Harbeth 40.2 Announced at Munich

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Successor to the BBC’s old LS5/8 monitor loudspeaker, Harbeth’s new incarnation launched at the Munich High End has improvements on all fronts over the 1970s’ two-way and said to be a significant upgrade to the Monitor 40.1 model.

“The three-way Monitor 40 solved the inadequacies of that old BBC model, which attempted to force a 12-inch polypropylene bass unit to behave as a midrange as well.” says Harbeth’s Alan Shaw, “An idea doomed from the start; no wonder BBC engineers struggled with the LS5/8’s weird sonic balance.”

The Harbeth design has now been upgraded to a new generation with a totally revised crossover and increased sensitivity.

“The M40.2 is more sensitive, more efficient, works with small amplifiers, has greater power handing, creates a more open and transparent sound – its three drive units are perfectly integrated and the whole experience even more engaging and, as always, sweet and clean”, adds Alan Shaw.

Therefore, the new model is as happy in both broadcast studios and home listening rooms, straight out of the carton. All this thanks to a ground-up redesign of the crossover network, using the latest software simulation tools and measuring systems. Production is due to begin shortly at Harbeth’s Sussex factory. The expected UK retail price will be around £12,000 ($19,000 USD) for cherry veneer.

The new model is on display at the Harbeth stand in Munich (Hall 3, F12) where a new, bespoke range of Bavarian-designed and built stands will also be unveiled.
 
If im in the market for Harbeth I would grab Joes pair in a heart beat. Its barely break in and beautiful rosewood for less than half price of new one and they look the same. ;)
 
Thank you Paul, I agree. I don't plan on replacing them because I have my Strads.
 
Mike.......The new Harbeth M40.2 does look good. Harbeth always seems to get a lot of praise from owners. Harbeth is one speaker manufacturer I have never auditioned.


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Dan - I've never heard the 40.1s but I've heard the 30.1s. These are the smaller siblings to the 40.Xs. A great speaker for a smaller rooms...sounds fantastic with jazz, small ensembles.
 
I've heard the 30.1's, 40.1's and Super HL5+'s. I love them all. My fav is probably the Super HL5+ for normal sized rooms (example 13 x 19). and 40.1's for big ass rooms (18 x 27 for example). 30.1's are great for small rooms (11 x 13 for example).

They won't impress the left-brainers due to their lack of diamond, aluminum, carbon fiber and whatever else, but they will thrill the music lover. [emoji6]
 
Mike said:
They won't impress the left-brainers due to their lack of diamond, aluminum, carbon fiber and whatever else, but they will thrill the music lover. [emoji6]
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Did you have to start that again Mike :p


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a.wayne said:
Do most Harbeth Owners use tubes or SS .........?
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My advice? It depends if you prefer tubes over SS. I feel both can be excellent. My Devialet is amazing on my 40.1's as was my Hegel H30. I do "prefer" my GAT/ART above all else but moderate to higher powered tubes are glorious. My LM219IA was stunning but I feel a little underpowered. If the Lampizator 211 SET amp at 100wpc arrives soon, I feel it will be stunning on any Harbeth. Having slightly more power vs not enough is very much preferred.
 
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