material, developed and manufactured entirely in-house using custom thermo-moulding equipment at the company's Sheffield facility. The compound is engineered for low internal coloration and high structural damping, producing a midrange driver that retrieves fine musical detail without the hardness of metal cones or the softness of standard paper alternatives. EP77 is used across Spendor's A-Line and D-Line ranges as the mid\/bass cone material, and in the Classic Series specifically as the dedicated midrange driver where it handles the vocal and upper-bass frequency range between the crossover points at 490Hz and 3.6kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Spendor Classic 100Ti require dedicated stands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor Classic 100Ti is a standmount loudspeaker and must be used on dedicated stands to perform correctly. Spendor's matching Classic Stand is available separately and is specifically designed to complement the Classic Series cabinet dimensions and damping philosophy. The stand positions the Classic 100Ti at the correct listening height and provides stable mechanical coupling between the heavy 36kg cabinet and the floor. Vinyl Sound in Toronto can supply and advise on the appropriate stand configuration for the Classic 100Ti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier works best with the Spendor Classic 100Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 100Ti has a sensitivity of 89dB and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, making it compatible with a wide range of amplification from 25 to 250 watts. Its high sensitivity and stable impedance load mean it performs well with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts upward, a compatibility that is consistent across Spendor's Classic range. Higher-powered solid-state amplifiers from 100 to 250 watts allow the Classic 100Ti to reach its full dynamic capability at higher listening levels. Integrated amplifiers and separates from manufacturers including Pass Labs, Naim, Luxman, and McIntosh are frequently paired with Classic Series loudspeakers by listeners who appreciate the combination of BBC-heritage voicing with high-quality amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor Classic 100Ti in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 100Ti is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold individually. Vinyl Sound can arrange in-store demonstrations of the Classic 100Ti on appropriate stands with compatible high-end amplification and source components. 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The top model in Spendor's Classic range in standard finish, the Classic 200 applies BBC-derived infinite baffle cabinet loading and Spendor's heritage engineering philosophy to a large-format three-way design with dual 310mm (12.2\") Bextrene bass drivers reinforced by Kevlar centre caps, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter. The sealed enclosure produces a \u003cstrong\u003efrequency response from 20Hz to 25kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003esensitivity of 89dB\u003c\/strong\u003e and broad compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 300 watts. Weighing 55kg (121 lbs) each and available in cherry or natural walnut veneer, the Classic 200 is hand-assembled in the UK and sold individually. What Hi-Fi? described it as \"an appealing mix of retro design, unforced dynamics, subtlety and muscle,\" praising its \"smooth, effortless presentation,\" \"lovely midrange,\" and \"excellent bass.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSealed Infinite Baffle Loading — BBC Engineering Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 200 uses a sealed infinite baffle cabinet loading — the original BBC approach to loudspeaker bass reproduction, developed at the corporation's engineering department in the 1960s and refined by Spendor over five decades of production. A sealed enclosure rolls off at 12dB per octave below its resonant frequency, a gradual and musically forgiving characteristic that produces bass that is tight, fast, and naturally behaved in a wide range of rooms. The absence of a port removes the turbulence, group delay, and sharp low-frequency cut-off that affect most ported designs, and makes the Classic 200 substantially less sensitive to rear-wall distance than bass-reflex speakers of comparable scale. This property simplifies room setup and allows the speaker to perform consistently whether positioned close to the wall or further into the room. The thin-walled cabinet construction is a deliberate continuation of the BBC approach: rather than making panels as rigid as possible, Spendor keeps them relatively light and applies elastomer damping pads to control resonance at low frequencies, preventing panel resonances from falling into the sensitive midrange where they would be most audible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThree-Way Driver Array and Refined Crossover Network\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 200's four-driver array combines two 310mm Bextrene bass drivers — each reinforced with a large Kevlar centre cap for improved stiffness and low coloration at the cone's most energetic point — with a 180mm midrange driver using Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone in a cast magnesium alloy chassis, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter. Crossover points are set at 550Hz and 3.8kHz, with a tri-wire terminal configuration on the rear panel allowing audiophile-grade bi- and tri-wire cable configurations. The crossover network was meticulously refined alongside the driver complement, with component selection and topology optimised for phase coherence and seamless tonal integration across all three driver sections. What Hi-Fi? noted the Classic 200 delivers \"impressively powerful lows with a precision and agility we just aren't expecting,\" with \"a pleasingly even frequency balance — nicely cohesive, with no one part sticking out.