Audio T Verdict
The Spendor D7.2 combine the scale and bass extension of a serious floorstanding speaker with an unusually slim, room-friendly cabinet.
Their 2.5-way driver arrangement delivers deep, articulate bass while preserving the natural vocal clarity and precise stereo imaging for which Spendor is known.
Spendor's LPZ tweeter provides detailed, open high frequencies without making the presentation sound forced or overly bright. The result is revealing enough for a high-performance system but comfortable over long listening sessions.
A 90dB sensitivity and relatively accommodating 8-ohm load make the D7.2 easier to drive than their performance might suggest, allowing them to work with a broad range of quality valve and solid-state amplifiers.
For listeners seeking a slim British-made speaker with speed, transparency and convincing full-range authority, the D7.2 remain an exceptionally complete design.
Spendor D7.2 2nd Generation Floorstanding Speakers
The Spendor D7.2 are passive 2.5-way floorstanding speakers designed for high-performance music systems in medium and larger rooms.
Each cabinet combines an 18cm EP77 polymer bass and midrange driver, a dedicated 18cm Kevlar composite bass driver and Spendor's proprietary 22mm LPZ tweeter.
The speakers are supplied as a stereo pair, available in a choice of contemporary finishes and designed and manufactured in the UK.
A Separate Amplifier Is Required
The D7.2 are passive loudspeakers and require a suitable stereo amplifier, streaming amplifier or power amplifier.
- No built-in amplification
- No Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
- No network streaming services
- No HDMI or digital inputs
- No built-in volume control
Spendor recommends amplification between 25W and 200W per channel.
Sophisticated 2.5-Way Design
The D7.2 use two different 18cm drivers rather than asking one unit to reproduce the complete bass and midrange spectrum.
The EP77 polymer driver handles the midrange and upper bass, while the Kevlar composite driver reinforces the lower frequencies. This provides greater bass extension and dynamic freedom without sacrificing vocal clarity.
Crossover points at 900Hz and 3.2kHz carefully integrate both drivers with the LPZ tweeter, helping the speaker behave as a coherent whole.
Spendor LPZ Tweeter
The proprietary 22mm Linear Pressure Zone tweeter uses a lightweight woven polyamide diaphragm positioned behind a precision stainless-steel front plate.
A sequential-geometry micro-foil acts as an acoustic lens, helping equalise the path lengths of sound waves travelling from different parts of the diaphragm.
The design produces focused stereo images, a wide listening area and extended high frequencies without making the treble sound detached from the rest of the music.
EP77 Polymer Bass and Midrange Driver
The 18cm bass and midrange driver uses Spendor's proprietary EP77 polymer cone.
Its cast magnesium-alloy chassis, efficient motor system and optimised electro-dynamic damping are designed to reduce colouration and preserve the natural character of voices and instruments.
The polymer surround has a stable molecular structure that also helps reduce the lengthy running-in period associated with some driver materials.
Dedicated Kevlar Composite Bass Driver
A second 18cm driver uses a rigid, two-part bonded Kevlar composite cone specifically developed for low-frequency reproduction.
Separating the lower bass workload from the EP77 driver helps the D7.2 produce powerful bass while maintaining a clean and open midrange.
Spendor specifies a typical in-room response extending down to 29Hz, giving the slim cabinet genuine full-range ability.
Fifth-Generation Linear Flow Port
The D7.2 use Spendor's fifth-generation Linear Flow port, positioned at the base of the cabinet.
An aerodynamically shaped central baffle creates a tapered twin-venturi path that progressively reduces air velocity towards the port exits.
This helps minimise turbulence, port noise and unwanted midrange output while allowing the speaker to deliver deep bass with natural timing.
The recessed speaker terminals are positioned within the port aperture, keeping plugs and cables discreetly behind the cabinet.
Dynamic Cabinet Damping
The rigid asymmetric cabinet uses carefully positioned internal bracing to disperse standing waves and control panel movement.
Spendor's Dynamic Damping system places small constrained-polymer dampers at key energy points rather than heavily filling the enclosure with energy-storing material.
This approach is designed to preserve speed and timing while preventing the cabinet from adding an obvious character of its own.
Room Placement and Levelling
The D7.2 are designed to be relatively accommodating in real-world rooms, but careful positioning will still improve bass balance, image depth and vocal focus.
Begin with both speakers placed symmetrically and a similar distance from the wall behind them. Small changes to spacing and toe-in can then be used to refine the presentation.
Height-adjustable spikes allow each cabinet to be levelled and stabilised on suitable carpeted floors.
Protect Hard Flooring
Do not place exposed spikes directly onto wood, laminate, tile or other delicate surfaces.
Use suitable floor protectors or the supplied non-slip polymer interfaces where appropriate, and ensure that neither speaker rocks when touched.
Fine-Tune Before Making Major System Changes
Moving the D7.2 by only a few centimetres can alter bass weight and soundstage focus.
