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Audiovector Trapeze Reimagined
A NEW ANGLE ON AUDIO PERFECTION
In 1979 Ole Klifoth launched the Trapeze. In doing so, he created the blueprint for all Audiovector speakers to come – including the pioneering focus on linear dynamics and linear phase through a true 6 dB per octave crossover. Fast forward 45 years and the new Trapeze Reimagined is based on the same principles as the original heritage model. And brought up to date with the very best, most innovative technology available.
A homage to the company’s very first loudspeaker. The embodiment of our passion, innovation, and love of music. And quite simply, a thing of beauty. A 3-way floor standing design, the Trapeze Reimagined features a proprietary 12-inch high-power mid/bass driver. A 5-inch-high speed midrange. And the only AMT-tweeter on the market that stays true to the original design from audio genius Dr. Oscar Heil.
The three drivers combine to achieve an even power, flat frequency response to match the famous Brûel & Kjaer ideal room response. A diffraction absorbing felt area around the treble and midrange drivers helps to create a rare and natural soundstage: prepare to be transported to the atmospheric heart of a live event. The low frequency tuning adds weight and drama to any music.
The extremely low distortion of the bass driver allows unusually natural and dynamic vocals as well as a beautifully rich sound without boom or bloom that just sounds so right. No problems with bass, midrange, or treble. Just an open, rich, musical, and rhythmic reproduction of all kinds of music in all kinds of settings.
Colours and Veneers
At Audiovector we only use carefully selected real wood veneers.
We offer a wide variety of custom painted finishes which are painted in Denmark.
Standard matte finishes: Nordic Oak, Black Ash, Italian Walnut, White Silk.
BLACK CLOTH GRILLE INCLUDED
CUSTOM PIANO COLOURS ON REQUEST
- White Silk
- Italian Walnut
- Black Ash
- Nordic Oak
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Deep, tight bass is the defining trait of the Trapeze Reimagined, its isobaric 12"+8" compound low end delivering slam with surprising agility. An AMT treble and focused five‑inch midrange yield airy highs and articulate vocals, while the angled cabinet sharpens timing and presence. Reviewers at HomeTheaterHifi and What Hi‑Fi? praised its musicality and headroom.
Pros
- Exceptional low‑end extension and slam from the isobaric 12"+8" compound bass, delivering deep, tuneful bass without boom.
- Natural, well‑integrated midrange that preserves vocal clarity and instrument timing across genres.
- Extended, detailed highs from the Audiovector SEC AMT that remain refined and free of peaky glare.
- Impressive dynamics and headroom — it plays loud with composure, punch and rhythmic drive.
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Cons
- Stereo imaging can be slightly less expansive in depth compared with some compact reference speakers.
- Freedom Grounding accessory improves clarity but adds notable extra cost to the system.
- A few reviewers noted occasional softening of attack transients or slight detail obscuration at extreme levels.
Sound Quality
92/100
Bass
96/100
Large isobaric bass (12" + internal 8") delivers deep, chest-thumping extension with slam and agility. Multiple reviewers praised its "meaty/chewy" low end, "room-shaking" impact and said a subwoofer is unnecessary for most listeners.
Mid
92/100
Reviewers consistently note a natural, well-delineated midrange with low coloration and strong vocal presence. One review flagged slight resonance/relative thinness in places, but overall the midband is authoritative and engaging.
Treble
90/100
AMT tweeter provides extended, detailed highs that are never peaky and offer good dispersion and air. A few notes of softened leading-edge transients under extreme load were reported, but treble is refined and well controlled.
Soundstage Imaging
89/100
Imaging is first-rate with a slightly deeper-than-wide presentation and good focus/stability. Some reviewers noted it could be a touch more expansive in depth, but overall spatial portrayal is convincing and three-dimensional.
Dynamics
92/100
Excellent macro- and micro-dynamics: strong slam, punch and headroom; can play very loud without sounding stressed. A few reports of detail obscuration or softened attack at extreme levels, but dynamic expression is generally infectious.
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Build Quality
91/100
Rigid HDF cabinet with heavy bracing, aircraft‑grade aluminium fascias and quality fittings; finishes described as luxurious. Construction aimed at reducing cabinet-induced coloration and supporting the drivers effectively.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive tower baseline applied. Speakers include high‑quality binding posts, a three‑position damping switch and Audiovector's Freedom Grounding terminal, but as a passive design score remains at the passive baseline.
Value for Money
84/100
At ~$19.9k the Trapeze Ri sits in a competitive segment. Reviewers say it 'holds its own' and offers exceptional fun, bass and musicality for the price, though competition is fierce.
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