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to the current fluctuations in exchange rates and the
impact of the recession on manufacturers, please regard the
prices on this page as ‘guide’ only. If you are interested
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price.
UPDATE:
Following extensive Research and Development, from
September 2009 our acclaimed HL1 and HL Reference
loudspeakers will be made available using a more advanced
and convenient two piece construction arrangement. At the
time of that upgrade we will also incorporate some new
internal upgrades and finish options. In the meantime we
are still able to supply the existing models but stock is
limited and orders for HL Reference and HL1 will be treated
as bespoke commissions until the new models are officially
launched.
The
Aspara HL Reference
stands alone at the very summit of horn loudspeaker audio
reproduction.
The Aspara HL Reference is a unique statement and the
ultimate affirmation of serious intent. The HL Reference is
both dramatic and beautiful in every aspect of its being.
By proudly declaring the pedigree and the commanding
presence of the finest horn loudspeakers, the HL Reference
creates a sense of anticipation and expectation for the
performance which is soon to begin.
Aspara has invested all of its experience, all of its
innovation, and all of its achievement in creating the
Aspara HL Reference.
The most experienced and most discerning listener will
immediately recognise the truly unique natural quality of
the sound produced ...
Low frequency bass notes are deep, powerful, and resonant,
and yet fully and individually defined. Mid and Higher
frequencies are perfectly balanced and again individually
defined.
The listener is transported through delicate tonal
transitions, to experience world-class truly natural sound
reproduction.
Aspara research has taken many years, and the Aspara team
who are specialists in the field of compact horn dynamics
have been active in design and innovation for over 40
years. Our design engineering team is confident you will be
overwhelmed by these unique loudspeakers.
Make some time, bring your favourite music and listen to
them; we know you’ll enjoy them.
- Large Floor Standing Horn Loaded System
- Top mounted mid-range / high frequency horn
- Hand-made bespoke solution
- Engineered birch plywood cabinet
- High quality veneer or custom finishes.
- Stainless steel driver retention ring
- Oak; Walnut; Ash; Piano Lacquers (any colour)
- Mid-range horn inset can be any colour
- Frequency response: 25Hz - 20kHz
- Lows 305mm (12”) Precision Devices bass
- Highs 50mm (2”) titanium compression driver
- Amplifier: 2W - 150W RMS
- Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) 107dB
- Nominal impedance 8Ω
- Dimensions:
- Height 1075+500mm Width 530mm Depth 805+655mm
The Aspara HL1 is a no compromise solution for the serious and dedicated listener. The HL1 delivers fully defined very natural sound with balanced tonal transitions from crystal highs through deep feather soft lows. The HL1 underpins this refinement with truly prodigious power and the sensitivity for which horns have long been famous.
By the standard of horns from the past the HL1 is not a
large loudspeaker, yet it delivers all of the benefits of
horn loading. This achievement is the result of research
undertaken over many years by the Aspara team who are
specialists in the field of compact horn dynamics. In
appearance the HL1 is designed to proudly showcase its horn
speaker pedigree and to command your attention. It exudes
confidence and has the appearance of a robust and powerful
object in the room. Aspara horns incorporate advanced audio
research and horn technology. They combine the effortless
dynamic clarity of horn loading with a natural sound
balance and very low levels of colouration. The HL1 uses a
titanium compression driver to cover the whole range from
800Hz upwards. At the same time the HL1 proves beyond
question that horns do not need to be colossal to deliver
rich and resonant bass tones.
- Large floor standing coupled cavity horn
- Top mounted horn
- Construction Highlights
- Hand-made bespoke solution
- Engineered birch plywood cabinet
- High quality veneer or custom finishes.
- Frequency response: 35Hz - 25kHz
- Low Frequencies
- Horn type: Modified exponential
- Driver: 305mm (12") drive unit with a paper cone
- Sensitivity: unloaded average sensitivity 100db 1w @ 1m
- Mid / High frequencies
- Horn type: Radial.
