follow us
follow us
The Spendor Classic 4/5 is the most compact model in the Classic Series — and, for its size, one of the most fully resolved. It's a genuine shelf or stand-mount design, built around Spendor's BBC-derived thin-walled cabinet philosophy, and it manages a surprisingly deep, extended low end for such a small enclosure, without the artificial brightness or bloated bass that can characterise other compact speakers.
Like every Spendor speaker, the Classic 4/5 is designed, engineered and hand-built at the company's own facility in Sheffield. Its cabinet uses the same varying-thickness, carefully damped construction found across the Classic Series, letting the enclosure resonate in a controlled way rather than fighting it entirely — the traditional BBC monitor approach that gives Classic Series speakers their distinctive, easy-going character.
It's an ideal starting point into Classic Series ownership: compact enough for a bookshelf or small stand, but with a maturity of sound that belies its size and entry-level position in the range.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | 2-way shelf/stand-mount |
| Typical In-Room Response | 55Hz–25kHz |
| Sensitivity | 84dB / 1W / 1m |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms (minimum 6.6 ohms) |
| Recommended Amplifier | 25–100W |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 308 x 188 x 165mm |
| Weight | approx. 5kg each |
| Finishes | Cherry, Walnut |
| Price (UK, per pair) | £1,895 |
Every Spendor speaker we sell can be part-exchanged against your existing equipment, helping bring down the cost of your upgrade — and if you'd rather spread the cost, finance is available on any order over £400. The Classic 4/5 is available to demo on request — call our team on 01482 223096 to arrange a listen, or for advice on stands and system matching.
Yes — it's a shelf or stand-mount design. A dedicated Spendor Classic 4/5 stand is available to set it at the correct listening height.
It's rated for amplifiers between 25W and 100W and presents an easy 8 ohm load, so it works well with modest entry-level amplifiers.
The 4/5 is the more compact of the two, with a smaller cabinet and higher bass roll-off (55Hz vs 40Hz). The 3/1 has more low-end extension and a larger cabinet, suited to slightly larger rooms.
Spendor Speakers At Fanthorpes
