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Audio Physic Spark
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With exceptional dynamic sound and an impressive, almost tangible spatial depth and width, Audio Physic sets new standards for three-way compact loudspeakers with the new Spark.
With its elegant, minimalistic, and sound-optimized design, the Spark closes the gap between a bookshelf and floor-standing speakers, offering tremendous freedom in positioning without compromising superior acoustic performance. The result is a fascinating listening experience even in the most demanding rooms.
The new Spark comes with the Audio Physic PowerTrain technology known from the Cardeas. A vital component of this technology is the unique HHCM SL midrange driver, which works entirely without a centering spider and transmits the kinetic energy in a powerful and efficient way, without the slightest sign of listening fatigue. The Spark achieves a resolution previously unknown for speakers in its category.
The Spark also features an innovative woofer system with Audio Physic’s Dual Surround technology.
In addition, the new Spark adopts other key innovations of the Cardeas: in addition to the new midrange driver, the new edition of the icon convinces with the proven multi-sandwich housing technology, a high-tech honeycomb construction inside the cabinet, capacitors with copper foam contact in the tweeter filter / tweeter branch and of course excellent processed materials – from the terminal to the chassis.
Optional speaker stands from Liedtke-Metalldesign can be found at: https://www.liedtke-metalldesign.eu/epages/64011114.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectPath=%2FShops%2F64011114%2FProducts%2FLM-AP-SPARK
3-Way Design
The 3-way speaker features three different drivers that share reproduction of the entire frequency range. One or more woofers, a midrange driver and a tweeter. Usually the crossover frequency between low and mid frequencies is set between 150Hz and 300Hz, and between 2,000Hz and 3,000Hz for the transition from the midrange to the tweeter.
Bi-Wiring/Bi-Amping optional
Most our speakers have a regular single-wiring terminal to avoid unnecessary metal or wire bridges that would harm sound quality when used in single-wiring configuration (Which is what most Hi-Fi fans actually use). However, an optional Bi-Wiring/Bi-Amping Terminal can usually be ordered with any new speaker. Retrofitting only on special request.
HHCM SL
The HHCM SL works without a spider, which means that kinetic energy is transferred in an unimagined way. This creates an outstanding and natural music reproduction that you can’t believe until you hear it.
HHCM SL – Revolutionary performance in the midrange
PowerTrain™
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Professional Reviews 90/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
91/100
Build Quality
93/100
Value for Money
82/100
Transparent imaging and a highly coherent three-way voice define the Audio Physic Spark, with Steve Crowe praising its disappearing act and StereoLife Magazine calling out its exceptional spatial depth. The spiderless midrange, crisp treble, and fast, controlled bass make it a refined, room-friendly standmount with serious audiophile polish.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptional transparency and pinpoint imaging create a speaker that seems to disappear in the room.
The spiderless midrange delivers vivid, coherent vocals with strong presence and low listening fatigue.
Treble is crisp, detailed, and smooth, with ambience retrieval that helps build an immersive soundstage.
Bass is fast, clean, and precise, favoring control and quality over bloat.
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Cons
It can sound a little reserved or aloof compared with more overtly exciting speakers.
Bass weight is more about precision than slam, so listeners wanting stronger visceral impact may want more low-end support.
The treble may strike some as slightly safe if they prefer a brighter, more brilliant top end.
The speaker is expensive, especially once stands are added.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 91/100
Reviewers consistently describe the Spark as highly transparent, coherent, and exceptionally precise. The main caveat is a slightly reserved emotional presentation in one review, which keeps the sound from feeling universally thrilling even when the technical performance is impressive.
Bass
90/100
The bass is repeatedly described as fast, clean, precise, and more about quality than quantity. One reviewer also notes that the rear-ported design can work especially well in small rooms or near walls, which suits the speaker’s tight, controlled low end.
Mid
92/100
The midrange is praised for clarity, focus, and coherence, with vocals described as carved out in space and easy to follow. Another review highlights an intimate, vigorous vocal presentation and a seamless handoff through the frequency range.
Treble
93/100
Treble performance draws strong praise for being crisp, detailed, lively, and present without hardness or edginess. Reviewers also note smoothness and strong ambient retrieval, though one says it can lean a little safe for listeners who prefer a more brilliant top end.
Soundstage Imaging
94/100
Imaging is one of the Spark’s standout strengths, with descriptions of a very open, clear, transparent presentation and excellent placement precision. Reviewers also mention a strong three-dimensional character and convincing in-room presence, though one found the overall character somewhat sterile and aloof.
Dynamics
82/100
The Spark is responsive and quick, but the reviews also point to a more restrained sense of drive and excitement. One account explicitly suggests that it can feel less riled up and that its dynamic contrast is not the speaker’s main calling card.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
93/100
The cabinet work and finish are repeatedly praised, with the glass panels described as carefully damped to avoid cabinet coloration. Reviewers also point to thoughtful engineering such as the spiderless drivers and internal bracing/diffusion treatment, while the immaculate fit and finish gives the speaker a distinctly premium feel.
Value for Money
82/100
Reviewers acknowledge that the Spark is expensive, especially once stands are added, and one comparison notes that it costs nearly twice as much as the Mission. At the same time, they also argue that its performance and technology can justify the outlay in the right system and room, so the value case is cautious rather than negative.
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