Harbeth - HL-P3ES-2 Speaker set
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The Harbeth HL-P3ES-2 are historic passive hi-fi stand-mounted loudspeakers (mini-monitors), considered the direct spiritual and technological descendants of the legendary BBC LS3/5a monitors. Produced in the mid-2000s, they embody the Harbeth philosophy of a natural sound, optimizing performance in an extremely compact cabinet size (roughly the size of a shoebox).
Main Technical Specifications
System type: 2-way loudspeaker in a closed box (pneumatic suspension).
Driver: 110 mm (4.33 in) mid-woofer with a custom polymer cone.
Tweeter: 19 mm (0.75 in) with aluminum dome, ferrofluid-cooled and magnetically shielded
Frequency response: 75 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB in free space).
Nominal impedance: 6 Ohms.
Sensitivity: 83 dB / 1W / 1m (relatively low load, requiring good amplification).
Recommended amplification: From 25W to 120W.
Dimensions (H x W x D): 305 x 188 x 198 mm.
Weight: About 5.9 kg each.
Sound Characteristics and Strengths
Magic midrange: As is traditional with Harbeth, the reproduction of voices, acoustic instruments and midrange details is exceptional, transparent and free from artificial coloration.
Three-Dimensional Stereo Imaging: Thanks to the narrow front and the well-damped sealed cabinet (SuperTunedStructure technology), the speakers virtually disappear in the room, creating a wide, stable and deep soundstage.
Bass Handling: Despite the cabinet’s physical limits (deep bass below 70–75 Hz is attenuated), articulation and speed in the mid-bass range are exemplary. It does not exhibit the “boomy” bass effect typical of many other mini-reflex speakers.
Ideal for Small Spaces: They perform best in near-field configurations (near-field listening), small offices, apartments or bedrooms, placed on heavy stands at ear height.
Additionally, they have their own steel framework, as clearly visible in the tall photo at 69 cm.
Given the significant weight of the steel structure, shipping is not included.
Private arrangements can be made for shipping only the cabinets without the steel structure.
The condition is excellent, with no marks, scratches or damage. They are like new.
The Harbeth HL-P3ES-2 are historic passive hi-fi stand-mounted loudspeakers (mini-monitors), considered the direct spiritual and technological descendants of the legendary BBC LS3/5a monitors. Produced in the mid-2000s, they embody the Harbeth philosophy of a natural sound, optimizing performance in an extremely compact cabinet size (roughly the size of a shoebox).
Main Technical Specifications
System type: 2-way loudspeaker in a closed box (pneumatic suspension).
Driver: 110 mm (4.33 in) mid-woofer with a custom polymer cone.
Tweeter: 19 mm (0.75 in) with aluminum dome, ferrofluid-cooled and magnetically shielded
Frequency response: 75 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB in free space).
Nominal impedance: 6 Ohms.
Sensitivity: 83 dB / 1W / 1m (relatively low load, requiring good amplification).
Recommended amplification: From 25W to 120W.
Dimensions (H x W x D): 305 x 188 x 198 mm.
Weight: About 5.9 kg each.
Sound Characteristics and Strengths
Magic midrange: As is traditional with Harbeth, the reproduction of voices, acoustic instruments and midrange details is exceptional, transparent and free from artificial coloration.
Three-Dimensional Stereo Imaging: Thanks to the narrow front and the well-damped sealed cabinet (SuperTunedStructure technology), the speakers virtually disappear in the room, creating a wide, stable and deep soundstage.
Bass Handling: Despite the cabinet’s physical limits (deep bass below 70–75 Hz is attenuated), articulation and speed in the mid-bass range are exemplary. It does not exhibit the “boomy” bass effect typical of many other mini-reflex speakers.
Ideal for Small Spaces: They perform best in near-field configurations (near-field listening), small offices, apartments or bedrooms, placed on heavy stands at ear height.
Additionally, they have their own steel framework, as clearly visible in the tall photo at 69 cm.
Given the significant weight of the steel structure, shipping is not included.
Private arrangements can be made for shipping only the cabinets without the steel structure.
The condition is excellent, with no marks, scratches or damage. They are like new.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Harbeth
Model
HL-P3ES-2
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Excellent
Number of objects
2
Includes
No cables
Serial number
P3 1944L / P3 1944R
Weight
50 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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