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed Infinite Baffle Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e BBC-derived cabinet loading produces tight, fast, and naturally rolling bass with a 12dB-per-octave roll-off, with substantially reduced sensitivity to rear-wall proximity compared to ported designs of similar scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 310mm (12.2\") Bextrene Bass Drivers with Kevlar Centre Caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two large-diameter woofers in a sealed enclosure provide effortless dynamic authority and deep bass extension, with Kevlar reinforcement at the cone centre for improved stiffness and reduced coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 Polymer Cone Midrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary polymer cone material in a cast magnesium alloy chassis delivers the low-coloration, natural midrange character that defines the Classic Series sound across five decades of production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Wide-Surround Soft-Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth and even high-frequency dispersion with a crossover handover at 3.8kHz for seamless integration with the midrange driver above the vocal range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElastomer Panel Damping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscoelastic damping pads bonded to the inner side panels control cabinet wall behaviour at low frequencies, preventing resonance from falling into the audible midrange while allowing subtle panel contribution to the Classic's warm character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e550Hz and 3.8kHz Three-Way Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A meticulously refined crossover network with tri-wire binding post terminals, supporting bi-wire and tri-wire configurations for audiophile cable connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high sensitivity for a sealed-box design of this scale, compatible with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts and high-powered solid-state designs up to 300 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry or Walnut Veneer Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality real wood veneer available in cherry or natural walnut, hand-applied to a large-format cabinet with a satin finish on a dynamically-damped satin black plinth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Classic 200 is hand-assembled at Spendor's UK facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 200 is priced and sold as a single unit. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3-way sealed floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2x LF 310mm (12.2\") Bextrene with Kevlar centre cap, MF 180mm (7.08\") EP77 polymer cone, HF 22mm (0.87\") soft dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e550Hz \/ 3.8kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e20Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e89dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-300 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTri-wire precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1,117mm \/ 44\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e368mm \/ 14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e513mm \/ 20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55kg \/ 121.3 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCherry or Natural Walnut veneer with satin black plinth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHand-assembled in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIndividually (each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and Critical Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? — \"An appealing mix of retro design, unforced dynamics, subtlety and muscle\" — 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor Classic 200?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200 is a 3-way sealed floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in the United Kingdom and is the flagship model of Spendor's Classic range in standard finish. It features dual 310mm Bextrene bass drivers with Kevlar centre caps, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter in a sealed infinite baffle enclosure with real wood veneer side panels. Key specifications include an 89dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a 20Hz to 25kHz frequency response, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 300 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Classic 200 is sold individually and is offered in cherry or natural walnut veneer finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 200 differ from the Classic 200Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200Ti adds a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle to the standard Classic 200, and also upgrades the bass drivers from Bextrene cones with Kevlar centre caps to full Kevlar-composite cone units in diecast alloy chassis with new suspension and surround materials. The titanium baffle provides a more rigid driver mounting surface and a distinctly premium visual identity. The sealed infinite baffle cabinet loading, EP77 polymer cone midrange, 22mm tweeter, tri-wire terminals, and core crossover architecture are shared across both models. Listeners who want the standard Classic 200's warm, natural voicing at a lower entry point will find the two speakers share the same fundamental BBC-heritage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 200 compare to the ATC SCM100 and the Harbeth Monitor 40.3 XD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200, the ATC SCM100, and the Harbeth Monitor 40.3 XD are three of the most prominent large-format BBC-heritage floorstanding loudspeakers available, each with a distinct interpretation of the sealed-enclosure, wide-baffle design tradition. The Classic 200 uses dual 310mm Bextrene bass drivers with Kevlar caps, a proprietary EP77 polymer midrange, and Spendor's