Always interesting to see how people set up their systems. Do you know the tweeter height and speaker to speaker to listener distances? Also what dac and amps? Thanks and have a great show.
Rocket Ronny
Hi Ronny,
Below is a Copy and Paste of what we give reviewers:
WELCOME to ROOM 1046EVOKE Loudspeakers
EDDIENuPRIME ElectronicsWyWires Cables
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The NuPrime HD-AVP
MSRP $2250 (HD-AVP)
All-digital HT preamp/processor, Media Server, DAC
HD-AVP is an excellent all-in-one product equivalent to "AVP + Media Server + DAC-10 USB DAC"
The NuPrime HD-AVP all-digital HT preamp/processor delivers ultra-high resolution USB audio decoding at PCM 384K or DSD256, 24bit/192kHz digital audio, hard-disk media playback, wireless streaming and superb 4K HD video. There are six HDMI, two optical, two coaxial, four stereo analog, one USB Audio and three USB Host (for hard drive) inputs. The audio outputs include 7.1- channel RCA, 2-channel Zone1, Zone2 and Line Out, 4-channel XLR. A built-in Wi-Fi network supports Airplay, DLNA and Miracast. Two HDMI outputs can be selected from any of the six inputs. The HD-AVP easily accommodates the most complex home theater system configurations. The HD-AVA is HD-AVP with the addition of 200W x 2 power amp utilizing NuPrime Reference LE class amplifier technology.
The NuPrime MCH-K38 Multi Channel Amplifier
MSRP $2995 (USD)
A Reference LE Class Multi-Channel Amplifier
The NuPrime MCH-K38 is a Reference LE class multi-channel amplifier designed for uncompromising home theater and music listening. With its quality parts throughout and an advanced 550kHz switching amplifier operation, the MCH-K38 delivers a full 210 watts into 4 and 8 Ohms per channel. Each pair of output channels can be bridged to double the power to 400W at 4 and 8 Ohms. The NuPrime MCH-K38 comes with 8 sets of RCA and true balanced XLR inputs. A self-resonant design, the amp’s 550 kHz PWM switching frequency constantly adjusts to the input signal, output current demands, and loudspeaker impedance variations. Exemplary speed, accuracy and exquisite dynamics nicely describes NuPrime's signature sound.
The MCH-K38 amplifier is derived from the ULCAM (Ultra Linear Class A Module)+Class D design first introduced in IDA-8. By joining a powerful high impedance single-ended amplifier circuit in the preamp stage with a well integrated Class-D power stage, the MCH-K38’s rich tube-like sound and tremendous speed is sure to impress audio enthusiasts. By utilizing a 1000W power supply and CMA capacitor array, the MCH-K38 fully exploits the Class A+D design’s ability to deliver massive amounts of power and speed when needed by a single or multi channels.
The NuPrime Sound
• Vast soundstage
• Wide, lightning-fast dynamics
• Ultra-low distortion and noise
• Music emerges from a pristine background, with delicate details and nuances intact
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In summary, NuPrime’s sonic character stands well apart from – and indeed above – the soft, cushy sound we often associate with most tubed amplification or the dry, edgy sound we often associate with solid-state and switching technology. Rarely does an amp achieve an ideal balance of richly textured timbres and harmonics, bottom-end authority, startling dynamics, exquisite low-level detail, and a fully revealed, fully dimensional soundstage against a backdrop of mile-deep silence.
Specifications:
• Inputs:
o RCA: Un-Balanced input x 8
o XLR: Balanced input x 8
• Outputs:
o Stereo Speaker Out x 8
o or
o Mono Speaker Out x 4
• Power: 8 X 210W at 4 & 8 Ohms / 4 X 400W @ 4 & 8 Ohms. MCH-K38 is able to maintain the same power rating at 8 Ohms due to a large power supply.
