LAUTSPRECHER
GRAHAM AUDIO
Graham Audio ist ein britisches Familienunternehmen mit Sitz in Newton Abbot, einer kleinen Marktstadt in Devon, Südwestengland. Wir sind begeistert von hochwertigem Audio und glauben, dass die klassischen BBC-Lautsprecherdesigns ein Maß an Neutralität, Transparenz und Realismus bieten, das heute anderswo schwer zu finden ist. Mit modernen Komponenten und Produktionstechniken konnten wir die Leistung maximieren und gleichzeitig den ursprünglichen Designs treu bleiben.
Wir mögen klein sein, aber wir sind stolz darauf, mit einigen der besten Talente der Branche zusammenzuarbeiten, darunter Derek Hughes und Volt Loudspeakers. Unsere Lautsprechersysteme sind auf der ganzen Welt von sorgfältig ausgewählten Verkaufsstellen erhältlich, die über vollständige Demonstrationseinrichtungen verfügen, und unterstützen Sie bei der Auswahl und Einrichtung.
Alle Lautsprecher werden vor Ort von Hand zusammengebaut. Eine Person ist für jeden Schritt der Produktion verantwortlich, einschließlich des Testens und Vorsprechens. Eine zweite Person überprüft das fertige Produkt, wiederholt die Tests seherlich und speichert die Ergebnisse für die zukünftige Referenz. Als Teil des Testverfahrens werden alle abgeschlossenen Lautsprecher mit unseren Master-Referenzproben verglichen, um die vollständige Konsistenz zu gewährleisten.
Das Unternehmen wurde von Paul Graham gegründet, der mehr als 20 Jahre in allen Bereichen des professionellen Audio, einschließlich der Aufnahme- und Rundfunkindustrie, sowie in Live-Sound und Performance gearbeitet hat. Von all den verschiedenen Ansätzen hat Paul immer den "BBC-Sound" sowohl für professionelle als auch für persönliche Anwendungen bevorzugt, befürchtete aber, dass viele der klassischen Designs für immer verloren gehen würden, da eins nach dem anderen die überlebenden Beispiele nach vielen Jahrzehnten des Betriebs allmählich scheiterten. Ein paar zufällige Treffen und einige lange Gespräche später wurde beschlossen, dass der einzige Weg, dieses Vermächtnis zu bewahren, darin bestand, die Zustimmung der BBC einzuholen, um sie selbst aufzubauen.
The Swisstone LS3
Der neueste kompakte Monitor von Graham Audio mit einem Hochglanz-Finish, das sich perfekt für moderne Innenräume eignet. Hochwertige Treiber und ein optimierter Crossover liefern die charakteristische Graham-Klangqualität.
Specifications
System2-way sealed housing
Enclosures Thin-walled cushioned construction
Finish high-gloss color
Dimensions (w/h/d)16.5 cm x 30.4 cm x 19.5 cm
Weight 5.3
Frequency response 70Hz to 20kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 83dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum power 96 dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/middle class 110mm polypropylene
Tweeter 19mm dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power 25 to 50 watts uncut program
Connections Gold-plated connections
The BBC LS3/5 9 OHM
The original classic. The Chartwell LS3/5 has incredible bass extension and an absolutely massive soundstage. An ideal near-field monitor that is equally suited to small to medium sized listening rooms.
BBC LS3/5A 11 OHM
BBC Designs Department's take on the LS3/5, necessitated by changes in the drive units originally selected for the LS3/5. The Chartwell LS3/5A - a true classic.
Specifications
System2 Way sealed enclosure
Enclosure Thin wall construction, 12mm birch plywood
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)19cm by 30.5cm by 16.5cm
Weight 5.3kg
Frequency response 70Hz to 20kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 9 and 11Ω
Sensitivity 83dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output 95dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 110mm
Tweeter 19mm dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power 25 to 50 watts unclipped programme
The SUB3
The SUB3 is a sub-woofer designed to work with the Chartwell LS3/5 and LS3/5A from Graham Audio, but it is also applicable to other designs of similar sensitivity and impedance. Designed by Derek Hughes, it employs a novel bass loading technique to achieve extension down to 35Hz in a compact enclosure.
Specifications
System 4th order bandpass
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)30cm by 30cm by 34cm
Frequency response 35Hz to 100Hz
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 84dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Recommended amplifier power 30 to 80 watts unclipped programme
Connections Gold-plated binding posts
The BBC LS6
Following the success of the Graham Audio LS3/5 and LS5/9, we were curious to discover what could be done with a cabinet that was sized somewhere between the two.
