Perlisten S7t
The S7t marries deep, agile bass with controlled directivity, creating a vast, sharply focused stage that stays composed at lifelike levels. James Larson found its presentation natural, dynamic and genuinely full-range, while The Ear praised its relaxed transparency and reflection-taming DPC array. This is reference-scale sound with unusual close-range flexibility.
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Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
96/100
Build Quality
94/100
Value for Money
95/100
Pros
Deep, clean full-range bass delivers serious extension, speed and texture without requiring a subwoofer for most systems.
Exceptional dynamic headroom remains clear and unstrained through demanding orchestral, electronic and cinema material.
Controlled dispersion supports expansive, focused imaging with natural detail and smooth, non-fatiguing treble.
Cons
Its neutral low-bass voicing can sound slightly restrained in larger rooms for listeners who prefer extra 40-70Hz weight.
Getting the best from its distinctive bass balance and tuning options benefits from careful setup and room consideration.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 96/100
Reviews portray the S7t as an exceptionally composed full-range loudspeaker: highly resolved and transparent, yet smooth, relaxed and free of artificial edge. Its unusually deep, clean bass, natural tonal balance, expansive imaging and unflustered high-level capability make it especially persuasive with demanding music, cinema and large-scale recordings.
Bass
97/100
The Ear calls the low end seriously deep, fast, textured and as clean as the rest of the range, while Audioholics found it genuinely full-range and saw no need for subwoofer support. The Absolute Sound measured useful flat output to 28Hz and praised its outstanding tonal detail, though it noted that upper-bass output in a large room may be slightly lighter than some listeners prefer.
Mid
96/100
The Ear found the midrange clean, uncoloured and highly detailed, with natural vocals that retained depth and expression even at high playback levels. Audioholics likewise praised realistic voices and instruments, citing exceptional clarity and natural timbre.
Treble
96/100
The Absolute Sound heard rich detail and excellent tonal smoothness without etch, glare or roll-off, describing a treble presentation that resolves fine information naturally. The Ear similarly found the upper range clean and controlled, remaining composed rather than becoming shouty at elevated volume.
Soundstage Imaging
96/100
The Absolute Sound found an unusually large and believable stage, with excellent width, convincing depth and strong continuity between performers. The Ear and Audioholics also heard focused images, vivid placement and enhanced depth, crediting the controlled dispersion for reducing reflection-related blur.
Dynamics
97/100
The S7t repeatedly impressed reviewers with its ability to move from very quiet passages to orchestral climaxes without strain. The Ear reported seemingly limitless headroom and no audible compression, while Audioholics described dynamics that recalled live performance without the associated harshness.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
94/100
Reviewers describe a substantial, carefully engineered enclosure, with a roughly 56kg cabinet, steel plinth, outriggers and well-executed feet. Audioholics calls the HDF construction heavy-duty and extremely inert, while The Ear also highlights the high-quality copper bi-wire terminals.
Value for Money
95/100
At roughly $21,000-$22,000 per pair, the S7t is unquestionably a high-end purchase, but reviewers consider its performance compelling within that market. The Ear calls the Perlisten range arguably the best-value high-end loudspeaker range to arrive in recent times, and Audioholics judges the S7t expensive but still good value.
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Specifications
- Enclosure Alignment
- 4-way bass reflex / acoustic suspension
- Driver compliment
- DPC-Array: 28mm Beryllium 28mm(2) Textreme TPCD Woofers: 180mm(4) Textreme TPCD
- Sensitivity
- 92.2dB / 2.83v / 1.0m
- Impedance
- 4Ω nominal / 3.2Ω min
- Frequency Response (+/-1.5dB)
- 80 - 20kHz
- Frequency Response (-10dB)
- Bass reflex: 22 - 37kHz Acoustic suspension: 32 - 37kHz
- Typical In Room bass extension
- Bass reflex: 16Hz Acoustic suspension: 23Hz
- Dimensions (HxWxD)
- 1295 x 240 x 400mm 51.0 x 9.5 x 15.7"
- Weight
- 55.7 kg (122.5 lbs.)
- Recommended Amplifier Power
- 100 - 600W RMS
- SPL capability (100-20kHz)
- 117dB peak <2% - 2nd, 3rd Harmonics
- Certification
- THX Dominus
- Available finishes
- Piano black, Gloss white
Manufacturer's Description — Perlisten
Hear what’s hidden in the music you love
Effortless dynamics and lightspeed transients the S7t will reveal layers within the recording that you have never heard before. The S7t will reignite that passion for your favorite music catalog.
AWARD WINNING SPEAKER
The Perlisten Audio S7t speaker has garnered widespread acclaim and numerous awards for its exceptional performance and innovative design. Renowned for its precise sound reproduction, the S7t has impressed both audiophiles and critics alike. Its advanced technology, including a unique DPC-Array and sophisticated driver design, has set new benchmarks in the high-end audio market. This flagship model has been celebrated for delivering an unparalleled listening experience, earning prestigious awards from top audio publications and industry organizations, solidifying its position as a leader in luxury audio.
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MODEL S7 TOWER: Our most advanced speaker to date. When the highest fidelity is what matters most. Featuring our proprietary DPC-Array controlling Mid/High frequencies, centered by our finest 28mm Beryllium dome and dual 28mm TPCD ultra-lightweight domes. All transducers are developed ground up by our engineers – bringing decades of research, culminating in this world class design. We teamed up with companies in the USA and Sweden to bring modern material science to hi-fi. Utilizing advanced Comsol acoustical modeling, our DPC-array is the result of 18 months of painstaking simulations and prototyping. The result is one of the most technologically advanced loudspeakers available. This new tweeter/waveguide DPC-Array delivers amazing accuracy, smoothness, and directivity control to handle the critical vocal range and delicate treble. All S-Series speakers share the same DPC-Array and benefit from our unique timbre matching technique across the entire series. Custom bass drivers made from thin-ply carbon diaphragms (TPCD) can be configured as bass reflex or acoustic suspension and adjusted for listener preference. True full range performance with unparalleled dynamic range and musical finesse. The PERLISTEN S-Series speakers also have the distinguished honor to be the world’s first and only loudspeakers to be certified for THX Dominus – their highest rating. A mark of achievement.
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