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GrahamLS58
Graham Audio LS5/8 BBC HiFi Monitor Loudspeakers
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£7,785.00
The BBC LS5/8
We are proud to be authorised Graham Audio/Chartwell dealers and we always keep a range of their speakers on demo! We just love speakers built in this tradition. We have a history of collecting them, buying them, selling them and getting all sentimental about them!! In fact many of our best hours have been spent in front of a pair of LS3/5a or Spendor BC1 loudspeakers and we certainly do know how they sound and what incredible potential they have.
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.
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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 Graham Audio 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.
The LS5/8 was originally conceived as an active design, but Derek Hughes has designed a passive crossover that greatly improves on the resolution and imaging of the original design while still conforming to the demanding BBC specification.
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 |
WARRANTY
All Graham Audio loudspeakers are hand-built in the UK with the greatest of care and attention to detail. Each loudspeaker is tested and checked against our reference units, and is carefully auditioned before being packed and shipped.All Graham Audio loudspeakers are guaranteed against defects in components and materials for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty can be extended to 5 years at no cost once the loudspeakers have been registered with Graham Audio.Within this period parts will be replaced free of charge provided that failure is not due to accident, negligence or misuse. Normal wear and tear is not included. Labour and carriage are not covered except by local agreement. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
CONTACT US
You are very welcome to contact us to discuss lead-times and demo capacity with regard to these speakers if you are considering a pair of these wonderful speakers! Graham Audio have been able to stay fully operational with safety measures in place and can manufacture these speakers to order in 4-6 weeks We have a range of Graham Audio speakers on demo in usual circumstances however this is dependent on any national or local restrictions at any one time due the the Coronavirus update. Alternatively you can place your order and be reassured that we will keep you fully informed of manufacturing times and expected delivery dates etc.
Thanks indeed!
Reviews
“The soundstage depth is stunning, as amazing is the ability of these two speakers, of still contained dimensions after all, to fill with music also very large spaces. All the people present at the Show in Munich in 2015 will be able to confirm this beyond any doubt. ...Also impressive is the speed of transient response. ...Let me also add one thing: if I had, for some reason, to change my reference speakers, I would replace them with these Graham LS5/8 for all the reasons that I have above mentioned. I cannot find any downside for these speakers even if I try hard to.”
Audio Activity - July 2016
“The Graham LS5/8 is a mighty fine loudspeaker. Those who value the mid-band and have a need for full-range (or nearly so) loudspeakers should investigate. Those who listen to a lot of vocals and classicals should do so too. The price is not cheap, but here is something that can convey atmosphere when most modern speakers fail to do so. If you know Maria Callas' inimitable and never surpassed Casta Diva, you will know this factor is critical. Enthusiastically recommended!”
Doctorjohn Cheaptubeaudio - December 2015
“The LS5/8 is extremely smooth across the midrange and bass, with an effortless dynamic range that only a big, easy-driving bass unit can bring.”
Hi-Fi Plus - October 2015
| EAN | 7626011113640 |
|---|---|
| Product Weight | 34.00kg |
| Brand | Graham Audio / Chartwell |
| Model | LS5/8 |
| Speaker Type | Stand Mount Speakers |
| Connectivity (RCA/Optical/Bluetooth etc.) | Banana Plugs, Spade Connectors, Bare Wire Terminals |
| Product Width | 460mmcm |
| Product Depth | 400mmcm |
| Product Height | 760mmcm |
| Power (RMS Per Channel) | 50-250w |
| Sensitivity | 89dB |
| Warranty | See Description |
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