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Spendor Classic 4/5 Standmount Speakers

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Spendor Classic 4/5 Standmount Speakers

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.

 

Key Features

  • Most compact model in the Classic Series — a genuine shelf or stand-mount design
  • BBC-derived thin-walled cabinet — controlled-resonance construction for a natural, non-fatiguing sound
  • Surprising bass depth for its size — extended low frequencies without artificial boost or bloat
  • 22mm polyamide dome tweeter — consistent with the tweeter used across the Classic Series
  • Easy to drive — 8 ohm nominal impedance, compatible with amplifiers from 25W to 100W
  • Real wood veneer cabinet — hand-finished in Cherry or Walnut

 

Full Specification

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

Why Buy Your Spendor Classic 4/5 from Fanthorpes

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.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Spendor Classic 4/5 need stands?

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.

What amplifier suits the Spendor Classic 4/5?

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.

How does the Classic 4/5 compare to the Classic 3/1?

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.