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Chartwell LS3/5
The Chartwell LS3/5 is Derek Hughes' recreation of the original BBC LS3/5, of which only 20 pairs were ever built.
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Chartwell LS3/5
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The BBC designed the LS3/5 for small spaces and accurate monitoring, and only 20 pairs were ever built. Derek Hughes rebuilt it with bespoke Volt and Seas drivers and a crossover derived from the original Kingswood Warren curves. BBC thinwall cabinet, Rockwool damping, grille on concealed magnets.
Specifications
| System | 2 Way, sealed enclosure |
|---|---|
| Enclosure | Thin wall construction, 9mm birch plywood, removable rear panel |
| Finish | Real wood veneer |
| Dimensions (w/h/d) | 18.5cm by 30cm by 16.5cm |
| Weight | 5.3kg |
| Frequency response | 70Hz to 20kHz, ±3dB |
| Nominal impedance | 9Ω |
| Sensitivity | 83dB SPL (2.83V, 1m) |
| Maximum output | 95dB for a pair at 2m |
| Bass/midrange | 110mm Bextrene |
| Tweeter | 19mm dome tweeter |
| Recommended amplifier power | 25 to 50 watts unclipped programme |