The result is the Chartwell LS6, designed by Derek Hughes. A custom built 6 inch long-throw bass drive unit mated to a compact 17 litre cabinet gives bass extension and power handling that is comparable to the LS5/9. The bespoke 19mm dome tweeter extends to beyond 20kHz. The overall response retains the smoothness of both the LS3/5 and LS5/9.
Specifications
System 2 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall damped construction
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)24cm by 37cm by 26cm
Weight 9.5kg
Frequency response 45Hz to 20kHz, ±2dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 87dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum outputOver 100dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 165mm polypropylene
Tweeter 19mm dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 150 watts unclipped programme
The BBC LS6F
Building on the success of our popular LS6 monitor, the LS6/f is a floor-standing loudspeaker system that combines a modern aesthetic with the open, uncoloured sound you'd expect from a Graham Audio system.
The integrated plinth provides a flow-optimised path for the airflow from the port, reducing distortion at high outputs.
The LS6/f uses the same custom drive units as the stand-mount LS6 and has an optimised crossover network using premium quality components to integrate the acoustic output from both drive units and equalise the overall response for optimum performance in free space. A switch on the front panel adds 1 or 2dB to the tweeter level, which might be advantageous in certain acoustic environments.
Specifications
System 2 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall damped construction
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)96cm by 32cm by 32cm (including plinth)
Weigh t21kg
Frequency response 40Hz to 20kHz, ±2dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 87dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 100dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 165mm polypropylene
Tweeter 19mm dome tweeter
The BBC LS5/9
The LS5/9 is a high quality studio monitor that was designed by BBC Research and Development and featured a brand new 8 inch bass/midrange drive unit that was developed entirely in-house and constructed using the best materials available at the time.
Designed for use by the BBC in smaller studios and control rooms, the LS5/9 is a close sonic match for the larger LS5/8. Equally at home in a domestic setting, the open and expansive mid-range reveals previously unheard details from even the most familiar recordings.
Specifications
System 2 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall construction, birch plywood
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)28cm by 46cm by 27.5cmWeight14kg
Frequency response 50Hz to 16kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 87dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 100dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange200mm Diaphnatone polypropylene
TweeterSon Audax HD13D34H
Recommended amplifier power50 to 200 watts unclipped programme
The LS5/9f
A development of the famous BBC LS5/9, the LS5/9f is the perfect choice for those who prefer floor standing loudspeakers over the traditional stand-mount form factor.
However, the changes aren't simply cosmetic. Yes, this model uses the same handmade bass/midrange driver from Volt along with the 34mm Audax tweeter as the regular LS5/9, both selected to the same tight tolerances. But the larger cabinet allows for increased bass extension and greater dynamic range.
Specifications
System 2 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall construction
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)35cm by 105cm by 37cm (including plinth)
Weight 25kg
Frequency response 40Hz to 16kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 87dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 100dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 200mm Diaphnatone polypropylene
Tweeter Son Audax HD13D34H
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 200 watts unclipped programme
The LS8/1
The LS8/1 is Graham Audio's take on the classic 8 inch bass driver in a 2 cubic foot box format, as used by many designers over the years, including our own Derek Hughes (and his father Spencer, who of course designed the BBC LS3/6).
Some earlier models suffered from reliability problems because of limited power handling. Some had a bass response that didn't work optimally in domestic listening environments. But many were able to give hi-fi enthusiasts their first taste of studio monitor neutrality, especially through the midrange, thanks to the "thinwall" cabinet construction and the innovative - for the time - use of plastics for the mid-bass driver diaphragm.
Specifications
System 3 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall damped construction, birch plywood
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)30cm by 63.5cm by 30cm
Weight 17kg
Frequency response 45Hz to 20kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 87dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 100dB for a pair at 2m
Bass 200mm
Tweeter 26mm soft dome
Super tweeter 19mm soft dome
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 250 watts unclipped programme
Crossover 3.5kHz, 14kHz
The BBC LS5/8
The LS5/8 is the BBC's flagship design, and was developed because of the need for higher sound pressure levels and greater transparency and consistency than the ageing LS5/5 offered. This was the first BBC loudspeaker to use a polypropylene diaphragm which, being lighter than Bextrene, offered greater efficiency and lower colouration. A carefully researched cone profile enables the unit to work successfully well into the midrange.
