 | • Pro AcProAc Reference 8 Signature Mahagony-NEW ACTIONThe Tablette Reference
Eight, launched in 2001, has proved a hugely successful restatement of
the original Tablette design of 1979. Reborn in its earliest cabinet
configuration but housing far more technically refined and powerful
drive units, it produces a scale and quality of sound unimaginable over
two decades ago. Now however, this enduring design scales new heights
with the Reference Eight Signature.
At the heart of this major leap forward is a remarkable new
bass/midrange driver. Four times as expensive as the standard unit used
in the Reference Eight, this new driver incorporates a neodymium bar
magnet, copper rings and a copper phase plug. These components add up
to vastly improved performance, with even greater linearity and lower
distortion. The bass is more excitingly dynamic and the midrange
considerably more open. Loading is by small twin reflex ports which
reduce unwanted colouration.
A high quality crossover network is
coupled directly to the terminals to eradicate any deterioration in the
signal paths. This redesigned board incorporates a larger bass inductor
than the original Tablette and gives higher output with lower
distortion. The crossover knits the midrange seamlessly to the output
of the completely new tweeter, a sophisticated 1" soft dome unit with a
large surround which produces an exceptionally flat response,
outstanding smoothness and fine detail.
The cabinet itself is
made from costly marine birch ply which is critically damped and tuned
with high grade acoustic material. As ever with ProAc loudspeakers, the
Reference Eight Signatures are completed by exquisite real wood veneer,
but in keeping with their exclusivity are only available in the most
exotic finishes.
The Tablette Reference Eight Signature is a
definitive monitor level design. The remarkably flat frequency response
is characterised by a smooth, natural and detailed output delivered
with a surprising level of power, weight and scale. This diminutive
powerhouse can be placed on shelves or ledges, but for true highend
listening is best mounted on heavy rigid stands.
•Features: Nominal Impedance
| 8 ohms | Recommended Amplifiers | 10 to 100 watts | Frequency Response
| 38hz to 30Khz | Sensitivity | 86db linear for 1 watt at 1 metre | | Bass/Midrange | 4 1/2" long throw cone design with linear low distortion motor system, neodymium bar magnet, copper rings and phase plug. ProAc diecast chassis. | | Tweeter | 1" soft silk dome exclusive to ProAc with special surround and inner chamber
| | Crossover | Finest components on dedicated circuit board. Multistrand oxygen-free cable throughout. Split for optional bi-wiring and bi-amping. | Dimensions (HxWxD)
| 266x152x228 mm
| Mode
| Stand/Shelf mounting | Grille
| Acoustically transparent crimplene | | Finish | Available in the following real wood veneers: Ebony, Maple, Bird\s Eye Maple, Cherry, Black Ash and Mahogany.
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| RECOMMENDED PRICE€ 1040 REAL PRICE€ 720 |