Three Ways Into the Spendor A-line
Spendor's A-line has earned a loyal following among listeners who value honest tonal balance and long term listenability over flash. All three models here, the A2.2, A4.2, and A7.2, share the same core engineering language: the EP77 polymer cone technology, the 27mm polyamide dome tweeter, and cabinets built with asymmetric porting and Spendor's Dynamic Damping. That shared foundation means they all voice with a family resemblance, so choosing between them comes down largely to scale, room size, and how deep you want the bass to reach.
Specifications compared
| Specification | A2.2 | A4.2 | A7.2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Two way floorstanding | Two way floorstanding | Two way floorstanding |
| Tweeter | 22mm polyamide dome | 27mm polyamide dome | 27mm polyamide dome |
| Bass and mid driver | 15cm (150mm) EP77 polymer cone | 18cm (180mm) EP77 polymer cone | 18cm (180mm) EP77 polymer cone |
| Crossover Frequency | 4.2 kHz | 2 kHz | 2 kHz |
| Typical In Room Response | 46 Hz to 26 kHz | 36 Hz to 27 kHz | 33 Hz to 27 kHz |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms (min 6.4) | 6.75 ohms (min 5.4) | 6.75 ohms (min 5.4) |
| Sensitivity | 83 dB | 85 dB | 85 dB |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 25 to 125 watts | 25 to 150 watts | 25 to 200 watts |
| Finishes | Black oak, walnut, oak, satin white | Black oak, walnut, oak, satin white | Black oak, walnut, oak, satin white |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 786 x 150 x 258 mm | 861 x 165 x 284 mm | 934 x 180 x 305 mm |
| Weight | 11.17.7 kg each | 14.5 kg each | 17.7 kg each |
| Cabinet Type | Asymmetric braced, reflex loaded, Dynamic Damping | Asymmetric braced, reflex loaded, Dynamic Damping | Asymmetric braced, reflex loaded, Dynamic Damping |
Each speaker also carries a 6.75 ohm nominal impedance and a recommended amplifier power starting at 25 watts, which keeps them approachable for a wide range of electronics. What separates them is physical size, driver count, and the low end each cabinet can produce. This guide walks through where each one fits so you can match it to your space and habits.
The Models Compared
Spendor A2.2
The A2.2 is the most compact floorstander in this trio, a two way design pairing a single 15cm EP77 bass and mid driver with a 22mm polyamide dome tweeter, crossing over at 4.2 kHz. At 786 x 150 x 258 mm and 11.17.7 kg each, it has the smallest footprint here, with an in room response reaching down to 46 Hz and a sensitivity of 83 dB. It is the natural entry point for listeners who want a proper floorstanding presentation without overwhelming a modest room. All three are offered in black oak, walnut, oak and satin white.
Spendor A4.2
The A4.2 sits in the middle of the group, pairing an 18cm EP77 bass and mid driver with the 27mm polyamide dome tweeter in a taller cabinet than the A2.2. Standing 861 x 165 x 284 mm and weighing 14.5 kg, it keeps a slim 165mm width while extending bass to 36 Hz and lifting sensitivity to 85 dB. The larger 18cm cone and taller cabinet buy reach and sensitivity over the A2.2 without widening the footprint, making it a compelling middle choice.
Spendor A7.2
The A7.2 is the largest and most capable speaker here, a two way floorstander built around an 18cm EP77 bass and mid driver and the 27mm polyamide dome tweeter. At 934 x 180 x 305 mm and 18.17.7 kg each, it is the widest and deepest cabinet in the line, reaching the lowest bass at 33 Hz, sharing the 85 dB sensitivity of the A4.2, and uniquely accepting up to 200 watts of amplifier power (versus 150 for the other two). It suits larger rooms and listeners who want full range scale from a two way design. Finishes include black oak, walnut, oak and satin white.
Which Should You Buy by Scenario
I have a small or medium room and want a floorstander that won't dominate it
Choose the A2.2, whose compact 786 x 150 x 258 mm cabinet and 46 Hz bass extension are well suited to smaller spaces where a larger speaker could overload the room. It gives you a true floorstanding presentation in the smallest footprint of the three.
I want the most resolution and midrange clarity in a slim cabinet
Choose the A4.2, whose larger 18cm cone and taller cabinet add reach while keeping a slim 165mm width. It also extends lower, to 36 Hz, and offers 85 dB sensitivity.
I have a larger room and want the deepest, fullest sound
Choose the A7.2, which reaches the lowest bass in the line at 33 Hz and uses the largest cabinet (934 x 180 x 305 mm) to fill bigger spaces with scale and authority.
I have a more powerful amplifier and want headroom
Choose the A7.2, the only model here rated to accept up to 200 watts, compared with the 150 watt ceiling of both the A2.2 and A4.2. All three start at a 25 watt recommended minimum, so any of them will work with modest power as well.
I value a narrow cabinet but still want extended bass
Choose the A4.2, which pairs a 165mm width identical to the A2.2 with lower bass extension (36 Hz) and higher sensitivity (85 dB), splitting the difference between the compact A2.2 and the larger A7.2.
A Note on Matching and the Rest of the System
All three speakers present a 6.75 ohm nominal impedance and share a common 25 watt lower power recommendation, so they pair comfortably with a wide range of amplifiers, though the A4.2 and A7.2 (both 85 dB) are slightly easier to drive than the A2.2 (83 dB). The A7.2 additionally accommodates amplifiers up to 200 watts if you want extra headroom in a larger room. Because every model uses an asymmetric rear ported cabinet with Dynamic Damping, allow some breathing room behind the speakers and experiment with distance from the rear wall to balance bass output against your room's acoustics.
Come Listen at AEA
The best way to choose between the A2.2, A4.2, and A7.2 is to hear them in person, and we invite you to visit the All Elite Audio showroom in Timonium, Maryland to do exactly that. Demo units rotate over time, so please reach out ahead of your visit to confirm which A-line models are currently set up for listening.