R Series Specifications

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THE R-SERIES ARRETÉ AMT TWEETER
The best we have ever made. Now sporting an Integrator
Acoustic Lens, which improves dispersion, impulse response
and integration with the midrange driver. In combination
with our SEC treble concept, It assists to deliver a wider,
deeper, higher and more natural soundstage loaded with
details.
CARBON FIBER TERMINAL PLATE
On the Arreté models, the binding posts are mounted
on a carbon fiber terminal plate, because carbon fiber
eliminates interaction with the crossover components
mounted behind it for direct connection. The result
is a clearer sound.
AUDIOVECTOR CARBON DRIVERS
By using a new high-tech membrane consisting of cross
woven carbon fibers sandwiched with artificial wood resin,
the new membranes are the foundation of more dynamic,
more detailed sound from the new R-series titanium voice
coil drive units.
SEC SOUNDSTAGE ENHANCEMENT CONCEPT
A technology, which makes it possible to improve
dispersion, lower compression and create a huge
soundstage in all three dimensions. This technology
was developed by Audiovector to create a more natural
and articulate performance.
FREEDOM GROUNDING
®
This proprietary Audiovector technology eliminates
motional feedback distortion in the baskets of the drive
units and allows for more detail, more accuracy. In short:
A more authentic musical experience. A dedicated
separate crossover tailors the feedback signals to
perfection and route them to the ground pin in the wall
or the mains distributor.
A SOLID PLINTH WITH IMPROVED AIRFLOW
All R-series speakers use a tilted plinth. This way we avoid
standing waves in the cabinets and this way we have
improved the elegant looks of our speakers. We have
put them on high heels, so to speak. The plinths have a
built-in steel spring holding the spikes in order to rid the
speakers from the mass of the floor. The result is a more
articulate and correct sound
NEW R-SERIES TECHNOLOGIES
AUDIOVECTOR UNIQUE CONCEPTS
INDIVIDUAL UPGRADE CONCEPT
A technology which gives you the option to upgrade
your speakers whenever you want. You can upgrade to
a higher level or if your loudspeakers are replaced with
a new improved model. This means that all Audiovector
speakers are future proof.
LOW COMPRESSION CONCEPT
A technology which allows the membranes of the drivers
to move freely under all kinds of demanding conditions.
This means that your Audiovector speakers will stay
faithful to whatever signal they are fed – no matter how
loud and complicated the material.
SOUNDSTAGE ENHANCEMENT CONCEPT
This concept allows you to choose where you want to be
positioned when you listen. This technology means the
soundstage stays intact, wherever you are positioned.
The sound fills a room in an incredible manner, giving the
listener a realistic “live sound” experience.
NO ENERGY STORAGE
Drive units sound best if they do not have to ‘carry’ the
weight of the speaker cabinet to which they are fixed.
This is a question of transient response. Inspired by the
solutions from the Audiovector R 11 Arreté, we have
managed to use the NES concept to achieve an even
higher level of realism and open soundstage from our
speakers.
FREEDOM
®
GROUNDING CONCEPT
Audiovector Freedom is a revolutionary grounding
technology, which addresses the movement induced
distortion of and between the drive units in a loudspeaker.
The currencies running between the chassis are being
processed and dealt with through a new separate crossover,
which routes the signal to the ground terminal of your
wall socket or your grounded mains distributor.
NCS MOLECULAR REALIGNMENT
Natural Crystal Structure is one of the many invisible
technological improvementss of our Arreté models.
By freezing components down to -238° C, the copper
molecules realign themselves to their natural positions
and will therefore reduce resistance. The result is a clear
and more detailed sound quality.
R 8
ARRETÉ
R 6
SIGNATURE
R 6
AVANTGARDE
R 6
ARRETÉ
R 3
SIGNATURE
R 3
AVANTGARDE
R 3
ARRETÉ
R 1
SIGNATURE
R 1
AVANTGARDE
R 1
ARRETÉ
R SUB
ARRETÉ
R C
SIGNATURE
R C
AVANTGARDE
R C
ARRETÉ
INWALL/INCEILING
& ONWALL
SIGNATURE
INWALL/INCEILING
& ONWALL
AVANTGARDE
INWALL/INCEILING
& ONWALL
ARRETÉ
Frequency response 22 Hz - 52 kHz 28 Hz - 26 kHz 26 Hz - 52 kHz 23 Hz - 52 kHz 26 Hz - 28 kHz 25 Hz - 53 kHz 23 Hz - 53 kHz 42 Hz - 28 kHz 40 Hz - 53kHz 38 Hz - 53 kHz 18-180 Hz variable 46 Hz - 28 kHz 44 Hz - 53 kHz 42 Hz - 53 kHz 54 Hz - 26 kHz 54 Hz - 52 kHz 50 Hz - 52 kHz
Sensitivity 92,5 dB/W/m 92,5 dB/W/m 91,5 dB/W/m 91,5 dB/W/m 91 dB/W/m 90.5 dB/W/m 90.5 dB/W/m 87 dB/W 87 dB/W 87 dB/W 91.5 dB 91.5 dB 91.5 dB/W 88 dB 88 dB 88 dB
Impedance 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 5 Ohms 5 Ohms 5 Ohms
Power handling 500 W 450 W 450 W 450 W 275 W 300 W
350 W 160 W 180 W 200 W 240 W 275 W 300 W 150 W 180 W 200 W
X-over frequencies 100/250/3000 Hz 100/350/3000 Hz 100/350/3000 Hz 100/350/3000 Hz 230/3100 Hz 280/3000 Hz 320/2900 Hz 3100 Hz 3000 Hz 2900 Hz 3100 Hz 3000 Hz 2900 Hz 800/3000 Hz 800/3000 Hz 800/3000 Hz
Principle 5-way 3.5-way 3.5-way 4.5-way 2.5-way 2.5-way 2.5-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way
Bass system
8+6,5” Isobaric
Bass System
8+6,5” Isobaric
Bass System
8+6,5” Isobaric
Bass System
8+6,5” Isobaric
Bass System
Floor Bass Reflex Floor Bass Reflex Floor Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex ABR Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Bass/mid drivers 6.5“ Carbon 6.5“ Carbon 6.5“ Carbon 6.5“ Carbon 6.5” Carbon 6.5” Carbon 6.5“ Carbon 6.5” Carbon 6.5” Carbon 6.5” Carbon
10” Long Throw HD
+ 10” Long Throw
Carbon drivers
6.5” Carbon 6.5” Carbon 6.5” Carbon 5 “Carbon 5 “Carbon 5 “Carbon
Rear Firing midrange driver 4” 3”
Treble driver R 8 AMT Quasi R Evotech R AMT R AMT Arreté R Evotech R AMT R AMT Arreté R Evotech R AMT R AMT Arreté R Evotech R AMT R AMT Arreté R Evotech R AMT R AMT Arreté
Dimensions cm (footprint)
Height/Width/Depth
144,2 x 32,7 x 53,3 123,4 x 27,8 x 43,1 123,4 x 27,8 x 43,1 123,4 x 27,8 x 43,1 103,4 x 23 x 36 103,4 x 23 x 36 103,4 x 23 x 36 37 x 19,6 x 29 37 x 19,6 x 29 37 x 19,6 x 29 39,1 x 38,4 x 37,6 23,2 x 52,5 x 28,9 23,2 x 52,5 x 28,9 23,2 x 52,5 x 28,9 43 x 23 x 8.9 43 x 23 x 8.9 43 x 23 x 8,9
FGC Freedom
®
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NCS Natural Crystal Structure
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NES No Energy Storage
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Internal Shock Absorbers
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Amplifier Power 400 W A/B
Phase +/- 180 degrees
Inputs
Line phono + hi-level
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