Goldmund Melos Passive Speakers Unveiled
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The new Goldmund Melos Loudspeakers are the latest passive model from this high-end luxury Swiss HiFi brand. Embracing the legacy of its larger sibling, the Tethys, the Melos Passive is said to draw its inspiration from both of their Tethys and the Gaïa speakers, fusing advanced technology with timeless aesthetics. Its name, ‘Melos,’ is a homage to the melodies of ancient Greece, capturing the essence of this speaker’s capability; “to deliver musical harmony and tune with unparalleled precision” and is pitched as a; “synthesis of sound, design, and engineering excellence”.
The “slightly” more affordable Melos comes in at about half the price of the Tethys and about one twentieth the price of their flagship Gaia speakers, both of which are said to be the inspiration for this new Melos Passive design.
The Melos Passive speakers come in the Goldmund grey aluminum finish, they are based upon a front vent loaded design and are equipped with a high-end 1-inch soft dome tweeter paired with a 7-inch mid/bass unit. These drivers are said to use “advanced crossover technology” ensuring a seamless frequency integration and optimum dispersion, creating a frequency range of 43Hz (-6 dB) to >25kHz with a 6 ohm nominal impedance via the gold plated speaker connections.
Measuring 13.8″H x 9.8″Wx 14.9″D and weighing 44.1lbs per unit, these sleek, monolithic cubes are quite small and their aesthetics should blend in with most room environments. For those looking for matching speaker stands, a custom pair will be forthcoming soon.
Finally it is rumored that an active wireless version is “in the wings”.
Specifications:
- Drivers:
- 1 x soft dome tweeter
- 1 x 7” woofer
- Frequency response: 43 Hz (-6 dB) > 25 kHz
- Speaker design: Bass reflex, front vent loading
- Impedance:
- Nominal value: 6.0 Ohms
- Minimal value: 4.4 Ohms
- Size each: 25 W x 35 H x 36,2 D (cm) 9.8 W x 13.8 H x 14.9 D (inch)
- Weight each: 44.1lbs/20Kg
- Color: Silver Grey with Black Grills
MSRP (pair):
- US: $ TBA
- UK: £26,500.00
- EU: €29,000.00
Editors comment: I thought that the price was a misprint, not too sure what you are getting for your money other than exclusivity!
For more information visit the Goldmund web site.
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