- Driver: Modified compression type with titanium diaphragm Driver Diaphragm dia.: 50.8mm
- Average Sensitivity: 108db 1w @ 1m (attenuated in HL1)
- Dispersion: 75 degrees horizontal. 60 degrees vertical
- Amplifier: 2W - 150W RMS
- Weight: 52kg
- Dimensions: 1193 x 470 x 475 mm
Physically the HL2 is the smallest of the Aspara loudspeaker yet still retains the dynamic, involving, highly musical sound that is so familiar to owners of the larger speakers from the Aspara range. For those with a smaller room or tighter aesthetic constraints these are the ideal speaker to completely transform a home listening experience where an intimate sound experience is demanded.
The HL2 delivers clean fully separated sound from a unique cabinet designed using a quarter wave column loading technique. The quarter wave system was first used for loudspeakers by the great audio pioneer Paul Voight and we sought to pay homage to his legacy.
Inside the cabinet of the HL2 a long folded pipe is discretely terminated with a carefully designed flared vent which forms an acoustic interface with the listening room air. This design ensures that as much energy as possible is channelled away from the rear of the main driver which helps to avoid stored energy effects and the result is an amazingly clean, open sound with powerfully strident bass tones.
Inspired by our flagship bespoke HL speaker, the HL2 brings class leading performance far beyond physical size. These beautifully crafted floor standing towers incorporate a solid oak front with stainless steel detailing to enhance your living environment. These are an impressive addition to any home.
Our concept demanded that HL2 should be an attractive
option for audiophiles from the new enthusiast to the most
experienced and discerning listener. We have consequently
set a new price performance benchmark.
- Slim Tower Floor Standing Coupled Cavity Horn
- Quarter wave tower
- Unique horn mouth configuration, floor loaded.
- Solid Oak front panel.
- Birch plywood cabinet, externally veneered.
- Embossed stainless steel driver retention ring
- The entire unit can also be ordered in a range of high quality piano lacquers or paint finishes
- Frequency response: 40Hz - 25kHz
- Low Frequencies: 135mm (5 1/4") doped, paper cone driver mounted in an enclosure based on the quarter wave column principle. A carefully designed flared vent forms the acoustic interface with the listening room air.
- High frequencies: 19mm (3/4") soft dome tweeter
- Amplifier requirements: 5W - 150W RMS
- Sensitivity: (2.83V/1m) 91bd
- Nominal impedance: 8O Weight: 13.9kg
- Dimensions: 890 x 150 x 330 mm
Inspired by our flagship bespoke HL Reference speaker, the HL6 brings class leading performance far beyond physical size. These beautifully crafted elegant floor standing towers incorporate a solid oak front with stainless steel detailing. Their quality and contemporary style will enhance all interiors.
The HL6 is an unconventional speaker: it's powerful and
detailed sound belies its size. It retains all of the drama
of the larger Aspara horn models. The acoustic design of
the HL6 allows the impressive 6 " driver to really grasp
hold of the air
The cabinet of the HL6 vents into the air via an
ingeniously tapered slot at its base. The end of the horn
is largely closed off but is coupled to the air by the
slot. The driver has a rising response at high frequencies,
but this is balanced by the extra output from the horn, and
a compensation network in the crossover levels the
response.
The lively response of the main driver at high frequencies
makes it a very fast performer and its sound joins
seamlessly with that of the high frequency unit. This
unique design was conceived for its low colouration and
clarity. The relatively small bass horn very effectively
loads the driver at low frequencies giving a rich full
blooded sound which complements the incisive, yet smooth,
nature of the high frequency range.
- Floor Standing Coupled Cavity Horn Unique horn mouth configuration, floor loaded.
- Solid oak front panel. Birch plywood cabinet, externally veneered. Embossed stainless steel driver retention ring
- Your speakers can be customised with a range of high quality Piano lacquers or paint finishes
- Frequency response: 40Hz - 25kHz
- Low Frequencies: 152mm (6") doped, paper cone driver
- High frequencies: 19mm (3/4") soft dome tweeter
- Amplifier requirements: 5 - 150W RMS
- Sensitivity: (2.83V/1m) 93dB
- Nominal impedance: 8O Weight: 21.6 Kg
- Dimensions: 930 x 185 x 345 mm