Harbeth
Bookshelf type speaker
(Walnut finish) [1pc
HARBETH
SuperHL5-plus-XD[1pc]+ Stand
Stand (Pair)
The price shown is for one unit. For stereo playback, two units are required. Please order in quantity 2.
XD Series Concept
In 2017, British company Harbeth announced the "Anniversary Series" to commemorate the 40th anniversary of its founding, bringing together the best of its loudspeaker manufacturing know-how and technology that has produced numerous masterpieces.
Nevertheless, Harbeth's tireless pursuit of the ideal form of speakers did not stop there, and it continued to spend a great deal of time refining its accumulated know-how and technology.
In this context, Harbeth put particular emphasis on analyzing the performance of speakers more closely and repeating listening and measurement. By reviewing the differences from the ideal level in detail, we have been able to find solutions to problems for which we could not find answers before.
The key to such an approach was to custom-make parts such as resistors, coils, and capacitors, thereby pursuing the ideal quality without compromise.
As a result, we were able to achieve ideal characteristics such as flat frequency response with almost no disturbance, as well as a greatly improved connection and sense of unity from low to mid to high frequencies.
The XD series is a series that embodies a new, higher level of performance, based on the response obtained from the "Anniversary Series" and through new technological improvements.
The name "XD" is derived from "eXtended Definition," which literally means that the series has expanded its resolution and resolution even further than before.
Harbeth's sound, which has always valued the elegance of sound, is now entering a new era with exceptional resolution and fresh performance with increased transparency.
Super-HL5-plus-XD-3-way 3-speaker system
In 1987, Harbeth introduced the HL5, which ushered in a new era for Harbeth with its novel approach including aluminum hard dome tweeters, and in 2004, the HL5 was reborn as the Super HL5, a three-way system with the addition of titanium hard dome super tweeters. In 2004, the HL5 was reborn as the Super HL5, a 3-way with a titanium hard dome super tweeter, and adopted the RADIAL diaphragm, a mid- to low-frequency cone that had been under development since the 1990s, adding new values of resolution and power to the neat sound quality that is unique to Harbeth.
In 2015, Harbeth completed the "Super HL5 plus" based on a number of technical re-examinations to further enhance its potential. The remarkable improvement in performance and the agile performance brought about by the evolution from "Radial" to "Radial2", which could be called a new birth, were highly acclaimed.
In 2020, with the birth of the XD Series, the Super HL5 plus has evolved into the Super HL5 plus XD.
Bringing concert hall acoustics to the listening room
Under the theme of "bringing concert hall acoustics to the listening room," Harbeth has pursued sound creation that emphasizes in-room response in a real listening environment rather than in an anechoic chamber.
The diaphragm of the 200mm-diameter driver unit responsible for this band is "RADIAL2," which was developed independently by Harbeth. This key technology of Harbeth has been further refined in the XD series. The blend of polymer materials is subtly changed from the center to the periphery to reduce sound quality hindering factors such as split vibration, and to achieve both robustness and lightness.
High-frequency driver: 25mm aluminum hard dome
The high-frequency driver unit is a custom-made 25mm diameter aluminum hard dome.
The high-frequency driver unit is a custom-made 25mm diameter aluminum hard dome, with traditional ferrofluid cooling for superior input resistance and fresh high-frequency reproduction without loss of transparency even at low levels.
Custom-made Titanium Hard Dome Scorecard
This is complemented by the custom-made titanium hard dome scorecard.
The natural and smooth reproduction that does not cause listening fatigue even after long hours of listening reflects Harbeth's competence cultivated through the development of professional-use models.
Crossover network circuit
The crossover network circuit, redesigned from scratch in the XD series, precisely controls the energy balance of these driver units made of different materials.
The seamless blending of each band and the remarkably flat frequency response are proof of its perfection.
Delicate enclosure tuning, as if assembling a musical instrument
A sensitive approach is represented by the delicate enclosure tuning, which makes the most of the characteristics of the wood as if you were assembling a musical instrument.
And a scientific approach that has been tirelessly repeated.
These two approaches are perfectly combined in this new flagship model, resulting in a unique speaker performance that eloquently conveys the passion of the musician.
This is truly the best speaker system in the history of Harbeth, enabling a superb musical experience.
Specifications
Type: 3-way 3-speaker front bass reflex type
Driver unit
Low-mid range: 200mm diameter "Radial 2" composite cone type
Highs: 25mm diameter custom-made ferrofluid-cooled aluminum hard dome with "Open Weave" grille
Ultra-highs: 20mm diameter custom-made titanium hard dome with protective bar
Crossover Frequency: 3.5KHz, 12KHz (18dB/oct)
Impedance: 6 ohms
Output Sound Pressure Level: 86dB/W/m
Dimensions: (W)322 x (H)635 x (D)300mm (321mm max)
Weight: 15.8 kg
Input terminal: Banana plug compatible, single connection
Finish: Cherry
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