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Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- Impressive control and articulation, handling fast and congested music effortlessly
- Enhances positive qualities of the passive version
- Balances crossover, amplifier and tweeter in a way that avoids harsh or forward sounds
- Achieves more low-end impact compared to the passive version across the volume range
- Offers a wider and more expansive soundstage than its narrow frontage might suggest
Product Considerations
- Bass detail can sometimes be masked by the transmission line and air movement
- Requires a separate source and volume control, not fully self-contained like some active speakers
- The product might be considered expensive compared to other amp-and-speaker combinations
Takeaway: The active twenty5 23i is a good choice for those seeking a peerless solution that maintains hifi credentials and streamlines box-count. It hits harder and sounds sweeter, while providing intriguing system-building possibilities.
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Features
Specifications
- Frequency Response: 28Hz – 25kHz
- Sensitivity: 1Vrms = 96.5dB SPL @ 1m (low setting) / 106.5dB SPL @ 1m (high setting)
- Effective ATL™ Length: 2.4m (7.8ft)
- Impedance: >14kΩ
- Drive Units: LF PMC 5.5" / 140mm long-throw g-weave™ cone with cast alloy chassis
- HF PMC/SEAS®: 19mm twenty5i series, SONOMEX™ fabric soft dome, Ferrofluid cooled, with 34mm surround and dispersion grille
- Crossover Frequency: 1.75kHz
- Input Connectors: Balanced analogue XLR and unbalanced RCA
- Dimensions: H 907mm (35.7") (+20mm spikes) W 162mm (6.4") (238mm incl. plinth bars) D 330mm (13") (+9mm grille)
- Weight: 15.15KG (33.40 lbs)
Description
Already our best-selling model in passive form, the Active 23i adds an active crossover and 2x100W amplification in each speaker to create an elegant floor-standing design even more capable of filling medium-sized rooms with transparent, authentic dynamics and effortlessly extended bass.
The 23 has long been the most popular model in our range – now the Active twenty5.23i builds on that success, combing a combination of weight and refinement in a still-compact floorstanding form.
Already our best-selling model in passive form, the Active 23i adds an active crossover and 2x100W amplification in each speaker to create an elegant floor-standing design even more capable of filling medium-sized rooms with transparent, authentic dynamics and effortlessly extended bass.
With the choice of finishes shared across the Active twenty5i range, it blends unobtrusively into any room: reviewer Chris Kelly said of the passive 23i, 'Pair them with a high-quality amplifier and a good source and you will never regret your purchase,' and that's just what we've done with the Active 23i, building in the amplification for a 'just add source' music solution.
The Active twenty5i series, combined with a preamplifier or any streamer with a volume control, will create a neat, stylish, world-class music system.
Already our best-selling model in passive form, the Active 23i adds an active crossover and 2x100W amplification in each speaker to create an elegant floor-standing design even more capable of filling medium-sized rooms with transparent, authentic dynamics and effortlessly extended bass.
With the choice of finishes shared across the Active twenty5i range, it blends unobtrusively into any room: reviewer Chris Kelly said of the passive 23i, 'Pair them with a high-quality amplifier and a good source and you will never regret your purchase,' and that's just what we've done with the Active 23i, building in the amplification for a 'just add source' music solution.
The Active twenty5i series, combined with a preamplifier or any streamer with a volume control, will create a neat, stylish, world-class music system.
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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:
- PMC leverages its professional studio monitor expertise to create hifi speakers, resulting in accurate and detailed sound reproduction at home.
- The brand utilizes Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) technology in their speaker designs, producing tight, extended, and well-balanced bass.
- They pay significant attention to minimizing cabinet vibrations through decoupled designs, mass damping, and plinth stands to improve imaging and overall clarity.
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Prodigy5:
- Positioning: A compact floor-standing speaker designed for versatility in various room sizes.
- Description: Offers a dynamic sound experience with its Advanced Transmission Line and twin Laminair vents, making it ideal for small to medium rooms. Compared to the larger models like the twenty5.26i, it provides a more affordable option without compromising on the clarity and depth of sound. Its compact design makes it suitable for those with limited space and a moderate budget, while still delivering a powerful audio performance.
Active twenty5.24i:
- Positioning:The largest two-way speaker in the active twenty5i series, designed for high-resolution audio.
- Description: This model combines active technology with PMC's ATL to deliver precise and dynamic sound, perfect for larger rooms. Unlike the passive models such as the Prodigy5, the active design allows for optimized internal amplification, providing a more integrated and space-efficient solution.
Prophecy9:
- Positioning: The flagship model of the Prophecy series, offering state-of-the-art performance.
- Description: Featuring PMC's LaminairX technology, delivers an expansive soundstage and deep bass, ideal for large rooms and high-end audio setups. It surpasses models like the twenty5.26i in terms of technological sophistication and sound dynamics.
Fenestria:
- Positioning: The top-of-the-range model in the Fact series, designed for the ultimate listening experience.
- Description: With vibration-cancelling design and advanced materials, offers exceptional sound purity. It stands out from other models like the Prophecy9 with its innovative cabinet and driver technologies, providing an immersive audio experience.
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PMC is a hifi speaker brand known for its Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) technology, which enhances bass response and reduces distortion, and its LaminairX technology in the Prophecy series, which reduces turbulence and harmonic distortion by up to 3dB. Their active speakers are preferred by music and audio professionals for their tonal accuracy and dynamic range, with user reviews particularly praising their accurate midrange and detailed sound compared to brands like Dynaudio and B&W.
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active twenty5.24i
2700
2700
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3
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The largest two-way speaker in the range, the Active twenty5.24i combines the resolution and power of our active technology with our in-house drivers and ATL, for performances with realism, precision, and breathtaking dynamics. Our largest Active twenty5i model, the Active twenty5.24i, is a two-way speaker that sounds like a much larger three-way design. Driven by 200W of optimised internal amplification per speaker, and with an active crossover to ensure each driver is powered optimally, it will fill even large listening rooms with compelling musical performances. Its 19mm soft dome tweeter and 6.5-inch mid/bass driver are seamlessly integrated and combine with our ATL™ technology to deliver a high-fidelity experience like no other – just add a preamplifier, or a network player with volume control for a complete high-end system taking up minimal space. The Active twenty5i series - high-end audio made sleek and convenient with uncompromised performance.
PMC is a hifi speaker brand known for its Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) technology, which enhances bass response and reduces distortion, and its LaminairX technology in the Prophecy series, which reduces turbulence and harmonic distortion by up to 3dB. Their active speakers are preferred by music and audio professionals for their tonal accuracy and dynamic range, with user reviews particularly praising their accurate midrange and detailed sound compared to brands like Dynaudio and B&W.
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Product Strengths
- Delivers a crisp, open sound with a pacy and tuneful low end
- Bass is balanced and clearly included in the soundscape, even at low volumes
- The tweeter is better balanced with the midrange, and now you can fully hear the overtones ringing freely from Keith Jarrett's piano
- Bass goes below 30 Hz in a normal room
- Easy to listen to with the transmission line bass extension, creating a flowing and endless musical experience
Product Considerations
- Diamond black finish is prone to fingerprints
- Needs an amplifier with sufficient headroom for loud transients
- Requires some space in the room to perform well
- Could use a little more energy in the upper midrange for piano timbre
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The PMC twenty5 24i delivers deeper bass with more authority than the KEF R11
- The PMC twenty5 24i has a better bass foundation than the Piega Premium 701
- The PMC twenty5 24i reaches deeper in frequency than the Sonus faber Sonetto V
Takeaway: The PMC twenty5.24i delivers a crisp, open sound with a tuneful low end that complements a wide range of music. Its ability to reveal nuances in recordings and its balanced sound make it worth a listen.
