Spendor A Line Floorstanders Compared: A2.2 vs A4.2 vs A7.2

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 22mm LPZ (linear pressure zone) 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

Each speaker also carries an 8 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 180mm EP77 bass/midrange driver with the 22mm LPZ tweeter, crossing over at 4.2 kHz. At 775 x 165 x 275 mm and 13.5 kg each, it has the smallest footprint here, with a frequency response reaching down to 40 Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. It is the natural entry point for listeners who want a proper floorstanding presentation without overwhelming a modest room. Finishes include Black Ash, Dark Walnut, and Natural Oak.

Spendor A4.2

The A4.2 is the only three way, three driver model in the group, adding a dedicated 150mm EP77 midrange driver alongside the 180mm EP77 bass driver and the 22mm LPZ tweeter. Standing 930 x 165 x 280 mm and weighing 16.5 kg, it keeps a slim 165mm width while extending bass to 32 Hz and lifting sensitivity to 88 dB. The three way layout lets the midrange driver focus on vocals and instruments while the bass driver handles the low end, making it a compelling middle choice for those who want detail and reach in a still narrow cabinet.

Spendor A7.2

The A7.2 is the largest and most capable speaker here, a two way, two driver floorstander built around the 180mm EP77 bass/midrange driver and 22mm LPZ tweeter. At 927 x 192 x 302 mm and 18.4 kg each, it is the widest and deepest cabinet in the line, reaching the lowest bass at 30 Hz, sharing the 88 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 Dark Walnut, Natural Oak, and Black Ash.

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 775 x 165 x 275 mm cabinet and 40 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, the only three way design here, whose dedicated 150mm midrange driver separates midrange duties from the 180mm bass driver while keeping the same slim 165mm width as the A2.2. It also extends lower, to 32 Hz, and offers 88 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 30 Hz and uses the largest cabinet (927 x 192 x 302 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 (32 Hz) and higher sensitivity (88 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 an 8 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 88 dB) are slightly easier to drive than the A2.2 (86 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.