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Reference 1

High End Floorstanding speaker

Black Piano Finish

Informations
  • 3-way bass reflex system
  • Black Ceramic tungsten technology
  • 820 watts
  • 39 x 133 x 63 cm (W x H x D)

Item no.: 04393

Dimensions

39 x 133 x 63 cm (W x H x D) including base construction

Performance

820 watt music load capacity

Weight

81 kilogram

High-End Sound

Iconic sound for the highest quality demands

BCT diaphragm

Chassis with new BCT diaphragm (Black Ceramic Tungsten)

Cabinet shape

Sweeping cabinet shape for unlimited listening pleasure

WBT-nextgen™

WBT terminals for optimal signal connection

Fabric cover

Acoustically neutral cover with magnetic attachment

Warranty

10 years warranty on Reference passive loudspeakers

Iconic Sound

Imposing, powerful and true to their shape - that's the new Reference 1. Equipped with the most modern technology we have to offer in loudspeaker construction, it sets the standard for the future. This powerful sound artist is a masterpiece of engineering and meets perfection in craftsmanship with its new design. The flawless surface finish combined with our best speaker drivers make them a true musical statement.

New material

The benchmark is the new BCT cones used in the midrange and bass. These BCT drivers are the result of years of development and guarantee highly dynamic and highly accurate performance. For exceptional precision and clarity in the treble, the new tweeters feature BC cones made of black alumina ceramic. The Reference 1 speakers' cabinets have been acoustically optimised and feature a seamless design that ensures an edgeless connection between the baffles, rear panels and side panels. This design sets new standards in terms of dispersion, stability and low resonance.

Design and technology


A great deal of focus is placed on the craftsmanship of the handmade Reference 1 speakers. The cabinets are divided into three chambers that are perfectly matched to the different parts of the 3-way speaker construction. This allows each of the five drivers to develop its sonic qualities to the full. The bass is produced by three 219 mm woofers with ceramic tungsten cones. These, together with the newly designed bass guide, provide clear and dynamic low frequency reproduction down to 18 Hertz. The 174 mm midrange driver uses the same cone material as the woofers, providing seamless midrange dynamics. The midrange driver is deliberately placed in the upper part of the speaker and contributes significantly to the authentic reproduction of voices and stage presence. The drivers are recessed into the round baffle and are complemented by special ASW (Asymmetric Waveguide) cover rings made of POM material. These rings act as waveguides in the tweeter and midrange to optimise dispersion.

Pure power

To control the dynamics that our Reference 1 can unleash, the curved side panels, as well as the back and tops, are constructed from multi-layer laminate. The 60-millimetre-thick baffle is milled from the solid. Thanks to elaborate internal reinforcements and precisely defined damping of the cabinet, we create ideal conditions for perfect sound development of the newly developed Reference loudspeaker drivers. The new cover rings, as well as the high-end connection terminals, are made of polyoxymethylene (POM), an extremely strong and rigid plastic with high density, excellent internal damping and best mouldability. The fine-pored, silk-matt surface covered with a thin layer of lacquer provides a noble appearance and also makes the material even more resistant.

Bass Guide

Canton's unique bass reflex system with bass guide has been redesigned along with many other elements. With this system, the bass reflex port is integrated into the cabinet and works on the principle of combined frontfire and backfire. The air is controlled via a channel in the base plate and directed to both the front and the back of the cabinet. This produces a remarkably stable bass response, regardless of the position in the room.

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Dealer search
Experience the Reference Live at one of the following dealers:

Reference

Triangle Trading Enterprise Irina Khojainova-Blättermann

Gardeschützenweg 86
12203 Berlin
Fax: 030 86200228
Reference

MD Sound Electronic GmbH Martin Dittmeier

Im Wiesgarten 5
97783 Karsbach-Weyersfeld
Fax: 09357 99913
Reference

hh hifi & hifi

Haselerweg 2
26125 Oldenburg
Fax: 0441 3900062

Reference 1 Technical specifications

Reference 1

Item no.: 04393

Shipping:
Pallet

Warranty period:
10 years

weight:
81 kg

Dimensions (WxHxD):
39 x 133 x 63 (B x H x T mit Sockel) cm

Acoustic principle:
3-way Bass reflex system

Principle passive resonator:
Bass reflex

Radiation direction resonator:
Downfire

Tweeter quantity:
1

Tweeter size:
25 mm

Tweeter material:
Aluminum ceramic oxyd

Midrange driver quantity:
1

Midrange driver size:
174 mm

Midrange driver material:
Black ceramic tungsten (Wave surround)

Woofer quantity:
3

woofer size:
219 mm

woofer material:
Black ceramic tungsten

Nominal load capacity:
450 watts

Music load capacity:
820 watts

Transmission range:
18...40.000 Hz

Crossover frequencies:
170 / 3.100 Hz

Impedance:
4...8 ohm

Level adjustment :
yes

Extended data

Efficiency 2.83V/1m:
88 db

Connections:
WBT-Connector terminal with level adjustment

Dolby Atmos licensed:
no

Woofer Wave surround:
yes

Midrange Wave Bead:
yes

Front cover material:
fabric

Level adjustment tweeter:
yes

Double Cone:
yes

Transmission Front Plate:
yes

DC switch technology:
yes

Bass Guide:
yes

Unit socket included:
yes

Size supplement (WxDxH):
4x4x12 cm

Unit feet:
yes

Height-adjustable unit feet:
yes

Preparation spikes:
yes

Preparation absorber:
no

Bi-Wiring / Amping Terminal:
yes

Cabinet material:
Mehrschichtlaminat

Cabinet surface:
Piano Finish

Extended special features

Terminal contact material:
golden

Easy Link Terminals:
no

Coaxial loudspeaker:
no

TCC:
yes

Mounting type front cover:
magnetic

Terminal banana plug suitable:
yes

Room adjustment:
yes

Preparation for wall mounting:
no

Wall mounting possible:
no

Suitable for ceiling mounting:
no

Moisture-protected:
no