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When it came to designing the Series 2, every angle and curve was scrutinized, every structural element was considered, each of the metal components, large and small, were carefully examined for possible improvements. Nearly everything in the Alexia has been reworked for the Series 2 with an eye toward more elegantly following the underlying technological function responsible for the Alexia’s intrinsic musical rightness.
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3010 Preamplifier
The 3000 Series has become synonymous with the ultimate in sound quality; a level of performance reserved for only the finest audio systems in the world. But traditional thought says that the more features and functions added to a preamplifier, the more of an effect they have on sound, right?
Once again, Boulder’s engineers have proven traditional wisdom wrong and achieved something very special. The 3010 is easily the greatest preamplifier in the history of the company. It’s also the most flexible preamp we’ve ever designed.
・Matched, dual-phase 993SD gain stage improves thermal tracking and optimizes ground
・Variable Blend control allows recordings with hard-panned images or mono LPs played with stereo cartridges to create a stable center image
・Ethernet connection downloads future software updates and connects to IP-based home control systems
・Three balanced outputs can be operated independently for multiple zones or together for bi- or tri-amplification
・Boulder’s own fully-balanced volume control significantly reduces distortion and step noise
・Programmable Soft mode temporarily reduces output to levels suitable for conversation
・Independent, real-time controls to adjust gain on all active inputs and outputs
・Separate enclosures for left and right analog sections keep all control and power circuitry from affecting sound
・Large, full-color, 14.9-inch (38 cm) LCD display clearly indicates all controls, settings, and audio paths
・Network browser control of all preamplifier functions
・Separate power supply chassis with individual supplies for left channel, right channel, preamp control, and low-power Standby mode
・HTML page to program setup preferences, input and output options, and custom input and output names
・Programmable Theater Mode enables seamless use in home cinema systems
・OpenHome compatibility for use in network controlled and distributed home A/V systems
・Low power consumption Standby mode is compatible with all energy efficiency requirements
Specs
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WilsonBenesh : Geometry Series Resolution Loudspeaker
Official Launch: Munich HIGH END, 18-21 May 2017, Room E223, Atrium 4.2
USA Launch: Los Angeles Audio Show, 2-4 June 2017, Room 424
Introducing Resolution Floorstanding Loudspeakers: Designed for the Ultimate Listening Experience
Resolution is the latest loudspeaker from the Wilson Benesch loudspeaker line ‘Geometry Series’. Designed and engineered at the Wilson Benesch manufacturing facility in England. Resolution incorporates the company’s state-of-the-art drive technology in a unique high-tech enclosure, formed from a carbon fibre composite monocoque and precision machined metal-alloy components. Market leader in execution, time and phase coherence, signal-noise ratio and ultimate high fidelity audio performance.
Aesthetic Execution
The Geometry Series has been developed using advanced Dassault 3D CAD/CAM systems, used exclusively within the development of formula one and aerospace technologies. In these industries, uncompromising design and ultimate performance are axiomatic and appreciated by the untrained eye. The Resolution is no different, its form follows function, giving rise to the curved, sculptured forms seen in the carbon fibre top or the curved composite enclosure. These forms increase the enclosure stiffness and reduce the incidence of standing waves in the listening environment, giving rise to the most inert and inaudible loudspeaker cabinet in the industry. As a result the Resolution disappears, stealth like, within the listening room leaving only you and the music.
“The Resolution is a striking, elegant addition to our reference line, taking its place between the reference floorstanding and standmount loudspeakers that continue to achieve exceptional commercial success. This success, puts Wilson Benesch in the enviable position of launching the Resolution at this years Munich HIGH END alongside leading electronics designers in the shape of CH Precision and Ypsilon.” – Christina Milnes, Managing Director
Geometry Series Resolution Loudspeaker finished in Burr Walnut Gloss
Advanced Composite Technology
Recognised as the pioneer and leader in the use of carbon fibre composites in loudspeaker and turntable design, Wilson Benesch have three-decades of expertise in the field. Combining complex geometry and component design with carbon composite – metal alloy materials, provides the Wilson Benesch team with a number of advantages. Principally, the enclosure is one of the stiffest, most highly damped loudspeaker enclosures ever created. Additionally, carbon fibre enabled Wilson Benesch to design an enclosure with complete absence of internal bracing, affording the drive technology in its chassis, unrivalled control. The Resolution is powerful and dynamic, yet composed, uncluttered and aesthetically beautiful.
Geometry Series Resolution Loudspeaker top moulded from Carbon Fibre
Advanced Acoustic Design
Resolution, is equipped with the latest Wilson Benesch drive technologies, that have been designed, developed and manufactured by the company’s design team. Both the Tactic-II dynamic drive unit and the Semisphere Tweeter are built using powerful NdFeb magnets. The magnets are assembled within highly engineered, low-profile alloy structures designed to extract maximum power from the exotic magnets.
Wilson Benesch utilise Isotactic Polypropylene in the Tactic-II and a Silk-Carbon hybrid dome in the Semisphere. The choice of materials within the membrane of the drive technology is critical to the character of the Resolution, providing an intelligently considered balance of stiffness and damping characteristics. The Resolution is capable of producing a wide bandwidth frequency response from 30Hz to 30kHz, whilst remaining transparent and integrated across the band, suspending belief and allowing the listener to disappear within a wide-open soundscape.
“Resolution exists within the rarefied environment at the upper echelons of high-end audio, where in order to push the boundaries of performance to a new level every single element in the design and execution of a product must be optimised. The Resolution is another bold statement that underlines the design philosophy at Wilson Benesch. Achieving the ultimate in high-fidelity sound reproduction, whilst creating a product design that is entirely unique in the marketplace.” – Craig Milnes, Design Director
You and the Music
With a complement of 12 Tactic-II dynamic drive units and 2 Semisphere Tweeters per pair, the Resolution is a complex loudspeaker design. Within this complexity exists order and harmony in the drive unit topology. In the midrange and high frequency, Wilson Benesch place an upper and lower midrange drive unit either side of the Semisphere Tweeter in an arrangement known as the Troika System, delivering perfect time and phase coherence.
Bass is delivered by 4 Tactic-II dynamic drive units forming 2 clamshell Isobaric Drive Systems. The execution of the Isobaric Drive System in the Resolution is striking. It is indicative of the function of this powerful system in the creation of low frequency sound, providing the listener with all the excitement and physical impact expected of a low frequency signal.
Geometry Series Resolution Loudspeaker Isobaric Drive System
Engineered For You
Every Geometry Series loudspeaker is handmade to order. The sculptured carbon fibre top and carbon fibre enclosure combines with an aerospace Silk Black baffle and foot. The Resolution can be engineered, with a range of bespoke high gloss polymers, stunning natural wood veneers and P1 coloured carbon fibre finishes to give the loudspeaker an identity unique to its owner.
Geometry Series Resolution Loudspeaker launches at Munich HIGH END in May and Los Angeles Audio Show in June
Specifications
Sensitivity: 90dB
Impedance: 6 Ohms Nom. / 3 Ohms. Min
Frequency Response: 30Hz – 30kHz
Dimensions: 159cm (60”) H x 52cm (20.5”) W x 54.7cm (21.5”) D
Weight: 90kg / 198.4 lbs
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Dream DAC
MPD-8 Playback Designs Digital Analog Converter
DAC with integrated volume control
Up to 384kHz PCM and up to 11.2MHz DSD
USB I/O, AES, Coax, TosLink, PLink I/O
Balanced and unbalanced analog outputs
digitally driven, analog volume control
double Differential discrete DAC
double Differential ultra high end analog stages per channel
three regulated analog power supplies with three transformers
Software upgradeable by end user
Recording software for file creation on computer
Easy and intuitive remote control via iPad or Android
Dream Transport
MPT-8 Playback Designs Transport
Integrated Transport, Music Server
Connects directly to MPD-8 (or any other Playback Designs DAC) via PLink
Connects to any other DAC via AES
Special designed high end SACD/CD transport
optional built-in Syrah server with 2TB SSD storage
Easy and intuitive remote control via iPad or Android
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国内ニュース速報 [Japan]
ついに、YG Acoustics Sonja XV(Jr) が国内導入されました。
このスピーカー、異次元の音です。
音を一言で表すとしたら「すべてにおいて完璧」。
人類はスピーカー史上初めて「完璧」な音がする製品を手に入れたと言っても過言ではないほど、そして、おそらく現在のスピーカーの仕組みでこの製品を超える音を作ることはもう難しいのではないか、そう思わせるほどの奇跡的な出来栄えです。
解像度が～とか、定位が～とか、レンジが～とか、透明度が～とか、高域が～・低域が～とか、音の厚みが～とかとか、とにかく今までオーディオで語られてきた表現、全てにおいて最高にして完璧。逆にそんなことを語るのが無駄に思えてしまうほど。
これだけのユニットがあると音がバラバラなのでは？との心配は、フルレンジ１発でなっているような音。
こんな大型だと、部屋やアンプなどを選ぶのでは？との心配は、どんな部屋でも、どんなアンプでもかなり高いレベルで鳴らせてしまうだろうと。
オーディオ人生で１度出会えるかどうかの製品です。
絶対、試聴をおすすめします。今までのオーディオの概念がきっと変わります。
＞＞＞展示店舗 SIS
http://sisaudio.blogspot.jp/2017/04/yg-acousticssonja-xv-jr.html
＞＞＞製品情報：AccA inc
http://www.accainc.jp/201612%20Sonja%20XV.pdf
