Spendor Classic3/1 Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)

Meet the Classic 3/1

Spine shivering Sound!

The Classic 3/1 is built around the Spendor 18cm bass-mid drive unit and delivers a truly captivating sound with unprecedented transparency and dynamic contrast.

Efficient, easy to drive and equally at home with tube or solid-state electronics, analogue or digital sources, it always delivers consistent enjoyable sound. The Spendor Classic 4/5 loudspeaker is the most charming and beautifully balanced sounding small Spendor Classic ever.

A particularly compact shelf or stand mount, the Spendor 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.

A versatile dedicated stand-mount that will work in smaller rooms and close to walls, the Spendor Classic 3/1 offers the ultimate in pure listening pleasure.

Each Spendor speaker line is designed to reflect its character. With specific technical differences, the intention is to produce beautiful sound.

Assured and powerful, Spendor Classic loudspeakers take you to the very heart of the performance. Their warmth and richness, combined with their clarity and transparency, brings out all the colours and textures in your music, creating a uniquely immersive and comforting soundscape. Theyll send shivers down your spine, bring back fond memories, and encourage you to rediscover the music you love. Above all, they capture the soul of the recording, bringing a new intimacy and intensity to your listening experience.

Over 5 decades Spendor Classic loudspeakers have earned iconic status as the reference standard for many audiophiles, musicians and professional sound engineers. Inspired by the enthusiastic world-wide response following the introduction of their flagship Spendor SP200, in 2017 they introduced the most significant performance improvements ever across all models.

New models are built around the new generation of Spendor drive units and feature advanced polymer and Kevlar cones, cast magnesium alloy chassis, highly efficient motor systems, optimised electro-dynamic damping and excellent thermal dissipation.  Together, they deliver a truly captivating sound with unprecedented transparency and dynamic contrast.

New models are built around the new generation of Spendor drive units and feature advanced polymer and Kevlar cones, cast magnesium alloy chassis, highly efficient motor systems, optimised electro-dynamic damping and excellent thermal dissipation.  Together, they deliver a truly captivating sound with unprecedented transparency and dynamic contrast.

Meticulously rened crossover networks, enhanced cabinet structures, new elastomer panel damping as well as new style magnetic grilles, allow the new Spendor Classic loudspeakers to deliver music with the captivating warmth and charm of the 70s originals.

Rened and perfected over five decades,  the Spendor Classic range oer the ultimate in pure listening pleasure for audiophiles and music lovers.

About Spendor

Spendor design, engineer and build all their loudspeakers in the UK. Every Spendor loudspeaker is assembled at our production facility in South Yorkshire, with components and cabinets all refined through our own in-house R&D program.

Their loudspeakers are easy to set up, work perfectly with whatever Hi-Fi or Home Theatre equipment you have and transform the way you hear and enjoy every style of music or sound track. Their timeless, elegant design, which has evolved over five decades, makes them instantly and unobtrusively at home in any room. Best of all, they deliver a true, transparent and musical sound way beyond their price point.

Creating the perfect loudspeaker requires an understanding of the link between the technical measurements and what we hear. Captivating products require intense listening that is inspired by a passion for music. 

THE COLOUR OF MUSIC

The goal of high-end loudspeakers is to deliver a clear, transparent sound. This is precisely so the infinitely subtle shades, tones and colours of the music itself can shine through, free of distortion, interruption and compromise.

We all experience music in a unique and personal way. It is an intense, immersive experience that engages the emotions and intellect, as well as the senses. Spendor loudspeakers reveal these details and subtleties that open new windows on the performance, and transform the way you connect with music they bring music vibrantly to life.

Product Features 
The Classic 3/1 is built around the proprietary Spendor 18cm bass/mid drive unit. Featuring an EP77 polymer cone, cast magnesium alloy chassis, high  efficiency motor system, optimised electro-dynamic damping and excellent thermal dissipation.
With its meticulously refi ned crossover network, enhanced cabinet structure, new elastomer panel damping and new style magnetic grille the Classic 3/1 delivers music with a captivating warmth and charm.
Use on the dedicated Spendor Classic 3/1 Stand for best results.
Available in two luxurious real wood veneer finishes walnut and cherry. 
Designed and Manufactured in the UK.
Technical Specifications

DESCRIPTION
2-way Stand or Shelf or Mount Loudspeaker

ENCLOSURE TYPE
Single port reflex loaded

INPUT CONNECTION
Two pairs gold plated precision binding posts

TYPICAL IN ROOM RESPONSE
40Hz 25kHz

POWER HANDLING
125 watts unclipped programme

NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
8 Ohms (min 5.9)

AMPLIFIER
25-150 watts

SENSITIVITY
88 dB

NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
8 Ohms (min 6.6)

HF DRIVER
22 mm polyamide dome

BAS/MID DRIVER
18 cm EP77 polymer cone

CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
3.7 kHz

FINISHES
Cherry or Natural Walnut

H x W x D
395 x 220 x 285 mm

WEIGHT (Net)
9.9 kg

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Magnetic grille

RECOMMENDED STAND
Dedicated Spendor Classic 3/1 Stand (not supplied)

*This information has been obtained from Manufacturers website. We advice that Features & Specifications are subject change from Manufacturer without notice.

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