Lowther
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Tweeter: Horn
Used Products
3
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Average Price
$20,001-$40,000
Brand Popularity
471
 of 900+
Products Listed
5
Review Count
2
Founding Year
1931
Headquarters
England
Lowther
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What's unique about the brand

Lowther Loudspeakers are known for their high-efficiency full-range drivers that produce detailed sound with minimal power input, making them particularly appealing to tube amp enthusiasts and DIY audio builders. Their unique horn-loaded designs and single-driver approach avoid the phase issues of multi-driver systems, while their handmade UK craftsmanship ensures quality in every speaker.

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Our interview with the brand

What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?

We have an exemplary reputation for producing single-range drivers that do not use crossovers. We have been in business since the 1930s. Many other companies have copied us, but none are our equal.

What's your approach to customer support?

We do not use conventional distribution/retail models. The majority of our products are manufactured to order. We use a number of trade representatives and what we term as boutique dealers for countries outside of the UK. We would normally ask a customer to refer themselves to our local representative in the first instance, as they can then ascertain what assistance the customer may require before they go to any unnecessary expense. Support, however, is controlled via our UK operation. For example, we may issue replacement products directly, supply our representatives with OEM parts for them to fit locally, or generally offer advice.

We pride ourselves that having purchased Lowthers in 2018, we have worked very hard on customer support with a no-quibble warranty. We have re-introduced the Lowther for Life scheme. Once you are a Lowther customer, we will do our level best to ensure that you remain a Lowther customer for the rest of your life.

What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?

Spanish Harlem – Rebecca Pidgeon (Chesky) – voice accuracy, instrument placement, depth of soundstage.

Wallace – Drive-By Truckers – dynamic range, visceral power.

Segue in C / bdb – Basie/Ellington (The First Time) – Duke on the left, Count on the right, spacious CBS studio recording.

What other products pair best with yours?

Lowther 'total sound philosophy' – matched with PX4 and our interconnects. Well set-up Lowthers will reveal weaknesses in the 'front end,' so phono/digital source should be carefully set up. Likewise, interconnects will vary tonal balance greatly.

Veracity Chrysalis pre-amp/DAC (if you can find one).

Raspberry Pi (Allo Digi hat, or similar) digital endpoint from server/file storage, JRiver library management. 

Clean, modestly powered 'push-pull' amp: EL34 Howes / Leak S20.

Big REL subwoofer.

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Lineup comparison

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Lowther Voigt Horn Reproduction:  

  • Positioning: A historical commission-only design for large spaces.  
  • Description: Combines a vintage horn design with a modern bass chamber to extend low-frequency performance, offering a straightforward yet unique sonic reproduction. Compared to the later innovations in the lineup, such as the nuanced processing in the Hegeman or the dual-driver setup in the AudioVector, it suits buyers focused on classic design for expansive halls and large-room applications.

Lowther Edilia:  

  • Positioning: A compact, elegant model built for high-quality sound in a limited space.  
  • Description: Differentiated by its dual-driver system featuring the new PM7A and a modified bass driver, paired with a compact Voigt pipe architecture that refines acoustic performance. Compared to the larger AudioVector and TP2, the Edilia offers precise, balanced sound reproduction ideal for smaller rooms.

Lowther TP2:  

  • Positioning: A modern reinterpretation of the classic corner horn designed for customizable performance.  
  • Description: Features a dual-loaded horn design and supports versatile driver options like the PM4A paired with a Super Tweeter to achieve detailed and expansive sound. In contrast with the Edilia's intimate scale and the AudioVector's dual-driver emphasis, the TP2 delivers a flexible solution for users seeking a blend of traditional design and modern tuning.

Lowther AudioVector:  

  • Positioning: A handcrafted model that merges classic legacy with modern technology for large spaces.  
  • Description: Stands out with its dual Lowther drive units, a top-firing horn, and a reflective design that disperses sound evenly, ensuring a rich and immersive listening experience. Compared to the compact Edilia and the versatile TP2, the AudioVector offers an expansive soundstage and elevated acoustic detail.

Lowther Hegeman:  

  • Positioning: The flagship speaker renowned for its intricate engineering and premium craftsmanship.  
  • Description: Distinguished by innovative field coil driver technology and a reimagined curved composite horn that fuses historical design with advanced modern engineering. Compared to the balanced AudioVector and the modular TP2, the Hegeman represents the pinnacle of sonic excellence.
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Showcasing the famous Allman Brothers Band in an astonishingly intimate frame, on stage in a rather small club (while filling stadiums, usually), is the track "In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed" from the record An Evening With The Allman Brothers Band – 2nd Set, recorded live in LA around 1992. Listened to by a dynamically capable and highly resolving speaker like from our range, the skillful, fun-driven playing, the vibrant atmosphere, and the cheering public make a "be there" experience par excellence. Ten minutes and fifteen seconds that fly.

Leopold Stokowski's famous Rhapsodies collection from 1960 (on Living Stereo, recorded at Manhattan Center) still holds surprises! While considered to be a "nice recording" anyway by many, especially true for the Liszt "Hungarian Rhapsody No.2," listeners who become exposed to the recording through our speakers realize far greater "ebb and flow" contrast in the orchestra's fantastic playing. At realistic concert level? As you please!

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