The Strata Mini is a dream come true. This product represents the “wish list” as developed by our own company Founder and President --- Mark L. Schifter.
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About the Strata Mini...
“The Mini” (as we like to call it) represents the very best in modern design, engineering, and technological application(s) all wrapped in a sleek ---even sexy--- package that most of us can actually afford. One reviewer, upon listening to the prototype, called it the best $6000/pr speaker he has ever heard. The only problem with that is the Mini is priced at $1995/pr. Value… that’s what av123 is all about.
The Mini’s hybrid design will astound with its ability to be utterly delicate yet deliver visceral impact when asked. This is eminently feasible thanks to its combination of planar magnetic drivers operating in concert with “selected” cone drivers. The planar magnetic midrange and tweeter are custom built to our specifications along with the French-designed and renowned Atohm 5.25” mid-bass coupler located in it’s own critically damped chamber. We hand this off to a custom damped and treated paper cone 8” woofer - powered by an internal class A/B 350 watt amplifier.
Drivers and Construction
Planar magnetic drivers are known for their amazingly detailed presentation, effortless, airy and transparent in nature. Along with the palpable and defined mid and high frequencies from the planar magnetic drivers, we decided to impart a healthy dose of visceral impact to this hybrid design. That’s where we make use of our “chosen” (sensational) multi-layered 5.25” mid-bass coupler, along with that powered 8” paper-cone woofer. Cone drivers have that tactile impact, producing the desired results in that critical bass to mid-bass transition that is essential to a full range, wide-band design. Couple that to the ‘speed’, transparency, and detail of our planar magnetic drivers and you have that special “alchemy” that makes this hybrid design tick. The Strata Mini seamlessly blends these two technologies, delivering a complete top to bottom package at a better than fair price. In fact, we might even call The Mini unheard of at anywhere near the price.
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a. A return authorization number must be obtained from av123 within 30 days of receiving your product. The return authorization number (RA#) should accompany the returned items and be visible on the outside of all boxes. You may obtain a return authorization number by contacting sales@av123.com or by phone at (877) 543-7500 option 1.
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We
want you to know that The Strata Mini is exquisite in every measure and
meaning of the word. Try The Mini with your favorite piano sonata and
keep the volume to the “wife-is-sleeping” levels and immediately become
immersed in the utterly clear presentation – even at low volumes. This
of course does not mean the Mini can’t be driven hard; it certainly
can. Switch to your favorite pop, rock, or jazz offering and feel free
to crank it up. The adjustable nature of the 8” woofer allows you to
experience as much or as little bass as you’d like. The room becomes
your friend --- not your foe.
The Strata Mini is designed for intimate settings – not cathedrals.
What you can expect is an emotionally engaging and utterly immersive
experience on an intimate level. The elegantly designed cabinet with
real Rosewood veneers, narrow width (minimizes visual impact) and
sloped baffle will be sure to carry an elegant feel to your room and
extend itself gracefully to the visual realm even at rest…
Behold The Mini --- a dream come true for one man with a singular
mission in mind --- To extend the beauty of The High End at an
affordable --- even down to earth price.
Specifications
Frequency Response:
Impedance:
Limited Edition – Only fifty pairs will be produced per month. Cabinet: Gorgeous real wood South American Rosewood veneer wrapped around a well-braced MDF frame. System: Four way, four driver direct-radiating system. Sealed enclosure except for the 8” woofer which is ported via a flared slot. Drivers: Planar magnetic 1" tweeter, planar magnetic 8" midrange, 5.25" mid-bass coupler, 8" mass-loaded woofer. Amplifier: Built-in 350 watt class A/B for the powered woofer.
Includes LINK cable so no additional speaker wire is required for
connection. Features crossover, gain, variable phase and high level/low
level inputs and outputs. Crossover Network: Includes air core inductors, polypropylene
capacitors and non-inductive wire wound resistors. 4th order acoustic
slopes on the upper end and 2nd order slopes on the bottom end. Crossover Points: 8" woofer : 27 Hz - (user definable)
5.25" has a 1st order high pass at 80Hz
5.25" mid-bass coupler to 8" midrange : 650Hz
8" midrange to tweeter : 4100Hz Frequency Response: 27 Hz to 35 KHz (± 3 dB) Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal Efficiency: 86 dB (@ 1 watt / 1 meter) Dimensions: 47" H x 17.5" D x 11.5" W (note on depth: 17.5" is
the deepest point at the bottom of the speaker. Depth reduces to 3" at
the top) Weight: 94 lbs each (315lbs total shipped/crated/palletized) Warranty: Three years
"The Strata Minis didn’t disappoint. I could
hear the fingers on the strings and the body resonance of the guitars,
but the speakers never turned analytical..."
"The
more time I spent listening to the Mini's, the more I enjoyed them. I
can't say that I've experienced much at this price point that is a true
full range speaker."
"I could
go on and on but I would only risk repeating myself. They are at the
pinnacle of and beyond their class, they are the value benchmark, they
simply have no real competition, they are that good."
This item is shipped via Yellow Freight. Typical cost is approximately $220 however this is highly dependent on your location and level of service selected.
All shipping options and costs are available upon checkout.
Warranty:
All
products manufactured by AV123 carry a limited manufacturer's parts and
labor warranty of three (3) years. These products are guaranteed to be
free from manufacturer's defects for for a period from the date of
purchase. For additional warranty information, please visit our Warranty and Returns Information Center.
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when asked. This is eminently feasible thanks to its combination of planar magnetic drivers operating in concert with “selected” cone drivers. The planar magnetic midrange and tweeter are custom built to our specifications along with the French-designed and renowned Atohm 5.25” mid-bass coupler located in it’s own critically damped chamber. We hand this off to a custom damped and treated paper cone 8” woofer - powered by an internal class A/B 350 watt amplifier.
We
want you to know that The Strata Mini is exquisite in every measure and
meaning of the word. Try The Mini with your favorite piano sonata and
keep the volume to the “wife-is-sleeping” levels and immediately become
immersed in the utterly clear presentation – even at low volumes. This
of course does not mean the Mini can’t be driven hard; it certainly
can. Switch to your favorite pop, rock, or jazz offering and feel free
to crank it up. The adjustable nature of the 8” woofer allows you to
experience as much or as little bass as you’d like. The room becomes
your friend --- not your foe.