After many months of intensive development, the Graham Audio LS5/8 refines the concept further. Designed in conjunction with Derek Hughes and Volt Loudspeakers and manufactured under license in the UK, it features a unique 12 inch bass/mid unit that is married to the same 34mm Audax tweeter that is used in the LS5/9.
As with all our BBC monitors, the cabinet is a finely tuned structure that uses high quality birch plywood and hardwood batons. The 12mm panels are mass-loaded to move resonances away from the midrange region and Rockwool is used in preference to cheap foam for air damping.
The design retains the same midrange clarity and balance of the LS5/9, but offers an extended bass response and greater authority at high level in larger rooms. The continuity of sound quality between the two designs means that engineers can move between the two different loudspeakers with complete confidence during the recording and mastering process.
Specifications
System 2 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall construction, birch plywood
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)46cm by 76cm by 40cm
Weight 34kg
Frequency response 40Hz to 16kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 89dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 110dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 300mm Diaphnatone polypropylene
Tweeter Son Audax HD13D34H
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 250 watts unclipped programme
The LS5/5
The LS5/5 is a large three way monitor designed in 1967.
A 12 inch drive unit handles the low frequencies up to 400Hz. At this point, an 8 inch midrange takes over before handing over to the 1 inch soft dome tweeter at 3.5kHz. Overall, the frequency response is flat to within ±2dB from 40Hz to 20kHz.
Straight away you'll notice that the bass and midrange drivers are mounted behind slots on the front panel. This feature is highly unusual today, but it works to control the off-axis response of the drive units which results in a smoother response through the crossover regions in typical listening environments. Not surprisingly, we get a lot of questions about this, so we have written an in-depth article explaining how the slots work.
Naturally, this is a BBC-style "thinwall" cabinet, where the relatively thin panels are mass-loaded to ensure that resonances are moved away from the critical mid-range region. Rockwool provides air damping. Hand-matched veneers are applied and finished to a very high standard. The grille is carefully designed to minimise diffraction effects and is held in place by concealed rare-earth magnets.
Specifications
System 3 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall damped construction
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)36cm by 65cm by 48cm
Weight 35.5kg
Frequency response 40Hz to 20kHz, ±2dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 88dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 104dB for a pair at 2m
Bass 300mm long throw
Midrange 200mm
Tweeter 25mm soft dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 250 watts unclipped programme
The LS5/1
The LS5/1 preceeded the classic LS5/1, and used commercially available drive units from Plessey and GEC. Two tweeters were required to achieve the required power handling. In the case of the LS5/1 - but not the OB version (the LS3/1, which was smaller, used a sealed enclosure and placed the tweeters in front of the woofer) - the upper tweeter rolls away at higher frequencies to avoid the acoustic lobing effects associated with two sources producing the same output when the spacing between them is comparable to the wavelength.
The woofer is 15 inches, which is almost unheard of today in the domestic market. Using modern materials and techniques, our unit has greatly improved power handling and bandwidth over the Plessey original.
Of course, with such a large woofer, "beaming" is a serious problem at the upper ranges of its operation. The BBC's answer to that was to use slot loading, as many have already seen in our LS5/5. This approach really helps to improve the off-axis response, making it possible to use larger drive units in typical domestic listening rooms. Much more information about how this works can be found in this in-depth article.
The floor-standing cabinet uses the traditional BBC approach of (relatively!) thin panels that are mass loaded to move the resonances down away from the critical midrange region. High quality hand-selected veneers are applied, and the grille is held in place with concealed magnets so can be readily removed if desired.
Specifications
Enclosure Damped MDF, floor standing
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)43cm by 103cm by 48cm
Weight 42kg
Frequency response 37Hz to 18kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 89dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 110dB for a pair at 2m
Bass/midrange 380mm
Tweeter Two 25mm soft dome
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 250 watts unclipped programme
Crossover 1.6kHz, 22 elements
The LS5/5F
The LS5/5F is a development of the LS5/5.
Using the same drive units and crossover points, the larger cabinet results in even more bass extension - reaching well below the -2dB point of 35Hz in practice.
We have also taken the opportunity to add the tweeter level control to the front panel. This allows the tweeter level to be increased or decreased by 1 decibel, and while the effect is relatively subtle with most programme material, it has proven to be a really popular facility that allows the listener to fine-tune the speaker to their listening environment.
