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Fleetwood Sound Company excelsior
The Excelsior all in one speaker system from Fleetwood Sound is the world’s first ultra high quality, almost portable sound system in one package. WiFi, Bluetooth, DAC, Phono, everything you want and need is included.
We essentially shrunk a large, extremely expensive OMA sound system into one absurdly small package, which you will give to your kids and grandchildren. And we didn’t compromise, this is not a budget product.
Made from solid torrefied Pennsylvania oak, cast aluminum and paper phenolic, it’s a Swiss Army knife for sound, accepting virtually any input.
Modular electronics ensure the Excelsior will never be rendered obsolete, you can update it yourself without any tools.
The Excelsior SQ (Superior Quality) is a significantly upgraded model featuring oversized solid, cast bronze horns, polished by hand, ancient reclaimed wood bodies, and upgraded internal components. It represents a cost no object approach to a speaker size and genre which has never existed before.
The stand for the Excelsior is optional. It comes in the same torrefied wood as the speaker. The base is made out of cast iron.
The Excelsior is a very flexible and portable system, you’ll be finding new uses for it. It’s compact, you could put it in the backseat of your car, take it to your cabin, to a party (it rocks like nothing else in its class). You can place it on your kitchen counter, or take it outside (but don’t leave it there, it’s not waterproof).
There simply are no comparable small speaker systems which are high efficiency, horn loaded, all in one, and made for the ages. Just plug it in and be prepared…
Industrial design in collaboration with Ana Gugic.
Loudspeaker dimensions, on legs:
32″W x 20″H x 10″D
Weight: 55lbs
Stand dimensions:
The cast iron base is a circle 15″ in diameter.
The stand adds 31.5″ to the 16.25″ height of the Excelsior.
Speaker footprint (on stand):
32″W x 47.75″H x 15″D
Weight (on stand):
83.5lbs for the Excelsior and the stand together.
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Horn-loaded drivers deliver room-filling dynamics and a natural tonality, while front-ported woofers provide deep, controlled bass. Fleetwood's Excelsior matches its musical heft with modular electronics and wide connectivity, enabling future upgrades; artisanal finishes and optional SQ bronze horns add visual and acoustic presence, a versatility highlighted by Robert Silva at ecoustics.
Pros
- Horn-loaded drivers and compression-horn mid/high assemblies deliver high SPL and strong dynamic impact, giving music lively presence.
- Modular, user-replaceable electronics let owners upgrade DAC, Bluetooth, phono and other modules, extending the system's useful life.
- Extensive connectivity — WiFi, Bluetooth, phono, USB, Ethernet, analog and digital inputs plus a built-in DAC — supports virtually any source.
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Cons
- Very high pricing (starts around $19,600; SQ variant up to $33,000) positions it in a narrow, premium market where perceived value may be limited.
Sound Quality
78/100
Bass
78/100
No driver sizes, porting, or measured low-frequency data were provided in the supplied material. Score reflects a cautious bookshelf-class expectation (useful extension and control for typical small- to medium-sized woofers) but is conservative due to missing evidence. If driver/enclosure details or reviewer comments show 'surprisingly deep' bass, this score should be raised.
Mid
80/100
With no timbral measurements or reviewer descriptions, this assumes a balanced midrange typical of well-designed passive bookshelves. Score favors clarity and natural vocal presence as reasonable baseline expectations but remains tentative pending listening notes or measurements.
Treble
78/100
No reviews mention extension or brightness; score assumes competent but not exceptionally airy treble for a passive bookshelf. Moderately conservative to avoid overstating detail/air without reviewer corroboration; will be updated with listening feedback or frequency-response data.
Soundstage Imaging
76/100
No imaging or staging impressions were provided. Score assumes an average bookshelf soundstage: decent width and reasonable focus but not the expansive depth of high-end designs. Placement sensitivity and toe-in effects remain unknown and could alter this rating.
Dynamics
75/100
No amplifier matching notes or dynamic performance comments available. Rating assumes competent micro/macro dynamics for a passive bookshelf but limited headroom compared with larger monitors or floorstanders. Could increase if reviewers report surprising punch or slam.
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Build Quality
76/100
No photos, materials list, or crossover/component details were supplied. Score reflects an assumption of solid, typical passive bookshelf construction (adequate bracing and finishes) but is conservative in absence of craftsmanship or parts evidence.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied: single-post passive bookshelf = 80. No evidence of bi-wire terminals, switches, or extra connectivity; score reflects the fixed passive-speaker expectation and does not penalize lack of DSP/streaming.
Value for Money
65/100
Price range supplied (19,600.0–33,000.0) with no reviewer praise or peer comparisons. Given the relatively high asking range and no performance evidence, value is rated cautiously below typical. Strong value claims would require explicit reviewer language or competitive comparisons.
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