T+A Criterion TS 200 Speakers

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From T+A

The flagship of the TL series is the TS 200: a full-size, floorstanding trans-mission-line speaker. This unique unit reflects the philosophy of the entire series in an exemplary manner, in terms of technology and sound quality. All the speaker’s components have been developed from existing proven
concepts, but they also incorporate a number of inspired and unique innovations. The curvature of the cabinets is the key to their attractive appearance, but the three-dimensional sweep of the side panels, and the internal sound ducts of the long
transmission line, also endow the carcase with enormous strength and rigidity. The line is damped using a special absorber foam which eliminates all undesired resonances, allowing the speaker to achieve an exceptionally low bottom limit frequency.

The two potent bass units have been matched with great precision to the transmission line, and their unique GREYCONE® cones generate an accurate, unbelievably low, high pressure bass. The mid-range driver is a clever design which provides complete mastery of the entire vocal range from 200 to 2000 Hz. Its inherently dynamic, lively character creates an incredibly natural sound. The annular tweeter constitutes the perfect final link in the transmission range, coping with sound up to 40,000 Hz and beyond. It is characteristically airy, fast and dynamic, and devoid of any trace of hardness or harshness.

The sophisticated, double-sided, three-way cross-over unit (FSR) is constructed using components of the very highest quality. Carefully calculated and optimised for optimum cone travel and radiation characteristics, it is also capable of handling extremely high signal levels effortlessly. The crossover maintains perfect control of the three frequency ranges, and plays a crucial role in the superb sound imaging and radiation characteristics of the entire system.

Specifications
Nominal power handling 180 Watts
Music power handling 240 Watts
Impedance 4 Ohm
Frequency range 28 – 45000 Hz
Sensitivity 1 W / 1 m 87 dB
Drive units (bass) 2 x 220 mm
Drive units (mid-range) 1 x 170 mm
Drive units (high-frequency) 1 x 35 mm
Crossover frequencies 200 Hz, 2200 Hz
Dimensions H x W x D 120 x 26 x 39 cm
Weight 40 kg

From the seller

I have been running the speakers for the last 5 days straight and varying volumes and they have performed perfectly.

The speakers are in cosmetically great condition with no notable scratches or markings to speak of.

The speakers have removable magnetic front grills/covers and they also have spikes that can be used for feet.

It comes with the original user manual and foam packaging, but no cardboard boxes. However, we have bubble wrap that we can use to help with transport. The speakers are bi-wired and will come with interconnects that can be used if using speaker cable with only a single pair of left/right channels.

These speakers are made in Germany and were imported from Italy and had an original RRP of 4,580 € Euro.

These are available to audition until Monday 25 September. After this time, the speakers will remain in Warriewood, but will be in storage.  

Many thanks for looking.

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