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PMC is a hifi speaker brand known for its Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) technology, which enhances bass response and reduces distortion, and its LaminairX technology in the Prophecy series, which reduces turbulence and harmonic distortion by up to 3dB. Their active speakers are preferred by music and audio professionals for their tonal accuracy and dynamic range, with user reviews particularly praising their accurate midrange and detailed sound compared to brands like Dynaudio and B&W.
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GoldenEar
T66
3450
3450
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23
Reviews
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.
GoldenEar Technology stands out for its High-Velocity Folded Ribbon tweeter, which moves air like an accordion to avoid the distortion common in metal dome tweeters, and its built-in powered bass sections with DSP eliminate the need for separate subwoofers. The brand delivers high-end sound quality at more accessible price points through its Triton series, which uses passive radiators to achieve powerful bass from compact cabinets.
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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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GoldenEar Technology stands out for its High-Velocity Folded Ribbon tweeter, which moves air like an accordion to avoid the distortion common in metal dome tweeters, and its built-in powered bass sections with DSP eliminate the need for separate subwoofers. The brand delivers high-end sound quality at more accessible price points through its Triton series, which uses passive radiators to achieve powerful bass from compact cabinets.
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KEF
LS60
4999
4999
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5
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KEF's signature Uni-Q technology places the tweeter in the center of the woofer to create a single point source for sound, while their Metamaterial Absorption Technology absorbs 99% of unwanted sound from the rear of the driver. Their Music Integrity Engine corrects timing errors in the speaker crossover, and their Shadow Flare technology reduces diffraction for improved detail and clarity in sound reproduction.
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Product Strengths
- Phenomenal performance combines with great aesthetics and ease of use
- The Uni-Q driver provides a great, all-encompassing sense of sound and captures every element of the track
- Offers a wealth of customization via the KEF Connect app, including EQ settings, wall mode, and bass extension
- Every driver is paired with a custom amplifier, eliminating the need to choose separate components
- Integrates multiple streaming options including Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, and Chromecast
Product Considerations
- Bluetooth 4.2 may be seen as outdated
- The included remote control is basic
- Bass can be too much straight out of the box and may require adjustment
- Some may not like the decision being taken away of choosing a specific amplifier or DAC
- Output may be limited for very large rooms
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- LS60 uses a lot of similar technology found in the KEF Blades
- LS60 can play much louder and deeper, and are more dynamic and even more open than KEF LS50 Wireless II
- LS60 goes deeper in the bass than Bowers & Wilkins Formation Duo
- LS60 has more outstanding range and bass dynamics than DALI Rubicon 6 C and PIEGA Premium Wireless 701
Takeaway: The KEF LS60 Wireless is a convenient and great-sounding speaker system with a slim design and comprehensive features that's easy to set up and customize for various listening preferences. It's a good choice if you want a simple, high-quality audio solution without needing separate components.
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KEF's signature Uni-Q technology places the tweeter in the center of the woofer to create a single point source for sound, while their Metamaterial Absorption Technology absorbs 99% of unwanted sound from the rear of the driver. Their Music Integrity Engine corrects timing errors in the speaker crossover, and their Shadow Flare technology reduces diffraction for improved detail and clarity in sound reproduction.
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Genelec
6040R
3395
3395
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4
Reviews
Genelec is a hifi speaker brand known for their unique coaxial driver design where the tweeter is embedded in the mid-woofer, ensuring all frequencies come from the same point in space. The brand pioneered the use of recycled aluminum for speaker cabinets in 1996, and their Smart Active Monitoring systems automatically adapt to room acoustics, making them particularly valuable for professional studio environments.
