Avantgarde speakers vs sound
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Setting up the UNO XD is simpler than it might first appear, especially with its built-in bass configuration modes that allow very fine low frequency tweaking to suit! Otherwise it's a case of firing the speakers along the length of the room you don't want to be 'looking' down the horn throats and then progressively toeing them in until you find the sweet spot.
Sonic Searchlight This is an unusual yet highly capable loudspeaker that is bound to impress those who hear it, in a number of different ways. Its standout characteristic is the insight that its two horn-loaded drive units give into a recording.
They're like twin searchlight beams shining bright and lighting everything up in front of them in great detail. Allied to this, a taut and solid bass underpins the entire performance while the cabinet seems sufficiently inert not to interfere with the most complex music at hand.
The result is that the UNO XD has tremendous speed, great detail and manages to make every type of music you throw at it sound full of life and energy. Despite this, it is never hard, overtly forward or brash as some less-sophisticated horn designs can be, and indeed it proves to be surprisingly even and well integrated taken as a whole.
It's certainly one of the less extreme horn speakers I have heard, and as a result one with the widest appeal. Another striking quality of this speaker is its super-precise midband and treble. Whatever else it does well — and it does much with great distinction — you always keep coming back to the sheer focus that the UNO XD provides. As a recording it's very much of its time — super dry and crisp with lots of detail. It's a great challenge for any hi-fi loudspeaker, because of the wall of distorted guitars that runs throughout the track, and the heavy compression.
Despite this, the speaker delivered a remarkably finely-etched sound, capturing every last strum of the backing guitar, and each rimshot and cymbal strike. Indeed instruments separated out from one another with great clarity, so one could hear a host of different things under that heavy, effects-laden backing guitar layer. This speaker practically unpacks the production before your very ears.
Speed And Definition What might only be described as 'transient speed' is another of its inherent qualities, so music is delivered to you at a great pace, giving a 'seat of the pants' sound that makes everything come alive. Not only this, but the UNO XD is very good at delivering the subtle dynamic accents that make music so much fun — and distinguish a good performance from a great one.
Grant Green's 'Ease Back' [Carryin' On; Blue Note TOCJ] was a fine showcase for this — it's a groovy slice of classic '60s jazz with some serious syncopation going on between the Hammond organ and the rhythm guitar, plus some wonderfully slippery drum work. This speaker ensured all elements of the music gelled brilliantly together, with a sense of 'interconnectedness' that made listening both easy and insightful.
While some speakers will damp down the excitement, going through the musical motions almost as if the band were being paid on an hourly basis, the UNO XD tracked the rhythmic twists and turns of this piece with ease. And while its midrange and treble sound especially fleet of foot, the bass is taut enough not to draw attention away from the rest of the proceedings. The ride cymbal sound was a joy, crisp and yet subtly resolved, and the rhythm guitar was disarming to behold, reminding us how fast hard-plucked strings can sound.
Low Life However, if it's a fat, sumptuous bottom end that you want, then look elsewhere. The UNO XD has a spritely bass performance, but one that's arguably less prodigious than you might expect given the helping hand of its inbuilt amps. Tayla's 'Timefields' [Various Artists' Earth 4; EARTH CD] possesses a strong bass line, noodling up and down throughout, as layer upon layer of percussion is added, and soft gliding keyboard sweeps wash around.
The bassline is key here, giving the track motion and purpose, but was slightly underwhelming via the UNO XD. Horn loudspeakers can sometimes be a little too directional, but this was less evident with the UNO XD. Indeed, when correctly positioned, its ability to throw out a wide and deep soundstage, over a decent listening area, was impressive. Although some big panel loudspeakers do better, this horn design made a fine fist of dissolving itself into the listening room and allowing the recording to develop confidently in three dimensions.
The chamber orchestra was well focused, with instruments realistically located to the sides and back of the room. Furthermore, the speaker gave a great account of the ambience of the recording venue itself. Its clarity meant the listener could discern right back to the rear of concert hall, giving a highly immersive sound that was a pleasure to hear. Most owners will find it easy to get the UNO XD working in any medium to large sized room, preferably via its high-level inputs, before enjoying its dizzying speed, superb dynamics and great detail.
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Setting up the UNO XD is simpler than it might first appear, especially with its built-in bass configuration modes that allow very fine low frequency tweaking to suit! Otherwise it's a case of firing the speakers along the length of the room you don't want to be 'looking' down the horn throats and then progressively toeing them in until you find the sweet spot. Sonic Searchlight This is an unusual yet highly capable loudspeaker that is bound to impress those who hear it, in a number of different ways. Its standout characteristic is the insight that its two horn-loaded drive units give into a recording. They're like twin searchlight beams shining bright and lighting everything up in front of them in great detail. Allied to this, a taut and solid bass underpins the entire performance while the cabinet seems sufficiently inert not to interfere with the most complex music at hand. The result is that the UNO XD has tremendous speed, great detail and manages to make every type of music you throw at it sound full of life and energy.
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The Avantgarde Acoustic only produces horn loudspeakers, based on the physical laws of Mother Nature. It is governed by the same principle of operation of the human ear: the funnel shaped opening horn type further extends the tiniest deviations of sound pressure. The horn is the most natural and powerful way to amplify sound waves. Furthermore, for a given driver size, they have an output sound up to 20 times greater. As a result, the audio signature is most lively, since the membrane only has to perform a fraction of the movement.
A Musical Life: Eric Van Spelde of Avantgarde Acoustic
Avantgarde Acoustic tried to bring back classic design lines by using a recessed spherical wave horn together with a new school casing which hides the digital components of these speakers: processors, digital to analogue converters, power amplifiers and loudspeakers. The luxurious audio setup is accompanied by a powerful bass woofer, with a dedicated watt amplifier. All you need to do now is to get in the mood for a party. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Widely regarded as one of the world's most influential luxury blogs, Luxatic. From the newest supercars, amazing yachts, luxury homes and exquisite watches, to high-end hotels and resorts from all over the world and the latest trends in technology and fashion. Do you want to be featured on Luxatic.
Avantgarde Acoustic Duo XD Review
TAB Visits But that powerful visual identity has been something of a double-edged sword, occasionally leading customers and commentators to dismiss the approach as a gimmick. That would be a mistake. Avantgarde was the brainchild of one Holger Fromme.
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A vantgarde loudspeakers belong to the most discussed ones every year during and after annual Audioshow held in Warsaw. Most likely there are no other speakers that are so commonly admired but in most cases this is just platonic love. Platonic only because there are very few audiophiles who can afford to buy these outstanding horn speakers. Only those with quite deep pockets buy them and hide them in their listening rooms to enjoy their company for the rest of their lives.
By Genre. I guess my role could be described as Avantgarde Acoustic brand ambassador in the Benelux. I put the audio menu together, install the lot, cue the records usually, and keep myself available for feedback. What were the personal inspirations that kick-started your interest in the audio hardware field? I started seriously buying records when I was fifteen, sixteen years old, and going to concerts U2, Simple Minds, New Order — showing my age there! As a college student, back in those early-to-mid s, of course, the first thing to do with ones allowance was to buy hifi. In your opinion, which are the key characteristics and qualities that define truly excellent sound?
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