LSA-1 Statements are considered to be one of the best monitors available at their $2799.00 retail price, asking $1295.00. They were named one of the ten best $2000-$3,000.00 speakers by The Absolute Sound. They were just listed again in their Editors Choice for 2015 at $2799.00 for the pair.
The Statement version of the LSA-1 bookshelf uses a folded ribbon tweeter with all upgraded internal components in the box and crossover. All mods were done by John Tucker of Exemplar audio and who also is now a VP at L.S.A. Sonics are truly exceptional. Every mention of this speaker is a glowing rave. This is an Usher Tiny Dancer killer and a wonderful $2799.00 a pair speakers. Bass is superb for such a small speaker. Dynamics and transparency are both world class.
Product description directly from the L.S.A. website...
Heralded as one of the best monitor speakers available under $3000, the LSA1 Statements are a musical work of art.
The Statement monitor’s totally rebuilt crossover boasts Auricap capacitors, Mills wire-wound resistors, lambs wool damping and a massive 12 gauge air core ribbon inductor. The higher current capability of the inductor yields better dynamics and more control of low frequencies, enabling the Statements to deliver convincing bass down to and below 40 cycles.
Our design team spent countless hours performing measurements and listening tests while incorporating a premium grade folded ribbon tweeter. Integration is seamless. High frequency performance is detailed, effortless and extended flat beyond 30kHz.
The Statement monitors convey music in its most natural and uninhibited form - always detailed, engaging, and supremely organic. Several patrons have reported loss of sleep as a ’side effect’ of ownership, due to extended evening listening sessions. We receive this as the music lover’s highest form of praise.
Specs are as follows: Finishes: Rosewood Veneer Connectivity: Bi-wire recommended, jumpers provided Tweeter: Folded Ribbon Mid-bass: 6 1/4" Treated Paper Frequency Response: 42-40KHz Crossover Point: 3KHz Impedance: 6 Ohms Efficiency: 88dB Dimensions: 13.5"H x 14.5"D x 8.75"W Weight: 24lb each
These particular Rosewood
examples are in excellent overall condition cosmetically and operationally. Rated 8 due to I am not the original owner and there are some minute, very, very fine light surface scratches on the bottom of both which cannot be displayed since they are on the bottom. This issue can be easily addressed with ultra fine steel wool and wood polish although since they are not seen, I would leave well enough alone. Asking $1295.00 but am entertaining serious offers...
Links to reviews:
http://www.thelsagroup.com/http://www.soundstage.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=61:lsa-group-lsa1-statement-loudspeakers&catid=8&Itemid=146http://www.stereomojo.com/LSA%20ONE%20MONITOR%20SPEAKER%20REVIEW/LSAONEMONITORSPEAKERREVIEW.htmhttp://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/penaudio-cenya-audio-physic-step-25-and-lsa1-statement-monitors-tas-224/Includes:
box, manual and clear adhesive rubber footers
Additional images are available upon request....
