{"title":"Stirling Broadcast","description":"After a long history of repairing and servicing LS3\/5a's from within both the professional and amateur arenas, Stirling Broadcast became involved in the manufacture of LS3\/5a loudspeakers after purchasing and reselling the bankrupt Rogers stock.\nOnce an LS3\/5a License had been obtained from the BBC, Stirling Broadcast commissioned the manufacture of new T27 and B110 drive units from KEF and reintroduced the LS3\/5a to the market, to enthusiastic reception. Shortly afterwards Stirling Broadcast began its path of innovation in the LS3\/5a world by introducing higher quality crossovers, referred to as 'SuperSpec', and thin-walled, screw-back cabinets. Most recently Doug Stirling of Stirling Broadcast has released the Stirling AB-2 Bass Extenders an improved version of the original AB-1.","products":[{"product_id":"stirling-broadcast-bbc-ls3-5a-v2-loudspeakers","title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/5a V2 Loudspeakers","description":"THE BBC REFERENCE MONITOR TYPE LS3\/5a LOUDSPEAKER IS BACK!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe V2 LS3\/5a from Stirling Broadcast is awarded Best Loudspeaker under £1000 in the Hi Fi News 2005 Awards, beating both the Sonus Faber Concertino Domus and Ruark Sabre III.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce an LS3\/5a License had been obtained from the BBC, Stirling Broadcast commissioned the manufacture of new T27 and B110 drive units from KEF and reintroduced the LS3\/5a to the market, to enthusiastic reception. Shortly afterwards Stirling Broadcast began its path of innovation in the LS3\/5a world by introducing higher quality crossovers, referred to as 'SuperSpec', and thin-walled, screw-back cabinets modelled after the prototype LS3\/5a cabinets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing problems and uncertainties with the continuing supply of T27 and B110 drive units Stirling Broadcast have introduced an updated version of the LS3\/5a, unofficially known as the V2. The designer, a luminary in the audio industry, has utilised specially prepared SEAS and ScanSpeak drive units with high grade crossovers that accurately mimic the response characteristics of the original versions. Stirling Broadcast has successfully managed to capture the best aspects of both versions of the LS3\/5a, combining the faster and more modern sound of the 11 ohm version with the seductive vocal abilities of the 15 ohm version, and adding an improved and extended bass response and greater power handling for good measure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUniversally accepted as the reference for miniature systems, the LS3\/5a grade two monitor delivers a wholly exceptional degree of tonal accuracy. Specifically designed for broadcasting environments where space is at a premium, each speaker is matched to within 1dB of a BBC standard. Within the domestic environment, the LS3\/5a delivers a performance of unparalleled purity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComplete with 5 years warranty\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease Note: Purchase the LS3\/5a and AB-2 bass extender together and we will ensure the veneers are matched for you. 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Stirling AB-2 Bass Extenders for Stirling V2 and all LS3\/5a's\u003cbr\u003eAll prices are per matched PAIR of loudspeakers, double boxed in export packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat is the difference between the old Rogers AB1 and the latest Stirling AB-2 ?\u003cbr\u003eStirling designed their new AB-2 for a broader, less peaky frequency response (AB-1 produced a \"one-note thud\" centred at 70Hz), with the Stirling AB-2 you can hear progression through the bass register.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe AB-2 cabinet is taller by 48mm. Stirling made it taller so that the inner chambers and port length\/diameter would be optimised for the high quality SB-4424 drive units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStirling have used the latest rubberised damping pads (as used in the V2), these are far better that the brittle bituminous material used in the old AB1.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA more stable plinth has been designed, with heavy duty threaded inserts and high grade spikes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh quality gold plated upper \u0026amp; lower connectors (Rogers AB-1 used nickel plated connectors).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpgraded link lead system (to link the AB-2 to the V2's or other brand of LS3\/5a's), with gold plated connectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe AB-2 is balanced to work at it's best with Stirling V2, but it also produces great results when used with any classic LS3\/5a's from 1974 - 1997.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe sell the AB-2 with a 5 year warranty on the drive units and crossovers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStirling AB-2 Bass Extenders - Specification:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSystem Type: Symmetrically loaded band-pass\u003cbr\u003eFrequency Response: 52Hz-125Hz +\/- 3dB\u003cbr\u003eDrive unit: 124mm Stirling\/SEAS SB-4424 computer matched\u003cbr\u003eCrossover: 2nd order frequency 125Hz\u003cbr\u003eSensitivity: 82dB for 2.83V @ 1 metre\u003cbr\u003eNominal impedance: 8 Ohm\u003cbr\u003eCabinet: 17mm MDF with rubberised 5mm thick damping pads\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (HxWxD): Cabinet: 606 x 188 x 166 \/ Plinth: 25 x 255 x 235\u003cbr\u003eAccessory's (supplied) 8 x Floor spikes with locknuts \u0026amp; 2 x Link leads\u003cbr\u003eWeight (each) 8.2kg\u003cbr\u003eShipping weight (per pair) 18.2kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: Purchase the LS3\/5a and AB-2 bass extender together and we will ensure the veneers are matched for you.","brand":"Stirling Broadcast","offers":[{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Walnut","offer_id":57409179713868,"sku":"STIRLINGAB2W","price":1415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Cherry","offer_id":57419649384780,"sku":"STIRLINGAB2C","price":1415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - English Oak","offer_id":57419649810764,"sku":"STIRLINGAB2-ENGLISHOAK","price":1415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Black Ash","offer_id":57419649909068,"sku":"STIRLINGAB2-BA","price":1415.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Rosewood","offer_id":57419649974604,"sku":"STIRLINGAB2R","price":1581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Wild Oak","offer_id":57419650367820,"sku":"STIRBROADAB2-WILDOAK","price":1581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Zebrano","offer_id":57419650433356,"sku":"STIRBROADCAOSTAB2-Z","price":1581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast AB-2 Bass Extenders (pair) - Ebony","offer_id":57419650826572,"sku":"STIRBROADAB2-EBONY","price":1581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/6891\/2204\/files\/stirling-ab-2-ls35a.jpg?v=1777479403"},{"product_id":"stirling-broadcast-bbc-ls3-6-reference-loudspeaker","title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 Reference Loudspeaker","description":"Stirling Broadcast's new BBC LS3\/6 Reference Loudspeaker. This new loudspeaker is a 3-way loudspeaker designed for Stirling Broadcast by Derek Hughes to be as close to the original BBC LS3\/6 specification as was possible with modern components, and built under licence from the BBC. The BBC LS3\/6 license was only obtained after submission to the BBC for rigorous examination to ensure adherence to the original specification. The original BBC LS3\/6 Loudspeaker was designed as a monitoring loudspeaker for outside broadcast use, as with the smaller LS3\/5a speaker. Once the design was finalised Rogers became one of the first companies to produce this complicated design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Stirling Broadcast LS3\/6 takes advantage of the greater consistency and linearity of modern drive units compared to when the LS3\/6 was originally designed.\u003cbr\u003eA very high quality crossover is used to mesh custom made drive units, including a super-tweeter, into thin-wall, birch plywood (9mm ply) cabinets with double thickness rubber damping pads and screw-on, removable front and rear panels, as per the BBC \"lossy\" cabinet design ideal, as also seen in the Stirling version of the LS3\/5a. This new version offers greater power-handling than the original versions from the 1970 and 1980s, and offers the smooth frequency response, very low colouration and good dispersion commensurate to addearing to the specifications of a BBC monitor. The new speaker ideally requires 400mm high stands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 Description: \u003cbr\u003eThe LS3\/6 is a 3 way reflex full range, freestanding assembly, designed to meet the needs of high quality studio monitoring at moderate sound levels. The speaker contains 3 drive units, custom built specifically for this loudspeaker and mounted in a 45litre reflex loaded cabinet, together with a crossover\/equaliser unit to match the units and to give the overall level frequency response needed for critical listening. The loudspeaker system has an IEC268 power handling of 90watts continuous, 150watts short term and a frequency response of 45Hz - 17kHz +\/-3dB, with crossover points of 3kHz and 13kHz. It possesses a sensitivity of 87dB for 1watt at 1metre, and a maximum output of 107dB. The loudspeaker utilises a 22cm LF drive unit SB-4432, 27mm HF unit SB-4434 and 19mm SHF unit SB-4436, and the nominal impedance is 8ohms. The connections are bi-wired screw terminals accepting both 4mm plugs and bare wires up to 4mm cross sectional area. The cabinet is 30cm wide, 30cm deep and 63cm high and of a thin wall damped construction with internal standing wave damping, finished in pair matched wood veneer with a matt lacquer finish. The weight is 18.5kg.\u003cbr\u003ePower Handling: 90w continuous,150w short term, IEC268 Max Sound Level: 107dB, pair @2m \u003cbr\u003eInput Impedance: 8ohm nominal \u003cbr\u003eInput connections: Bi-wire, 4mm terminals \u003cbr\u003eFrequency Response: 45Hz to 17kHz +\/-3dB(On HF axis @1m) \u003cbr\u003eSensitivity: 87dB\/1watt\/1m \u003cbr\u003eCabinet Dimensions: 30cm (12\") wide x 30cm (12\") deep x 63cm (24\") \u003cbr\u003ehigh LF Drive Unit: SB-4432 \u003cbr\u003eHF Drive Unit: SB-4434 \u003cbr\u003eSHF Drive Unit: SB-4436 \u003cbr\u003eCrossover frequencies: 3kHz, 13kHz \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 18.5kg ","brand":"Stirling Broadcast","offers":[{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 (pair) - Cherry","offer_id":57409186234700,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36C","price":3581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 (pair) - Walnut","offer_id":57419679498572,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36W","price":3581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 (pair) - English Oak","offer_id":57419679596876,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36-ENGLISHOAK","price":3581.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 - Ebony Limited Edition Gold Label-pair","offer_id":57419679924556,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36E","price":3831.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6  - Rosewood Ltd Edition Gold Label-pair","offer_id":57419680285004,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36R","price":3831.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 - Zebrano Limited Edition Gold Label-pair","offer_id":57419680710988,"sku":"STIRLINGLS36ZEB","price":3831.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stirling Broadcast BBC LS3\/6 - Wild Oak Ltd Edition Gold Label-pair","offer_id":57419681235276,"sku":"SBROADCASTBBCLS3\/6-WO","price":3831.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/6891\/2204\/files\/stirling-bbc-ls3-6.jpg?v=1777479675"},{"product_id":"stirling-broadcast-sb-88-domestic-monitor-loudspeaker","title":"Stirling Broadcast SB-88 (SB88) Domestic Monitor Loudspeaker","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Stirling Broadcast SB-88 Domestic Monitor Loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStirling Broadcast is proud to present another outstanding loudspeaker design by Derek Hughes. This new loudspeaker is a two-way design, being similar to the Stirling Broadcast LS3\/6 but with a slightly smaller cabinet and without the 'super-tweeter'. The LF and HF units are the same custom units as used in the Stirling Broadcast LS3\/6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loudspeaker has an IEC268 power handling of 90 watts contnuous and a frequency response of 48Hz - 18kHz +\/-3dB, with a crossover point of 3kHz. The sensitivity is 87db for 1 watt at 1 metre, and the maximum output is 107dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loudspeaker utilises a 22cm LF drive unit SB-4432 and a 27mm HF unit SB-4434, and the nominal impedance is 8ohms. The connections are by bi-wired screw terminals accepting both 4mm plugs and bare wires up to 4mm cross sectional area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is 27cm wide, 30cm deep and 50cm high and of a thin wall damped construction with internal standing wave damping, finished in pair matched wood veneer with a matt lacquer finish. The weight is 14.4kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new speaker ideally requires 480mm high stands and Stirling Broadcast can supply matching stands from Something Solid. Interested customers should contact Stirling Broadcast or Something Solid for further details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SB-88 loudspeaker arrives!