Stereophile April 2008 - Triangle Esprit Comete Ex loudspeakers

We have attached the link of the review by Art Dudley on Triangle Esprit Comete Ex loudspeakers.

Page 1 :
http://www.stereophile.com/standloudspeakers/408tri/

Page 2 :
http://www.stereophile.com/content/triangle-esprit-comete-ex-loudspeaker-page-2

Associated equipments used in the test :
http://www.stereophile.com/content/triangle-esprit-comete-ex-loudspeaker-associated-equipment

Measurements :
http://www.stereophile.com/content/triangle-esprit-comete-ex-loudspeaker-measurements





Specifications

Description:
Two-way, reflex-loaded loudspeaker for use with stands 20–30" H (not included).
Drive-units: 1" titanium-dome tweeter in molded horn enclosure, 6.3" coated pulp-cone woofer.
Crossover frequency: 2.5kHz.
Frequency response: 50Hz–20kHz, ±3dB.
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal, 4.4 ohms minimum.
Sensitivity: 90dB/W/m.

Dimensions: 16.5" (420mm) H by 7.9" (200mm) W by 13.2" (335mm) D.
Shipping weight: 41 lbs (18.7kg).
Finishes: Cognac.
Retail Price: RM5,220/pair.
Manufacturer: Triangle Electroacoustique, Avenue Flandres Dunkerque, Z.I. les Etomelles, 02200 Villeneuve Saint Germain (!), France. Tel: (33) 23 75 38 20. Web: www.triangle-fr.com.

Acoustic Panels are now being available

Need solution to your room acoustic problem? Good news! We have just acquired acoustic absorption panels for room treatment.

1. Corner Bass Traps with adhesive tape


NRC about 1.35
Dimension : W 1ft D 1ft H 2ft
Retail Price: RM180 per piece

2. Pyramids absorption panels with adhesive tape


NRC about .95
Having 4 sides exposed on each pyramid yields more sound wave diffusion.
Dimension : W 2ft H 4ft
Retail Price : RM170 per piece

3. Studio foam absorption panel

NRC about .70
It serves to spread sonic energy out in the time domain, as well as each absorbing a slightly different slice of the frequency spectrum.

Dimension : W 2ft H 4ft
Retail Price : RM160 per piece

Kimber Kable PBJ RCA interconnets

PBJ with Ultraplate RCA connectors

Kimber Kable PBJ Interconnects
The highly acclaimed PBJ interconnect exhibits simple, elegant construction incorporating proven tri-braid field geometry, VariStrand™, Hyper-pure copper conductors and extruded Teflon® dielectric. PBJ has become a classic with performance that continues to be unmatched by competing cables. Tonally balanced with clear, articulate highs, accurate midrange, tight extended bass, and three dimensional soundstaging are common descriptions echoed by surprised reviewers and satisfied customers. PBJ single-ended features our Ultraplate™ RCA type connector.

Price: RM440/pair

Product link:
http://www.kimber.com/products/interconnects/analog/pbj/

Rythmik Audio FV15HP subwoofer

FV15HP with grille off

Specifications Driver DS1510 15" high excursion with custom sensing coil Driver materials Black anodized aluminum with rubber surround Cast aluminum basket Copper flux modulation shorting rings Amplifier 600 RMS class H patented servo controlled Dimensions 18"(W) x 24" (H )x 24"(D) - (26" D with grille and heatsink) Shipping Weight 120 lbs Frequency Response 14 - 90 Hz (-2 dB @ 14 Hz) Multi-tune 18hz (2 port) and 12hz (1 port) Crossover slope Selectable 12 or 24 dB / octave (PEQ) Crossover range (Low pass) 25 - 100 Hz Rumble Filter (High pass ) 18 Hz 18 dB / octave for two port tuning Phase adjustment 0 - 180 degrees continuously variable Bass damping factor settings high (Q=0.5), med (Q=0.7), and low (Q=1.1) Finishes Available in honey oak vinyl or black oak vinyl

Retail Price : RM6,000 (wef 22 July 2013)

Product link:
http://www.rythmikaudio.com/FV15HP.html

XLO HT Series HT6-10 10ft Speaker cable

HT6 2-Conductor Speaker Cable

Heavy 12 AWG (overall-gauge) construction for well controlled beep bass response. 4N (99.994% pure) OFHC copper conductors. Ultra-low capacitance LDPE insulation. Terminated with direct gold-plated Deltron® banana plugs.

• 2-Conductor, multi-twisted, 12 AWG construction
• 4N (99.994% pure) OFHC copper conductors
• Ultra-low capacitance LDPE dielectric insulation
• Terminated with XLO's direct gold-plated banana connectors

Price: RM 920/ 10ft pair
Product link:
http://www.xloelectric.com/products/HT6/HT6.html

We are the official re-seller for XLO Cables in Malaysia

Klipsch RF-52 II Floorstanding Speaker

The new generation RF-52

Now in its fifth generation, Reference II speakers boast enhanced features, including re-engineered drivers and a new crossover system, to capture your attention and excite your emotions. In addition to the improved sound quality, the look of “big sound” has been redefined throughout the line with sophisticated cabinetry, refreshed logos and rounded feet.

The RF-52 II tower speaker offers up no-compromise music and movie performances in a smaller, more affordable floorstanding design. In fact, with its dynamic quality, superior sound and visual appeal, you’ll find this speaker simply irresistible.


FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 36Hz-24kHz +/-3dB
POWER HANDLING: 100W RMS / 400W Peak
SENSITIVITY: 96dB @ 2.83V / 1m
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 8 ohms compatible
HIGH FREQ CROSSOVER: 1700Hz
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVERS: 1" (2.54cm) Titanium diaphragm compression driver mated to 90x60 square Tractrix® Horn
LOW FREQUENCY DRIVERS: Dual 5.25" (13.3cm) Cerametallic™ cone woofers
ENCLOSURE TYPE: Bass-reflex via rear-firing port
HEIGHT: 36.9" (93.8cm) (w/feet)
WIDTH: 6.8" (17.2cm)
DEPTH: 14.4" (36.5cm)
WEIGHT: 38.5lbs (17.5kg)
FINISHES: Black Ash

Price: RM3,830 / pr

Product link:
http://www.htkaki.com/kedai/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=17_19&products_id=54

Kimber Kable Hero RCA interconnets

Hero RCA

Type: Hero Cu

Connectors: Ultraplate Black (product photo : WBT-0144 connectors)
Also available: WBT-0144, WBT-0102 Cu & XLR connectors.


An analog interconnect based on proven Kimber Kable technologies and design goals. Features include our unique GyroQuadratic™ field geometry, VariStrand™, Hyper-pure copper conductors and Dual Teflon® insulating technology. Hero draws you into the music by correctly presenting the harmonic structure and emotion of the actual performance, as well as giving you holographic imaging, detail and bass impact. Hero single-ended features precision machined WBT® RCA type connectors. Hero Balanced features "studio grade" XLR type connectors with silver plated contacts.


Awards: the absolute sound (TAS) Interconnects of the Year 2006

Price: RM810 / 1m pair

http://www.kimber.com/products/interconnects/analog/hero/cu/

SVS SB13-Plus sealed box subwoofer

SB13-Plus

• SVS Plus-13 glass/paper cone, integrated gasket
• 1000 watt DSP amp with LCD control
• 13.5" long-throw Ohio-built woofer
• User friendly one-button feature controller
• "Green" power supply with true sleep mode
• Wood veneer and piano gloss accents
• Heavy-duty detachable 8 foot power cord
• Elegant input/output plate with XLR I/O
• Polymer foot cones with optional plated steel spikes
• Neo magnet grill retention, powder coat steel
• 17x17x18" cube, 95lbs (43kg)
• 20Hz -150Hz ± 3dB

Price: RM8,699