controlled thin-walled cabinet voicing for a character What Hi-Fi? described as smooth, effortless, and musically engaging. The ATC SCM100 is an active or passive three-way with ATC's renowned dome midrange driver, offering a more clinical and high-accuracy presentation suited to professional monitoring and critical listening. The Harbeth Monitor 40.3 XD uses Harbeth's proprietary RADIAL cone material and BBC-legacy thin-walled construction, with a warm and natural tonal balance that shares much with the Spendor Classic approach but with different driver technology and voicing priorities. All three speakers reward patient amplifier matching and careful room setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the Spendor Classic 200 use Bextrene bass drivers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBextrene is a polymer material developed in the 1960s by the BBC specifically for loudspeaker cone use, chosen for its high internal damping and low coloration compared to the paper pulp cones that were standard at the time. Spendor has used Bextrene-based bass drivers in its large Classic models since the original SP2 of 1973, refining the material and cone geometry over five decades of production. In the Classic 200, the Bextrene cones are reinforced at their centres with a large Kevlar cap that adds stiffness at the cone's most dynamically active point without changing the material's fundamental damping character. The result is a bass driver that combines the historical warmth and natural quality of Bextrene with improved control at higher excursion levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier power does the Spendor Classic 200 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 200 has a sensitivity of 89dB and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, with a recommended amplifier range of 25 to 300 watts. Its high sensitivity for a sealed-box design of this scale means it can be driven satisfyingly with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts upward, making it one of the few large-format floorstanders genuinely well-suited to lower-powered tube amplification. Higher-powered solid-state amplifiers from 100 to 300 watts will maximise the speaker's dynamic capability at higher listening levels in larger rooms. The Classic 200 does not present a reactive or difficult impedance load, remaining well-controlled across the frequency range and compatible with a wide variety of amplifier topologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor Classic 200 be placed close to the rear wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor Classic 200 is more tolerant of close rear-wall placement than most ported floorstanders of its size. The sealed infinite baffle enclosure has no port to generate bass loading that changes with room boundary proximity, and its gradual 12dB-per-octave roll-off is much less sensitive to room interactions than bass-reflex loading. A placement of around 40cm from the rear wall is a practical starting point, with the speakers slightly toed in toward the listening position. The Classic 200's unfussy nature in a wide range of rooms is one of the qualities What Hi-Fi? specifically identified when reviewing the speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor Classic 200 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold individually. Vinyl Sound can arrange in-store demonstrations of the Classic 200 with compatible high-end amplification and source components. Purchasing from an authorised Canadian Spendor dealer ensures full manufacturer warranty coverage, factory-backed service support, and access to expert pairing advice for a speaker of this scale and investment level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Spendor","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":39743055528104,"sku":null,"price":20000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":39743055560872,"sku":null,"price":20000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/products\/Spendor-Classic-200-Cherry-vinyl-sound.jpg?v=1619201623"},{"product_id":"spendor-classic-200ti-loudspeaker","title":"Spendor Classic 200Ti Loudspeaker (Each)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpendor Classic 200Ti Floorstanding Loudspeaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 200Ti is a 3-way sealed floorstanding loudspeaker from Spendor (Sheffield, United Kingdom), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. The flagship of Spendor's Classic range, the 200Ti traces its engineering lineage directly to the BBC monitor designs of the 1960s and 1970s, updated with a new dual 310mm (12.2\") Kevlar-composite bass driver array, an EP77 polymer cone midrange, a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter, and a multilayer \u003cstrong\u003ebrushed titanium front baffle\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sealed infinite baffle enclosure extends to a \u003cstrong\u003efrequency response from 20Hz to 25kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003esensitivity of 89dB\u003c\/strong\u003e and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 300 watts. Weighing 55kg (121 lbs) each and standing 44 inches tall, the 200Ti is hand-assembled in the UK and sold individually. Hi-Fi News called it \"a great all-rounder with an enjoyable, likeable character that is huge fun to listen to,\" adding that it \"will slot right into many rooms and systems with ease.