Monitor 40.2 vs Avalon Acoustics Eidolon Diamond
The Eidolon Diamond's sensitivity is 87 dB against the Monitor 40.2's 86 dB, its impedance 4Ω against 7Ω, and its woofer 11" against 11.81". Both share ways (3).
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About the Monitor 40.2
The Harbeth Monitor 40.2 is widely regarded as a reference-grade loudspeaker, designed to meet the BBC Grade 1 Reference Monitor specification. It is celebrated for its flat frequency response throughout the midrange, delivering exceptional tonal neutrality and naturalness. The speaker is equally at home in professional studios and domestic listening environments, thanks to its adaptable design and easy placement. The Monitor 40.2 offers a relaxed, fatigue-free presentation, outstanding transparency, and high resolution, with imaging capabilities determined by the source. Its dynamic range and loudness capabilities exceed typical domestic needs, and it maintains tonal integrity even at very low listening levels. The speaker is available in several premium finishes and has a special 40th Anniversary Edition with upgraded components.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 86 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 7Ω
- Frequency Response
- 35 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 650W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 35W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 100W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 11.81"
- Driver Count
- 3
- Enclosure Type
- ported
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 432 × 750 × 388 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 17.24 kg (38 lbs)
- Available Colors
- silver eucalyptus, walnut, olive wood (40th Anniversary Edition), cherry, rosewood, tiger ebony, professional grey
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 86 dB
Impedance: 7Ω
Frequency: 35-20000 Hz
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