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  3. Fyne Audio F502SP vs KLH Kendall

Fyne Audio F502SP vs KLH Kendall Comparison

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Fyne Audio F502SP

Passive Floor-standing | 30-34k Hz

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KLH Kendall

Passive Floor-standing | 25-23k Hz

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Fyne Audio F502SP vs KLH Kendall Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing F502SP and Kendall, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Fyne Audio and KLH.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Fyne Audio F502SP and KLH Kendall first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsFyne Audio F502SPKLH Kendall
Design3-way3-way
Tweeter—1"
Midrange—5.25"
Woofer—2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar
Frequency response30-34k Hz25-23k Hz
Sensitivity92 dB96 dB
Impedance8 ohms8 ohms
Power range—up to 250 watts
Weight30.39kg / 66.9lbs22.14kg / 48.7lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)43.7" x 13.3" x 15"
1110.0 x 337.8 x 381.0mm
40-3/16" x 8-5/16" x 14-15/16"
1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


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Drivers

Both F502SP and Kendall are 3-way speakers.

Driver Fyne Audio F502SP KLH Kendall
Driver Setup 3-way 3-way
Tweeter -inch 1-inch
Midrange - 1 x 5.25-inch
Woofer x -inch 2 x 6.5-inch

F502SP features a " Tweeter and x " Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 250 Hz, 1700 Hz. On the other hand, the Kendall features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter, a 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer.

Frequency Response

F502SP has a frequency range of 30-34k Hz whereas Kendall has a frequency range of 25-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Kendall can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the F502SP's min frequency of 30Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

F502SP
Kendall
Min
Average
Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

F502SP and Kendall have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. F502SP sensitivity is rated at 92 dB and the Kendall's is at 96 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the KLH Kendall a more sensitive speaker compared to Fyne Audio F502SP, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

F502SP
Kendall
Min
Average
Median

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Fyne Audio F502SP
 
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Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Kendall features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. F502SP has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

KLH KendallBinding post Terminals
KLH Kendall's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Fyne Audio F502SP's and KLH Kendall's external dimensions. Fyne Audio F502SP has external dimensions of 1110.0 x 337.8 x 381.0mm (43.7 x 13.3 x 15inch) whereas KLH Kendall has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm (40-3/16 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch).

Fyne Audio F502SP is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 125.8mm wider, 89mm taller and 1mm deeper than KLH Kendall.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Fyne Audio F502SP is approximately 1287.0cm2 / 199.5inch2 and base area of the KLH Kendall is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2. The F502SP requires 60% more surface area than the Kendall which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Fyne Audio F502SP weighs 30.39kg / 66.9lbs and the KLH Kendall weighs 22.14kg / 48.7lbs. This makes the F502SP 37% heavier than the Kendall.

Here is a comparison of how F502SP and Kendall's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Fyne Audio F502SP
KLH Kendall
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KLH Kendall?

Here are the items that come with the Kendall:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • Foam port
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • 4 Spike feet (with nuts)
  • 4 Protective discs
  • Manual


Reasons to choose Fyne Audio F502SP over KLH Kendall

High Frequency Response 34k Hz vs 23k Hz Generates higher frequency

Reasons to choose KLH Kendall over Fyne Audio F502SP

Sensitivity 96 dB vs 92 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 25 Hz vs 30 Hz Generates deeper bass
Height 1021mm vs 1110mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 805cm2 vs 1287cm2 Takes less floor space
Price per pair* 1500USD vs 6249USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Fyne Audio F502SP vs KLH Kendall Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Fyne Audio F502SP KLH Kendall
Brand Fyne Audio KLH
Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
Sensitivity 92 dB 96 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 30-34k Hz 25-23k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 2
Woofer Size " 6.5"
Woofer Composition Woven Kevlar
Woofer Surround Material n/a Butyl Rubber
Tweeter Size - 1"
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No 5.25"
Crossover Frequency 250 Hz, 1700 Hz n/a
Physical Specs
Height 1110.0mm (43.7") 1021.0mm (40.2")
Width 337.8mm (13.3") 212.0mm (8.3")
Depth 381.0mm (15") 380.0mm (15")
Weight 30.39kg (66.9lbs) 22.14kg (48.7lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish n/a MDF/Wood Veneer
Available Colors n/a Black
Grille Yes Yes
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Biamp Inputs n/a Yes
Other
Parts Warranty 10 Years
Labor Warranty 10 Years

Verdict

These sit in different price classes - Fyne Audio F502SP costs roughly 4.2x what KLH Kendall does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.

AreaBetterWhy
Bass B KLH Kendall digs deeper - 25Hz against 30Hz. A subwoofer would even that out.
Amplifier needs B KLH Kendall is more sensitive (96dB vs 92dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier.
Size depends KLH Kendall is easier to place; Fyne Audio F502SP is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
Expandability B KLH Kendall: bi-amping.
Price B KLH Kendall is cheaper - $1,500 against $6,249, about 76% less; arguably a different class.

A Fyne Audio F502SP   B KLH Kendall
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

KLH Kendall is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take Fyne Audio F502SP if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 30Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. In a large or open-plan room, Fyne Audio F502SP has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, KLH Kendall is the easier speaker to get right.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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