People who understand that dynamics are the heart and soul of music know that horns have no equal in this regard, and Avantgarde does horns better than anyone. The competition to see who can build the best loudspeaker is over for the forseeable future.
The Avantgarde Trio compact "Omega" shares the same technology and quality with it's brother, the Classic, yet in a more compact form. All three spherical horns are mounted into circular housing tubes. A three pillar steel tube frame is used to support the horns on lateral fixtures with the standard version fo the TRIO. The horn alignment is a functional straight line and demonstrates visual integrity. Due to this compact design, the satellite only has a width of 37". As with all Avantgarde horns, the TRIO can be supplied in a range of colors, or you can specify a custom color.
"There is no loudspeaker on the planet with better dynamic range and scaling than the Avantgarde TRIOS....these things sound a great deal like electrostats--the same speed, nuance, clarity, gorgeous color, and top-to-bottom liveliness. Only the Trios have balls like no electrostat (or no other speaker, period) does; tremendous dynamic clout and range, tremendous delicacy and detail. coupled with an openness and freedom from colorations unique to horn loaded loudspeakers...they are something of a bargain for well-heeled High Enders searching for the best of the best....you cannot buy a loudspeaker that gives you more 'in the room' presence" Jon Valin The Absolute Sound.
AVANTGARDE DUO PRIMO
The Duo Primo is a combination of design elements of the TRIO/BASSHORN and the DUO system. It is best thought of as something near the performance of a TRIO/BASSHORN system which can fit into the space occupied by the DUO. It is also the first fully horn loaded single box speaker by Avantgarde Acoustic. Dimensions: Approx 72"H x 27"W x 26"D New DUO Omega drivers with 18 Ohm impedance 105 dB efficiency New patented crossover circuitry with 1 volt current bias to dynamically bias the high frequencies. Each loudspeaker consists of 2 horn bass modules for easy handling and set-up. Fully ADRIC controlled horn bass for balanced bass reproduction Built in 1kW power amplifiers per loudspeaker Cosmetic design by Hannes Wettstein and Tobias Adami, ZED Switzerland
AVANTGARDE DUO
The DUO combines all of Avantgarde Acoustic's technological and creative potential, resulting in a most sophisticated two way horn system. With it's enlarged midrange horn, a driver system of exclusive quality and precise integration of all components, this system offers unrivalled performance across the sound spectrum, and is the company's biggest seller. Already today the DUO is considered a "classic" loudspeaker design. Those who have heard the fortissimo of an orchestral recording, the sound of a human voice, or the natural faithfulness of a solo instrument played on this system will know what we mean. "Simply the best I have ever heard in my domestic system, nothing else has come close to recreating the power and finesse of a full organ, or bringing a full orchestra into the living room, and conveying the emotion of a solo performance" Chris Beeching Audio Quarterly UK
Other available variations on the Duo theme are the Duo Omega, the Duo Grosso, the Duo Mezzo, and the Duo Primo noted above. All are distinct and different models and all are truly exceptional. Additional details can be found at the factory site, www.avantgarde-acoustic.de.
While at the factory site, also take the time to look at the information on the Uno Nano and the Uno Picco which give a substantial slice of the Avantgarde hornspeaker magic in a smaller size.
AVANTGARDE UNO
If you are looking for a high quality entry into the world of the sperical horn, the UNO is just right.
With a height of just 57", the UNO can be placed even in small rooms and offers what a normal loudspeaker does not have: 100% emotion. But do not underestimate the quality in spite of its compact size. With an efficiency rating of 100 dB, the UNO is a rocket among the conventional louspeaker systems. And this amount of high efficiency and great dynamics means better soundstaging, more detail, more fun.
Acoustically and visually, a masterpiece.
"The most open and uncolored hornspeakers give lie to the critics, and provide an overwhelming listening experience. A magical transducer which demonstrates all of the fascinating qualities of big horn systems most impressively" Udo Ratai Image HiFi Germany
AVANTGARDE SOLO
The Solo is a spherical horn design offering unprecedented performance for its size and price.
The Solo is designed around a new custom made 12" dual concentric driver, mounted to short spherical horn flares for the bass and treble unit. The driver is mounted in a specially moulded cabinet with a 250 Watt amplifier and active crossover built into the back of the speaker. Thanks to it's active design, and some very innovative thinking, the bass frequencies extend down to 30Hz, which makes this model ideal as a high quality stereo monitor as well as a killer complement to a pair of Unos or Duos for a home theater system.
Peter Moncrief of International Audio Review has said of the Solos: "mind blowing sonics...equal or surpass the sonic capabilities (including dynamics) of most huge tower speakers that sell for $20,000 or more...excellent value."
Frequency response: 30-20,000 Hz Crossover frequencies: 2000 Hz 6db/Octave slope
The Avantgarde Acoustic line of loudspeakers and electronics is too large to cover here, and offers many more options than those summarily covered on our site. Also on offer are BASSHORNS, the new UNO NANO, and UNO PICCO, and DUO MEZZO and DUO GROSSO and DUO OMEGA and an entire range of matched electronics. Please take the time to visit the extensive German Avantgarde web sites at www.avantgarde-acoustic.de for the massive amounts of technical information to be found therein.
Avantgarde Acoustic Hornspeakers are not inexpensive, but they do represent a bargain in that they are not bettered by any other speaker for equal or less cost. As someone once said, "When something sounds this good, how can you not afford it?"
