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Triangle Magellan - Cello 40th
Premium Floorstanding Speaker - Magellan Cello 40th
All the magic of music unfolds in this compact 110cm high 3-way floorstander. The real achievement lies in the transfer of the performance of the MAGELLAN Grand Concert into a modestly sized speaker.
The TZ2900 horn tweeter features a next generation dome in magnesium alloy that enhances the finest details of your recordings. This transducer brings out all the details of the upper harmonics.
Specialized in the midrange frequency range, Triangle perpetuates its tradition with a 16cm driver with a paper diaphragm and small pleat suspensions, reproducing the vocal register with great neutrality and without the slightest coloration.
The sandwich technology developed by the aerospace industry ensures that the two bass drivers are extremely lightweight and at the same time also exceptionally rigid.
The Cello achieves a unique kind of intensity. The listening experience is pure unlimited pleasure regardless of the type of music, delivered with magnificent scale and it is never fatiguing. It has a wide array of musical skills. It is as perfectly at ease at high volume as it is for intimate listening and is suitable for rooms measuring 25 to 50 m2.
LHS2 Cooling system
The high rigidity die-cast aluminum basket has a heat sink ring in contact with the back of the yoke – the heat conduction ring. This ring collects heat dissipated from the core and the yoke and brings it towards the outer cover.
The power handling capacity for each speaker can thus exceed 200 W RMS. This system prevents the risk of overheating and ensures better speaker performance.
As an example, a 20° change is measurable over 120 minutes, with a pink noise registered at 100 watts and filtered with high pass at 80Hz.
SVA Membrane
The driver features a proprietary SVA diaphragm. This computer-modeled composite diaphragm is characterized by a ‘sandwich’ structure, composed of a double sheet of fiberglass with a cellulose pulp internal structure.
It provides the ideal combination of mass damping and rigidity to the moving coil. The driver thus handles strong impulses without distortion.
Horn-loaded tweeter with a magnesium dome
The TZ2900PM tweeter is equipped with a next generation dome in magnesium alloy providing a significant improvement in terms of consistency. Its horn is shaped to limit directivity, i.e., off-axis drop in high frequency level. Together with the phase plug, this pairing allows the frequency response to be linearized.
We also added a counter-cap to the motor to reduce rear waves reflections, limit distortion and control the upper end of the sound spectrum. The TZ2900PM-MG tweeter provides an exceptionally smooth and fluid musical quality whilst ensuring accurate sound reproduction.
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As Fidelity Magazine and HiFi News noted, a standout is its lavish midrange and singer-forward presence, delivering a coherent, energetic performance that thrills with orchestral and vocal detail. Reviewers also note a tight, controlled low end and an airy treble that creates a broad, deep soundstage. The Cello pairs high-sensitivity efficiency with sumptuous finishing, making it both musical and visually commanding.
Pros
- Lavish, revealing midrange with exceptional vocal presence and tonal accuracy.
- Controlled, deep bass extension to ~35Hz with a tight, non-spongy character and strong dynamic headroom.
- Airy, well-integrated treble and wide, deep soundstage that places instruments convincingly.
- Exceptional build and finish—multi-layer HDF cabinet, high-gloss veneers and engineered plinth/isolation details.
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Cons
- Slightly limited articulation in the deepest octave—bass can sound conservative on very heavy low-frequency material.
- Requires careful positioning and setup; the plinth/spike arrangement and toe-in significantly affect balance and stability.
Sound Quality
93/100
Bass
92/100
Dual 6.5" woofers and front-firing reflex deliver extension to ~35Hz with controlled, non-spongy character; reviewers praised the cultivated, ultra-clean low end but noted a slight conservatism/limited articulation in the deepest octaves on some program material (Fidelity, StereoNET, HiFi News).
Mid
96/100
Multiple reviewers highlighted a gloriously liquid, lavish and revealing midrange with excellent vocal presence and tonal accuracy; the mid driver covers a wide band allowing shallow crossovers and coherent presentation (StereoNET, Fidelity, HiFi News).
Treble
93/100
Horn-processed magnesium dome tweeter with phase plug yields clear, airy treble with attractive breathiness on woodwinds and low harshness; toe-in adjustments soften the top end further for an integrated response (Fidelity, StereoNET, HiFi News).
Soundstage Imaging
92/100
Reviewers describe a broad, deep and airy panorama with precise placement and playful instrumental layering; not the most pinpoint-imaging speaker but very generous and convincing in scale and spatiality (Fidelity, StereoNET, Audiophilepure, HiFi News).
Dynamics
93/100
Speakers convey strong micro- and macro-dynamic contrasts, with energy, snap and authoritative tutti power when required; reviewers noted the Cello retains composure and headroom without running out of steam (StereoNET, Fidelity, HiFi News).
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Build Quality
95/100
High-gloss Zebrano veneer, substantial mass (≈39kg), multi-layer HDF construction with internal bracing and lavish finishing (12 lacquer layers) earn high marks; bespoke metal labeling and engineered base/isolation details underline premium build (Fidelity, HiFi News, StereoNET).
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive floorstander baseline applied (fixed score). Reviews confirm 90dB sensitivity, front-firing bass reflex and provision for single/bi-wiring plus well-stowed crossover, aiding ease of use and amplifier pairing (Fidelity, HiFi News, StereoNET).
Value for Money
90/100
At the stated limited-edition price (reviews cite ~£11,000 / €12,000 per pair), multiple reviewers called the Cello a lot of speaker for the money and comparatively reasonable given build and performance; exclusivity (500 pairs) also factors into perceived value (StereoNET, Fidelity, HiFi News).
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