In common with the stand-mount LS5/5, this model uses slot-loading to improve the power response of the unit, which greatly improves the behaviour in typical listening rooms. Much more about how this works can be found in this in-depth article.
We continue to use the BBC-style "thinwall" cabinet construction, which uses relatively thin panels that are mass-loaded to move resonances away from the critical mid-range region. Rockwool provides air damping. As with most of our loudspeakers, hand-matched veneers are used and the grille held in place by concealed rare-earth magnets.
Specifications
System 3 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure Thin wall damped construction, floor standing
Finish Real wood veneer
Dimensions (w/h/d)36cm by 111cm by 48cm
Weight 46kg
Frequency response 35Hz to 20kHz, ±2dB
Nominal impedance 8Ω
Sensitivity 88dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Maximum output Over 104dB for a pair at 2m
Bass 300mm long throw
Midrange 200mm
Tweeter 25mm soft dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power 50 to 250 watts unclipped programme
Crossover 400Hz, 3.5kHz
The VOTU - Voice of the Universe
Building on the research and development that delivered the bespoke SYSTEM3D - a high quality professional sound reinforcement loudspeaker originally designed for the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, London - the VOTU brings new levels of refinement and authority to the discerning home enthusiast or professional user alike.
The VOTU uses two 10" drivers which cover the bass frequencies and extend up to 800Hz, where a refined 3" soft dome driver takes over, covering the critical midrange region until 4kHz, at which point the high power 34mm soft dome tweeter comes in to play. The midrange dome is mounted above the tweeter to improve the integration between it and the tweeter.
The crossover network uses high grade capacitors and air core inductors that won't saturate at high power levels. These premium components ensure that harmonic distortion is kept at extremely low levels for maximum preservation of low-level detail.
As with all Graham Audio loudspeakers, the cabinet follows BBC "thinwall" practice, where careful damping of the relatively thin panels is designed to move all colourations away from the midrange area where we are most sensitive to low-level resonances. The sculpted 3-part front panel and high-gloss lacquered finish will suite both classic and modern interiors.
This flagship system can be used with amplifiers up to 1000 watts per channel, and is capable of a breathtaking dynamic performance, while losing nothing of the subtlety and resolution associated with Graham Audio loudspeakers, even when played at very low levels late at night. Truely the best of all worlds!
Specifications
System 3 Way, reflex loading
Enclosure 12, 18 and 35mm
Finish High-gloss painted and lacquer finish (to order)
Dimensions (w/h/d)37cm by 116cm by 43cm
Weight 65kg
Frequency response 38Hz to 18kHz, ±3dB
Nominal impedance 4Ω
Sensitivity 88dB SPL (2.83V, 1m)
Bass Two 250mm bass units
Midrange 75mm dome
Tweeter 34mm soft dome tweeter
Recommended amplifier power Up to 1000 watts unclipped programme
Crossover 800Hz, 4kHz
OPHIDIAN
Ophidian wurde 2011 mit dem Ziel gegründet, hochwertige britische Lautsprecher zu produzieren, die ihre physischen Dimensionen übertreffen.
Alle Ophidian-Lautsprecher verfügen über die einzigartige AEROFLEX-Basstopologie, die eine saubere und genaue Basswiedergabe sowohl von kleinen als auch von großen Lautsprechersystemen gewährleistet.
Jeder Ophidian-Lautsprecher wird in Großbritannien nach anspruchsvollen Qualitätsstandards handgefertigt.
Hunderte von Stunden Design-, Prototyping-, Mess- und Hörtests wurden in die Erstellung jedes Ophidian-Lautsprechers investiert. Ich hoffe, Sie genießen das Endergebnis!
MINIMO 2
MINIMO 2 is a compact 2-way micro monitor suitable for use on bookshelves, desktops, wall mounted or on stands.
Key to its impressive sense of scale is our unique AEROFLEX system. This technology enables the MINIMO to produce deeper and more controlled bass notes than its size would suggest by keeping port velocity to a minimum and ensuring the midbass unit is properly supported throughout its stroke.
The MINIMO 2 features a 115mm midbass unit with 65% greater surface area compared to the previous model which allows greater power handling.
