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Fyne Audio F1-5 Bookshelf Speakers, Walnut - As Traded
Condition: Used. Small dent on top front edge and swirl marks from cleaning (See photos)
Includes: Original Box
SN: F8000023010720100082A / F8000023010720100082B
Warranty: 90 days (3 months)
Overview
A compact bookshelf speaker, in a beautiful hand crafted piano gloss real walnut veneer cabinet with burr walnut inlay. The Fyne Audio F1-5 features trickle-down technology from the larger F1-8 model, and is designed and manufactured in the UK.
On a machined aluminium plinth Fyne’s state of the art BassTrax LF diffuser guides the plain wave bass energy from the downward firing port into an expanding spherical 360-degree wavefront.
The F1-5 features a dual-concentric design with a 19mm magnesium dome compression tweeter insides a 125mm IsoFlare low frequency driver.
The front-mounted aluminium dial offers control over the crucial vocal spectrum, the 2.5kHz-5kHz region, by allowing an increase of up to +/-3dB.
Specification
System Type 2 way, downwards firing port, with BassTrax Tractrix diffuser
Recommended amplifier power (Watt RMS) 30 - 100
Peak power handling (Watt) 200
Continuous power handling (Watt RMS) 50
Sensitivity (2.83 Volt @ 1m) 87dB
Nominal impedance 8 Ohm
Frequency response (-6dB typical in room) 48Hz - 38kHz
Drive unit complement 1 x 125mm IsoFlare point source driver, multi-fibre bass/ midrange cone, FyneFlute surround with 19mm magnesium dome compression tweeter, neodymium magnet system
Crossover frequency 1.9kHz
Crossover type Single wired passive low loss, 2nd order low pass, 1st order high pass. Deep Cryogenically Treated
System adjustments Presence (2.5kHz - 5.0kHz) +/- 3dB
Dimensions - HxWxD 321 x 186 x 289mm
Net Weight - Each 5.7kg
Finishes Piano Gloss Walnut
S-Trax Position (from cabinet front edge) 38mm (1.5")
AUDIO CONNECTION QUALITY GUARANTEE
✔️Comprehensive three month warranty on Trade In's*
✔️Passed our checks for functionality
✔️A full inspection noting for any defects
✔️A full completeness check for all included parts and accessories
Compact Fyne standmounts are always worth a closer look because they aim for serious sound in a small footprint. At A$4,400, this sits well above the A$2,921 median and also above the A$5,016 75th percentile would be the only level I’d call clearly ambitious; here it’s still on the high side, but not absurd for a premium current-model pair.
What makes them appealing is the usual Fyne recipe: tidy imaging, lively dynamics, and the kind of presence that can make a nearfield or smaller-room system feel more expensive than it is. If the cabinets are clean and the drivers are original, the upside is a refined, high-end bookshelf speaker without going all the way to floorstander money. I’d want to hear them working properly and confirm stands, grilles, and any original packaging are included, because at this price you want the full, ready-to-run package.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Fyne Audio is a Scottish hi-fi brand with roots in a storied heritage of speaker design, emerging from the Tan Noy legacy that traces back to the mid-1980s with the launch of its first passive stereo model, the Sabre. Based in Scotland, the company has built on over 40 years of acoustic expertise, channeling that tradition into a modern lineup that honors precision engineering and musical authenticity. This UK outfit stands as a direct successor to pioneering efforts in high-fidelity sound reproduction.
The brand focuses predominantly on speakers, offering an extensive range from compact standmounts to imposing floorstanders like the F704 and F502S models, renowned for their dynamic profusion and refined performance. While not delving into amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Fyne Audio excels in passive and active loudspeaker designs that prioritize clarity, scale, and bass extension, often incorporating innovative driver technologies for immersive listening.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end contender in the competitive hi-fi market, Fyne Audio earns praise for delivering exceptional value through its broad portfolio and Scottish craftsmanship, appealing to discerning buyers seeking robust, musically engaging systems without boutique pricing. It occupies a solid niche among knowledgeable enthusiasts, frequently showcased at events like AXPONA and reviewed for standout efficiency and heritage-driven sound.
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