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The Daedalus Audio Ulysses mkII is a resolving, musical, and efficient floorstanding speaker designed to perform effortlessly with any amplifier type, including SET and Class A solid state. It features a unique six-driver configuration per channel: two 1" Eaton dome tweeters, two 5" customized Fostex full-range midrange drivers, and two 8" proprietary Daedalus woofers. The drivers use paper cones with cloth surrounds treated for moisture resistance, ensuring longevity. The enclosure is crafted from solid hardwood with dovetail joints and 1 1/4" Baltic birch, contributing to its tonal quality and elegant appearance. The speaker includes a hand-built passive crossover network with silver-coated copper internal wiring and gold-plated connectors. A three-position tweeter attenuation switch on the rear panel allows adjustment of treble output by -1 dB, flat, or +1 dB to tailor the sound to listener preference. The Ulysses mkII has a sensitivity of approximately 97 dB at 1 watt/1 meter and a nominal impedance of 6 ohms, making it compatible with a wide range of amplifiers. Its design includes three bass ports arranged triangularly near the bottom, which can be oriented inward or outward to optimize bass response depending on room acoustics. The speaker measures approximately 49" high, 11" wide, and 16" deep, weighing about 115 pounds each. Available finishes include solid Cherry, Walnut, Maple, Quartersawn White Oak, or Ebonized wood. The Ulysses mkII is handmade in the USA and is intended for discerning audiophiles seeking a combination of musicality, efficiency, and craftsmanship.
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The Argos V2 matches the Ulysses mkII on sensitivity (97 dB), impedance (6Ω), low-frequency extension (28 Hz), and high-frequency extension (22 kHz).
The Classic HD's impedance is 4Ω against the Ulysses mkII's 6Ω and its sensitivity 94 dB against 97 dB. Both share woofer (8") and ways (3).
The LAT-1's impedance is 4Ω against the Ulysses mkII's 6Ω and its sensitivity 91 dB against 97 dB. Both share high-frequency extension (22 kHz) and woofer (8").
The Mahler's sensitivity is 90 dB against the Ulysses mkII's 97 dB and its high-frequency extension 25 kHz against 22 kHz. Both share impedance (6Ω) and ways (3).
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