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Two way stand-mounted loudspeaker, classic thin-wall (9mm) birch plywood construction, internally damped panels. \u003cbr\u003eConnections: High quality gold plated bi-wire terminals \u003cbr\u003eDriver complement: Stirling specification 200mm bass\/mid driver, 26mm tweeter \u003cbr\u003eCrossover frequency: 3 kHz \u003cbr\u003ePower Handling: 90w continuous,150w short term \u003cbr\u003eMax Sound Level: 107dB, pair @2m \u003cbr\u003eSensitivity: 87dB\/1watt\/1m \u003cbr\u003eFrequency Response: 48Hz to 18kHz +\/-3dB(On HF axis @1m) \u003cbr\u003eImpedance: 8 ohms nominal \u003cbr\u003eCabinet Dimensions: 27cm (12\") wide x 30cm (12\") deep x 50cm (24\") high \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 14.4kg each (shipping weight 22kg each)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following Editions\/Veneers are available:\u003cbr\u003eCherry\u003cbr\u003eWalnut\u003cbr\u003eBlack Ash\u003cbr\u003eEbony \"Limited Edition Gold Label\"\u003cbr\u003eRosewood \"Limited Edition Gold Label\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stirling Broadcast","offers":[{"title":"Stirling Broadcast SB-88 (pair) - Walnut","offer_id":57409327726924,"sku":"STBROADCASTSB88-WALNUT","price":3329.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/6891\/2204\/files\/stir22.jpg?v=1778838853"},{"product_id":"stirling-broadcast-ls3-5a-v3-stand-mount-speakers","title":"Stirling Broadcast LS3\/5a V3 Stand Mount Speakers","description":"LS3\/5a V3 Stand Mount Loudspeaker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nDesigned by the BBC in the early seventies for use as an outside broadcast monitor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nStirling has been making a V2 LS3\/5a for a number of years now with an 8 ohm nominal impedance which is a lower than the classic 15 Ohms of the original design but makes much more sense in the context of today's relatively high powered amplifiers.  The low sensitivity of the design (83dB) was chosen in order to provide better bass, so it needs a bit of power to achieve real control and the 8 Ohm impedance actually helps in this regard. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nThe V3 version of the LS3\/5a is identical to the V2 in all respects exept the crossover.  This was designed to reduce distortion to an absolute minimum and eke out as good a bass response as possible.  The V3 also uses Tygan in place of the V2's cloth for its front grilles.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nThe V3 is specified as having a lower response point of 75Hz which even for its size seems high but that is largely because of the sealed nature of the design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nTechnical Specifications:- \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTechnical Specifications:- \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nType: two-way infinite baffle (sealed box), classic BBC thin-wall (9mm) birth plywood construction, internally damped panels\u003cbr\u003e\nConnections: gold plated bi-wire 4mm terminals\u003cbr\u003e\nDrive units: bass\/midrange unit Sitrling SB4428, tweeter Sitrling SB4429\u003cbr\u003e\nPower handling: 60 watts continuous, 110 watts short term, IEC268\u003cbr\u003e\nMax. sound level: 110dB, pair @ 2 metres\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity: 83dB for 1 watt (2.83V) @ 1 metre\u003cbr\u003e\nFrequency response: 75Hz to 18kHz +\/-3dB (on HF axis @ 1 metre)\u003cbr\u003e\nCrossover frequency: 3kHz\u003cbr\u003e\nImpedance: 11 ohm nominal\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions (mm): 302 wide x 188 high x 168 deep\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 5.3 kilos each\u003cbr\u003e\nPacked weight (pair) 12.8 Kilos\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping carton sizse (mm): 480 wide x 460 high x 330 deep\nFinishes: standard: walnut, cherry, black ash, English oak\u003cbr\u003e\nSE Veneers: Wild Oak, Zebrano, Ebony Tiger Strips and Rosewood","brand":"Stirling Broadcast","offers":[{"title":"Stirling Broadcast LS3\/5a V3 (ex demo pair) - Walnut","offer_id":57414932463948,"sku":"STIRLINGLS3\/5AV3-WAL","price":1665.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/6891\/2204\/files\/ls35av3-1420x798.jpg?v=1778839965"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/6891\/2204\/collections\/stirlingbroadcast_d1cee543-0ba1-49a3-8b9c-78e57c6b06de.gif?v=1777394160","url":"https:\/\/www.stoneaudio.co.uk\/collections\/stirling-broadcast.oembed","provider":"Stone Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}