Spendor Classic 2/3 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Spendor. It was released in 2017. It features a 0.87" Tweeter and 1 x 8.27" Woofer.
2-way reflex. LF 8.27" (210 mm). HF 0.866" (22 mm).
The speaker has a frequency range of 35-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Spendor Classic 2/3 has an MSRP of 6499$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Spendor Classic 2/3 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
Frequency Response of the Spendor Classic 2/3 Speaker
Spendor Classic 2/3 has a Frequency response range of 35-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35 Hz, Classic 2/3 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how Classic 2/3's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the Spendor Classic 2/3?
The crossover frequency of the Classic 2/3 is set to 3.6 kHz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Spendor Classic 2/3's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
88 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Spendor Classic 2/3 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
88dB of the Spendor Classic 2/3 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Spendor Classic 2/3 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Spendor Classic 2/3 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
12–190 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Classic 2/3 features Binding post type connectors.
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Spendor Classic 2/3 External Dimensions and Weight
Spendor Classic 2/3 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 21.4 x 10.7 x 13.3inch (543.6 x 271.8 x 337.8mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Spendor Classic 2/3 is approximately 918.1cm2 / 142.3inch2.
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WeightThe Spendor Classic 2/3 weighs 14.97kg / 32.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Classic 2/3's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $10000
Cabinet type and Materials
Spendor Classic 2/3 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Wall Mounting
Classic 2/3 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Spendor Classic 2/3 come with a Grille?
Classic 2/3 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Spendor Classic 2/3.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Spendor Classic 2/3 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Spendor Classic 2/3