RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
QLN Classic Signature HD II Speakers with External Passive Crossovers and Stands Minor ding on one corner but serious speakers. New replacement tweeters fitted with correct SEAS D2905, as previous owner had connected tweeters direct, without the crossover!! QLN Classic Signature HD II with external passive crossover from late 1990s with new set of QLN stands. These come with an external crossover which sits next to your amp and them biwire speaker cables ( 4 x 4) are needed from crossover to speak...
Condition is good, and at £1,750 this looks like a strong bargain versus the recent GBP market: well below the £3,107 25th percentile and far under the £4,045 median. For a pair of QLN’s split-crossover signature design, that’s the sort of pricing that usually leaves room for a serious listen rather than a haggling exercise.
These are respected for their refined, open presentation, tidy imaging, and that slightly “audiophile classic” mix of transparency and musical ease that still appeals to collectors. The external passive crossover is part of the appeal, but it also means a buyer should confirm both boxes are present, original, and functioning, plus check cabinet corners and driver health; at this price, though, a clean, complete set is an attractive pickup.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
QLN Acoustics, a Swedish hi-fi brand, was founded in 1977 by Nils Liljeroth and Lars Quicklund, with Mats Andersen joining in 1982 as a key designer. The company quickly gained traction in Europe, North America, and the Far East during the early 1980s, building a reputation for innovative loudspeakers that prioritize natural sound reproduction and precise soundstaging. After a challenging period from 2003 to 2012 under different ownership that produced less acclaimed products, Andersen repurchased the brand in 2013, reviving its original ethos with updated classics.
QLN focuses exclusively on high-quality loudspeakers, handcrafted in Sweden, rather than amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables. Signature models like the Prestige series (including the One, Five, and recent flagship Reference 9), Signature 3, Qubic 10, and Sonora floorstander feature distinctive truncated pyramid cabinets, time-aligned drivers, slanted baffles, and proprietary Qboard damping for minimal resonance and cabinet noise. These designs emphasize effortless musical flow and a "disappearing act" where the speakers vanish, leaving only the performance.
Positioned as a niche boutique in the high-end market, QLN commands cult status among discerning audiophiles for its timeless Scandinavian engineering and uncompromised fidelity. Revived models honor 1980s icons while incorporating decades of refinement, appealing to buyers seeking refined, musically engaging compact and floorstanding options that integrate seamlessly into modern homes.
See all Qln listings on RADAR.