• Input Impedance: 47k Ohms
• Gain: x 22
• SNR < -95 dB
• THD+N: 0.02% (Stereo) / 0.01% (Mono)
• Frequency Response: 10Hz to 50kHz
• Worldwide AC voltage: (115 VAC / 230 VAC)
• AC Fuse: Slow-blow, 7A, 250VAC
• Dimension: 430.3 mm W x 378.7 mm D x 98.55 mm H (including feet)
• Weight: 14.5 kg
• Color: Black
EVOKE Eddie Stand Mount Speakers - $3695 Retail (introductory price $2995)
Eddie’s Exclusive Strat F1 Planar
It’s in the execution of art and science. The proprietary Strat F1 puts other planars and ribbons to shame.
How dare we claim that the Strat F1 is so great? Well, the Strat F1 uses the strongest neodymium magnets and the most rigid structure imaginable. And when you put a physicist who is a musician in charge of creating the F1 there are virtually no compromises.
And confidentially, there are a few secrets that add to the mix. Like patented internal damping techniques and diaphragm tensioning processes. This results in drivers having less than a .5db difference in production. So in the end, the Strat F1 is highly efficient, has wide dynamic range, extended frequency response, consistent quality and is virtually distortion free.
The TruFlat Ribbon Tweeter
Eddie also features a TruFlat ribbon tweeter to compliment the transparency and speed of the Strat F1 driver. It crosses over at the sweet spot between both drivers so that each is optimized within its given frequency range. This not only extends frequency response on the top end but also maintains continuity in dispersion.
Making the ribbon even better is its reliability. Unlike other delicate ribbons with pleated diaphragms, the TruFlat features a flat ribbon. The result is driver stability for performance that lasts over time.
The RM7 Woofer
Finding a woofer for Eddie presented an even greater challenge. The driver had to be specifically designed to match the Strat F1. Variations were considered including size, cabinet alignment and different Thiele-Small parameters. In the end the RM7 proved a match to the Strat F1.
It features a low mass cone and extends the low end to the point where you may feel a subwoofer is not needed [except for home theater and very high output levels]. The heavily cast frame stabilizes extended linear cone excursion. And the phase plug breaks up the anomalies inherent to a cone driver to approach the performance of a flat planar.
T-Phase System Integration
Time and Phase. These may be two of the most contentious words in the loudspeaker business – One reason being all the misinformation and opinions that have been propagated by consumers and speaker companies alike.
Let’s consider this daunting task. Time and phase are affected by the baffle and driver placement. Each driver has its own phase components that change with frequency. Crossover components introduce their own phase and delay issues. Then imagine three drivers interacting with each other!
That should give you an idea of the complexity presented by time and phase. Then add in things Eddie can’t control – the position of your speakers, where you sit and the acoustics of your room.
So what does Eddie do? He takes an overall approach called T-Phase System Integration. By considering all factors together Eddie achieves excellent results in both time alignment and phase coherence. The result is fast attack time for wide dynamics and coherent phase for spacial imaging.
Distortion and Dynamic Range
Eddie’s design and engineering has brought together an excellent speaker. The end result comes together to deliver a musical performance that you can hear. Eddie has incredible dynamic range revealing the subtle harmonics of a recording as well as its dynamic crescendos.
How is that possible? Most other speakers lack dynamics, are fatiguing and just sound loud – that’s because in reality you are listening to distortion. Eddie sounds better because of the lack of distortion. As a result you may not realize just how loud you are playing Eddie!
Specifications
89dB/1 w/1 m
Frequency Response32 – 30Khz, +3 / -3 dB
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohms
Suggested Amplifier Power 50 – 200 Watts
TweeterTrue Flat Ribbon
MidrangeStrat F1 Planar
Woofer7″ RM7
Select Components Mundorf Supreme | Vishay
KyroCabinet: Height23 3/4" Width10 1/4" Depth15 1/2″ [16″ with Grille]
Cabinet Finish“Post Modern” American Walnut
Removable GrilleBlack, Invisible Magnets
Approximate Weight50 Lbs.
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