Sound Dynamics R 616 Floor standing speakers
Sound Dynamics R 616 Floor standing speakers

The Sound Dynamics R 616 is a three-way bass-reflex loudspeaker system with two output ports, one located on the front panel and one on the rear wall, which should be considered when positioning the system (there should be free space between the rear panel and the listening room wall). Diameter of the...
Pioneer XR-170C Mini stereo system
Pioneer XR-170C Mini stereo system

If you are annoyed by the color flickering on the displays and want something calm and neat, take a closer look at this mini-system. It does not shine with all sorts of bells and whistles, but captivates with ease of management and clear decisions; besides, there is everything that is necessary for a...
Epos M12 Bookshelf speakers
Epos M12 Bookshelf speakers

One of the basic principles of designing acoustic systems - the utmost simplicity of crossover filters - is also implemented in the M12 shelf speaker. The signal entering the input terminals of the mid-low frequency driver is not filtered at all. Thus, the entire frequency response of the lower subrange...
Castle Kendal Floor standing speakers
Castle Kendal Floor standing speakers

Many of those who are well acquainted with the products of the British Castle Acoustics, I think, will easily agree with the statement that one of the distinguishing features of the acoustic systems manufactured by the company is the constantly felt and somewhere even emphasized concern for the quality...
Epos M22i Floor standing speakers
Epos M22i Floor standing speakers

The Epos M22i speakers are quite tiny, but in this case, small size does not mean small sound. The same mid- and low-frequency drivers with polypropylene cones and molded chassis are capable of withstanding significant long-term loads, and paired with these speakers, the company recommends using a fairly...
Audio Pro Black Pearl v.2 Bookshelf speakers
Audio Pro Black Pearl v.2 Bookshelf speakers

Formally, the "version 2" loudspeakers from Audio Pro belong to the Image series. But the main difference between the model is not in the finish and not even in the name, but in the drivers. The Black Pearl has a fundamentally different tweeter. Due to the use of a neodymium magnet and a two-chamber...
Yamaha NS-9002 Floor standing speakers
Yamaha NS-9002 Floor standing speakers

The NS-9002 is part of the HT series - home theater speakers. However, despite its solid appearance, it occupies a junior position among the floorstanders in this series. The loudspeaker is made according to a three-way scheme, where one driver is assigned to each band. The bass-reflex horn is quite...
Yamaha CDX-590 CD-player
Yamaha CDX-590 CD-player

On the Yamaha CDX-590 CD player, you can adjust the headphone volume with a linear scale on the meter, but the level at the line output also changes. On the one hand, this can be an inconvenience, since after listening to headphones, an additional level setting will be required. On the other hand, it...
Yamaha RX-V540RDS AV-receiver
Yamaha RX-V540RDS AV-receiver

The front panel of the latest Yamaha units is clearly divided by two triangular grooves into operating areas, making it easy to find the right control. The initial setup of the Yamaha RX-V540RDS receiver is made only from the remote control according to the indications of the fluorescent display (there...
Yamaha RX-V390RDS AV-receiver
Yamaha RX-V390RDS AV-receiver

The receiver has a classic design, simple control, VHF and MW bands, allows you to connect three audio and two video signal sources. The preamplifier has a center channel output for connection to an additional power amplifier. The tuner is equipped with an RDS system with the following set of functions:...
Acoustic Energy AE120 Floor standing speakers
Acoustic Energy AE120 Floor standing speakers

Launched at the end of last year, the AE120 floorstanding loudspeakers have become the oldest model in the line, ahead of the previous flagship AE109 in all respects. Although externally, the novelty undoubtedly betrays its belonging to Acoustic Energy products - it has an impeccably tailored high body...
Canton Vento 890 DC Floor standing speakers
Canton Vento 890 DC Floor standing speakers

In front of me are floorstanding speakers of a classic three-way design, where two woofers work at once on the bass. The traditional Canton tweeter with an aluminum-manganese alloy dome is loaded onto a small horn and covered with a neat metal mesh. At the top of the Vento 890 DC is an 18 cm midrange...
Davis Acoustics Club 17 Floor standing speakers
Davis Acoustics Club 17 Floor standing speakers

The Davis Acoustics Club 17 is a French three-way bass-reflex speaker system. The loudspeaker is equipped with three drivers. Judging by the appearance, a 200 mm driver located at the bottom of the front panel sounds a purely low-frequency region, and a 170 mm driver placed on top serves both the lower...
Davis Acoustics Club 15 Bookshelf speakers
Davis Acoustics Club 15 Bookshelf speakers

Two-way speaker system with bass reflex output on the front panel. The diameter of the low-frequency driver with a conical diffuser is 190 mm, the soft dome of the tweeter has a diameter of 25 mm. Permissible peak power 150 W, nominal - 100 W. Speakers with dimensions of 280x550x330 mm have a decent...
AAD Silver-5 Floor standing speakers
AAD Silver-5 Floor standing speakers

By bringing together all the latest achievements, AAD has created its top-of-the-line Silver Reference series. Outwardly, it resembles its predecessor: the S series. But the Silver Reference series has an exclusive finish: the side walls are decorated in wood and immaculately lacquered, the rest of the...
JBL LX 3 Floor standing speakers
JBL LX 3 Floor standing speakers

The JBL LX 3 is a three-way floor standing speaker system with a bass reflex output on the rear panel. Next to most of the other participants in the test, the speakers look downright tiny - 550x220x275 mm. The front panel is covered with a decorative grille, from under which the edging of the aqua-colored...
JBL XTi 20 Bookshelf speakers
JBL XTi 20 Bookshelf speakers

The XTi 20 is installed on non-removable legs. At the same time, we found spikes in the kit ... The panels of our copy are covered with matte plastic, there are options for wood-like exterior finishes. Well proven drivers. The rigidity of the MDF walls is quite sufficient, plus the asymmetrical shape...
Heco Argon 30 Bookshelf speakers
Heco Argon 30 Bookshelf speakers

The most important advantage of the Argon 30 is the excellent quality of the representation of the mid-low frequency region of the spectrum. Bass is like a medium sized floor standing speaker. The dynamics of both low and medium frequencies is one of the most luxurious in the test. The speaker system...
Boston Acoustics CR85 Bookshelf speakers
Boston Acoustics CR85 Bookshelf speakers

Reinforced with stiffeners, the rear and front panels of the speakers are made of special plastic. The heads are magnetically shielded. The tweeter with Kortec's signature textile membrane is equipped with a heatsink for heat dissipation. Wall mounting provided. The sound of the CR85 is perceived...
Canton Plus D Bookshelf speakers
Canton Plus D Bookshelf speakers

The Canton Plus D is a 2-way bass reflex speaker system with a bass reflex output on the front panel. The cone diameter of the woofer is 160 mm, the dome of the tweeter has a diameter of 25 mm, dimensions are 180x275x180 mm. The design and appearance of the speakers allow for a variety of options for...