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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- The unique coaxial midrange tweeter has been enhanced, improving the sound quality
- The redesign of the solid front panel features additional cross-bracing and a center bridge, which allows the installation of an additional neodymium magnet above the tweeter to improve its efficiency further
- The coaxial ribbon now takes over reproduction from 450 Hz and also covers the sensitive range of vocals within its wider frequency band, which can now be reproduced flawlessly and harmoniously
- The cabinets are made of an extremely high-quality, now even larger seamless aluminum extrusion
- The TIM2 module further increases the rigidity of the enclosure
Takeaway: The Piega Coax Gen2 speakers have been meticulously optimized and boast impressive dynamics, refined details, and outstanding spatiality in the mid-high range. With their elegant design, they will be an eye-catcher in any room.
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Manufacturer details
- Recommended Amplifier Output: 20 - 250 watt
- Sensitivity: 90 db/W/m
- Impedance: 4 ohms
- Frequency Range: 35 Hz - 50 kHz
- Dimensions: H8.2"xW24.4" x D 12.2"
- Weight: 46.2 lbs
- Technology: 1 x C112+ coaxial ribbon, 2 x 160 mm UHQD® woofers
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:
- Piega speakers are crafted with seamless, extruded aluminum enclosures, designed by Swiss architect Stephan Hürlemann, which minimizes vibrations and resonances.
- They utilize custom-designed Air Motion Transformer (AMT) tweeters, manufactured in-house, known for their clarity, detail, and extended high-frequency response.
- Piega offers a unique Wireless Spatial Sound (WiSa) technology in select models, allowing for cable-free stereo or multi-channel setups without compromising audio quality.
- The brand incorporates Tension Improve Module (TIM) technology, including TIM2 in newer generations, which tensions internal components to further reduce cabinet resonance and improve sonic purity.
Select products
Ace Series
- Positioning: The entry-level lineup in PIEGA's offerings, designed for compact spaces and affordability.
- Description: Features the AMT-1 Air Motion Transformer for detailed sound. Compared to the Premium Series, offers a more compact and budget-friendly option, making it ideal for small rooms or those seeking portability. While it lacks the advanced ribbon technology of the Coax and Master Line Source series, it provides a balanced sound suitable for everyday listening.
Premium Loudspeakers
- Positioning: Sits in the mid-range of PIEGA's lineup, offering a balance of performance and design.
- Description: Known for its elegant design and advanced ribbon tweeter technology, providing clear and precise audio. Features a reinforced aluminum structure that enhances sound clarity, setting it apart from the Ace Series.
Coax Gen2
- Positioning: A high-end offering, positioned just below the flagship Master Line Source series.
- Description: Stands out with its proprietary coaxial ribbon technology, delivering exceptional clarity and balance. Uses advanced TIM2 modules to reduce cabinet vibrations, offering superior sound purity compared to the Premium Series.
Master Line Source Gen2
- Positioning: The flagship series, representing the pinnacle of PIEGA's technological innovation.
- Description: Features innovative Line Source ribbon technology, providing exceptional sound with authentic and coherent sound reproduction. Uses a unique dipole speaker design that fills the space with a coherent cylinder sound wave, surpassing the capabilities of the Coax Gen2.
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What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
Our ribbon tweeters, especially the coaxial versions used in our Coax and Master Line models, deliver exceptional resolution and spatial imaging. What’s particularly noteworthy is that we have been developing these tweeters entirely in-house for over 40 years – and we still manufacture them by hand at our facility in Horgen, Switzerland. The quality is, in our view, outstanding – not only acoustically, but also in terms of technical precision and minimal unit-to-unit variance.
Our aluminum enclosures, combined with internal damping and sandwich construction, ensure distortion-free performance – even at high volumes – and are a unique feature both acoustically and visually.
What's your approach to customer support?
We generally recommend that customers first reach out to their dealer or national distributor for any questions or issues. These partners are trained and authorized to assist quickly and effectively. In more complex cases – or when customers contact us directly – we are, of course, committed to providing personal and dedicated support.
Additionally, we regularly invite customers to visit our headquarters in Horgen. During these visits – which include a tour of our production and personal consultation – very close relationships have developed, and in some cases, even real friendships have formed. We take pride in maintaining close and reliable contact, even after the purchase.
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
- “Queen Mary” – Francine Thirteen: For dynamics and tight bass, excellent at high volume.
