!#5: Epos Epic 1 Two-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Black (Pair)

Epos Epic 1 Two-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Black (Pair) Review

Epos Epic 1 Two-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Black (Pair) Feature

Power Handling 100 Watts unclipped speech and music. Sensitivity 88dB / 2.83V@1m
Frequency Range 51 Hz - 25 kHz. Impedance 4 Ohm nominal
Size HxWxD - mm / in. 310 x 185 x 245 / 12.2 x 7.2 x 9.7
Gold-plated and Bi-wirable. Can be single or double wired by removing shorting links provided.
Removable 'audiophile' grille fitted as standard, Grille-removal tool included. Alternative cloth-covered grilles are packed as accessories

Epos Epic 1 Two-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Black (Pair) Overview

The Epic 1 is the smallest of the new Epic range of loudspeakers from Epos; designed to deliver big performance from a compact cabinet, but still hold true to Epos's purist principles of simple crossover, well-behaved drive units and clean understated aesthetics. Epos developed a new soft-dome tweeter for Epic - quite a landmark - because this is the first soft-dome tweeter used in the history of the company. By using virtual performance CAD simulation tools, Epos has achieved very high performance, and a clean, open yet smooth sound quality which hits well above the tweeter's price point. Epos has also developed a brand new 150mm (5 ¼ inch) driver for the Epic 1, which produces an even frequency response and smooth roll off. This woofer/mid has a high-quality polypropylene cone and 'bullet'-shaped dust cap. In typical Epos fashion, the Epic 1 crossover is as simple as we can make it: both the woofer and tweeter networks are 2nd order filters. To ensure high sound quality, all the resistors are metal oxide - a type rarely found in products at this price level. Also included are high-quality polypropylene capacitors, chosen for their superior sound quality. For optimum performance, it should be at least 4" from the back wall. Epos recommends its ST35 stand. Stands are not included. We paid great attention to every single minute detail during the design of the Epic 1, to give customers the best sound at the best price. It comes as no surprise that this little speaker will have you in awe from the first note. The level of sound stage, depth and detail is truly exceptional, with a clarity that outshines the competition and even some higher priced speakers. The Epic 1 is a truly eye and ear-opening loudspeaker that will keep you enthralled listening to your favorite tracks for many years to come. Price is per pair.