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Product Strengths
- Rock-solid build quality with die-cast aluminum construction leading to a durable and rigid design without resonances
- Precise and balanced sound, suitable for all musical styles without emphasis, with warm vocals and good intimacy
- Powerful dynamics and serious SPL capability from a small cabinet, delivering decent sound even in larger rooms
- Features Genelec's GLM room correction system, which is flexible, fast, and provides a comprehensive report about the listening space with recommendations
- Elegant and unique design that looks good from any angle, and doesn't take up much footprint in the room
Product Considerations
- All connections use professional standards, and balanced outputs are preferred
- The GLM kit is an additional cost
- The professional XLR cable connections can seem cumbersome
- There is no wireless connectivity or network option
- The manual is quite involved and detailed for GLM, and could be improved with a quick start manual
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Reference Techniques SBR1: The SBR1 has better bass insight and space and more 'hifi glossy silkiness,' while the 6040R is a better 'music communicator'
- Vs ATC SCM40 actives: The ATC is better in timbre and bass-treble coherence, but the 6040R is more precise, dynamic, and easier to integrate
- Vs KEF LS50 Metas and a Buchardt i150 amplifier: The 6040R has greater drive and greater soundstage precision
Takeaway: The 6040R is a well-built speaker system with great sound, room correction, and built-in power amps, making it a long-lasting music system with all-round sound. It is a compact, elegant design that delivers an exceptional and uncolored listening experience, and it has enough power and nuance to play any type of music in any situation.
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Genelec is a hifi speaker brand known for their unique coaxial driver design where the tweeter is embedded in the mid-woofer, ensuring all frequencies come from the same point in space. The brand pioneered the use of recycled aluminum for speaker cabinets in 1996, and their Smart Active Monitoring systems automatically adapt to room acoustics, making them particularly valuable for professional studio environments.
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Q Acoustics
M40
1272
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Released
2024
The most convenient and cost-effective way to fill your home with full-size, powerful and immersive sound without filling your home with big, imposing loudspeakers. These quality micro-towers have the flexibility to support numerous wired and wireless sources of music.
Q Acoustics, a popular entry-level hifi brand among professional reviewers, offers excellent performance at affordable prices.
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Product Strengths
- Compact size makes them ideal for smaller spaces
- Delivers a composed and controlled sound
- Easy to set up and use
- Stereo imaging is great—each element has its own space
- Versatile wired connectivity (USB, optical, analog)
Product Considerations
- Sound lacks dynamics and drive
- No wi-fi streaming or control app
- Bass response can be easily provoked
- Treble sounds are played safe here—somewhat rolled-off
- Volume adjustment is a slightly blunt affair
Takeaway: The Q Acoustics M40 is a versatile speaker system that's easy to set up and use, delivering great sound quality, especially considering its compact size. It is a safe and enjoyable recommendation for those seeking a less-than-big system with a big, informative and energetic sound.
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Q Acoustics, a popular entry-level hifi brand among professional reviewers, offers excellent performance at affordable prices.
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Definitive Technology
Dymension DM80
1499
/
Released
Dymension™ DM80 tower speakers deliver dynamic, room-filling sound with extended bass by leveraging Definitive Technology's signature bipolar arrays, proprietary drivers, and integrated 12" subwoofer.
Definitive Technology is a hifi speaker brand known for its bipole design, which radiates sound from both front and back to create a more spacious soundstage. Their speakers feature unique technologies like Linear Response Waveguide for better off-axis listening and Intelligent Bass Control for precise bass adjustments while maintaining midrange balance, with many models incorporating built-in powered subwoofers.
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Product Strengths
- Bipolar speaker design with drivers on both the front and back creates a spacious, immersive, and room-filling sound experience
- Built-in powered subwoofer with passive radiators delivers deep, textural, and adjustable bass, potentially eliminating the need for separate subwoofers
- Clear midrange, allowing for crystal clear dialogue even during loud scenes
Product Considerations
- Placement is critical due to rear-facing bipolar drivers, requiring sufficient space from the front wall to avoid vague or echoey sound
- Integrated subwoofer placement lacks flexibility, requiring careful balancing of speaker placement and individual subwoofer levels
- Tweeter can become harsh and lose composure at high volumes, potentially requiring treble adjustment via receiver tone controls
- Large size may be problematic for smaller spaces and can visually dominate a room
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Martin Logan Motion XT-F100: The Martin Logan is better out of the box, but once tweaked, the DM-80s perform as well and have better bass
- Vs Polk R700: The DM-80s can achieve sonic feats the R700 cannot, but the R700 has a better tweeter for those sensitive to high frequencies
- Vs Klipsch RP-8000F Mark II/Cornwall: The DM-80s have a livelier sound and superior bass extension and accuracy, although the Klipsch speakers sound more 'live'
Takeaway: The Dymension DM-80 tower speakers offer a unique and immersive audio experience with powerful bass, making them suitable for both home theater and music enjoyment. With proper setup, the DM-80 can bring that exciting feeling of live sound to one's home.
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Definitive Technology is a hifi speaker brand known for its bipole design, which radiates sound from both front and back to create a more spacious soundstage. Their speakers feature unique technologies like Linear Response Waveguide for better off-axis listening and Intelligent Bass Control for precise bass adjustments while maintaining midrange balance, with many models incorporating built-in powered subwoofers.
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KIN By Totem
Kin Play Tower II
1687
/
Released
2024
Discover the brand-new KIN Play Tower II, Totem's fully powered floor-standing speaker, now with HDMI ARC! With expanded connectivity and enhanced functionality, this tower delivers even more of the sought-after qualities that have contributed to the remarkable success of the Kin PlayTM. Connect your wired and wireless sources to experience the bold and impactful sound of the KIN Play Tower IITM.
Known for its use of handmade Torrent drivers, Kin by Totem eliminates crossover distortions to deliver clean, unaltered audio, coupled with its signature micro-size speakers that defy traditional performance limitations. The brand’s achievements include influencing compact speaker trends while maintaining premium audio quality.
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Product Strengths
- The Kin Play Tower 2s are active speakers, meaning they have a built-in amplifier, offering a cleaner and simpler setup compared to passive speakers that require an external amplifier
- The speakers are reported to have a frequency response range down to 30Hz, meaning that a subwoofer may not be necessary for many listeners
- Available in black and white satin finishes, the speakers are compact enough to fit in various listening spaces, combining good looks with good sound
- Multiple inputs including HDMI ARC, optical inputs, Bluetooth, stereo RCA, line-level, and active phono inputs offer versatile connectivity options
Product Considerations
- Modern connectivity options fall a little short, opting for HDMI ARC instead of eARC, and lacking WIFI and/or Ethernet
- Bypassing the internal preamp using the 'amp in' input can cause the speakers to play at full volume, potentially damaging the speakers or hearing if the connected device has a fixed volume output
- At higher volumes, the five-inch drivers can struggle with demanding bass sections, so the speakers may benefit from the support of a subwoofer when playing bass-heavy music
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Kin Play Tower 2s have a bass that is punchy and dynamic, while Martin Logan Towers tend to have deeper sounding bass
- Bowers & Wilkins speakers are brighter
Takeaway: The Kin Play Tower 2s are convenient and versatile active speakers that sound great and are easy to set up. They offer a clean aesthetic and multiple connectivity options, making them suitable for those seeking quality audio without a complex setup.
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Known for its use of handmade Torrent drivers, Kin by Totem eliminates crossover distortions to deliver clean, unaltered audio, coupled with its signature micro-size speakers that defy traditional performance limitations. The brand’s achievements include influencing compact speaker trends while maintaining premium audio quality.
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Argon Audio
Forte A55 MK2
1153
/
Released
2023
FORTE A55 MK2 represent the pinnacle of the FORTE series (so far!). These speakers are perfect for you if you won't settle for anything less than the best. You get pure, room-filling sound with plenty of bass that transforms any room into a sound paradise. FORTE MK2 are the gold standard among active speakers. With their fully digital amplification featuring four separate channels for tweeters and woofers, custom-designed drivers with minimal distortion, and all the connections you need - including HDMI ARC - FORTE MK2 deliver crystal-clear and rich sound quality that you won't find anywhere else in this price range.
