Description
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Enticing! Harbeth’s organic midrange is clear and spacious, with a natural balance between highs and lows. The cabinet? Yes, it does its job, resonating in the way the designers wanted. To be placed here especially on open stands, so the low can do its job neatly.
Details
Few weeks old. Because we are a dealer of this brand, we are happy to offer you the full dealer warranty on this particular product! Why? We are confident and this assurance is sure to make it more enjoyable.
Background information
The Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD was designed by Alan Shaw, who is known for his precision and scientific approach. The speaker is built around the RADIAL2™ mid/bass driver, a Harbeth proprietary material that provides a natural and open sound. All components are assembled in the UK, with high-quality veneers carefully selected both internally and externally. Developed with BBC descent and optimized in Harbeth’s advanced measurement room.
Brand history
Harbeth, founded in 1977 by Dudley Harwood, a former engineer at the BBC, is known for its high-quality loudspeakers. The brand gets its name from an amalgamation of Harwood and the name of his wife, Elizabeth. Harwood introduced the polypropylene cone, an innovation that changed the speaker industry by offering better frequency response and less distortion than traditional paper diaphragms.
In 1986, Alan Shaw took over the company, leading to further expansion and refinement of the range. Shaw remained true to the philosophy of natural sound reproduction, making Harbeth a favorite among audiophiles. The partnership with the BBC strengthened their reputation, with models such as the Monitor 40 used in professional environments.
A key development was the introduction of RADIAL™ technology in the 1990s, a proprietary plastic material that significantly improved the performance of their speakers. Harbeth continues to make speakers by hand in England, with a strong focus on quality and detail. Today, the brand is respected worldwide for its faithful reproduction of sound, staying true to its roots and small production capacity to ensure high quality standards.
Questions & Answers
Which amplifier is suitable for the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD?
This speaker works with a wide range of amplifiers and is recommended for amplifiers from 25 W per channel upwards.
How do I position the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD for optimal performance?
Preferably place the speakers on stands that raise the tweeters to ear level and keep them away from walls for optimal sound reproduction.
Can I remove the speaker grilles and how do I do that?
Yes, the grilles can be removed. To do this, use a strong magnet to gently pull the metal grille loose from the recess in the baffle.
What connections does the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD have?
This speaker is equipped with two 4 mm Harbeth-branded binding posts for speaker cables.
What is the frequency range of the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD?
The frequency range is 45 Hz to 20 kHz, ±3 dB in free space with the grille on.
Is the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD suitable for use in small spaces?
Yes, this speaker is optimized for use in medium-sized listening rooms and performs well when placed away from walls.
What are the dimensions and weight of the Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 XD?
The dimensions are 520 x 272 x 305 mm (h x w x d) and the weight is 13.2 kg each.
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