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Specifications
- Potential peak power: 280 + 45 W
- Continuous max SPL@1m: 104 dB
- Short term max. SPL@1m: 108 dB
- Peak max. SPL@1m: 117 dB
- Signal to noise ratio (S/N): 96 dBA
- Bandwidth at -6dB: 53-23,000 Hz
- SPL tolerances: ±2.0 dB
- Phase tolerances: ± 45 (300 Hz – 20 kHz) deg
- Dispersion (H x V): 80 x 40 deg
- System: 2 ways
- Crossover frequency: 1800 Hz
- Woofer ext. diam.: 147 (2x) mm (5.8 (2x) in)
- W. diaphragm diam.: 104 (2x) mm (4.1 (2x) in)
- Tweeter ext. dim.: 100 mm (3.9 in)
- T. diaphragm diam.: 27 mm (1.06 in)
- Dimensions W x H x D: 166 x 446 x 200 mm (6.6 x 17.6 x 7.9 in)
- Net Weight: 10.5 Kg (23.1 lbs)
- Input connector: 1 x XLR F / 3P
- Warranty: 5 (+1) years
Description
The A214-M is designed as the ideal centre speaker for surround systems. Its incredible power is optimised to satisfy the requirements of post-production and film mixing suites.
The A214-M is designed as the ideal centre speaker for surround systems. Its incredible power is optimised to satisfy the requirements of post-production and film mixing suites. The 214-M was developed to be a compact central speaker with sound pressure maximized more than bandwidth. A tweeter and 2 woofers in D’Appolito configuration in an extremely compact cabinet but capable of astonishing sound pressure levels. The A214-M is primarily designed as a centre speaker for surround systems. Its power is optimized to satisfy the requirements of post-production and film mixing suites. The small cabinet allows it to be used in surround systems where space is and issue such as below a screen.
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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:
- PSI Audio's speaker designs are hand-crafted in Switzerland, combining traditional techniques with modern technology.
- They developed proprietary technologies like Adaptive Output Impedance (AOI) and Compensated Phase Response (CPR) to ensure accurate transient reproduction and phase coherence, resulting in a highly detailed and truthful sound.
- The brand maintains a consistent voicing across its entire product line, ensuring that any model can be seamlessly integrated into a monitoring setup.
- PSI Audio utilizes a unique Class G amplifier topology in many of their models, providing the linearity of Class A/B with the efficiency of Class D amplifiers, resulting in powerful and controlled sound reproduction.
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AVAA C20
- Positioning: An analog active bass trap in PSI Audio's lineup, offering a straightforward solution for room mode issues.
- Description: Reduces resonance time of room modes by up to 50% without needing calibration. Unlike the digital AVAA C214, uses 100% analog technology, providing zero latency processing. It is highly portable and can be used in various environments, from home studios to professional settings, offering a cost-effective solution for those who do not require digital control features.
AVAA C214
- Positioning: A digital active bass trap, representing a more advanced option in PSI Audio's lineup with enhanced control features.
- Description: Features digital capabilities, allowing remote control via an app, which is a significant upgrade over the analog C20. It offers a larger absorption surface area, 45 times its size, compared to the C20's 25 times, making it suitable for users seeking high performance in larger or more complex acoustic environments.
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Founding Year
1988
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PSI Audio is a Swiss hifi brand that builds all their speakers and acoustic devices without using DSP, focusing instead on pure analog technology to deliver accurate sound reproduction. Their standout product is the AVAA C20, a revolutionary active bass trap that eliminates low-frequency noise by creating a "black hole" effect for resonant frequencies, requiring much less space than traditional acoustic treatments while being effective across diverse environments from recording studios to subway stations.
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