Top floor standing speakers released in 2021

 

Bowers & Wilkins /B&W 801 D4

The latest B&W 801 D4 is essentially the starting point for high-end floor-standing speakers for many years to come. A lot of improvements to the classic line (now, longer outboard all-aluminum enclosures for diamond tweeters are used, the midrange is equipped with a Continuum diaphragm on a new suspension, woofers are equipped with variable thickness cones made of Aerofoil material, the Matrix structure of the enclosures, which received the Perfect attachment, has also been redesigned and received aluminum panels) made it possible not only to achieve excellent performance characteristics (frequency response from 13 to 35,000 Hz, resistance - 8 ohms with a sensitivity of 90 dB), but also to achieve reference indicators in terms of sound quality. B&W 801 D4s easily achieve monstrous sound pressure levels, but they perform equally gracefully at low volume levels. keeping a delicate presentation with all the richness of colors. The transition from smooth and gentle choral parts to the most powerful fortissimo in classical music was perceived exactly as it happens in a concert hall - whatever one may say, we have before us a High-End sample of 2021

ProAc Response DT8

The new ProAc Response DT8 are the successors of the iconic Response, which created a true icon of the Hi-Fi / High-End industry from the company in the nineties of the twentieth century. Perfectionism in everything - from the choice of materials for the enclosures to the selection of crossover components and speakers - has allowed us to release many unique speakers that guarantee outstanding rhythm and absolute transparency of the sound. The frequency response of Response DT8 is in the range from 38 to 30,000 Hz, and the 4-ohm impedance at 90 dB sensitivity hints that it is better to choose a more stable amplifier in a pair. One speaker weighs 26 kg. price $3800

Scansonic HD MB6 B

The flagships of the new Scansonic series, the HD MB6 B model will successfully cope even with a fifty-meter hall, however, for this, they need a powerful partner (speakers play from 27 to 40,000 Hz and have an impedance of 4 ohms with a sensitivity of 90 dB). Housed in a 36.5-kilogram carbon-fiber cabinet is an array of 4.5 ”drivers and ribbon tweeters, an approach that makes the system slender and ideally suited to modern interiors. Fortunately, the creators did not throw out the "child with water" - the acoustics sounds juicy and authentic. price £8,999.00

Apertura SENSA

Although Apertura Sensa occupies a junior position in the company's lineup, these speakers guarantee the highest quality of performance, in fact, "opening the curtain for the High End." Chic enclosures (rounded edges and a system of internal bracing guarantee suppression of resonances and reflections), precision crossovers, classic Ring Radiator tweeters and 165 mm midrange/bass drivers supporting them from below, frequency response from 40 to 40,000 Hz, the impedance of 8 ohms at sensitivity 87 dB - Provide a powerful and stable amplifier to the speakers and Apertura SENSA will reveal to you the full emotional charge of the musical author's intention. Price approx $4000.

Acoustic Energy Radiance 2

RUB 117,200Compact Acoustic Energy Radiance 2 will not take up much space in the hall - and with the appearance here, again, everything is more than in order. Yes, these speakers in terms of bass depth (frequency response 45 - 45,000 Hz, impedance 8 ohms, sensitivity 89 dB) are unlikely to "blow you off the couch" - but a set of 1.5 "and 2 x 5.1" speakers forms excellent balanced sound; lively, natural and very rhythmic. All in all, the Acoustic Energy Radiance 2 showcases the finest heirlooms for which British speakers have loved the world over. 16kg rounded bodies (similar to the well-known Aelite model) with an internal bracing system and mounted on cast supports, tolerant to resonances.

Polk Audio Signature Elite ES55

The brand new Polk Audio Signature Elite ES55 not only looks stylish, but also sounds great - yes, here you will not find the sparkling detail of the highest echelon speakers, but sufficient dynamic range and good band stitching will allow you to form a very effective sound field. The acoustics are absolutely universal, it will serve you with dignity both in a hi-fi stereo system, as part of a home cinema, or in a gaming assembly. Drivers with proprietary Dynamic Balance technology (1 "and 6.5"), Hi-Res Audio certification, original Power Port bass reflexes - the speakers have plenty of innovations. TTX to match - AFC from 40 to 40,000 Hz, resistance - 8 Ohm, sensitivity - 90 dB. These speakers in a pair do not require a heavy-duty amplifier - another reason to consider the speakers for an upgrade option.

 Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G

Where the Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G is strong is its bass response. Thanks to the three-way scheme with 8 ”(!) Woofers, the speakers can properly“ pump ”even a hall of an impressive area - but it is especially pleasant that the lower notes in their performance are distinguished by accuracy and texture. The other ranges are handled by the 1 "and 3" speakers of the Rigid Surface Technology II, and the lower cut-off frequency starts at 27 Hz - a staggering result for this price group. The speakers play up to 35 kHz, have an impedance of 8 ohms and a sensitivity of 90.5 dB. Even with a not-so-muscular amplifier, they can unleash all the talents, forming a sparkling and highly effective wall of sound.

 Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F

This is already "heavy artillery" for large rooms - the three-way Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F is equipped with as many as 5 speakers (1 ", 6", 8 "), weighing 32.2 kg each and playing from 45 to 21,000 Hz. The high sensitivity of 95 dB at 8 ohms will allow you to "wind" the speakers even from a tube amplifier, and a serious technological base of development (work carried out by Paradigm in conjunction with the Canadian National Research Council - NRC) ensures that the model can be easily controlled in almost any genre of music. The very plastic and muscular sound of the speakers will appeal to many - you can only bow to the proprietary aluminum tweeters (with ferrofluid cooling) X-PAL and mineral-filled polypropylene cones used for the midrange and bass.