Bookshelf Speaker Reviews

Energy Take Classic Speaker System At A Glance

At A Glance

Subwoofer: Take Classic Subwoofer
Connections: Line-level stereo in, speaker- level stereo in/out
Enclosure Type: Vented
Woofer (size in inches, type): 8, polypropylene
Power Rating (watts): 200 peak
Crossover Bypass: No
Available Finishes: High-Gloss Black
Dimensions (W x H x D, inches): 12.6 x 12.6 x 12.6
Weight (pounds): 19.7
Price: $599/set

Speaker: Take Classic Satellite
Type: Two-way
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 0.75, aluminum dome
Woofer (size in inches, type): 3, poly-titanium cone
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts): 20–100
Available Finishes: High-Gloss Black
Dimensions (W x H x D, inches): 4.13 x 6.86 x 4.13
Weight (pounds): 2.9
Price: $599/set

Speaker: Take Classic Center
Type: Two-way
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 0.75, aluminum dome
Woofer (size in inches, type): 3, poly-titanium cone
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts): 20–100
Available Finishes: High-Gloss Black
Dimensions (W x H x D, inches): 10.25 x 4.13 x 4.13
Weight (pounds): 3.2
Price: $599/set

Manufacturer Information
Energy Speaker Systems
(416) 321-1800
energy-speakers.com

COMPANY INFO
Energy Speaker Systems
(416) 321-1800
energy-speakers.com
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COMMENTS
Toomuch_'s picture
Submitted by Toomuch_ on October 29, 2012 - 8:36pm

Hello,

I have to say that this review of the Take Classics is probably the most in-depth and detailed one available, great job! I have a question, and before I go any further, I want to let you know that am not an audiophile, but am taking a great interest in the field. I own a Yamaha RX-A2000 along with the 5.1 take classic speakers.

Based on manufacturer's specs the center's -3dB point is at 110hz and the surrounds at 115hz. According to your measures, the center is at 94hz and the surrounds at 111hz.

Therefore I've set the crossover for my center at 110hz and for the surrounds at 120hz. I am just a bit concerned that I might be loosing some range as the center is rated at 110 and crossover is the exact same, not giving any room to play with.

Is it possible that my system would not rate the same as the one you tested? Could there be a technical difference from one batch to the next of the same speakers?

I just want to make sure I am exploiting the best out of my speakers.

Thank you,

Toomuch

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