- “Liberty” – Anette Askvik: For atmospheric depth and spaciousness.
- “The Headless Horseman” – Bobby Bass: Great for vocals and evaluating seamless transitions between multi-way drivers.
What other products pair best with yours?
We experience excellent synergy with HiFi Rose electronics – both sonically and aesthetically. Setups with T+A or Cambridge Audio also pair beautifully with our speakers. And of course, there are no limits at the high end: just recently, I heard a large Burmester and McIntosh system driving our Coax 811 at a dealer – the result was absolutely stunning.
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Our Summary
Product Strengths
- The S7c center channel speaker is a standout performer and a tonal match to the mains and surrounds, creating a seamless blend across the main channels
- Movie dialogue was crystal clear from every seat with the S7c, and levels required no additional tweaking post-calibration
- Innovative in design and heavy duty in build quality
Product Considerations
- The price of the S7c and the system as a whole, may be intimidating for some
- The review sample had a lustrous high-gloss black with chromed silver binding posts and terminal plate
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Perlisten S7t speakers seem to be able to bend the room to their will to an even higher degree than the Revel F328Be speakers that were reviewed earlier
Takeaway: The S7c is a top-tier center channel speaker that delivers exceptional clarity and seamless integration with other speakers, making it a great choice for a high-end home theater system. It's a high-performing product, making movies and music sound their best.
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Product Strengths
- Compact center channel designed to match the S7Ts without taking up too much space
- Properly designed to be a center channel, providing great off-axis performance
- When integrated as part of a system with S7Ts, it provides a cohesive sound, sounding very similar to the mains
Product Considerations
- Review mentions having to seal the bass drivers in the subwoofers and redo setup
- Review mentions it sounds best with 'really good musical subwoofers', which may mean it sounds less good without subwoofers
Takeaway: The S5C is a well-engineered center channel option that can be paired with other speakers to create an immersive sound experience. It offers great off-axis performance and a cohesive sound.
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Product Strengths
- New features and performance for the brand's high-end home theater speakers
- The slim profile allows for easy integration into any room, distinguishing them from bulkier alternatives
- Cabinets are crafted using multiple laminated layers of MDF with a 36mm front baffle and feature dual binding posts, plus high-quality jumpers for better performance
- The series features an updated top-tier midrange and woofer with Rigid Diaphragm Technology III for improved audio performance
- Build quality is first-rate with no expense spared in using today's technology
Product Considerations
- The speakers sometimes seemed like they were holding back from being their best—lacking a live and emotional connection
Takeaway: The Platinum 3G speakers from Monitor Audio are an achievement in engineering and aesthetic design and are built for easy integration into any home. They presented very good technical performance and compatibility with different amplifier types.
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Product Strengths
- The HTM81 D4 is designed specifically as a center speaker to partner with the 801, sharing the same tweeter and midrange assembly
- A very serious center speaker, with a frequency response of +/- 3dB at 28Hz
Product Considerations
- A large speaker, it takes up considerable space
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The HTM81 D4 is a physical center speaker, preferred by Bowers & Wilkins over in-wall designs for optimal performance when paired with the 801
Takeaway: The HTM81 is a serious center speaker that ensures tonal consistency across the front channels, making movies and music sound great. This center channel is worth considering for the best possible home theater experience.
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Product Strengths
- Confident, solid, and real presentation
- Beefy-solid sound with very good imaging and focus, and with much better layering front to back than anticipated
- Tweeters have a near-perfect combination of articulation and musical purpose, and are absolutely never bright or in your face
- Arguably, the strongest point is their solid and unwavering presentation regardless of volume level
- Has a live-performance-like quality
Product Considerations
- Overall resolution is good, but not spectacular, and perhaps less than one should reasonably expect at this price
- Tonal balance, compared to Apogee speakers, is definitely on the dark side
- Exact same toe in is needed, otherwise focus will tend to either side
- Bass was initially thumb–but was resolved by placement
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to Apogee: DSP 5200's have a lower stage, also, tonal balance is darker
- Compared to Kharma: Kharma's are more open-sounding–but can be ear-piercing, while the DSP 5200's are never aggressive or harsh
Takeaway: The DSP 5200 SE speakers deliver a confident and solid sound, that does not lack power, and performs well at all volume levels. They are great at filling the room with sound and creating a thrilling listening experience.
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