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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

With nearly 30 years of manufacturing experience as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) partner and as a provider of end user products for professional and consumer applications, the Danish company Dynaudio has earned a reputation as one of the top speaker companies in the entire world.

Several months ago the company announced its Consequence Ultimate Edition, which it says is engineered to provide music fans and home theater enthusiasts with a loudspeaker that is capable of producing an uncolored dynamic range of 17Hz to 30kHz.

The Danish manufacturer says the speaker utilizes a five-way design concept with proprietary drivers that were developed specifically for this speaker. In the speaker Dynaudio incorporates its Compound Bass System, which includes the use of an internal woofer that's unseen from the outside, and a driver arrangement that's designed to provide listeners with a cohesive, time-aligned listening experience.

Aesthically, Dynaudio wraps the speaker's inert cabinets with real-wood finishes and a choice of gold- or chrome-plated driver rings.

Tuesday, August 03, 2010

The British have always been a key contributor to the development of consumer audio products and one of the leading companies in the British audio community is Wharfedale.

After years of flirting with the U.S. market the company is set to launch its product line in America and its goal, according to its new U.S. distributor Sound Import, is to provide custom installers with a line of affordable products that combine aesthetics, sound quality and cost effectiveness in a single package.

One of the products that installers will see the company highlight at the upcoming CEDIA Expo in Atlanta this September is the Opus2-1 freestanding column loudspeaker.

The three-way floorstanding product is 89dB efficient and it provides a frequency response of 37Hz to 42kHz. Wharfedale says the 6-ohm speaker can handle up to 300 watts of power and it can be utilized in a traditional two-channel audio system or as part of a complete multichannel home theater system.

Wharfedale dresses the curved enclosure design in a choice of gloss finishes and its gold-plated binding posts and floor spikes are engineered to expedite the speaker's installation into a variety of home environments.

Friday, July 16, 2010

A few years ago David Weiner surprised the audio community with the release of the creative Art.Engine Ferrari loudspeaker system.

Weiner's new DW Collection (DWC) line of products includes the new Art.Studio, which is a twin-tower music system that utilizes the Aphex audio-enhancement circuit, which is said to analyze and restore musical harmonics in real time to add clarity and spaciousness to digital music files.

The Art.Studio offers the company's optional DWC Wireless connectivity feature, which allows users to stream music via its multi-function docking device, and homeowners can utilize the system with any audio source, including an iPod, PC, Apple computer, CD player, MP3 player and satellite radio receiver.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

The ROCK-on subwoofer, Granite-10D, features high power crossovers that reduce distortions and deliver pure sound that blends in with nature. The Granite-10D brings bass to your outdoor space, something that is greatly needed in today’s rock speaker market. Granite-10D’s port is “S” shaped so water cannot get trapped inside. We have tested and retested our subwoofer to ensure it is up to par with our reputable line of subs. Combined with the Granite-52 speakers, you can turn any backyard into an entertainment center.

ROCK-on outdoor speakers are the ideal choice for listening to music in the garden, by the pool, in the yard, or on the patio.

Specs
Frequency Response (±3dB): 30Hz-100Hz
Recommended Amplifier Power: 20-400 Watts
Nominal Impedance: 2 x 4Ω
Sensitivity (1W@1M): 92dB
Woofer: 10 inch, Two 2” diameter voice coils
Dimensions (HxWxD): 14 x 8.5 x 21" (356 x 470 x 546mm)
Finish: Granite rock
Enclosure 15mm epoxy resin
MSRP: $699.00

Earthquake Sound Corp. · http://www.earthquakesound.com · 2727 McCone Avenue, Hayward CA 94545 USA · U.S. Toll Free: (800) 576-7944 · Office: (510) 732-1000 · Fax: (510) 732-1095

This in-wall subwoofer establishes a new industry standard for in-wall speaker systems. Thor offers a no-compromise built-in solution for the finest home-theater and music systems. You won't believe your ears; the aural performance rivals the best free-standing systems.

The In-Wall Subwoofer that Goes Down to 20 Hz
Thor is easy to install in homes under construction and existing homes. Once the wiring is done, the Thor sub is screwed into the wall from the front. The Thor in-wall system is designed with the patented SWS (Shallow Woofer System) subwoofer driver and SLAPS (Symmetrically Loaded Audio Passive System) technologies which have made this revolution in home theater possible. Earthquake engineers meticulously designed the Thor to produce zero resonance, blend in well with any décor, and deliver unheard of bass from a shallow place.

Specs
Recommended Amplifier Power: 100-300 Watts
Frequency Response: 18-160Hz
Sensitivity: 89dB
Impedance: 4Ω
Active Driver: 10” long throw SWS subwoofer
Cabinet Design: Passive
Outer Dimension: (H x W x D) 28” x 18 5/8” x 3 3/4”
711.2mm x 473.1mm x 95.25mm
Weight: 22.5 lbs
Finish: White/Paintable
MSRP: $999.00

Earthquake Sound Corp. · http://www.earthquakesound.com · 2727 McCone Avenue, Hayward CA 94545 USA · U.S. Toll Free: (800) 576-7944 · Office: (510) 732-1000 · Fax: (510) 732-1095

Monday, June 28, 2010

There's no question that over the past decade the performance characteristics of a typical in-wall or bookshelf loudspeaker have been greatly improved.

However, there is also no question that there is no replacing a full-range loudspeaker with their ability to provide high sound pressure levels (SPLs), dynamic sound reproduction capabilities and seamless, multi-octave soundstages.

Polk Audio's RTi A9 is an example of how manufacturers have evolved their in-room products to meet the needs of a much different consumer demographic that requires sleek industrial designs, unobtrusive room integration and reasonable price points.

Standing just under 49 inches tall the RTi A9 has a cabinet depth of 21.375 inches and a width of just shy of 9 inches. Internally, the speaker employs three 7-inch polymer-composite woofers, two 5.25-inch polymer-composite midrange drivers and a single 1-inch silk-polymer, composite dome tweeter that operate together on 12dB crossover slopes (second-order). The Md.-based company also utilizes a ported cabinet design that includes its PowerPort Plus technology to help the speaker reproduce a frequency response of 18Hz to 27kHz, and it offers dual-binding post options for bi-wiring connectivity.

Friday, June 25, 2010

The Ultimate Outdoor Audio System
Granite-52 is a pair of 2-way, full range speakers that feature 5¼” woofers and ½” mylar tweeters. They serve as your left and right speakers and have an amazing frequency response that is unmatched by any other rock speaker. They produce a clean, accurate sound. Made with UV treated, weather-resistant enclosure materials and durable epoxy resin construction, the Granite-52 ROCK-on speakers can withstand the demanding outdoor elements. Furthermore, their rock-like appearance can easily blend with any outdoor environment, making them the ideal choice for listening to music in the garden, by the pool, in the yard, or on the patio.

Features

• UV treated and weather-resistant enclosure materials
• Epoxy resin durable construction
• Rock-like appearance and finish to easily blend in with any outdoor environment
• Completely sealed speaker with Santoprene surrounds, poly cones and poly dust caps

MSRP: $399.00/pr

Earthquake Sound Corp. · http://www.earthquakesound.com · 2727 McCone Avenue, Hayward CA 94545 USA · U.S. Toll Free: (800) 576-7944 · Office: (510) 732-1000 · Fax: (510) 732-1095

 

Friday, June 18, 2010

For decades audiophiles have praised the performance attributes of electrostatic speaker technologies.

One of the leaders in the field of electrostatic speaker development is MartinLogan and with the company's latest product release, the Ethos loudspeaker, the Kansas-based company is building upon some of its most creative designs to produce a modern speaker for dedicated music and home theater applications.

Based on the company's CLX speaker, the Ethos employs a 9.2-inch wide, 44-inch tall version of the company's XStat transducer, MartinLogan's AirFrame housing, a pair of PowerForce 8-inch woofers, an 8-inch passive radiator, a 24-bit Vojtko DSP engine for control of the cone woofers, a MartinLogan Vojtko crossover network and customized floor spikes.

The 4-ohm speaker is said to be 92dB sensitive and it is rated to provide users with a frequency response of 34Hz to 23kHz. MartinLogan also offers the speaker in a choice of three finishes: black ash, dark cherry and flamed teak.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

San Clemente, Calif.-based Sonance has one of the largest custom installation product lines in the entire specialty A/V industry.

Expanding its line of products, the company has just introduced its new 12-inch SUB12-500 and 10-inch SUB10-250 architectural subwoofers. The new subwoofers, which fit in a standard 2x4 stud bay, are part of the company's Cinema Series of products and they incorporate the company's micro-trim grille technology, 1-inch and 1/2-inch thick MDF (medium density fiberboard) enclosures, aluminum bracing and long-strand fiberglass internal dampening material.

The SUB12-500 employs a 12-inch woofer and the SUB10-250 employs a 10-inch woofer. Both subs both use outboard Class D amplifiers and they include line level, speaker level connections and high-pass filters. Sonance says the SUB12-500 is capable of playing down to 25Hz at 114dB, and the SUB10-250 has low frequency extension down to 30Hz at sound pressure levels (SPLs) as high 108dB.

Monday, June 14, 2010

The French speaker company Focal has developed a rabid group of followers in both the consumer and pro worlds of audio.

Recently the company's pro audio group introduced a product that should please custom installers that are servicing both consumers and the sound engineers in the pro community.

The new CMS 40 near-field active monitor is a compact, two-way speaker that can be used for broadcast and post production in the pro audio world, and consumer applications like desktop audio and home recording.

Focal drives the unit's 4-inch woofer with a 25-watt RMS Class AB amplifier, and another 25-watt RMS Class AB amplifier on the speaker's 1-inch inverted dome tweeter. The speaker also offers users a choice of RCA and XLR (balanced) inputs and a frequency response of 60Hz to 28kHz.

Audio Plus Services distributes Focal and Focal Professional in the U.S., and the Canadian-based distributor says some of the other CMS 40 details include:

• Maximum SPL: 97dB
• Tuning for low and high frequencies with adjustable filters
• Reinforced and damped die-cast aluminum enclosure with a black powercoat finish
• Dimensions with spikes 9.375 inches x 6.125 inches x 6.125 inches
• Dimensions with table stands: 9.9562 inches x 6.125 inches x 6.125 inches
  
  
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Friday, June 11, 2010

There are certain consumer goods that have carved a niche as the go-to or must have in their category. For example, in the world music, the Gibson Les Paul is an iconic instrument that no other manufacturer has been able to replicate.

In the consumer audiophile world many people use the same accolades used for the Les Paul when they discuss Wilson Audio.

The Utah-based manufacturer of high-performance consumer loudspeakers' latest product is the Sophia 3 freestanding loudspeaker, which it positions as a no-frills Wilson product. The three-way loudspeaker incorporates a single 10-inch aluminum cone woofer, a single 7-inch cellulose/paper pulp midrange driver and a single 1-inch titanium-dome tweeter.

Wilson says the 4-ohm speaker is 87dB sensitive and it has a rated frequency response of 20Hz to 22kHz. Highlighting some of the redesigned elements of the Sophia 3 includes a new proprietary midrange driver, a redesigned midrange/tweeter baffle that's set on a newly aligned slope and a ported enclosure that features the company's X material, which is said to be more inert than other materials.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

David Frangioni's career has come full circle now that he's launched his new line of architectural loudspeakers.

As a musician, engineer, producer, custom installer and now manufacturer, Frangioni has been involved in nearly every phase of the audio process. Now with the debut of Frangioni Speaker Systems, Frangioni says that he is filling a void within the speaker category with a moderately priced in-wall and an in-ceiling speaker.

Frangioni says the speakers have been designed to be easy to drive, which makes the applicable to whole-house audio installations, and they've also been engineered to produce a wide soundstage without straining to achieve high sound pressure levels (SPLs).

The weather-resistant speakers incorporate aluminum frames, aluminum drivers, silk-dome tweeters, rigid construction methods and they mount nearly flush to a surface. Information about the speaker line can be found at Audio One.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

It could be the best of circumstances to be a manufacturer in a crowded market now that the economy is starting to pick up and installers are once again finding work.

That's what the start-up manufacturer Live-Wall is hoping for now that its begun production of its direct-radiating invisible speaker system.

The company's new LW-1218 is said to install in a similar fashion as a standard in-wall loudspeaker, but it differs in that installers can mud the speaker in and paint over the speaker to create an invisible speaker solution.

According to the company, the 12-inch x 18-inch x 2.875-inch speaker incorporates a neodymium motor 2-inch voice coil and flat-fiberglass diaphragm that helps the speaker produce a frequency range of 54Hz to 20kHz.

Bay Audio distributes the speaker, which is said to have a sensitivity rating of 102dB, and the company adds the weather-resistant speaker can be installed nearly anywhere, including spaces such as walls, ceilings, soffits.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

There's no question that many consumers buy audio equipment based on the aesthetic considerations of their home decor.

Leon Speakers, a Mich.-based manufacturer of custom speaker products has just introduced several new lifestyle speaker solutions, including its Living Space Theater 5.1 speaker system that can accommodate that type of consumer.

The company says the speaker system can be customized based on the exact requirements of the installation, and it includes components like Leon's AXIS series of in-ceiling speakers, its Aaros 10-inch (AT-UT-10) subwoofer and 1,000-watt L3-1K amplifier.

As part of the 5.1 Horizon 212 Ultra-Thin Living Space Theater solution, the company offers as standard equipment the Hz212 all-in-one LCR product with a pair of AX-61 in-ceiling surround speakers and the A10-UT/L3-1K subwoofer amplifier combination.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

One of the first companies to identify the burgeoning lifestyle audio market was Definitive Technology, and since the introduction of its first generation Mythos line of products, the company has continually expanded and improved the stylistic line of lifestyle products.

A few weeks ago the company announced the latest addition to the popular line of products when it introduced the Mythos XTR-50.

This 1.5-inch deep loudspeaker can be used for on-wall and bookshelf applications to complement the industrial design of a loudspeaker and a home's decor. Definitive Tech ships the speaker with mounting hardware and it says the speaker, which features an aluminum enclosure can be used horizontally or vertically in a left, center, right or surround position within a home theater system.