Fisher XP-2 (1961–1963)

Name: Fisher XP-2
Brand: Fisher

At 22 inches tall, it commands space like a piece of furniture that just happens to breathe music.

Overview

The Fisher XP-2 is a three-way loudspeaker system built during the early 1960s, a time when high-fidelity audio was transitioning from console radios to standalone component systems. Manufactured in the United States by Fisher Radio Corporation, the XP-2 was part of a broader speaker series aimed at delivering serious sound in cabinets designed to blend with home decor. These weren’t hidden components—they were meant to be seen, substantial in size and styled to complement mid-century living rooms.

While detailed technical documentation is absent, the XP-2 features a driver configuration typical of high-end systems of its era: a 10-inch woofer for bass, a 5-inch midrange unit, and a 3.5-inch tweeter for high frequencies. These dimensions match those of the Fisher XP-2A, a closely related model listed on secondary market platforms, though it remains unclear whether the XP-2 and XP-2A are functionally identical or differ in internal design. The cabinet measures 22" x 12" x 11", making it too large for bookshelf placement and more suited to dedicated floor stands or direct placement on carpeted surfaces.

The XP-2 belonged to the Fisher XP series, which included multiple speaker models such as the XP-1, XP-4, XP-5, XP-6, XP-7, XP-9, and XP-10. It was intended to pair with other Fisher components of the period, including the Fisher 400 CX preamplifier and SA-1000 power amplifier, forming a complete high-fidelity chain. At its original release, the XP-2 carried a price of approximately 500 DM per speaker in the German market, indicating a premium positioning.

Despite its presence in the XP lineup, no detailed reviews, frequency response data, impedance ratings, or sensitivity figures have surfaced in available documentation. There is no information about crossover design, cabinet construction materials, or common failure points. A seller comment on a related XP-2A unit notes only that the drivers “work as they should” and that the speakers “sound very well,” offering a brief but positive user impression—though not specific to the XP-2 itself.