Complete the basic levelling, wall-distance and toe-in adjustments before changing cables, amplification or room treatment.
Amplifier Matching
With 90dB sensitivity and an 8-ohm nominal impedance, the D7.2 can work with a wide selection of quality amplifiers.
The stated minimum impedance is 5 ohms, so the electrical load should be manageable for properly designed valve and solid-state electronics.
Although extremely high power is not essential, a capable amplifier with clean current delivery will help the speakers maintain bass control, scale and dynamic contrast.
Spendor A7.2 or D7.2?
Choose the A7.2 When
- A more affordable Spendor floorstander is preferred
- The newer A-Line styling suits the room
- A simpler two-way design is sufficient
- A slightly smaller and lighter cabinet is useful
- Your system or room does not require 29Hz extension
Choose the D7.2 When
- Greater resolution and transparency are priorities
- Deeper bass extension is required
- The LPZ tweeter technology appeals
- A dedicated lower-bass driver is preferred
- The partnering system can reveal its full ability
The Spendor A7.2 provide a more accessible route to a slim, full-sized Spendor floorstander.
Spendor D7.2 or D9.2?
Choose the D7.2 When
- A slim cabinet is important
- The room is medium or moderately large
- A 2.5-way design provides sufficient scale
- Greater placement flexibility is required
- You want the more affordable D-Line model
Choose the D9.2 When
- A larger room needs greater output
- A full three-way design is preferred
- Additional bass authority is required
- Large-scale music is a priority
- The system and room suit the larger cabinet
The Spendor D9.2 step up to a larger full three-way design with greater scale and low-frequency authority.
Spendor Products and Audio T Guides
Key Features
- 2.5-way passive floorstanding speakers
- Supplied as a stereo pair
- 22mm Spendor LPZ polyamide-dome tweeter
- Stainless-steel acoustic-lens front plate
- 18cm EP77 polymer bass and midrange driver
- 18cm Kevlar composite lower-bass driver
- Fifth-generation Linear Flow port
- Tapered twin-venturi port design
- Rigid asymmetric braced cabinet
- Spendor Dynamic Damping technology
- 29Hz to 25kHz typical in-room response
- 90dB sensitivity
- 8-ohm nominal impedance
- 25W to 200W recommended amplification
- Single pair of recessed binding posts
- Height-adjustable spike feet
- Removable magnetic grilles
- Designed and manufactured in the UK
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Spendor D7.2 sold as a pair?
Yes. The Audio T product contains two floorstanding speakers.
Do they contain an amplifier?
No. They require a suitable external stereo amplifier, streaming amplifier or power amplifier.
What does 2.5-way mean?
The EP77 driver handles bass and midrange frequencies, while the second Kevlar composite driver reinforces the lower bass. Both work with the dedicated LPZ tweeter.
What drivers are fitted?
Each speaker uses an 18cm EP77 bass and midrange driver, an 18cm Kevlar composite bass driver and a 22mm LPZ tweeter.
What is the frequency response?
Spendor specifies a typical in-room response of 29Hz to 25kHz.
What amplifier power is recommended?
Spendor recommends between 25W and 200W per channel.
What is the nominal impedance?
The nominal impedance is 8 ohms, with a stated minimum of 5 ohms.
How sensitive are they?
Spendor specifies a sensitivity of 90dB for one watt measured at one metre.
Are they difficult to drive?
No. Their sensitivity and impedance make them compatible with a broad range of well-designed valve and solid-state amplifiers.
Can they be bi-wired?
No. The D7.2 use a single pair of recessed precision binding posts.
Can they be positioned close to a wall?
They are designed to be relatively accommodating, although the final wall distance should be adjusted to suit the room and preferred bass balance.
Where is the bass port?
The fifth-generation Linear Flow port is positioned at the base of the cabinet and uses a tapered twin-venturi design.
How large are they?
Each speaker measures approximately 980mm high, 192mm wide and 333mm deep.
How much does each speaker weigh?
Each D7.2 weighs approximately 21.2kg.
Which finishes are available?
Black Oak, Walnut, Oak, Satin White and Cherry are available, subject to stock.
Are floor spikes included?
Yes. Height-adjustable spike feet are supplied.
Are magnetic grilles included?
Yes. Removable magnetic front grilles are included.
Where are they manufactured?
The Spendor D7.2 are designed and manufactured in the UK.
What warranty is included?
Audio T currently supplies the D7.2 with a five-year manufacturer's warranty, subject to the applicable terms.
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Demonstrations with suitable valve and solid-state amplifiers
- Direct comparison with Spendor A-Line and D-Line models
- Amplifier power and system-matching guidance
- Room-positioning and bass setup support
- Speaker-cable and connection advice
- Spike and hard-floor protection guidance
- Home demonstrations may be available
- Part exchange may be available on suitable equipment
- Five-year manufacturer's warranty
- Ongoing system and setup support
Contact your local Audio T store to arrange a demonstration or discuss matching the Spendor D7.2 to your amplifier, room and listening requirements.