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Xavian Medea

Name: Xavian Medea
Brand: Xavian
SKU: langen
Price: 17500.00 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (11 reviews)

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The ultimate two-way solution, born out of a desire to build the best possible today.

Medea stand-mounted loudspeakers are the realization of all our knowledge, experience, desire to create and the will to create the best that can be assembled from the technologies available today. The latest generation of transducers – the ultimate Scan-Speak Ellipticor – has created a two-way system with unparalleled integrity, clarity and musicality, with the ability to play music with extraordinary fidelity and emotion. The Medea project was not limited by anything. The goal was to achieve an authentic XAVIAN solution at the highest standard that the stand-mounted concept allows. With our Medea, you can boldly venture into the deepest layers of your favourite music and hear it like never before, thanks to the fantastic resolution and large sound proportions.

Along with the Medea, an equally unique stand was created to complement its confident aesthetic. We chose slightly eccentric proportions and style, the product of an extremely laborious manufacturing process, to not only ensure completely optimal working conditions, but also to underline the uniqueness of the whole solution.

EXCLUSIVE SOLUTIONS

one of the first mass-produced Scan-Speak Ellipticor fully equipped loudspeakers
the ultimate Danish Ellipticor transducers
completely separate working chamber for the tweeter
technologically innovative and original design: the crossover does not use capacitors
1st order Fase Zero series connection
precision Danish ribbon inductors and “ultra-resistors” with copper body and heat sink: the transducers are equalized with only 3 components
phase timing of the drivers using XN front panel geometry
exceptional impulse response
exceptional soundstage and space
extraordinary organics of musical expression
extraordinary naturalness
suitable for use with tube amplifiers
rigid cabinet with internal bracing and composite bitumen damping
cover grille with hidden magnet attachment (extra charge)
matching of drivers within +/- 0.5 dB
high-efficiency, low-distortion wooden elliptical bass-reflex in front panel for easy placement in the room
easy installation of spikes or feet with M8 thread as required (optional stand)
integrated Soundcare adjustable anti-vibration system (removable; on optional stand)
stands filled with 10 kg of sand
4 screws for attaching the speakers to the stands

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Overall Score 90/100

Deliciously Crispy

Extraordinary resolution and emotional integrity let the Medea dig into the deepest layers of recordings, delivering deep, controlled bass, natural timbre and a wide, coherent soundstage. Xavian's two-way FaseZero crossover, Ellipticor drivers and rigid, hand-veneered cabinet combine to produce refined treble, authoritative midrange and high craftsmanship noted by The Ear.

Pros

Exceptional resolution and musicality that reveal fine detail and emotional presence in recordings.
Deep, well-controlled low end aided by a large 222 mm Scan‑Speak mid/bass driver and front elliptical bass‑reflex (extends to 39 Hz -3 dB).
Natural, well-textured midrange and refined, low‑sibilance treble from Scan‑Speak Ellipticor drivers and a minimalist FaseZero crossover.
High-end build and resonance control with hand‑veneered cabinets, complex internal bracing and substantial matching stands.

Cons

Premium pricing positions the Medea in a niche luxury tier, which may limit value for cost‑conscious buyers.

Sound Quality

92/100

Bass

94/100

Large 222 mm Scan-Speak mid/bass driver plus a front elliptical bass-reflex extends to 39 Hz (-3 dB). For its size (large driver, ported enclosure) this implies exceptional low-end extension and control; ported design supports deep bass while vented magnetic system and driver spec suggest good articulation.

Mid

92/100

FaseZero crossover with just three components and a Scan-Speak paper membrane driver point to low crossover coloration and clear, natural timbre. Specs (low distortion, large bandwidth drivers, hand treatment) indicate strong vocal presence and accurate midrange body.

Treble

91/100

120 mm Scan-Speak silk dome with low moving mass and vented magnet suggests smooth, extended treble up to 20 kHz with minimal glare. Hand-impregnated dome and elliptical voice coil favor refinement and low sibilance while preserving detail.

Soundstage Imaging

90/100

Large drivers, a relatively low 1.75 kHz crossover and wide driver bandwidth support broad, coherent staging and stable imaging. Robust cabinet bracing and damping materials further help image focus and depth.

Dynamics

89/100

Vented magnetic systems, large mid/bass driver and suggested wide amplifier range (20–200 W) point to strong macro/micro dynamics and good headroom. Moderate 87 dB sensitivity means dynamics are best realized with moderate-power, capable amplifiers.

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Build Quality

93/100

Hand-veneered cabinets, complex internal bracing and triple-material damping plus heavy 27.7 kg enclosure denote high craftsmanship and excellent resonance control. Gold-plated terminals and solid stands reinforce premium construction.

Features Connectivity

80/100

Passive baseline applied.

Value for Money

74/100

At a listed price of 17,500 (single pair implied), the Medea commands a premium. Build and measured/spec performance justify a high-end price but the cost places it in a niche luxury tier versus peers; stronger value claims would require independent review praise or price comparisons.