Characteristics and sound properties
The ARIA MHT is a variant of the popular smaller ARIA shelf-top speaker. Instead of being fitted with a fabric dome driver, the ARIA MHT has the excellent MHT 12 8 Ohm magnetostat. As a result, the crossover had to be tuned exactly to match the two drivers. Since magnetostats should not be separated at too low a frequency, the transfer frequency was set at 5000 Hz. This results in extremely clear high-frequency output even at high volumes. Getting the crossover to the right level to allow the TI 100 8 Ohm to operate up to 5000 Hz took some effort. This high-end mid-bass unit can produce unusually long cone excursion due to its long voice coil, which means it can generate a bass output level that is surprising considering the compact size. Thanks to the extremely rigid titanium diaphragm, the TI 100 8 Ohm stands out in the mid-range due to excellent overall presence and vocal clarity. In conjunction with the silky smooth treble range for which magnetostats are famous, this combination is a clear contender for the premium high-end loudspeaker league. Although the ARIA MHT produces powerful bass when used as a shelf speaker, it makes sense to add an active subwoofer if you need to emphasise the lowest frequencies.
Technical Data: |
Rated power | 40 W |
Maximum power | 60 W |
Nominal impedance Z | 8 Ohm |
Frequency response | 65–40000 Hz |
Mean sound pressure level | 83 dB (1 W/1 m) |
Cut-off frequency | 5000 Hz |
Principle of Housing | Bassreflex |
Net volume | 3,8 l |
Outer dimension height | 270 mm |
Outer dimension width | 160 mm |
Outer dimension depth | 160 mm |
Component parts list for 1 box
The kit includes all the components listed here but not the cabinet.
Tweeter | MHT 12 8 Ohm | 1 pc. |
Woofer | TI 100 8 Ohm | 1 pc. |
Crossover | Crossover ARIA MHT | 1 pc. |
Bass reflex tube | BR 6.8 (full length) | 1 pc. |
Terminal | ST 77 | 1 pc. |
Damping material | Polyester wool | 0.25 bags |
Wood screws | 3.5 x 19 mm | 8 pcs. |
Countersunk screws | 3.5 x 25 mm | 4 pcs. |
Cable | 2 x 1.5 mm² | 0.75 m |