Bookself Speakers

This bookshelf loudspeaker from the Kanta N°1 line will discreetly blend into any unit or stand: it is the perfect solution for rooms under 270 ft2 (25 m²). Entirely dedicated to acoustic performance and with a resolutely personal aesthetic: that, in a nutshell, is the Kanta DNA! After three years of research, Focal offers a new combination of exclusive technologies: the marriage of Beryllium, in the next generation IAL3 tweeter, and Flax, for the midrange and bass speaker drivers.

Compact and powerful, Sopra N°1 is a concentration of technological innovation. It features "NIC" magnetic circuit,  TDM"" surrounds for the midrange woofer and Infinite Horn Loading (IHL) of the tweeter. It is a true "demonstrator", corroborating the contribution of the new technologies implemented on Sopra.First, the very low distortion gives it incredible clarity and very high definition combined with the spectacular spatialisation typical of bookshelf loudspeakers... Beyond this attractive first impression, what's astonishing is the texture and smoothness of its sound. It provides a solid, "fleshy" sound with full and articulated bass. Precious is by no means artificial, nor is the limited to the treble. The overall coherence and harmonic richness gives the listener a surprising understanding of the music. The Sopra line is destined for the most passionate sound enthusiasts. Its design favours performance, whilst bringing together the qualities expected of an object which will be integrated into very elegant interiors and décors. Lacquered or bloodwood finishes are associated to noble materials to create an elegant line. Substantial efforts were made to give the front a tidy appearance, particularly around the speaker drivers, to iron out any aspects which could afflict the acoustics or the appearance. Ideal for small rooms up to 270ft2 (25m2), Sopra n°1 is also ideal for spaces up to 550ft2 (50m2). Providing high sensitivity and excellent power handling, Sopra N°1 is a true little monitor for the home. Sopra N°1 is supplied with a special stand which has been designed to expel interfering vibrations from the enclosure towards the floor to avoid any colouration. The steel frame inside the floorstander, coupled with the 03⁄4" (19mm) thick glass base using four adjustable stainless steel spikes, provides very high transmission speeds. This is what guarantees an extremely sharp reproduction.NIC (Neutral Inductance Circuit)Since the beginning, we have always had a great interest in the magnetic circuit, an essential aspect of a speaker drive unit. The precision and detail of audio reproduction depends on the stability of the magnetic field. After having pushed back the limits in electromagnetic technology with the Grande Utopia EM and the Stella Utopia EM, our engineer discovered that the magnetic field varies regardless of its intensity. Indeed, it is not stable because it is modulated by three factors: the movement of the voice coil (Lenz's law), the current passing through it (Foucault current) and the frequency. Consequently, the voice coil, the moving part, is in the magnetic field which becomes too variable, and this leads to loss of precision.The NIC technology lies in a Faraday ring whose dimensions, materials and positioning we were able to optimise to make the magnetic field be no longer affected by the position of the voice coil, by the amperage or the frequency of the current passing through it. This solution permits to control the magnetic field to decrease the effects of distortion and give the sound a very high-definition and an unprecedented dynamic.TMD (Tuned Mass Damper)The midrange register is no doubt the most complicated to control in a sound system.Thanks to the power of finite element analysis, our teams have revealed resonances which alter definition in the suspension which connects the cone to the basketThe solutions already known for increasing the damping properties of the suspension all result in an increase of the mass which consequently alters definition. The answer came from a technology used in earthquake-resistant skyscrapers and which is also used for the suspension on racing cars. This technology is called a  " Tuned MAss Damper" : an additional mass oscillates in opposition to the resonance frequency to control it.Our Tuned Mass Damper consists in simply two tubular rings on the suspension to avoid deformation of the cone without afflicting the dynamics. It reduces drastically the distortion and increase the definition.IHL (Infinite Horn Loading)Our Beryllium tweeter features an incredibly light and extremely rigid dome, that deliver a transparent and dynamic sound. Its main limitation comes from the compression of air in the cavity behind it, that create interference with the incredible definition. To overcome this, the ideal would be to have a nearly infinite volume. But the requirement for Sopra to be compact meant that as much of the cabinet as possible had to be used for the bass. We had to explore other options for loading the tweeter, which led us to come up with the IHL system.The rear of the Beryllium tweeter is loaded via a small cavity which is connected to the exterior of the enclosure by a horn. whom inside is filled with a damping material. Sound waves from the rear of the tweeter are delicately and gradually absorbed. Its acoustic impedance approaches zero so that no resistance alters the movement of the dome. This reduces distortion by 30% and pushes definition to its maximum. 

The new Spectrum range by Tangent brings you contemporary design and style in a compact package. The range benefits from a wide dispersion 25mm soft fabric dome tweeter together with a 4 or 5 inch long throw paper bass driver with protective metal mesh grille. These compact stand or shelf mount monitors are available in attractive midnight black or polar white matt finishes with walnut base plinths. Features: 1" Tweeter4" Bass reflex woofer2-wayFrequency range (+/- 3dB): 65 - 20000 HzImpedance: 4-8 ΩRecommended Amplifier: 20 - 100 WattOptional wall mountOptional ceiling mount​Specifications:Speaker Units: 1'' soft dome tweeter / 4'' wooferSystem: 2-way with bass reflectSensitivity: 88 dBFrequency: 65 - 20000 Hz (+/- 3dB)Impedance: 6 ΩPower: Max Music Power 100 wattWeight: 6.75 / 7.75 kgProduct Dimensions: 146 x 275 x 198 mmCarton Size: 350 x 390 x 265 mm​

The new Spectrum range by Tangent brings you contemporary design and style in a compact package. The range benefits from a wide dispersion 25mm soft fabric dome tweeter together with a 4 or 5 inch long throw paper bass driver with protective metal mesh grille. These compact stand or shelf mount monitors are available in attractive midnight black or polar white matt finishes with walnut base plinths. Features: 1" Tweeter5" Bass reflex woofer2-wayFrequency range (+/- 3dB): 50 - 20000 HzImpedance: 4-8 ΩRecommended Amplifier: 20 - 100 Watt​Specifications:Speaker Units: 1'' soft dome tweeter / 5'' wooferSystem: 2-way with bass reflectSensitivity: 88 dBFrequency: 50 - 20000 HzImpedance: 6 ΩPower: Max Music Power 100 wattWeight: 9.8 / 12 kg (pair)Product Dimensions: 166 x 345 x 205 mmCarton Size: 435 x 425 x 285 mm

Compact, stylish, and undeniably audiophile, the Elipson Planet M embodies all of Elipson's know-how. The Elipson Planet M speakers feature a 4" diameter closed-box driver, offering optimal sound quality thanks to their spherical design that eliminates box resonances. Rather than forcing these small drivers to produce low frequencies, their design focuses on reproducing high bass up to 90Hz. For full sound reproduction, the use of a subwoofer is highly recommended, such as the Elipson Planet Sub, specifically developed for this purpose. The coaxial structure and fabric dome tweeter provide precise and immersive sound quality with neutral and silky timbres. The elegant design of the speaker is enhanced by a lacquered finish and metal grille, and can be highlighted with optional wall mounts, ceiling mounts, or dedicated speaker stands. For a more discreet and design-oriented installation, the Planet M speakers can be integrated into the ceiling using the optional in-ceiling support, ideal for a 7.1 or 9.1 home cinema configuration with side or rear high surround speakers.

The new Spectrum range by Tangent brings you contemporary design and style in a compact package. The range benefits from a wide dispersion 25mm soft fabric dome tweeter together with a 4 or 5 inch long throw paper bass driver with protective metal mesh grille. These compact stand or shelf mount monitors are available in attractive midnight black or polar white matt finishes with walnut base plinths. Features: 1" Tweeter4" Bass reflex woofer2-wayFrequency range (+/- 3dB): 65 - 20000 HzImpedance: 4-8 ΩRecommended Amplifier: 20 - 100 WattOptional wall mountOptional ceiling mount​Specifications:Speaker Units: 1'' soft dome tweeter / 4'' wooferSystem: 2-way with bass reflectSensitivity: 88 dBFrequency: 65 - 20000 Hz (+/- 3dB)Impedance: 6 ΩPower: Max Music Power 100 wattWeight: 6.75 / 7.75 kgProduct Dimensions: 146 x 275 x 198 mmCarton Size: 350 x 390 x 265 mm​

Compact and powerful, Sopra N°1 is a concentration of technological innovation. It features "NIC" magnetic circuit, TDM"" surrounds for the midrange woofer and Infinite Horn Loading (IHL) of the tweeter. It is a true "demonstrator", corroborating the contribution of the new technologies implemented on Sopra.First, the very low distortion gives it incredible clarity and very high definition combined with the spectacular spatialisation typical of bookshelf loudspeakers... Beyond this attractive first impression, what's astonishing is the texture and smoothness of its sound. It provides a solid, "fleshy" sound with full and articulated bass. Precious is by no means artificial, nor is the limited to the treble. The overall coherence and harmonic richness gives the listener a surprising understanding of the music.

Compact, attractive, and unabashedly audiophile, Planet M illustrates all of Elipson’s audio expertise. Following in the footsteps of the iconic Planet L, this exceptional product draws on the best acoustic technologies and it has a state of the art design for uncompromising sound results. By the strength of its 2-way coaxial speaker, Planet M combines musical excellence and compact design. This is a brilliant product that will perform with elegance and boldness. Available in 3 colors (glossy finish): white, black, red.Specifications:With grill and terminal (W x H x D): 150 x 150 x 150 mm System: 2 waysFrequency range (+/- 3dB): 90 - 22000 HzImpedance: 8 ΩSensitivity: 88 dBMax music power: 60 WattsRecommended amplifier: 30-80 WattsTerminal type: Single wiringTerminal finish: Silver platedInternal wiring: 99,99% OFCEnclosure: Sealed