Just to pick up on the “pipe and slippers” comment earlier. Whilst I agree with this on some of the bigger models, the P3’s are def not imho lazy or pipe and slippers! I have also owned Proac 1SC’s, AE1’2, LS3’s Eden’s, Kan’s plus loads more. As far as I am concerned the most incisive […]
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First of all, sorry for my poor English. I am a very happy new owner of the Harbeth Super HL Plus. To complete my listening chain I wanted to ask you some questions about possible amplifiers that can be coupled with these superb speakers. I’m a fan of classical music and my listening ranges from […]
The thread starts: After years of searching, I have finally found what I’m after. Harbeth P3esr powered by a Croft Micro 25 RLS and a Croft 7 RS. WOW! So effortless, so sweet. I’m not going to miss my Naim setups. Besides Naim, I’ve tried a Brio-R, Exposure 2010s, LFD, TACT, Arcam….so many (not all […]
Originating in 2014, the points made (well, some of them) are still relevant today, which I why I have included it here. Neil / editor I fell in love today with the Harbeth C7s. Unfortunately, my wife did not. She doesn’t like speakers on stands, she doesn’t like big speakers. But she did like the […]
I am looking for an amp synergy with Harbeths. With one qualification. I was looking for an amp with a high-pass filter of some kind with use of a sub-woofer as to open the mid-range of the harbeth’s a little and to extend the bass and improve impact. Most of the amps suggested for the […]
Having just bought a pair of SHL5+ speakers, I wanted to write a note to you, partly in comment on how delightful the speakers are, partly in explanation of why I chose to buy Harbeth speakers, and partly to add some data to the demographics of your customer base. To provide some demographic context, you […]
An old thread but still worth a few minutes of your time I suggest. I am thinking about a foray into tube amplification; never been there before. I will be driving a pair of Harbeth Compact 7es3. I listen to classical, jazz, acoustic, and rock- 80% cd, 20% vinyl. I would like to keep the […]
Jeff Dorgay writes ….. Sometime back in the early 80’s Roger Van Oech wrote a book titled A Whack on the Side of the Head focusing on creative solutions to problems that one might not have considered without being taken outside of their comfort zone. The new Harbeth Compact 7ES-3 is the perfect example of […]
Hi All, Not posted for a while, been distracted from Hi Fi for a bit ! Just wondering if anyone has any views on the EAR 834 integrated, particularly with the Harbs as above ? It certainly looks pretty ! Thx. Continues HERE Classic Harbeth pairs for sale HERE EDITORIAL NOTE: The opinions expressed […]
Both of these speakers have a few things in common. For example. They both have sealed cabinets, low sensitivity and an easy impedance load for the amplifier. For now, I’m curious to know from owners. Have some of you on here compared the two speakers, in the same system? If so, what results did you […]
What HiFi write ….. I thought I’d post this mini review about my impressions of these two competing mini monitors, I know some members here will be interested. I own both so I have no axe to grind when making these comparisons and each has its own virtues and pitfalls. The Proac’s have a more […]
From a few years back, but still relevant we feel. A few days ago I stumbled upon a website from a company in Norway called Maxwell Sound System that states on their website that they have permission to custom produce Harbeth speakers. The page says that these speakers – and I quote- ‘are exclusively made […]
Dip in and out HERE Classic Harbeth pairs for sale HERE EDITORIAL NOTE: The opinions expressed in the above post do not necessarily reflect those of our editorial team – just in case you wondered. Neil McCauley
I’m currently selling my EAR Integrated as I wish to go back to Croft. Whilst it’s boxed up I’m running a Leak 20 from the variable output of my Quad CD-P to drive my Harbs. Should 10w a side do the job ? Surprisingly yes. I have used this combo before with a pre amp […]
Few days ago I bought Marantz PM14 and it’s connected to Harbeth C7ES3 speakers. Prior to marantz I had Rega Brio-R which is still in my opinion one of the most increadible deals in hifi – especially if you listen to jazz and acoustic music. Back to Marantz – you can tell that it has […]
I’m looking for an tube integrated amp to drive a pair of Compact 7ES-3 speakers. These are both on my short list. Has anyone tried either of them with Harbeths – any thoughts at all? Dip in and out HERE Classic Harbeth pairs for sale HERE EDITORIAL NOTE: The opinions expressed in the above post […]
I have been living with these early HL1s ( Serial Numbers 228 A & B ) for some time and have been surprised they aren’t mentioned more. The equivalent (?) Spendor BC1s have a much higher profile. I bought them sans grilles ( the foam ones had rotted away ) and Sid Chaplin, of Traditional […]
I’ve recently moved my system to a smaller room (the old wife acceptance factor) and as a result I am considering a change from Harbeth Super HL5s to the 7ES-3s. Could you describe the difference between the two? The new room is 13’ 2”x15’ 2” with 8.5’ 2” ceilings, and due to other furniture the […]
An old thread but still contains relevant and, occasionally, interesting info. Neil. I would appreciate suggestions for electronics that will work well with a pair of Harbeth 30.1s. Thank you. Dip in and out HERE Classic Harbeth pairs for sale HERE EDITORIAL NOTE: The opinions expressed in the above post do not necessarily reflect those […]
Opening up for advice, opinions, experience, etc… I will (probably) be running the speakers with a Luxman 505u. I currently have the H3s and waiting for the 505u. My unofficial plan: if for some reason the H3s do not match well with the 505u, the Harbeths could replace the H3s. Dip in and out HERE […]
From their User Group: We’ve all been tempted. The idea of saving a few pounds by buying something from someone/somewhere that we know shouldn’t be selling it. But, be warned – there are serious repercussions which could turn the idea into a nightmare. Do not purchase Harbeth speakers without serial numbers! Please read this carefully: […]
The thread starts ….. Hi guys i would like to try a tube amp EL34 or SET. I am new to harbeth, only tried with class A Luxman. I would like to have a tube amp, very curious about Line Magnetic and the new Primaluna. I would like to start hearing from you before getting […]
Details HERE Classic Harbeth pairs for sale HERE EDITORIAL NOTE: The opinions expressed in the above post do not necessarily reflect those of our editorial team – just in case you wondered. Neil McCauley
For the last two years I am looking for a decent speaker for my vintage Sansui amps and receivers. I tested several KEF’s,B&W’s…etc,etc,and at the end of last year auditioned Harbeth 7’s and 5’s.Just several songs were enough to decide which one is right for me.Croatian distributor was cordial and offered both models for home […]