Caladan vs Avalon Acoustics Ascendant 2
The Ascendant 2's sensitivity is 90 dB against the Caladan's 93 dB and its low-frequency extension 30 Hz against 32 Hz. Both share impedance (4Ω) and high-frequency extension (20 kHz).
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Caladan
Clayton Shaw Acoustic LabLoudspeakersFloorstanding Speakers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,950
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Caladan
The Caladan represents a cutting-edge design in open-baffle speakers, building upon the dipole concept. It is crafted with a 1.5-inch thick baffle made from kiln-dried solid American hardwood and includes twin 12-inch Beyma studio-grade mid/bass drivers, along with a 1.125-inch silk dome tweeter. The speaker is designed to deliver deep, powerful bass without the need for a subwoofer, making it suitable for both small and large rooms. It features a sensitivity of 93 dB and an impedance of 4 ohms, with a frequency response of 32Hz–20kHz ±2dB. The Caladan is praised for its simplicity, coherence, and imaging capabilities, offering a rich and dynamic sound experience.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 93 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 4Ω
- Frequency Response
- 32 Hz - 20 kHz
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 12"
- Driver Count
- 3
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 457.2 × 965.2 × 254 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 15.88 kg (35 lbs)
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 93 dB
Impedance: 4Ω
Frequency: 32-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions