Spendor A1.2 Bookshelf Loudspeaker - Pair

Product Description

The Spendor A1.2 Bookshelf Loudspeaker is the most compact model in Spendor’s newly enhanced A-Line series, designed for audiophiles and music lovers seeking vibrant, high-fidelity sound in a small footprint. Standing just 31cm tall, this closed-box, 2-way speaker features a 15cm EP77 polymer cone mid/bass driver and a 22mm polyamide dome tweeter, delivering energetic, articulate sound with surprising scale. Its slim, elegant cabinet, available in premium Oak, Walnut, Black Oak, or Satin White finishes, fits seamlessly into any living space. With high efficiency and easy amplifier compatibility, the A1.2 offers a joyful, expressive listening experience, making it ideal for small rooms or minimalist hi-fi setups. Handcrafted in the UK, it reflects Spendor’s 50-year legacy of sonic excellence.  

Key Features  

• 2-Way Closed-Box Design: Combines a 15cm mid/bass driver and 22mm tweeter for detailed, coherent sound with impressive low-frequency power for its size.  
  
• LPZ Tweeter: 22mm polyamide dome with equalized sound-wave path lengths ensures precise, uncolored high frequencies with minimal distortion.  
  
• EP77 Polymer Mid/Bass Driver: 15cm cone delivers natural, articulate vocals and instruments, optimized for clarity and dynamic range.  
  
• Advanced Crossover Network: Refined crossover ensures seamless driver integration, enhancing soundstage and tonal balance.  
  
• High Efficiency: 85 dB sensitivity and 8-ohm nominal impedance make it compatible with a wide range of amplifiers, from low-powered tube amps to solid-state designs.  
  
• Compact, Rigid Cabinet: Slim, closed-box design with asymmetric bracing and Dynamic Damping reduces resonance, ensuring clean, transparent audio.  
  
• Versatile Placement: Optimized for small spaces, performs well on stands, shelves, or close to walls, maintaining articulate bass and detail.  
  
• Premium Finishes: Available in Oak, Walnut, Black Oak, and Satin White veneers for a refined, modern aesthetic.  
  
• Handcrafted in the UK: Meticulously assembled in Spendor’s Sheffield facility, ensuring quality and durability.  
  
• A-Line Mark 2 Upgrades: Enhanced drivers and crossover refinements deliver improved resolution and realism, building on the award-winning A1.

Why Choose the Spendor A1.2?

The A1.2 embodies Spendor’s commitment to “pure, immersive musical enjoyment,” as highlighted on spendoraudio.com, delivering “enormous fun” in a compact form, as praised by Ed Selley for its engaging, lively sound. Users on audio forums commend its ability to “punch above its size” with a vibrant, natural soundstage, ideal for genres like jazz, pop, and classical. Its closed-box design ensures tight, tuneful bass even in small rooms, while its high efficiency pairs well with a variety of amplifiers. Launched at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025, the A1.2’s refined engineering and elegant design make it a versatile, future-proof choice for audiophiles seeking high-fidelity sound without compromising space or budget.  

Product Specifications  

• Type: 2-way closed-box bookshelf loudspeaker  
  
• Drive Units:  Tweeter: 22mm LPZ polyamide dome  
  
• Mid/Bass: 15cm EP77 polymer cone
  
• Frequency Response: 55 Hz–25 kHz (-6 dB)  
  
• Sensitivity: 85 dB (2.83V/1m)  
  
• Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms  
  
• Crossover Frequency: 4.2 kHz  
  
• Power Handling: 25–100W (unclipped)  
  
• Dimensions: 12.2" H x 6.5" W x 7.4" D (310 x 165 x 188 mm)  
  
• Weight: 11 lbs (5 kg) per speaker  
  
• Finishes: Oak, Walnut, Black Oak, Satin White  

What’s Included  

• Spendor A1.2 Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair)  
  
• Magnetic grilles  
  
• User manual

Perfect For  

• Audiophiles seeking vibrant, high-fidelity sound in compact bookshelf speakers  
  
• Small-room hi-fi setups needing versatile, amplifier-friendly speakers  
  
• Music lovers valuing Spendor’s UK craftsmanship and expressive, engaging sound