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Spendor D7.2
A sophisticated, compact 2-way, surface loudspeaker. The DS1 delivers music with exceptional resolution and a vibrant realism for when conventional loudspeakers are not desired. It delivers low frequencies with power, scale and authority with a cabinet depth of 135mm. It is easy to place in real-world listening rooms, very capable, and compatible with all good amplifiers. With a short slim enclosure and smart modern finishes, the Spendor DS1 is entirely at home in any listening environment.
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- In Living Stereo — in-store — New York City, New York, United States (website)
- 110Hz — online and in-store — Kielce, Województwo świętokrzyskie, Poland (website)
- Acoustic Sounds — online and in-store — Salina, Kansas, United States (website)
- Acton Gate Audio — online and in-store — Cymru, United Kingdom (website)
- Alen Audio — in-store — Extramurs, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain (website)
- All Elite Audio — online and in-store — Perry Hall, Maryland, United States (website)
- Alpha High End — online and in-store — Brasschaat, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium (website)
- Ambiance Concert — in-store — Angers, Pays de la Loire, France (website)
- American Audio & Video — in-store — Southaven, Mississippi, United States (website)
- Analogue Seduction — online and in-store — Whittlesey, England, United Kingdom (website)
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Spendor D7.2 delivers an unusually transparent, agile presentation with a wide, layered soundstage and taut low end. Reviewers from Hi‑Fi Choice and What Hi‑Fi? praised its crisp, even voicing and improved transient control, while Wall of Sound highlighted its fast, musical pace. The result balances transparency, soundstage and dynamic speed for engaging, natural listening.
Pros
- Exceptionally transparent, open voicing with improved transient control and engaging dynamics.
- Wide, well-layered soundstage and precise imaging that places instruments with convincing depth.
- Refined build and cabinet damping — stiffer bracing, neater plinths and magnetic grilles give a high-quality, low-resonance enclosure.
- Taut, agile bass and excellent micro/macro dynamics that keep rhythm tight and transients clean.
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Cons
- Highly revealing character means the D7.2s demand careful system matching; bright or edgy electronics will be exposed.
- Not aimed at extreme deep bass or very high SPL listening — listeners wanting visceral sub-bass or huge orchestral weight may prefer larger models.
Sound Quality
93/100
Bass
92/100
Twin-driver 2.5-way design with tuned twin-venturi port delivers agile, well-controlled bass with reduced overhang and good precision; reviewers note taut, tighter low end but no claims of extreme sub-bass extension. (Aligns with a mid-tower performance band.)
Mid
94/100
Consistently praised for natural, authoritative midband and vocal presence; reviewers cite convincing texture, coherent driver integration and tactile instrument body (HiFi Choice, What Hi‑Fi).
Treble
93/100
Detailed, airy treble with a touch more sparkle than the predecessor; LPZ tweeter provides clarity and harmonics without widespread reports of harshness, though some note an initially bright presentation that mellows with time.
Soundstage Imaging
95/100
Multiple reviewers highlight impressive width, depth and stable, well-focused images; instruments have defined locations and strong depth perspective, improving on the original D7.
Dynamics
94/100
Described as agile, taut and capable of large dynamic swings with good micro- and macro-dynamic control; bass notes start/stop quickly and transient speed is repeatedly praised.
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Build Quality
95/100
Robust cabinet with added bracing, Spendor Dynamic Damping, refined plinths and neat veneers; reviewers call it beautifully made with thoughtful details like magnetic grilles.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive tower baseline applied (fixed 80). High-quality recessed terminals noted; no bi-wire/contour hardware reported.
Value for Money
86/100
At £4,500 it sits in the premium segment; reviewers say performance justifies auditioning and call it well worth consideration, though price is not described as a bargain.
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