HL Compact 7 vs C7ES-3
The C7ES-3's sensitivity is 86 dB against the HL Compact 7's 87 dB and its impedance 6Ω against 8Ω. Both share high-frequency extension (20 kHz) and woofer (8").
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,200
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the HL Compact 7
The Harbeth HL Compact 7 (also referred to as HL7 Compact in some contexts) is a vented 2-way passive standmount speaker from Harbeth Audio Ltd., United Kingdom. Introduced around the 1990s, it features a bass reflex enclosure with front port and is acclaimed for its accurate three-dimensional sound, natural midrange, and ability to reproduce various music genres. Early models used Radial midrange drivers, with later iterations like 7ES-2 and 7ES-3 XD improving on drivers, crossovers, and cabinet damping for enhanced transparency and bass performance. It is no longer manufactured, available only on the used market.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 87 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 46 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 150W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 25W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 150W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 8"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 520 × 273 × 315 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 13.6 kg (30 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Cherry, Eucalyptus, Maple
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 87 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 46-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions