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Product Strengths
- Slim speakers with good build quality
- Radius 270 floorstanders bring extra presence to the front soundstage
- The metal/polymer matrix cone bass drivers and the 25mm gold anodised alloy dome tweeters are top of their class
- No false emphasis of high frequencies, and the mid-band is solid, with a real sense of depth and power when called upon
- The radiused corners add real class to the black, gloss finish
Product Considerations
- A subwoofer is needed, because the frequency response starts at 50 hertz, which is not very low
- The system is not exactly sensitive, and it requires a solid, powerful amplifier before it delivers good performance
- It would not be advisable to leave very small children alone in a room with the R270 floor-standers, or the RE90 rear speakers on the accessory stands
Takeaway: The Monitor Audio Radius speakers offer a combination of style and substance with impressive, detailed sound and elegant design. They are a worthwhile option if you want both style and substance in an audio system.
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Manufacturer details
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz — 35 kHz
- Sensitivity (1W@1M): 87 dB
- Nominal Impedance: 6 ohms
- Power Handling (RMS): 100 W
- System Power Handling (RMS): 150 W
- Recommended Amplifier Requirements: 40 — 150 W
- Maximum SPL: 107 dBa
- Bass Alignment: Bass reflex - Front and rear ported
- Drive Unit Complement: 2 x 4" (100 mm) C-CAM cone bass/mid driver, 1 x 1" (25 mm) C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter
- Cabinet Dimensions (H x W x D): 1000 x 177 x 208 mm (39 3/8 x 6 15/16 x 8 3/16) Inc Plinth, Without Spikes
- Cabinet Dimensions (Including Grille and Terminals): 1025 x 177 x 208 mm (40 3/8 x 6 15/16 x 8 3/16") Inc Plinth, With Spikes
- Weight: 9.9 kg (21 lb 12 oz)
- Sold As: Single Unit
Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Monitor Audio's C-CAM (Ceramic-Coated Aluminium/Magnesium) drivers, specifically their "Gold Dome" tweeters and mid-bass drivers, are consistently praised for their unique combination of lightness, rigidity, and damping, resulting in clear, detailed, and dynamic sound reproduction.
- The "Rigid Surface Technology" (RST and RST II), employed on Monitor Audio's driver cones, enhances their stiffness and reduces distortion, leading to a fuller, more textured, and controlled sound, especially in the bass frequencies.
- They've developed a signature sound that balances detail, clarity, and a lively, energetic presentation while being smooth and non-fatiguing, making their speakers suitable for long listening sessions across various music genres.
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Product Strengths
- Good bass impact, coupled with a mildly more pronounced top end
- Visually stunning, with a classy, high-end look, especially in the ash finish, described as both modern and classic
- Clear and intelligible midrange
- Energetic, extended, and detailed tweeter performance without being overly aggressive
- Good soundstage width and depth
Product Considerations
- Bass performance is source material dependent, and may need a sub-woofer for the deepest bass all the time
- The feet look like an afterthought
- Not the best center image
- Midrange is not wholly neutral, described as a touch cool or lean
- Needs some space from the wall, too close to your front wall and bass may become overpowering—potentially even boomy
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Against the Focal Chora 826, the fit and finish of the Silver Series was preferred, especially in the ash finish
- The Monitor Audio speaker is built better than the Magnat Transpuls, but the more neutral sound of the Transpuls was preferred
Takeaway: The Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G is a lively and fun speaker that provides an engaging presence for both music and movies. With stunning looks and sound quality to match, these speakers are a classy addition to any living room.
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Introducing the T Series The T66 is the first model in GoldenEar’s new T Series. While it boasts several significant refinements of our time-tested design concepts, the T66 is undeniably a GoldenEar loudspeaker, placing beautiful sound and music before all else. Honoring the Triton Series The T66 honors the critically acclaimed Triton Series, sharing a similarly tall, slender profile; built-in DSP-controlled subwoofer amplification; and a driver complement comprising GoldenEar’s High-Velocity Folded Ribbon AMT tweeter, cast-basket mid/bass units, quadratic planar radiators, and long-throw powered sub-bass section. Onward and Upward Several important cosmetic and sonic refinements distinguish the new T66 from previous GoldenEar speakers. These include a dramatically augmented crossover design, high-quality internal wiring, a new cast-aluminum base and metal grille, and, in addition to GoldenEar’s Gloss Black cabinet finish, a vibrant Santa Barbara Red.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent bass performance is a defining feature, providing tight, smooth, even, solid, and tangible bass extension into the 20 Hz range, eliminating placement issues associated with separate subwoofers
- Balanced overall sound, coherence, and ability to present music in a natural and effortless way is consistently praised
- High levels of detail come through with the High-Velocity Folded Ribbon AMT tweeter and cast-basket mid/bass units
- A holographic image over the seating area of a typical sofa is capable with excellent imaging and a wide and open soundstage, even when not seated in the exact sweet spot
- The Santa Barbara Red finish option receives high marks for its visual appeal
Product Considerations
- Still a significant investment, especially the Santa Barbara Red finish
- The metal grille covering the drivers is not designed to be easily removed
- Care should be taken with system matching, due to a slightly hot high-end
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The T66 offers more refinement and a more 'of-a-piece' sound than the Triton One.R
- Has internal structural improvements that make it even more stable and rigid than previous generations
Takeaway: The GoldenEar T66 delivers audiophile-grade sound and aesthetics, with powerful bass and exceptional detail. These speakers are easy to incorporate into nearly any environment, and have the power to let the listener appreciate all the nuances in favorite songs or movies.
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Slender Speakers with Surprising Performance.Lumina V takes inspiration from Sonus faber’s core designs and technologies, packaged in a sleek and minimalistic floorstanding speaker.LUXURY, SIMPLIFIED.Lumina V is the flagship three-way floor standing model in the collection. A slender speaker with high-power handling and fast transient response, Lumina V produces a natural, generous, and emotional sound for an immersive listening experience.LIGHTING THE WAYThe Lumina collection ushers in exciting changes while preserving the history and values core to Sonus faber. Centered on simplicity, Lumina provides an immersive and musical experience to a broader audience.SIGNATURE SONUS FABER MATERIALSLumina V incorporates multilayer wood on the front baffle and wood veneer, available in multiple finishes. The sides and top of the speaker cabinet are hand-covered in black leather.SIMPLICITY AND STYLELumina takes note of Sonus faber’s iconic natural materials.
Product Strengths
- Elegant design with a combination of wood and leather that gives a classy appearance
- Impressive bass output, with some reviewers noting deep and tuneful bass
- The midrange is articulate and expressive, delivering vocals with palpability and detail
- Smooth and detailed high-end reproduction, thanks to the Damped Apex Dome (DAD) tweeter
- Relatively easy to drive with a sensitivity of 89-90dB
Product Considerations
- Requires careful placement to achieve the best balance, especially regarding toe-in
- The bass can sometimes be perceived as boomy depending on the room acoustics
- Some reviewers mention the included binding posts are cheap
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Q Acoustics Concept 50, the Lumina V has a more live sound, but the Concept 50 is more neutral, and more inert
- Compared to the Polk R700, the Lumina V is sonically similar to the R700, but with slightly less bass and a smaller cabinet—with better aesthetics; the R700 is more full range and warmer
- Compared to the Spendor A4 or ProAc Response DT8, the Lumina V is not as precise, but offers a natural sonic grace
Takeaway: The Sonus Faber Lumina V is an elegant speaker that delivers detailed sound and impressive bass. It is a great option if you want speakers that look as good as they sound.
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You wanted a flagship R-Series to fill larger rooms based on the trickle-down technology from the S-Series. The second-best two-channel system in our line-up still rivals most competitor's flagship. Employing the same DPC array and long-excursion woofers for extremely low distortion and our beam forming controlled directivity down to 500Hz make this a full-range masterpiece only rivaled by our own award-winning S7t.
Designed as a stand alone 2ch high fidelity speaker with the versatility to be used as part of multi-channel systems. Sharing "trickle-down" technology from our flagship S-Series, the DPC-Array here based on three 26mm domes, guarantees excellent directivity control and timbre matching with all R-Series speakers.
The Silk diaphragms developed ground up, chosen specifically their smooth, effortless representation of midrange and treble. The 165mm woofers are made from our proprietary HPF pulp, two years in development, bringing new technology to one of the oldest materials used in loudspeaker design.
The R7t can be aligned as bass reflex or acoustic suspension depending on specific tastes. Rich, dynamic bass matched with advanced mid/treble directivity pattern control and silky highs offer best in class performance.
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Product Strengths
- Remarkably coherent and balanced sound profile, resulting from well-engineered and matched drivers and cabinet
- An uncanny ability to 'disappear' in the listening room
- The DPC array design contributes to a wide horizontal dispersion, allowing a broader sweet spot for multiple listeners
- Accurate sound reproduction and neutral enough for studio use
- A high level of dynamic ability, good low-end control, and a cavernous soundstage
Product Considerations
- Only available in gloss black and gloss white finishes, which might not suit all tastes or home décor
- The price point is a significant investment, placing it beyond the reach of many
- Some reviewers noted a mild treble roll-off, or smooth character that was overly kind on poor recordings and might lack the sparkle and excitement some listeners prefer
- Setting up requires assistance, due to the weight
- The lower bass extension may not satisfy deep bass enthusiasts, with extension starting to drop below 40Hz
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Perlisten S7t, the S7t offers more overall weight, bottom-end reach, resolution, and dynamic speed, but the R7t shines brightly on its own
- Compared to the EgglestonWorks Oso, the Oso presented a more muscular version of the music with more bottom end oomph, while the R7t conveyed music's finer points with more apparent resolution
- Compared to the KEF Reference 3, the KEF may yield deeper bass extension due to greater cabinet volume, and the scale of the soundstage may also be improved, but the Perlisten offers a superior disappearing act
Takeaway: The Perlisten R7t are well-built speakers that provide a detailed and immersive listening experience, with their advanced design and unique driver array creating a spacious soundstage. Their cutting-edge design creates a great listening experience.
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Product Strengths
- Impressive detail and clarity across the entire audio spectrum
- Refined and elegant aesthetic
- Wide and deep soundstage, with spot-on image specificity
- Balanced and detailed sound with impressive stereo imaging
- Solid and tuneful bass response
Product Considerations
- Speaker grills feel cheap
- Some reviewers feel that the bass needs a subwoofer to fill in the low end
- The boxy design may not appeal to everyone
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Offers better price-to-performance value than Paradigm Founder 120H
- Sounds clearer than Paradigm Premier 700F
Takeaway: The Monitor Audio Silver 300 7G is a great speaker that sounds good and looks beautiful, making it a great choice for people who care about both sound and appearance. It is a good option for people who want high-end speakers without spending too much money.
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Product Strengths
- Massive sound despite its moderate size, widening the soundstage effectively
- Excels with bass guitars, delivering them in a fantastic way
- Voices are very clear and shine through
- Easy to position, particularly forgiving of placement, and highly attractive
- Capable of generating a huge soundstage with surprising drive, pitch precision, and speed
Product Considerations
- The tweeter can sound a bit bright or sharp at times, especially without the grill
- The bass needed to be a little bit louder to support the tweeter
- May not be ideal for small rooms due to the airy and spacious sound of the tweeter
- The tweeter may be prone to dust accumulation
- Finish, while trendy, may be marginally less luxurious than predecessors
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Bronze 500 is considered to have a brighter sound than KEF Q950, which has a more neutral to warmish sound
Takeaway: The Bronze 500 is a powerful speaker that delivers a big sound with clear voices and fantastic bass, making it enjoyable for various music genres. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a speaker that combines quality performance with ease of use.
