The Legacy of Graham Audio

Graham Audio is a leading British loudspeaker manufacturer renowned for its commitment to classic studio monitor design, exceptional craftsmanship, and true musical reproduction. Hand-built in the heart of Devon, England, every Graham Audio loudspeaker combines traditional BBC engineering principles with modern materials and manufacturing precision.

From the legendary Graham LS series to the Chartwell, Special Edition, and VOTU (Voice of the Universe) models, Graham Audio continues to uphold the BBC tradition of natural, transparent sound — bringing lifelike music reproduction to homes and studios around the world.


The Graham Audio Sound Philosophy


Graham Audio’s loudspeakers are based on one timeless principle: music should sound real. Each model is designed using BBC research standards, renowned for their neutrality, tonal balance, and ability to reveal the true character of every recording.


Core Design Values

  • Handcrafted in the UK by skilled technicians
  • BBC-licensed designs ensuring authentic reference-grade performance
  • Natural wood veneer cabinetry for both acoustic integrity and timeless beauty
  • High-quality drive units and crossover networks engineered for precision
  • Voiced by ear to achieve natural tonal balance and dynamic realism


Every Graham Audio loudspeaker is a masterpiece of British engineering and musical artistry, built to deliver years of listening pleasure.

Why Choose Graham Audio?

Choosing Graham Audio means choosing a legacy of truthful sound reproduction — the kind of natural, open, and emotionally rich presentation that brings every performance to life.


Key Benefits

  • Authentic BBC heritage with licensed monitor designs
  • Handcrafted British quality with timeless aesthetics
  • Perfect balance of accuracy and musical warmth
  • Scalable options from compact monitors to large floorstanders
  • Loved by professionals and audiophiles worldwide


Whether you’re assembling a home reference system or a professional studio setup, Graham Audio loudspeakers deliver the honesty, depth, and realism that define the true British sound.


Graham LS Series

Classic BBC Heritage Reimagined

The Graham LS Series continues the iconic BBC monitor legacy, faithfully recreating the sound and character of classic designs like the LS3/5A, LS5/9, and LS5/8. These speakers are world-renowned for their natural midrange, open soundstage, and effortless musicality.


Key Features


  • True BBC-licensed designs built to exact broadcast specifications
  • Handcrafted birch plywood cabinets for optimal resonance control
  • Custom-designed drive units developed in collaboration with Volt and SEAS
  • Wide, accurate frequency response with lifelike imaging
  • Available models: LS3/5, LS3/5A, LS5/9, LS5/8, LS5/5 and LS5/1
  • Ideal for: Studio monitoring and audiophile home systems


Each LS loudspeaker offers an organic, balanced presentation that captures the essence of live music, making them favourites among mastering engineers and serious listeners alike.

LS5/8 – The Studio Reference

A full-range monitor with commanding scale and natural midrange, perfect for both professional studios and high-end domestic systems.


Features:

  • 300 mm (12”) Volt bass/mid driver with 34 mm soft dome tweeter
  • True BBC thin-wall birch plywood cabinet
  • Deep, controlled bass and neutral tonal balance


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 40 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 90 dB / 1W / 1m
  • Impedance: 8 Ω
  • Dimensions: 76 × 46 × 40 cm

LS5/9 – The Broadcast Classic

Designed as a nearfield studio monitor for critical accuracy, the LS5/9 combines transparency with musical warmth.


Features:

  • Custom 200 mm Volt bass/mid driver
  • Hand-tuned crossover for seamless integration
  • Compact size with excellent imaging


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 50 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 87 dB
  • Impedance: 8 Ω
  • Dimensions: 46 × 27 × 28 cm

LS4/4 & LS4/4-2 – The Modern Monitor

Powerful yet refined, these large-format monitors are built for dynamic, full-range reproduction with studio precision.


Features:

  • Dual large-format woofers for high output and low distortion
  • Classically damped birch plywood cabinets
  • Designed for mastering-grade applications

LS5/1 & LS5/5 – BBC Legacy Models

Faithful recreations of the original BBC studio monitors, designed for wide frequency response and commanding dynamics.


Features:

  • Multi-driver systems with natural tonal accuracy
  • Authentic BBC thin-wall construction
  • Smooth dispersion for large control rooms

LS5/5F & LS5/9F – Floorstanding Variants

Extended bass response and elegant proportions, combining studio-grade neutrality with domestic convenience.


Features:

  • Identical drivers and crossover topology to monitor versions
  • Floorstanding cabinets for greater bass extension
  • Ideal for audiophile home use

LS5/8S & LS8/1 / LS8/1F – Signature Monitors

Modern evolutions inspired by BBC tradition, offering increased dynamics and presence.
Features:

  • High-efficiency designs with wide soundstage
  • Updated crossover topology
  • Stunning musical realism and control

Chartwell LS Series – Heritage and Refinement

The Chartwell LS Series pays tribute to one of Britain’s most respected loudspeaker names. Revived by Graham Audio, these models combine vintage charm with modern precision to deliver a beautifully refined and emotionally engaging listening experience.


