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Description :
The Naim Audio SBL speakers closest equivalent in the current Naim range in terms of size would be the Allae, but it is arguably close to the sound quality of the SL2. Naim Audio ceased making the SBL in 2002. The early series of the Naim SBL uses an 8" paper cone bass unit derived from the Mordaunt Short DS08 used in the original Pageant and a Scanspeak tweeter. The mk2 versions have a updated bass driver. The SBL is uncommonly well designed, and capable of outstanding music reproduction. The brilliance of this speaker lies in the design of cabinets and stands. Even today few speakers can match the completeness of this design which integrates drivers, cabinets and stands together. The cabinet structure comprises three separate enclosures, one for the bass/midrange unit and one for the tweeter, with the third coupled to the bass/midrange enclosure via a precision acoustical resistance. This arrangement apparently provides a very high level of isolation for its drivers and gives the extended low frequency performance and low distortion associated normally with much larger cabinets. The sound is very dynamic and exceptionally suitable for rock music. Those who enjoy live performance music will love having the Naim Audio SBL speakers. They can blast real loud without distortion. Another characteristic of the Naim Audio SBL is that the speakers can be upgraded by played active. By using the Naim Audio Naxo 2/4 active crossover, the SBL's can be switched to active mode which brings even more excitement and enjoyment to the music. Just for some who are curious what SBL stands for, it means Separate Box Loudspeaker.

Specifications :
Sensitivity..................................................88dB/1W/1m
Impedance.................................................6 ohm (min)
Power handling...........................................75W
Frequency response...................................30Hz - 20Hz +/- 3dB
Weight......................................................24kg each side
Dimensions(w x d x h)................................27 x 27 x 89cm

Miscellaneous :
Box..........................................................Yes
Made in.....................................................UK, England
Condition...................................................8/10

Product Information :
http://members.shaw.ca/mikesae/images/rebuildSBLs.pdf (Redoing the Silicon)

Reviews :
http://www.gramophone.net/Issue/Page/January%201987/104/854956