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This was Apogees
flagship speaker, introduced at CES Chicago in June
1991. Only around 25 pairs were sold between that time and the closure
of the company.
The Apogee Grand is a full size four-way loudspeaker which re-defines
the state-of-the-art in music reproduction. The system includes a
built-in subwoofer, tweeter amplifier and infrared remote controlled
active crossover system. Other system features include:
Etched multi-track ribbons with wave patterns for improved structural
dynamic characteristics.
A specially designed magnet system to provide magnetic focusing for
higher sensitivity, and low diffraction shapes to form a smooth
acoustic path for excellent imaging
Special high loss materials used throughout, and robust internal
cabinet bracing to control vibrations
Dual long excursion 12-inch woofers with specially developed composite
cone construction for ultra low frequency output.
The woofers operate
into a sealed acoustic suspension enclosure
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Specifications
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Height
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88 inches
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Width
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32 inches
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Depth |
39"
(subwoofer) |
Tweeter |
Aluminium/Mylar (etched) driven by built in 500W
Krell amp |
Midrange
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2" wide aluminium/Mylar (etched)
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Ribbon bass |
Aluminium/Kapton panel |
Subwoofer |
2
x 12" Vifa dynamic cone woofers in sealed enclosure driven by built in
600W Krell amp
All inputs/outputs on rear of subwoofer enclosure |
Max Sound
Level
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120dB @ 4 meters
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Sensitivity
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~84dB
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Frequency
response
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Below 18Hz to over 27kHz
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Crossover frequencies |
Sub to panel 70Hz / 250Hz bass panel to mid /
9000Hz mid to tweeter |
Suggested
amp power
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100W (into 8 ohms) 200W (into 4 ohms) with high
current delivery - 4 channels needed
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Impedance
nominal
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3 ohms
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Weight
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1300lbs
/ 591kg per system
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Finishes
available
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Oak, Mahogany Hi-Gloss or exotic woods
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Price (1996)
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$85000
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