"Exactly as with the original Minimo, my first impressions of the Minimo 2 were wow! It’s like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. You think 'How on earth does he do that?'" - Ian Ringstead, HiFi Pig magazine
Specifications
Specifications
• Frequency response - 53hz to 25khz (-3dB)
• Sensitivity - 85dB (2.83v)
• Recommended power - 40 to 80 watts
• Impedance - 4 ohms
• Dimensions - 210mm H x 132mm W x 190mm D (inc. grilles)
• Weight - 2.6kg
Features
• 115mm coated paper midbass with powerful motor system
• 27mm neodymium high frequency unit with a Sonolex coated fabric diaphragm
• AEROFLEX port system for a precisely controlled bass performance
• Braced and optimised cabinet built in the UK
• Detachable magnetic protective grilles
MOJO 2
MOJO 2 features a dual driver layout which allows it to deliver a fuller sound than its smaller counterpart MINIMO.
AEROFLEX technology enables this compact speaker to produce deeper and more controlled bass notes than its size would suggest by reducing port velocity and ensuring the mid-bass unit is properly supported throughout its stroke.
The symmetrical driver layouts of each pair allow the tweeters to be placed either inboard or outboard which provides flexibility in room placement and fine tuning of the stereo image.
"Perhaps most amazing is their soundstaging ability...to me they represent British high end - natural." - A. Koller, Sweden
Specifications
• Frequency response - 52hz to 25khz (-3dB)
• Sensitivity - 86dB (2.83v)
• Recommended power - 40 to 120 watts
• Impedance - 4 ohms
• Dimensions - 286mm H x 158mm W x 220mm D (inc. grilles)
• Weight - 4.4kg
Features
• Dual 115mm coated paper midbass with powerful motor systems
• 27mm neodymium high frequency unit with a Sonolex coated fabric diaphragm
• AEROFLEX port system for a precisely controlled bass performance
• Braced and optimised cabinet built in the UK
• Detachable magnetic protective grilles
MAMBO 2
MAMBO 2 is a compact 2.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker capable of powering most living spaces with ease. Key to its impressive sense of scale is the combination of triple bass drivers with our unique AEROFLEX system.
The MAMBO 2 features dual front mounted 115mm drive units and an additional 115mm unit hidden inside the cabinet which augments and extends bass response. AEROFLEX technology enables this highly compact floorstander to produce deeper and more controlled bass notes than its size would suggest by keeping port velocity to a minimum and maximising the capabilities of the drive units.
"The Mambo 2 loudspeakers are an easy to set up, easy to drive, and easy to get on with loudspeaker that manage to perform beyond their tiny dimensions with regards to their soundstaging abilities and bass performance." - Stuart Smith, HiFi Pig magazine
Specifications
• Frequency response - 38hz to 25khz (-3dB)
• Sensitivity - 87dB (2.83v)
• Recommended power - 40 to 160 watts
• Impedance - 4 ohms
• Dimensions - 893mm H x 158mm W x 191mm D (including grilles)
• Plinth dimensions - 218mm W x 239mm D
• Weight - 10kg
Features
• Dual 115mm coated paper midbass with powerful motor systems
• Third hidden 115mm bass driver to augment bass output and extension
• 27mm neodymium high frequency unit with a Sonolex coated fabric diaphragm
• AEROFLEX port system for a precisely controlled bass performance
• Braced and optimised cabinet built in the UK
• Detachable magnetic protective grilles
INCANTO
INCANTO is the spiritual successor to our award winning P3 Evolution. This mid-sized 3-way design uses many elements of the former speaker in combination with technology from our new flagship VOODOO loudspeaker.
Triple 175mm bass drivers coupled to our unique AEROFLEX bass loading technology allow INCANTO to reproduce huge scale and dynamics from a relatively compact cabinet.
Key to the smooth tonal balance is a 50mm soft dome midrange driver in a sealed unit capable of reproducing instruments and voice with astonishing accuracy.
Specifications
• Frequency response - 36hz to 25khz (-3dB)
• Sensitivity - 89dB (2.83v)
• Recommended power - 50 to 250 watts
• Impedance - 4 ohms
• Cabinet dimensions - 1032mm H x 210mm W x 300mm D (inc. grilles)
• Plinth footprint - 270mm W x 342mm D
• Weight - 24kg
Features
• Triple 175mm black anodised aluminium woofers featuring copper shorting rings
• 50mm soft dome midrange driver in self contained unit
• 22mm soft dome Sonomex high frequency unit with wide roll surround and large magnet
• AEROFLEX port system for a precisely controlled bass performance
• Braced and optimised cabinet built in the UK
• High quality Mundorf crossover components
• Detachable magnetic protective grilles