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Product Strengths
- Discrete enough to slip next to TV stands, hifi racks or tricky shaped rooms, without losing their sonic 'scale'
- Speakers manage to stay clear and precise without getting overwhelmed, and even in a stereo set up, manage to keep up with dialog without losing clarity of voice or even tones
- Mid-range accuracy is prized, and the Silver 200's are no exception
- Bass stays controlled without ending up muddy, even in tricky placements
Product Considerations
- Would benefit from the addition of a subwoofer to reach some of the truly room-shaking depths
- The cabinet still stops it from getting to truly expansive bass depths—which may present an issue in larger rooms
- If the bass gets too boomy in a particular setup, one can seal one or both of the ports with the supplied bungs
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Would benefit from the addition of either the Monitor Audio Silver W12 or REL TX7 subwoofers
Takeaway: The Monitor Audio Silver 200 7G speakers are compact but powerful, producing a big and accurate sound. The speakers stay detailed without becoming fatiguing, making them a great option.
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Product Strengths
- Fit and finish plus performance that is a bargain for around $3k/pair
- Gelcore cabinet construction minimizes unwanted sound energy from resonance and vibrations
- A tweeter that is hermetically sealed and mechanically isolated (floating) from the baffle provides lower distortion
- Size, weight, and richness of tone belies their size, with a wider baffle to each loudspeaker pointing at you
- A mild sound throws emphasis back to the midrange that in itself seems almost holographic, as well as deeply insightful in a gentle but revealing manner
Product Considerations
- A medium to large size room is required to shine, otherwise the bass will dominate
- Flaws in poor recordings can be revealed due to their detail and accuracy—warts and all performance
- The top-end is a little soft and gentle—classic BBC like—which may require amps with some zing to compensate
- Listeners seeking absolute detail or transparency might not be satisfied because of Q Acoustics' house sound that massages treble and plumps up bass and lower mid
- They don't go sub-40Hz deep, frequency response is rated at 42 Hz – 30 kHz (-6dB)
Takeaway: The Q Acoustics Concept 50 offers excellent value with its blend of innovative design and high-quality sound, making it a great choice for enjoying music with a sense of depth and engagement. The Concept 50s are easy to listen to and fun.
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Product Strengths
- Retro aesthetics reminiscent of vintage speakers, with a well-applied veneer and woven front panel
- Balanced sound with clarity in the midrange and treble, creating an immersive listening experience
- Good sensitivity makes them relatively easy to drive with a range of amplifiers
- Acoustic suspension design provides tight bass and allows for flexible placement near walls
- Three-position attenuation switch allows for adjustment to different room acoustics
Product Considerations
- Can sound a bit bright out of the box, requiring a break-in period
- Sound can harden a little when provoked by poor or bright recordings, and they are finicky about upstream electronics
- Bass might not be punchy enough for some listeners, potentially requiring a subwoofer or EQ adjustments
- Lack of provision for spikes to fasten the speakers to the carpet
- Grilles need to be off for best sound, according to one reviewer
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the JBL L100, the Model Five is better balanced and more enjoyable to listen to
- Compared to the NHT C3, the Model Five is an upgraded variant, offering deeper, wider sound and more resolution
- Compared to the Buchardt S400, the Model Five sounds more open, brighter, and more detailed—with better instrument placement
- Compared to the Aurender S5W, the Model Five reaches lower frequencies and has better overall resolution and detail
- Compared to the Graham LS6, they perform on par, albeit via a different approach, trading in some refinement for a more direct—in-your-face sound
Takeaway: The KLH Model Five is a speaker with retro style and balanced sound. They are versatile and can be used in different listening spaces.
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