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A LOWTHER MASTERPIECE

Quarter Wave

Engineered with the flexibility to perform anywhere in a room, even behind furniture.

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QUARTER WAVE

Simply just works.

The Acousta Quarter Wave proves that high fidelity need not command attention to be exceptional. Its ingenious rear-horn design produces clean, articulate bass with signature Lowther clarity, even when positioned behind furniture or discreetly in a corner. Handmade in Great Britain and finished in bespoke veneers carefully matched to each living space, it is as beautiful as fine furniture yet unassuming in its presence.

At its heart lies the PM7A Philharmonic, renowned for warmth, speed and natural detail. Together, cabinet and instrument create a performance that rivals, and often surpasses, systems many times its size. Every pair carries a 10-year warranty and the assurance of a lifetime of listening pleasure.

PM7A Philharmonic driver detail
Driver detail
Rear horn port detail
Side profile
Pair in room
Pair with furniture

Specs

Quarter Wave technical dimensions

Colour Options

Bespoke premium matched veneer

Horn Type

Rear-loaded quarter-wave Voigt horn

Drive Unit Size

8"

Recommended Lowther Drive Unit

PM7A Philharmonic

Alternative Lowther Drive Units

DX2, DX3, DX4, PM6C, PM6A

Sensitivity

98–105 dB (room dependent, typically >100 dB system efficiency)

Nominal Impedance

8 ohm nominal

Frequency Response

35Hz – 20kHz

Dimensions (H×W×D)

830mm × 250mm × 480mm

Weight

27kg

Handcrafted in Great Britain

Every Quarter Wave is handmade to order in our Northampton workshop. Each piece is built with care from start to finish by British craftsmen.

The Finest Materials

The Finest Materials

We use high-grade Baltic birch plywood for strength and tonal purity. Every panel is cut, shaped and joined by hand for perfect alignment.

Matched Veneers

Matched Veneers

You can choose from a range of real wood and specialist veneers. Each pair is book-matched to create a natural flow of grain that suits your space.

The Heart of the Sound

The Heart of the Sound

The drive units, including the PM7A Philharmonic, are assembled in our Norfolk atelier. Every part is crafted to the same standard as the world's finest instruments.

Paper Cones

Paper Cones

Each cone is hand-treated, air-dried and cured in natural sunlight. This gives every Lowther its unmistakably natural tone.

Built to Endure

Built to Endure

From wood to wire, every element is made to last for generations. A Lowther is not a product but an instrument that grows more beautiful with time.

Handmade Excellence

Handmade Excellence

Every cut, every joint, every finish is completed by hand. Our craftsmen bring decades of experience to each speaker, ensuring uncompromising quality.

The most adaptable horn speaker

Quarter Wave detail
Quarter Wave in room

Tall, elegant, and understated, the Acousta Quarter Wave blends seamlessly into your environment while delivering the immersive, lifelike sound for which Lowther is renowned. Whether placed proudly in view or tucked subtly into the room's design, it fills the space with warmth, speed and precision — a true marriage of sound and craftsmanship.

The Details That Define the Quarter Wave

The PM7A Philharmonic

The PM7A Philharmonic

The Quarter Wave is designed around the PM7A Philharmonic driver, renowned for its warmth, speed, and natural detail. This driver delivers exceptional clarity across the frequency range, making every note feel immediate and alive.

Rear-Loaded Quarter-Wave Horn

Rear-Loaded Quarter-Wave Horn

Utilizing a rear-loaded quarter-wave Voigt horn design, the Quarter Wave produces clean, articulate bass with signature Lowther clarity. The horn loading allows placement flexibility, even behind furniture, without compromising sound quality.

Adaptable Design

Adaptable Design

Engineered to perform anywhere in the room, the Quarter Wave adapts to your space without dominating it. Its compact footprint and flexible placement make it the most versatile horn speaker we offer, perfect for modern living spaces.

What Owners Say

Real experiences from Quarter Wave owners around the world

"They make my small room sound bigger, like the walls just disappear."

"I still can't work out how they reach that deep in the bass and stay so clear."

"Every time I sit down I end up listening for hours without realising."

"Voices sound so real it feels like the singer is right in front of me."

"They don't shout or show off, they just let the music breathe."

"I've never heard guitars sound this natural, every string has life."

"It's hard to believe this much sound comes from a single driver."

"They fill the room with warmth but the detail is still razor sharp."

"I thought I knew these records until I played them through the Acoustas."

"They make me want to listen to everything all over again."

"These speakers continue to produce witchcraft. How do they get so low in bass and also keep that sweet mid and highs?"

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