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSealed Infinite Baffle Loading — BBC Engineering Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 200Ti uses a sealed infinite baffle cabinet loading, the original BBC approach to bass reproduction that prioritises controlled, accurate bass over the extended low-frequency output of ported designs. A sealed enclosure rolls off at 12dB per octave below resonance, a gentler and more musically forgiving characteristic than the steeper roll-off of bass-reflex loading, and produces bass that is tight, fast, and natural rather than exaggerated or room-dependent. The practical advantage for listeners is significant: Hi-Fi News confirmed that the 200Ti can be placed less than a metre from the rear wall without the bass congestion that affects most ported designs, making it practical in rooms where deep speaker placement is not possible. The sealed cabinet also makes the 200Ti less sensitive to room boundary reinforcement effects, simplifying setup and broadening the range of rooms in which it can perform at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTitanium Baffle, Controlled Side Panels, and Three-Way Driver Array\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 200Ti's cabinet is a deliberate engineering contrast between its front and side surfaces. The multilayer brushed titanium front baffle provides an exceptionally rigid and inert mounting surface for the drive units, preventing the front panel from contributing resonance or coloration to the sound and giving the 200Ti its distinctive premium visual identity. The walnut-veneered side panels, by contrast, are relatively lightly braced with viscoelastic damping pads bonded to their inner surfaces. Spendor intentionally allows these panels to flex very slightly at low frequencies in concert with the bass drivers, a characteristic the company describes as contributing subtle warmth and musical charm to the presentation. This approach is a refined continuation of the BBC's original philosophy, developed and adjusted over decades of production. The three-way driver array consists of two 310mm Kevlar-composite bass drivers in diecast alloy chassis, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange with a cast magnesium alloy chassis, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter. Crossover points are set at 550Hz and 3.8kHz, with tri-wire terminals on the rear panel. What Hi-Fi? described the Classic 200 as delivering \"impressively powerful lows with a precision and agility we just aren't expecting,\" noting \"a pleasingly even frequency balance — nicely cohesive, with no one part sticking out.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed Infinite Baffle Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e BBC-derived cabinet loading delivers tight, fast, and naturally rolling bass with a 12dB-per-octave roll-off, less sensitive to room placement and rear-wall proximity than ported designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultilayer Brushed Titanium Front Baffle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rigid, inert driver mounting surface that prevents front panel resonances from colouring the sound, and provides the 200Ti's distinctive premium visual identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 310mm (12.2\") Kevlar-Composite Bass Drivers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed specifically for the larger Classic Series models, featuring diecast alloy chassis and new suspension and surround materials for improved linearity and low-frequency control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180mm EP77 Polymer Cone Midrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary polymer cone material in a cast magnesium alloy chassis, delivering the low-coloration, natural midrange character that defines the Classic Series sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm Wide-Surround Soft-Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth, even high-frequency dispersion with crossover handover at 3.8kHz for seamless integration with the midrange driver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViscoelastic Damping Pads on Side Panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonded to the inner surfaces of the walnut side panels, allowing controlled low-frequency panel behaviour that contributes Spendor's characteristic warmth and musical charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e550Hz and 3.8kHz Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A three-way crossover with precise transition points optimised for the driver array, with tri-wire binding post terminals for audiophile-grade cable configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e89dB Sensitivity, 8-Ohm Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e High sensitivity for a sealed-box floorstander of this scale, compatible with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts and high-powered solid-state designs up to 300 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalnut Veneer Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-applied high-quality walnut veneer on a large-format cabinet, with every edge and surface finished to the same standard as Spendor's smaller Classic models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Assembled in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Classic 200Ti is hand-assembled at Spendor's UK facility, with cabinets produced by Spendor's own in-house cabinetmaking operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Individually:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic 200Ti is priced and sold as a single unit. Two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3-way sealed floorstanding loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2x LF 310mm (12.2\") Kevlar composite, MF 180mm (7.08\") EP77 polymer cone, HF 22mm (0.87\") soft dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e550Hz \/ 3.8kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e20Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e89dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-300 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTri-wire precision binding posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1,117mm \/ 44\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e368mm \/ 14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e513mm \/ 20\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55kg \/ 121.3 lbs (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWalnut veneer with multilayer brushed titanium front