SHL5+ XD2 vs Audio Physic Spark
The Spark's sensitivity is 88 dB against the SHL5+ XD2's 86 dB and its impedance 4Ω against 6Ω. Both share low-frequency extension (40 Hz) and ways (3).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$7,990
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About the SHL5+ XD2
The Harbeth SHL5plus XD2 is the latest iteration of the legendary Super HL5 series, originating from the 1977 HL-Monitor Mk1 that launched Harbeth. This 3-way vented stand-mount loudspeaker uses a proprietary 200mm Harbeth RADIAL4™ bass/midrange driver, 25mm ferrofluid-cooled dome tweeter, and 20mm dome SuperTweeter, delivering a large, powerful, transparent sound with astonishing freshness and a huge soundstage. Skillfully designed based on BBC research, it excels in refinement, detail, seamlessness, and musicality across genres like jazz, vocals, and classical. Easy to drive and amp-friendly, it produces natural, lifelike reproduction with impressive bass extension and dynamics.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 86 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 6Ω
- Frequency Response
- 40 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 150W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 25W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 150W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 8"
- Driver Count
- 3
- Enclosure Type
- ported
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 322 × 635 × 300 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 15.8 kg (35 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black Ash, Cherry, Walnut, Oak, Rosewood
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 86 dB
Impedance: 6Ω
Frequency: 40-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions