The Applause S represents a new pinnacle in active studio monitors. Originally designed as a high-resolution reference tool for the recording industry, the "S" is recognized not only by studio engineers but by audiophiles as well for its superior accuracy without sacrificing musicality.
The "S" was designed and engineered in a bold collaboration with Nova, one of the most respected high-end loudspeaker manufacturers in the audiophile and professional audio industries. Nova monitors have numerous Gold, Multi-Platinum and GRAMMY award-winning recordings to their credit. A special feature of the "S" is a massive baffle milled from a solid billet of aircraft-grade aluminum, greatly reducing unwanted enclosure resonance. The two-way design employs dual 7" Carbon-Fiber composite woofers and a high-bandwidth 1" soft-dome tweeter. These drivers are the product of years of research and development, resulting in their superior response in the time and frequency domain.
The heart of the Applause S is its built-in 300 Watt high-current power amplifier. Each monaural amplifier contains an oversize toroidal power transformer and more than 90,000 uF of filter capacitance, providing performance superior even to many stand-alone designs. The custom-built low noise transformer and the rectifier circuitry are built into a separate chassis, protecting the critical audio circuits from unwanted magnetic interference. Hand-selected bipolar output devices deliver high-current capability to the speaker drivers. This sophisticated design employs minimal feedback, exhibiting inherent stability and excellent open loop performance. It is direct coupled input to output, with no capacitors in the signal path whatsoever. Each amplifier is constructed with military grade metal film resistors and carefully matched JFETs. All told, the "S" amplifier represents the consummate balance of brute force and nuance, high power and inner detail.
The Applause S is the end result of a determined effort to design and manufacture nothing less than the very best of its kind. Its quality is evidenced by its use in some of the latest multi-channel recording and mastering studios as well as the finest home systems. In both environments, it is the loudspeaker of choice for DVD-A and SACD playback. The Applause S is truly a revolutionary product that must be experienced to be appreciated.
Applause S Features
- 300 Watt high-current, high-bias power amplifier
- Fully complementary circuitry
- Low-noise fully discrete solid state design
- Over 90,000 uF of filter capacitance
- 2-way vented, stand-mounted
- Two 7" Carbon-Fiber composite woofers
- High-bandwidth 1" soft-dome tweeter
- 3/4" machined air-craft graded aluminum front baffle
- Outboard power supply with oversize toroidal power transformer
- Premium components such as military-grade precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards
- Gold-plated RCA/XLR connectors ensure optimum signal transfer and extended life
- High reliability
- Unsurpassed precision and sonic excellence
- Inputs: balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA)
- Selectable 100VAC, 120VAC, 220VAC, 240VAC
- Attractive polished silver-anodized aluminum front baffle complements Threshold STASIS series components
- Hand assembled in the USA
Applause S Specifications
- Maximum Output Power: 300 Watts
- Frequency Response: 42Hz - 20kHz (+/-3 dB)
- Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
- Input Sensitivity: 1.12V RMS for full power output
Dimensions & Weight
- 24'' H x 9.25'' W x 16.25'' D (main unit)
- 61.0 cm H x 23.5 cm W x 41.3 cm D (main unit)
- 4'' H x 9.25'' W x 14'' D (power supply)
- 10.2 cm H x 23.5 cm W x 35.6 cm D (power supply)
- Shipping weight: 150 lbs./68 kg (crated)
- Net weight: 65 lbs./30 kg (main unit), 17 lbs./8 kg (power supply)
Price: US $7,500 each
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