baffle\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHand-assembled in the United Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIndividually (each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and Critical Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHi-Fi News - Flagship Classic range review: \"a great all-rounder with an enjoyable, likeable character that is huge fun to listen to\" - October 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor Classic 200Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200Ti is a 3-way sealed floorstanding loudspeaker handbuilt in the United Kingdom and is the flagship model of Spendor's Classic range. It features dual 310mm Kevlar-composite bass drivers, a 180mm EP77 polymer cone midrange, and a 22mm wide-surround soft-dome tweeter, in a sealed infinite baffle enclosure with a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle and walnut veneer side panels. Key specifications include an 89dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a 20Hz to 25kHz frequency response, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 300 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the Classic 200Ti is sold individually — two units are required for a stereo pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the Spendor Classic 200Ti use a sealed enclosure rather than a ported design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sealed infinite baffle enclosure is the original BBC approach to bass loading, chosen for its inherently tighter and more controlled bass character over the extended but less predictable output of ported designs. A sealed cabinet rolls off at 12dB per octave below resonance, a gradual and musically forgiving curve that avoids the port noise, group delay, and sharp roll-off associated with bass-reflex loading. The practical result is a speaker that is far less sensitive to rear-wall proximity than ported floorstanders. Hi-Fi News confirmed that the 200Ti can be positioned less than one metre from the rear wall without bass congestion, a meaningful advantage in rooms where deep placement is not possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 200Ti compare to the Wilson Audio Sabrina X and the Focal Sopra No. 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200Ti, the Wilson Audio Sabrina X, and the Focal Sopra No. 2 represent three fundamentally different design philosophies at the high-end floorstanding level. The 200Ti prioritises BBC-heritage sealed enclosure loading, dual large-diameter Kevlar bass drivers, and a deliberately wide front baffle for effortless dynamic scale and natural tonal warmth, in a hand-assembled UK cabinet with a titanium baffle and walnut veneer. The Wilson Sabrina X uses a bass-reflex layout with Wilson's proprietary composite cone drivers and is tuned for high transient speed and pin-point imaging, demanding careful room and amplifier matching. The Focal Sopra No. 2 uses Focal's beryllium dome tweeter and flax cone mid\/bass driver in a bass-reflex cabinet, offering a different balance of high-frequency air and midrange transparency. Listeners who value the combination of genuine physical authority, warm musical character, and BBC engineering heritage will find the 200Ti an experience difficult to replicate at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the purpose of the titanium front baffle on the Spendor Classic 200Ti?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe multilayer brushed titanium front baffle provides an exceptionally rigid and inert platform for the 200Ti's four drive units, preventing the front panel from contributing resonance or coloration to the sound. Titanium's high stiffness-to-mass ratio makes it one of the most effective materials for this application in high-end loudspeaker design. The titanium baffle also creates a deliberate engineering contrast with the lightly-braced walnut side panels, which are designed to flex very slightly at low frequencies as part of Spendor's voicing approach. The baffle remains completely stable while the side panels contribute the subtle warmth and musical charm characteristic of the Classic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier power does the Spendor Classic 200Ti require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic 200Ti has a sensitivity of 89dB and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, with a recommended amplifier range of 25 to 300 watts. Its high sensitivity for a sealed-box design of this scale means it can be driven satisfyingly with quality valve amplifiers from 25 watts upward, making it one of the few large-format floorstanders genuinely compatible with lower-powered tube amplification. Hi-Fi News confirmed that the 200Ti avoids presenting a challenging load to its amplifier, with well-controlled impedance phase angles across the frequency range. Higher-powered solid-state amplifiers from 100 to 300 watts will unlock the speaker's full dynamic capabilities at higher listening levels in larger rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor Classic 200Ti differ from the standard Classic 200?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200Ti adds a multilayer brushed titanium front baffle to the standard Classic 200, which is finished in walnut or cherry veneer across its entire cabinet. The titanium baffle provides a more rigid driver mounting surface and a distinctly premium visual identity that the standard model does not share. The driver complement, sealed infinite baffle cabinet loading, crossover design, and tri-wire terminal configuration are shared across both the 200Ti and the standard Classic 200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor Classic 200Ti in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor Classic 200Ti is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold individually. Vinyl Sound can arrange in-store demonstrations of the Classic 200Ti with compatible high-end amplification and source components. 