Argon Audio is a Scandinavian hifi brand that combines elegant aesthetics with advanced acoustic technologies, including their unique Anisotropic Torsion Stabiliser system for turntables and powerful compact speakers that deliver deep bass. Their products, from the versatile TT-4 turntable to the SOLO streaming box, stand out for delivering performance that exceeds expectations at their price points, particularly in terms of precision and dynamic range.
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Product Strengths
- Full-grown but slim floor-standing speaker with two five-inch bass/midrange units
- Significantly more bass capacity than the Forte A4
- Midrange reproduction is very nice, singing voices sound natural, and room reproduction is a pleasure to experience
- Has a very good ability to recreate the difference between an intimate club recording and a concert in a large hall
- Thoroughly digital and the only truly active speaker in the price range
Product Considerations
- A right/left switch on the active speaker would be nice
- Unpacking the speakers was difficult
- The sound can be a bit sharp, and the nuance could have been better
- The active electronics are located in the left speaker, so the living room has to be decorated around it
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Forte A55 keeps up the quality of the Forte A4 and has significantly more bass capacity
- The Forte A55 benefits from being thoroughly digital and the only truly active speaker in the price range, compared to the Dali Zensor 5 AX and Tangent Spectrum X6 BT Phono
Takeaway: The Argon Audio Forte A55 is a great value speaker that delivers good sound for larger living rooms with deeper bass and higher sound pressure. It is a real active two-way floor-standing speaker with a 4 x 80 watt amplifier and DSP correction.
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Argon Audio is a Scandinavian hifi brand that combines elegant aesthetics with advanced acoustic technologies, including their unique Anisotropic Torsion Stabiliser system for turntables and powerful compact speakers that deliver deep bass. Their products, from the versatile TT-4 turntable to the SOLO streaming box, stand out for delivering performance that exceeds expectations at their price points, particularly in terms of precision and dynamic range.
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Forte A55 WiFi
1363
/
Released
If you're a quality-conscious audiophile; then the FORTE A55 WIFI is the speaker for you. These marvels will provide you with the best, room-altering sound in the FORTE-series, along with unmatched ease of use. Perfect for large rooms with a tall ceiling – or if you just want the absolute best.
Argon Audio is a Scandinavian hifi brand that combines elegant aesthetics with advanced acoustic technologies, including their unique Anisotropic Torsion Stabiliser system for turntables and powerful compact speakers that deliver deep bass. Their products, from the versatile TT-4 turntable to the SOLO streaming box, stand out for delivering performance that exceeds expectations at their price points, particularly in terms of precision and dynamic range.
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Product Strengths
- Sound is hifi and they can play bass
- Significantly more bass capacity than the A4, suitable for larger living rooms
- Midrange reproduction is very nice, and singing voices sound natural
- Treble is well-resolved, and gives a bright and delicious sound image
- Practical and good, it makes economic and technical sense to have everything together on one plate, where all the inputs and outputs are located
Product Considerations
- The sound can be a bit sharp, and the nuance could have been better
- The active electronics are located in the left speaker, which must be in the left corner of the living room
- Handling the large and 26 kilo heavy cardboard box is a task for two people
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Forte A4: the Forte A55 keeps up the quality, but has significantly more capacity when it comes to the bass
Takeaway: The Argon Audio Forte A55 is a great value speaker with the same good sound that was characteristic of little brother Forte A4, only for larger living rooms and with the possibility of deeper bass and higher sound pressure. Being a truly active speaker in its price range makes it worth buying.
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Argon Audio is a Scandinavian hifi brand that combines elegant aesthetics with advanced acoustic technologies, including their unique Anisotropic Torsion Stabiliser system for turntables and powerful compact speakers that deliver deep bass. Their products, from the versatile TT-4 turntable to the SOLO streaming box, stand out for delivering performance that exceeds expectations at their price points, particularly in terms of precision and dynamic range.
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