{"id":5585,"date":"2013-05-02T14:25:26","date_gmt":"2013-05-02T12:25:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hifi-advice.com\/blog\/?p=5585"},"modified":"2023-10-06T14:07:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T12:07:19","slug":"apogee-studio-grand-info","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hifi-advice.com\/blog\/apogee-acoustics-company-special\/apogee-studio-grand-info\/","title":{"rendered":"Apogee Studio Grand – info"},"content":{"rendered":"

Detailed Info about the Apogee Studio\u00a0Grand<\/h2>\n

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Above: Studio Grand with 3 Shakti Stones on top<\/p>\n

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Above: Studio Grand and Mini Grand<\/p>\n

Official\u00a0Info<\/h2>\n

The ‘Grand Series’ is the culmination of twelve years of research and development that significantly advances Apogee’s patented Full Range Ribbon technology. A major technical achievement is Apogee’s newly patented conductors that follow ‘sine wave’ paths. This snake-like pattern stiffens the critical junctures between conductors and reduces hinging or bending that can alter the signal. The rear wave of the midrange ribbon is free of mechanical intrusions, thus there is nothing to obstruct the signal between it and the listener.<\/p>\n

The ‘Studio Grand’ incorporates Apogee’s patented sine-wave ribbons throughout and dedicated subwoofer stands that provide seamless dynamic integration. Also included is a two-way active crossover (DAX) between the subwoofers and the ribbon arrays. Elegant precision leveling pods allow the system to be conveniently leveled by the listener with the speakers set in their final position. The ‘Studio Ribbon Array’ can be purchased separately without the subwoofers.<\/p>\n

The studio grand was said to be a “modern” apogee speaker that does not have the problem with disintegrating foam (which can cause the dreaded buzz) but a recent restoration brought to light that this speaker has the same type of foam as all other Apogees.<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/h2>\n

1992-1998<\/p>\n

Original Retail $12.600-15.600 depending on finish<\/p>\n

Height 185cm<\/p>\n

Width 71cm<\/p>\n

Depth 63,5cm (Subwoofer)<\/p>\n

Impedance 3 ohms<\/p>\n

Subwoofer drivers: 2 x 10″ Vifa cone woofers<\/p>\n

Ribbon Bass driver: Aluminium\/Mylar panel (etched)<\/p>\n

Midrange\/Tweeter: Aluminium\/Kapton panel (etched)<\/p>\n

Frequency response: 20Hz (-3dB) to over 25kHz<\/p>\n

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DAX (optional)<\/h2>\n

A DAX is a two-channel Dedicated Active Crossover designed specifically to be coupled with the Diva, Duetta Signature, and Caliper Signature, or Mini Grand and Studio Grand speakers. A DAX provides exceptional tuning flexibility which enables users to sculpt a tonal balance to meet their listening requirements whilst skipping part of the passive crossover components. The DAX will accommodate a wide range of preamplifier and amplifier characteristics.<\/p>\n

More DAX photos and detailed info<\/a><\/p>\n

More Apogee<\/h2>\n

All models overview<\/a><\/p>\n

Listening Sessions overview<\/a><\/p>\n

Timeline and History<\/a><\/p>\n

FAQ<\/a><\/p>\n

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