Quite simply finding the path back to top-quality high-fidelity sound production which is affordable.
A long, yet simple story, filled with patience and the unexpected.
We decided to go for high-output and broadband loudspeakers which offer unrivalled scope and finesse in terms of timbre. Because this is the only option to reproduce a recording without stifling the full sound spectrum. High output substantially cuts down on harmonic distortion, especially at the peak value, as low power is required for the amplifier.
We decided to go for high-output and broadband loudspeakers which offer unrivalled scope and finesse in terms of timbre. Because this is the only option to reproduce a recording without stifling the full sound spectrum. High output substantially cuts down on harmonic distortion, especially at the peak value, as low power is required for the amplifier.
It is also an energy-saving option consuming much less power than conventional systems. Listening 2 metres from the speaker in a semi-reverberating room usually requires 25 Watts at the amplifier for a common 86 dB/1W/1m speaker, against just 3 Watts for a 95 dB/1W/1m loudspeaker, with an output similar to ours, but with the same benchmark sound volume of 102 DB.
The broadband loudspeaker offers a number of additional features such as single source, absence of cut-off filters and no sound colouring. The clarity and high dynamics of high-output loudspeakers can, however, sometimes be translated into an over-analytical sound which is detrimental to the overall coherence, as everything depends on the quality of the practical installation of the loudspeaker, which remains a demanding and delicate task. That was what we worked on next.
The broadband loudspeaker offers a number of additional features such as single source, absence of cut-off filters and no sound colouring. The clarity and high dynamics of high-output loudspeakers can, however, sometimes be translated into an over-analytical sound which is detrimental to the overall coherence, as everything depends on the quality of the practical installation of the loudspeaker, which remains a demanding and delicate task. That was what we worked on next.
We selected the range of the French manufacturer Supravox, which brought us into close contact with Guy le Cornec, the man who revamped the brand. And so began a beautiful, human adventure together. We would like to pay homage to him here.
The new system stems from a revelation: a cylindrical box is much more effective than conventional assemblies such as bass reflex, TQWT and RJ, in that it offers an incomparable three-dimensional presence. Moreover, the integration of a second, passive loudspeaker under the base of the woofer liberates the dynamics of the main speaker while intensifying the bass range. The way was clear - all that needed to be done now was to pin down the specific constraints of a cylindrical assembly.
The new system stems from a revelation: a cylindrical box is much more effective than conventional assemblies such as bass reflex, TQWT and RJ, in that it offers an incomparable three-dimensional presence. Moreover, the integration of a second, passive loudspeaker under the base of the woofer liberates the dynamics of the main speaker while intensifying the bass range. The way was clear - all that needed to be done now was to pin down the specific constraints of a cylindrical assembly.
The coupling between the active and passive loudspeakers required several modifications to the loudspeaker design and a number of adjustments to find the right sound, achieved thanks to the efforts of Guy and his team.
Different parts of the speaker and the manufacturing process were developed in parallel. The support was carefully adjusted to develop the full potential of the passive speaker and be free of any ground interference. The cabinet supporting the main loudspeaker and the cylinder were tested on an accelerometer to guarantee the absence of distortion and ensure the unit withstands the test of time. And we listened again and again so many times, patiently discussing the finer details to attain the final touch that crowns this productive teamwork.
Different parts of the speaker and the manufacturing process were developed in parallel. The support was carefully adjusted to develop the full potential of the passive speaker and be free of any ground interference. The cabinet supporting the main loudspeaker and the cylinder were tested on an accelerometer to guarantee the absence of distortion and ensure the unit withstands the test of time. And we listened again and again so many times, patiently discussing the finer details to attain the final touch that crowns this productive teamwork.
Grateful thanks to our long-standing partners to whom we owe so much.
Guy le Cornec and now his son Yann, Supravox Sàrl Blere www.supravox.fr
Michel Conrad, MT éléctro Barr www.mtelectro.com
Michel Bonjean, ATA SARL Strasbourg
Heinz Ebert, Atelier Clauss Sàrl, Illkirch
Mr Truchel, PAE Sàrl, Wittisheim
Guy le Cornec and now his son Yann, Supravox Sàrl Blere www.supravox.fr
Michel Conrad, MT éléctro Barr www.mtelectro.com
Michel Bonjean, ATA SARL Strasbourg
Heinz Ebert, Atelier Clauss Sàrl, Illkirch
Mr Truchel, PAE Sàrl, Wittisheim