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The sealed cabinet uses Spendor's rigid, asymmetric braced construction with Dynamic Damping technology, controlling stored energy within the enclosure without the port noise or room placement sensitivity of a bass-reflex design. The 135mm cabinet depth allows the DS1 to sit close to the wall surface while the sealed loading provides consistent bass behaviour regardless of the speaker's exact position on the wall. Five finish options including black oak, walnut, oak, satin white, and cherry allow the DS1 to blend into a wide range of interior aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEP77 Mid-Bass Driver and LPZ Tweeter — D-Line Technology in an On-Wall Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS1 draws its core driver technology directly from Spendor's D-Line loudspeaker family. The 18cm mid-bass driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone, developed and manufactured in-house at Spendor's Sheffield facility using custom thermo-moulding equipment. The EP77 material combines low internal coloration with high structural damping, producing a mid-bass presentation that is natural, resolving, and free from the hardness of metal cone alternatives. The high-frequency driver is Spendor's 22mm LPZ (Linear Pressure Zone) polyamide dome tweeter, the same technology deployed in the D7.2 and D9.2 floorstanding models. The LPZ tweeter's stainless steel front plate with integrated phase-correcting micro-foil creates a symmetrical pressure environment on both faces of the dome, allowing linear operation across a wide frequency range and producing even dispersion across a broad listening window. The crossover at 3.8kHz integrates the two drivers with a precision-wound network, and connection is made via a Neutrik speakON locking connector for secure and professional-grade cable termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoupled Wall-Mount System:\u003c\/strong\u003e An ingenious fixing system secures the DS1 to any flat wall surface while decoupling the cabinet rear from the wall, preventing vibration transfer into the building structure and enhancing sonic performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18cm EP77 Polymer Cone Mid-Bass Driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spendor's proprietary in-house polymer cone material delivers low coloration and natural midrange character in an on-wall cabinet format, providing room-filling bass extension to 60Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm LPZ Polyamide Dome Tweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The same Linear Pressure Zone tweeter technology used in the D7.2 and D9.2 D-Line floorstanders, with phase-correcting micro-foil for balanced linear operation and wide dispersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed Asymmetric Braced Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rigid, sealed enclosure with Dynamic Damping technology provides consistent bass behaviour and low coloration independent of wall placement, with a 135mm cabinet depth for minimal visual intrusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeutrik speakON Connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional-grade locking cable connection ensures secure and reliable speaker termination in both stereo and multi-channel home theatre installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Multi-Channel Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DS1 supports stereo (2.0 and 2.1), surround sound (5.1, 6.1, and 7.1), and Dolby Atmos configurations, functioning equally as a front channel stereo pair or as matched surround and height channel speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive Contemporary Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in black oak, walnut, oak, satin white, and cherry, allowing integration into a wide range of room aesthetics from contemporary to traditional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Grille Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free magnetic grille provides driver protection and a clean finish when the speaker is in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25-100 Watt Amplifier Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with a wide range of integrated and AV amplifiers, including AV receivers used in home theatre configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned and Built in the United Kingdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DS1 is engineered and manufactured at Spendor's Sheffield facility as part of the D-Line product family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as a Pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e The DS1 is supplied and priced as a stereo pair, including wall-mount fixings, magnetic grilles, and Neutrik speakON plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2-way sealed surface loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRigid asymmetric braced cabinet with Dynamic Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSealed box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHF Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e22mm LPZ polyamide dome\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBass\/Mid Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e18cm EP77 polymer cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCrossover Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3.8kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTypical In-Room Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e60Hz - 25kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e86dB \/ 1W \/ 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 ohms (minimum 5.8 ohms)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e150 watts unclipped programme\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAmplifier Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25-100 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInput Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNeutrik speakON connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e500mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e275mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e135mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8.5kg (per speaker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack Oak, Walnut, Oak, Satin White, Cherry\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMagnetic grille, Neutrik speakON plug, wall-mount fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSold\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAs a pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Spendor DS1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor DS1 is a 2-way sealed on-wall surface loudspeaker built in Sheffield, United Kingdom, and part of Spendor's D-Line family. It features an 18cm EP77 polymer cone mid-bass driver and a 22mm LPZ polyamide dome tweeter in a sealed, asymmetric braced cabinet 135mm deep, with a decoupled wall-mount system. Key specifications include an 86dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, a typical in-room response from 60Hz to 25kHz, and compatibility with amplifiers from 25 to 100 watts. Available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada, the DS1 is sold as a pair and is supplied with wall-mount fixings, magnetic grilles, and Neutrik speakON plugs in five finish options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the LPZ tweeter in the Spendor DS1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLPZ stands for Linear Pressure Zone, and it is Spendor's proprietary on-axis tweeter technology used across the D-Line speaker family including the DS1, D7.2, and D9.2. The tweeter is built around a stainless steel front plate that encloses a damped acoustic chamber in front of a lightweight polyamide dome diaphragm. A sequential geometry phase-correcting micro-foil integrated into the front plate equalises soundwave path lengths across the dome surface and creates a symmetrical pressure environment on both faces of the diaphragm. This allows the tweeter to operate in a balanced linear mode across its frequency range, producing even dispersion and a wide listening window without on-axis brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Spendor DS1 compare to the KEF T301 and the Sonance Portrait Series as on-wall loudspeakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor DS1, the KEF T301, and the Sonance Portrait Series each represent a different approach to on-wall loudspeaker design. The DS1 brings D-Line driver technology — the LPZ tweeter and EP77 polymer cone mid-bass unit — into a wall-mount format with a decoupled fixing system and a sealed cabinet, prioritising musical resolution and tonal accuracy alongside installation practicality. The KEF T301 uses KEF's Uni-Q coaxial driver in a very thin on-wall enclosure, delivering a wide and even listening window at the expense of some bass depth. The Sonance Portrait Series is engineered primarily for architectural integration and home cinema use, with a focus on blending into the room visually and delivering consistent coverage for multi-channel audio rather than critical stereo listening. Audiophiles who want the sound quality of a D-Line loudspeaker in an on-wall format will find the DS1 the most capable option for both stereo and home theatre applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Spendor DS1 be used as the main stereo speakers in a listening room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Spendor DS1 is designed to serve as front-channel stereo speakers in addition to its role as a surround or height channel speaker in multi-channel configurations. With a typical in-room response from 60Hz to 25kHz and an 18cm EP77 mid-bass driver, the DS1 delivers a full-bodied sound with controlled bass, natural midrange, and extended treble that is suitable for stereo music listening. For rooms where conventional freestanding speakers are not practical, the DS1 provides a credible high-fidelity stereo solution. Adding a matched Spendor subwoofer in a 2.1 configuration will extend the DS1's low-frequency reach below 60Hz for listeners who require deeper bass weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier or AV receiver works with the Spendor DS1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor DS1 is compatible with amplifiers from 25 to 100 watts and presents a stable 8-ohm nominal impedance load. For stereo use, integrated amplifiers from NAD, Audiolab, Cambridge Audio, and Rega in the 40 to 80 watt range are natural pairings that work well with the DS1's sensitivity of 86dB. For home theatre configurations, most mid-range and high-end AV receivers from Denon, Marantz, Yamaha, and Arcam with per-channel power outputs in the 50 to 100 watt range are fully compatible. The Neutrik speakON locking connector requires a compatible terminated cable; the included Neutrik speakON plug allows installation with standard speaker cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat multi-channel configurations does the Spendor DS1 support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor DS1 supports a full range of multi-channel configurations including stereo (2.0), stereo with subwoofer (2.1), 5.1, 6.1, 7.1, and Dolby Atmos height channel layouts. Its sealed cabinet and wall-mount design allow the DS1 to be placed on side walls, rear walls, and ceiling-adjacent positions required for Dolby Atmos overhead channel reproduction, making it one of the most versatile on-wall speaker options for a complete Spendor-matched home theatre system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Spendor DS1 in Toronto or Canada?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spendor DS1 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Spendor dealer located in Toronto, Canada, sold as a pair. Vinyl Sound carries the DS1 across available finishes and can advise on amplifier pairing, subwoofer matching, and multi-channel system configuration. 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