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Ophidian Incanto
INCANTO is the spiritual successor to our award winning P3 Evolution. This mid-sized 3-way design uses many elements of the former speaker in combination with technology from our new flagship VOODOO loudspeaker.
Triple 175mm bass drivers coupled to our unique AEROFLEX bass loading technology allow INCANTO to reproduce huge scale and dynamics from a relatively compact cabinet.
Key to the smooth tonal balance is a 50mm soft dome midrange driver in a sealed unit capable of reproducing instruments and voice with astonishing accuracy.
The highest frequencies are handled by the same 22mm dome tweeter as featured in our flagship VOODOO loudspeaker ensuring crystal clear output without fatigue for long listening sessions
INCANTO uses the finest crossover components from renowned manufacturer Mundorf including air cored coils and metal oxide resistors for superb resolution.
Features
• Triple 175mm black anodised aluminium woofers featuring copper shorting rings
• 50mm soft dome midrange driver in self contained unit
• 22mm soft dome Sonomex high frequency unit with wide roll surround and large magnet
• AEROFLEX port system for a precisely controlled bass performance
• High quality Mundorf crossover components
• Detachable magnetic protective grilles
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Thrilling, chest‑palpating low end and addictive, concert‑like dynamics define the Incanto, thanks to its unique Aeroflex loading and triple-woofer array. Reviewers praise its open, natural midband and seamless driver integration, delivering strong midrange clarity and smooth treble, plus a deep, well-defined soundstage that belies the cabinet's modest footprint — a rare mix of power, poise and exceptional value.
Pros
- Deep, controlled bass from the Aeroflex hybrid loading and triple 175mm drivers, delivering low‑distortion, chest‑palpating slam.
- Exceptional dynamic expression and slam — moves a lot of air with speed and composure even at higher volumes.
- Open, natural midrange and seamless driver integration that yields clear, convincing vocals and tonal detail.
- Hand-built UK cabinets with excellent fit-and-finish and strong sonic value at the £6,000/pair price point.
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Cons
- Impedance dips close to ~2Ω through parts of the mid‑bass, so the Incanto needs a robust solid‑state or high‑current amp—low‑output tube amps are not ideal.
- Although bass is powerful and controlled, reviewers note it doesn’t quite match the deepest extension of a true transmission‑line design.
- Some buyers may be hesitant about the lack of a major‑brand badge despite the speaker’s strong performance.
Sound Quality
94/100
Bass
96/100
Triple 175mm-woofer array with Aeroflex hybrid loading tuned to ~36Hz. Reviewers report palpating square-wave bass, low distortion sub-300Hz, and 'impressively extended' bottom end; controlled port behaviour and good low-velocity loading cited. Matches reference-class triple-woofer band (excellent ceiling).
Mid
94/100
High energy through the presence region with a 500Hz crossover enabling strong vocal presence. Reviews describe open, vital midrange, seamless driver integration, and natural-sounding voices with low masking from lower harmonics.
Treble
92/100
Smooth, textured treble from a coated fabric dome with peak-free response beyond 20kHz. Reviewers note detail without brightness or harshness and good extension/air.
Soundstage Imaging
93/100
Deep, well-defined, tall and wide soundstage with stable imaging; retains off-axis cues and fills room convincingly when placed away from side walls. Multiple reviewers praised three-dimensional space and coherent centre fill.
Dynamics
95/100
Noted for impressive micro- and macro-dynamics, slam and speed; moves a lot of air even at low/medium levels and remains unflappable at high volumes. Reviewers describe punch, attack and concert-like dynamic contrasts.
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Build Quality
92/100
Hand-built cabinets with excellent fit and finish (light oak sample), matched veneer and precise driver fit; mid sealed in its own sub-enclosure and solid aluminium-cone woofers. Construction cited as comparable to major brands.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive floorstander — baseline passive score applied. Specs: 89dB sensitivity, 4Ω nominal, recommended 50–250W; review notes dips toward ~2Ω in mid-bass, advising careful amp pairing.
Value for Money
94/100
At £6,000 reviewers called the Incanto 'extremely strong value' and said it outperforms many alternatives at up to twice the price, explicitly citing its sonic bang-for-buck.
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