Fisher XP-2 (1961–1963)
At 22 inches tall, it takes up as much room as a piece of furniture.
Overview
The Fisher XP-2 is a three-way loudspeaker system built during the early 1960s, when high-fidelity audio was moving from console radios to standalone component systems. Fisher Radio Corporation made it in the United States. It was part of a broader speaker series aimed at serious sound in cabinets designed to blend with home decor. These weren't hidden components - they were meant to be seen, big and styled to suit mid-century living rooms.
Detailed technical documentation is absent, but the XP-2 features a driver lineup 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 sizes reportedly match those of the Fisher XP-2A, a closely related model listed on secondary market platforms. It remains unclear whether the XP-2 and XP-2A are functionally identical or differ in internal design. The cabinet measures approximately 22" x 12" x 11". That is too large for a bookshelf, so it suits dedicated floor stands or direct placement on carpeted surfaces.
The XP-2 was reportedly part of 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 likely 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, which indicates a premium positioning.
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.” That is a brief, positive impression, and it is not specific to the XP-2 itself.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Fisher |
| Product type | Loudspeaker |
| Production years | approximately 1961–1963 |
| Woofer size | 10" |
| Midrange size | 5" |
| Tweeter size | 3 1/2" |
| Dimensions | 22" x 12" x 11" |
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