90%
GoldenEar SuperSat 50 and 50C
The SuperSat 50 is a slim, 27” long, 2.5”-deep speaker which is available in both a vertical version (on-wall or on optional Table/Shelf or Floor stand) as well as a horizontal, center-channel-optimized version, the SuperSat 50C. Its powerful and dynamic output capabilities make it the ideal center channel for a Triton based theater system, as well as a perfect choice to go alongside a wall- or shelf-mounted flat screen. Of course, the 2.5” depth makes it a perfect on-wall match for the new generation of super thin flat screens.
Its cabinet is constructed from piano-gloss-black-finished aerospace-grade aluminum and contains two GoldenEar 4.5” cast basket bass/midrange drivers with Multi-Vaned Phase Plug (MVPP) configured in a D’Appolito array, surrounding the High-Velocity Folded Ribbon tweeter. Two 4”x 7” quadratic planar low-frequency radiators complete the driver complement. Wall mounting is easily accomplished using the threaded inserts or keyhole mounts on the rear, or table top using the optional smoked-glass Table/Shelf Stand 50, or even floor standing using the optional SuperStand Floor Stand – note total height of speaker and floor stand is 48″. The horizontal SuperSat 50C center-channel version includes adjustable leveling feet allowing for multiple angles when shelf/table top mounting.
Dealers selling GoldenEar near you
Airy, detailed highs from the HVFR tweeter lead the SuperSat 50 and 50C, matched with surprisingly punchy low end from their quadratic planar passive radiators and engaging, well-centered mids. The result is a wide, precise soundstage with ample dynamic headroom and sensitivity—attributes HomeTheaterHifi highlights for performance and value.
Pros
- Extended, sweet treble with low harshness from the folded-ribbon HVFR tweeter, delivering detailed, non-fatiguing highs.
- Impressive, well-focused soundstage and precise imaging that belies the compact enclosure.
- Surprisingly robust low-frequency output for the form factor thanks to quadratic planar passive radiators, adding palpable bass weight.
&
Cons
- Some low-frequency distortion reported at high output; reviewers recommend a ~120–140Hz high-pass filter in certain setups to tame bass.
Sound Quality
91/100
Bass
89/100
Reviewers repeatedly note surprising low-frequency heft for the compact drivers and passive-radiator design (the 4"x7" quadratic planar radiators). HomeTheaterHifi said the SuperSat 50C "contribute[d] to the bass performance felt as if another small subwoofer had been added" while also flagging elevated THD at lower frequencies and recommending a ~120–140Hz HPF in some setups.
Mid
91/100
Multiple reviews praise vocal clarity and texture: "Vocals were exceptionally textured" and "overall vocal clarity." Midrange is described as full and engaging, delivering good presence and low listening fatigue.
Treble
92/100
The HVFR (High-Velocity Folded Ribbon) tweeter is consistently credited for extended, sweet treble with low harshness: "high notes never sounded harsh" and lack of the usual aluminum-dome 'hash'—supporting detailed, non-fatiguing highs.
Soundstage Imaging
93/100
Reviewers emphasize an expansive, well-focused soundstage: "amazing sense of imaging," "never found myself focusing on one speaker or the other," and the speakers "disappeared" in-room—strong imaging for the form factor.
Dynamics
90/100
Speakers are reported to play loudly with little strain and have high sensitivity (91 dB), with reviewers noting good dynamic headroom and suitability for larger rooms when paired with appropriate amplification.
Show Less
Build Quality
90/100
Build and fit-and-finish received positive mention: "well built with strong attention to detail" and "excellent fit-n-finish." Drivers and cabinet engineering (passive radiators, MVPP drivers) are repeatedly noted.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Typical single set of speaker-level inputs for a passive bookshelf/center; no extra DSP/streaming expected or penalized.
Value for Money
89/100
At the listed price (~$650), reviewers call the system a strong value—"provide a lot of great sound for the money" and favorable versus many more expensive speakers—making this a compelling performance-to-price proposition.
Reviews
Online Reviews & Mentions
YouTube Reviews
No reviews found yet
Forum Mentions
No forum mentions found yet
FAST, EASY & NEAR
Find GoldenEar Verified Dealers Near You
GoldenEar dealers in the map