Key Features

  • Classic BBC-inspired designs including the Chartwell LS3/5 and LS6
  • Compact form factor ideal for nearfield and smaller listening spaces
  • Voiced for warmth and clarity with a smooth, open midrange
  • High-quality crossover components for seamless driver integration
  • Natural wood finishes handcrafted for visual elegance
  • Accurate dispersion for balanced sound throughout the room


The Chartwell range embodies the true spirit of British hi-fi, offering rich tonality, wide imaging, and a deeply musical sound that draws you into every performance.

Chartwell LS3/5 – Compact BBC Monitor

The smallest Chartwell loudspeaker, delivering remarkable musical truth in a compact sealed enclosure.


Features:

  • 110 mm bass/mid driver and 19 mm tweeter
  • Handcrafted thin-wall birch plywood cabinet
  • Balanced midrange and superb imaging


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 70 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 83 dB
  • Impedance: 9 Ω
Dimensions: 30 × 19 × 17 cm

Chartwell LS3/5A – The Audiophile Classic

A re-engineered BBC legend, known for its midrange clarity and natural tone.


Features:

  • Licensed BBC LS3/5A design with 13-element crossover
  • Matched drive units for precise stereo balance
  • Warm, lifelike presentation


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 70 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 83 dB
  • Impedance: 11 Ω

Chartwell LS6 – Natural and Expressive

A medium-sized monitor bridging the gap between LS3/5A intimacy and LS5/9 scale.


Features:

•    165 mm bass/mid driver with dome tweeter

•    Balanced tonality and low-frequency reach

•    Optimised for small to medium listening rooms


Specifications:

•    Frequency response: 45 Hz – 20 kHz

•    Sensitivity: 87 dB

•    Impedance: 8 Ω


Chartwell LS6F – Floorstanding Precision

The LS6F extends the LS6’s musicality with enhanced bass depth and room presence.


Features:

  • Dual-chamber floorstanding enclosure
  • Extended low end with studio-grade balance
  • Slim design with rich tonal warmth


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 38 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 88 dB

Chartwell SUB3 / SUB6 – Musical Low-Frequency Support

Purpose-built subwoofers designed to complement BBC monitors.


Features:

  • Tuned bass alignment to integrate with LS models
  • Natural, non-intrusive extension of low frequencies
  • Compact design matching Graham cabinetry finishes

Special Edition LS Models – Ultimate Performance and Craftsmanship

The Graham Audio Special Edition LS range represents the brand’s most refined expression of BBC monitor design elevated to modern standards. Built using premium components and bespoke tuning, these limited-production models deliver a heightened level of transparency, resolution, and dynamic range.


Key Features

  • Specially selected components for unmatched consistency and performance
  • Enhanced crossover networks with audiophile-grade capacitors and resistors
  • Upgraded internal wiring and binding posts for optimal signal flow
  • Precision-matched drivers ensuring seamless tonal balance
  • Cabinets individually tuned by hand for maximum accuracy
  • Distinctive finishes and metalwork exclusive to the Special Edition line


These Special Edition loudspeakers embody the pinnacle of Graham Audio’s artistry, appealing to discerning audiophiles who demand the most immersive, lifelike sound possible.

LS3/5A Special Edition

An exclusive version of the iconic LS3/5A, offering superior transparency and control.


Features:

  • Audiophile crossover components with low-tolerance matching
  • Enhanced internal wiring and vibration damping
Individually tuned and tested

LS6 Special Edition

    Refined midrange detail and dynamic balance with premium upgrades.


    Features:

    •    Upgraded crossover and internal layout

    •    Improved imaging and transient accuracy

    •    Available in luxury veneers


LS5/9 Special Edition

Reimagined for reference performance, combining BBC neutrality with enhanced resolution.


Features:

•    Refined driver matching and higher-grade internal wiring

•    Extended bandwidth and dynamic headroom

•    Custom finishes available


VOTU (Voice of the Universe) – Grand Scale British Audio


The Graham Audio VOTU (Voice of the Universe) is a flagship floorstanding loudspeaker created to deliver uncompromising performance on a grand scale. Originally designed for professional and large-scale listening environments, the VOTU combines massive power handling with the finesse and natural tonality that define the Graham sound.


Key Features

  • Large-format, multi-driver system for wide frequency response and immense dynamics
  • Dual bass drivers for deep, controlled low-frequency extension
  • Dedicated midrange and high-frequency sections tuned for clarity and coherence
  • Hand-matched crossover components for seamless integration
  • High-efficiency design compatible with a wide range of amplifiers
  • Beautifully finished wooden cabinet ensuring rigidity and acoustic precision
  • Ideal for: Large listening rooms, studio control rooms, and reference installations


The VOTU delivers a commanding, full-bodied sound that retains the natural tonal balance Graham Audio is known for — equally capable of reproducing the intimacy of a solo performance or the grandeur of an orchestral recording.


VOTU Mirama

A three-way floorstanding loudspeaker delivering immense presence, scale, and control.


Features:

  • Multiple bass drivers with dedicated midrange and tweeter sections
  • Dual internal chambers for phase coherence and dynamic authority
  • Designed for high-efficiency performance in large rooms


Specifications:

  • Frequency response: 25 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 90 dB / 1W / 1m
  • Impedance: 8 Ω
  • Handcrafted cabinets with bespoke finishes


The VOTU is the ultimate expression of Graham Audio’s artistry, offering a soundstage as expansive as its name suggests — dynamic, detailed, and breathtakingly natural.