HARBETH Monitor 30.2 XD

Harbeth M30.3 XD2: the compact form of the BBC reference

The M30.3 XD2 follows in the line of the famous monitors developed for the BBC, where accuracy of reproduction and neutrality come first. It adopts the monitor design approach, with an ultra-linear frequency response and remarkably precise soundstaging, in the most compact footprint of the brand's "Monitor" range.

At the heart of the M30.3 XD2 is RADIAL4™ cone technology, the fourth generation of a proprietary injection-moulded material Harbeth has developed since 1995. This process allows far more precise control over acoustic properties than conventional thermoforming, for a stiffer, lighter cone with an improved profile. Every speaker in the XD2 series also features a completely redesigned crossover, for improved tonal accuracy and greater depth and clarity.

The listening experience

The M30.3 XD2 above all invites critical, fatigue-free listening. Its neutral, faithful signature, with no added colouration, will appeal to demanding music lovers and sound professionals alike. Bass shows fine extension and weight right from the first notes, letting each instrument speak both on its own and within the ensemble. Merciless in its precision, it forgives nothing on a poorly mastered recording, yet remains engaging and musical throughout — particularly insightful with vocal, jazz, classical and lighter rock material.

Key features

• 200mm RADIAL4™ bass/midrange driver, made by Harbeth
• 25mm ferrofluid-cooled dome tweeter
• Frequency response: 50Hz - 20kHz ± 3dB free-space
• Impedance: 6 Ω, easy to drive
• Sensitivity: 85dB / 1W / 1m
• Rectangular enclosure, screw-on front and rear panels, single high-quality binding post pair
• Fully redesigned crossover for the XD2 generation
• Fully hand-assembled by master craftsmen in England

Highlights

• The most compact model in Harbeth's "Monitor" range
• Compatible with an exceptionally wide range of amplifiers
• Every speaker individually tested before shipping, in a custom protective carton
• Matching Tontrager stands available separately
• Hand-selected premium wood veneer finishes

Technical Features


200mm Harbeth RADIAL2™ bass/mid;
25mm ferrofluid-cooled tweeter
Frequency response
50Hz – 20kHz, ±3dB free-space, grille on, smooth off-axis response

Impedance


6 ohms, easy to drive

Sensitivity


85dB/2.83V/1m axial

Amplifier suggestion


Works with a wide range of amplifiers – suggested from 25W/channel

Power handling


150W programme

Dimensions


460 x 277 x 275 mm (+12mm for grille and binding posts)

Connectors


Two 4mm Harbeth branded binding posts

Weight


11.6kg each (without packing)

Space needs


Overall response optimised for use away from walls.

Stands


Optimally to bring ears level with tweeters. (Tweeter: 320mm up from cabinet base)

Packing


Single speaker per protective carton

Grille colour


Black