THE BEST ITERATION OF THE 'BBC MINI-MONITOR', BY FAR
Harbeth’s development team has, once again, redefined what is possible from this use anywhere loudspeaker.
The completed redesign maximises the performance potential of the Harbeth exclusive 110mm RADIAL2™ Cone Technology – delivering breathtaking transparency, accurate bass and dynamic integration across the audio spectrum.
Arguably one of the most advanced speakers in its class, the P3ESR XD is capable of being used in a wide range of listening environments and is optimised to present an easy electrical load to even low powered amplifiers.
Get ready to re-experience your music collection from one of the most groundbreaking speakers ever released by Harbeth.
Finishes
Our cabinets are handmade and feature the finest veneers. Please note that veneers vary in both colour, shade and grain structure, particularly our Tamo Ash veneer.
*Not all finishes are available in all countries
CHERRY
ROSEWOOD
SATIN BLACK
OLIVE ASH
WALNUT
Technical specifications
Technical Features
110mm Harbeth RADIAL2™ bass/mid;
19mm ferrofluid-cooled tweeter
Frequency response
75Hz – 20kHz, ±3dB free-space, grille on, smooth off-axis response
Impedance
6 ohms, easy to drive
Sensitivity
83dB/2.83V/1m axial
Amplifier suggestion
Works with a wide range of amplifiers – suggested from 15W/channel
Power handling
50W programme
Dimensions
306 x 190 x 184 mm
(+12mm for grille and binding posts)
Connectors
Two 4mm Harbeth branded binding posts
Weight
6.1kg each (without packing)
Space needs
Ideally > 0.30m from rear wall
Stands
Optimally to bring ears level with tweeters. (Tweeter: 230mm up from cabinet base)
Packing
Single speaker per protective carton
Grille colour
Black
Even with the obvious attractions of the speakers, I still wondered why all the internet adulation. Well, consider the audience. First, the price and lineage are as attractive as the box. Many prospective buyers will be younger, hip to social media, and want highly regarded audiophile gear they can actually afford. Or, at least save for. Many great audiophile products we review in Audiophilia are end of journey, aspirational components. Many years of collecting, saving, selling, trading up, etc. Actual young folks, passionate audiophiles, are thrilled they can get their foot in the door with quality products like the Harbeth Audio P3ESR XD. As such, in my late twenties, when I could manage the ProAc Tablettes (not even Signatures), I was excited for weeks about my high end purchase. However, if the choice was today, Harbeth would be receiving my cheque. Very highly recommended and about the best bargain in high end audio.