Where the super uses woodpulp cones, the absolute uses polypropylene. In the case of the nht absolute tower, the measurements translate to a very good sounding speaker at a very reasonable price. The classic absolute zero is perfect for stereo, distributed audio and home theater systems acoustic suspension for natual sound. If these ports are present, they can interact with a speakers surroundings depending on placement and adversely affect the speakers frequency balance. Since the absolute zero is an enclosed design with bookshelf placement considered in the design, and with nht usually making a warmer speaker, it seems like a good fit if the sound quality is up to par. Nht speakers tend to measure with rulerflat frequency response, and generally rulerflat frequency responses tend to be preferred by unbiased listeners so it comes with little surprise that nhts mediumsized bookshelf sits comfortably on this list. Professional audio components, home theater, walls or ceilings speakers and computer speakers.
In my setup, they will be placed on a bookshelf in a 16x20 room that is fairly live. Nht home speakers and subwoofers for sale in stock ebay. May 07, 2014 what happens when you add nht s super 8 subwoofer to their legendary superzero bookshelf speakers. Worldbeating satellite with gloss enclosure matched drivers in satellite and center tall, slender sub with boundary compensation.
Prime bookshelf, phase technology v62, jamo c91, nht absolute zero. Nht superzero xu bookshelf speakers description renowned for high performance and affordability, nht s super zero 2way 4. These three speakers take three different approaches to the midrange in a 3way. Nht has always believed that after the designing, testing and tuning work is done, the best speaker choice is the one that fits your application. In short, its a ringer and a team player at the same time. View and download nht bookshelf speaker brochure online. Nht s newest, and best minimonitor to date, the absolute zero combines nht s new 5.
The nht classic absolute zero bookshelf loudspeaker employs a 2way speaker design with a single 1 aluminum dome tweeter and one 5. The speakers i received came in the new special dark color, reminiscent of a black cherry wood, but theyve got. Ive always enjoyed the time ive spent with nht loudspeakers. Adding a dedicated midrange can provide dispersion and distortion benefits, but adds complexity and cost. The classic two is nhts stepup system from the classic zero, another almost identical 5. Classic three nhts best bookshelf speaker, the three is a 3way acoustic suspension design that features a newly developed 6. Which happens to give it certain advantages over larger speakers. May 14, 2014 in the case of the nht absolute tower, the measurements translate to a very good sounding speaker at a very reasonable price. That is why i have these as the main speakers in my bottlehead tube. Nht speakers for sale at a great price audio plus depot. Interestingly, nht chose the word absolute when naming this speaker. In terms of texture and resolution, these budget speakers represented the sacd as an aboveaverage cd.
When mounted, the absolute wall speaker projects into the room a measly 4. Theyll let their word of mouth and their performance speak for them. The timbrematched nht absolute zero and absolute center offered a seamless perspective on the eccentric soundfield. It took some time but eventually i realized that bookshelfmonitor loudspeakers are where its at. These speaker systmes have a long history of delivering high quality audio presently hear this assumed a major job in the multiplication of reasonable top of the line amplifier items in the mid to late 1990s.
Because the superzeros cabinet is so small, its much more solid and rigid than most speakers. The nht absolute towers are among the best measuring loudspeakers we have tested. It is also a 2way acoustic suspension design that utilizes two 5. Nht now hear this has been making waves in highend audio for some time, offering solidly designed speakers at prices far lower than their stunning sounds would lead you to expect. Nht superzero xu bookshelf speakers description renowned for high performance and affordability, nhts super zero 2way 4. Nht speakers have always done a good job of disappearing and the absolute zero is no exception.
The nht absolute zero bookshelf speaker speaker mounts, monitor. For prospective buyers, i will reiterate that these are deceptively heavy speakers. Every bookshelf speaker nht manufactures uses an acoustic suspension speaker design, which means that the speakers have no ports or holes. What interests me more is that its driver complement is notably different from that of nhts stepup product, the absolute zero monitor nht calls it a bookshelf speaker. Nhts tower speakers are considered by many to be best of class. They dont mind confusing those who dont understand speakers. Youll need to purchase thirdparty stands nht sells sanus stands on their site or put them on a shelf or table. It has had a long and storied run for the folks at now hear. Naturally they sound similar to the amazing absolute zero minispeaker which means it also sounds a lot like the absolute center and our absolute tower. In this latest version, we managed to extend bass and improve dispersion without losing the highend quality midrange for which all zero models are known. Considering how little nht charges for the ten, it would actually be sonically prudent to buy two. The reality is that, if you want to use the absolute zero as your main leftright speakers, you must supplement with a subwoofer such as the ten. Opinions on newest nht absolute zero audiogon discussion forum. Jul 05, 2011 what interests me more is that its driver complement is notably different from that of nhts stepup product, the absolute zero monitor nht calls it a bookshelf speaker.
Similar brands include axiom, aperion audio, orb, and polk. Nht absolute zero bookshelf speaker white, single the fourth iteration in a long line of minimonitors, the absolute zero represents about the best we can do in a speaker this size. Nhts newest, and best minimonitor to date, the absolute zero combines nht s new 5. I liked the album better once i focused on powells elegant electric guitar and ignored the mix and arrangements. As you unpack your classic bookshelf speakers, you will notice two silver alu. Having owned the nht super zeros for some time now in my office at work with nad electronics, it was a simple task narrowing the field for apartment sized loudspeakers. Loudspeakers somehow have a more intimate relationship with their listeners than other audio components. This, while maybe not impressing the masses much, really speaks to us.
My biggest complaint with the absolute zero is a somewhat nasal character in the lower midrange thats missing in the sb1 and super zero. Nht speakers tend to measure with rulerflat frequency response, and generally rulerflat frequency responses tend to be preferred by unbiased listeners so it comes with little surprise that nht s mediumsized bookshelf sits comfortably on this list. Black nht home speakers and subwoofers for sale in stock ebay. The classic absolute zero, like most nht speakers, is an acoustic suspension design not ported or vented. Nht has three different sized center channel speakers in their lineup, and the absolute center channel loudspeaker is the entrylevel model for those keeping score.
Black nht home speakers and subwoofers for sale in stock. Nht classic absolute zero white satellite speaker at. Sure there were some incredible things about the last pair and about other expensive speakers ive owned. Opinions on newest nht absolute zero audiogon discussion. Forget about small speakers, bookshelf speakers, minimonitor speakers. You probably wont be surprised to hear that the absolute zero is heir to the super zero legacy. Nht audio absolute zero bookshelf speaker, black, single. Since the absolute zero is an enclosed design with bookshelf placement considered in the design, and with nht usually making a warmer speaker, it seems like a good fit. Piano black gloss, white gloss dimensions w x h x d, inches. Easily wall mounted using the threaded insert on the rear panel, or place it on a shelf or stand with the user installed cabinet rails. She has the speakers on a glass shelf inside of an open back bookcase about 5 feet high and about 3 feet from the back wall. Nhts classic series represents our best efforts to date in passive loudspeaker. The only difference between the classic two and classic zero is the inclusion of the two bookshelf speakers for the front.
Having owned the nht super zero s for some time now in my office at work with nad electronics, it was a simple task narrowing the field for apartment sized loudspeakers. Offering a wider listening area, better deep bass extension and higher power handling than the two. What happens when you add nhts super 8 subwoofer to their legendary superzero bookshelf speakers. The superzero is a marvelous bookshelf design, delivering sweet and seamless sound across most of the audio spectrum. It tells us that nht doesnt mind eschewing the marketing speak.
The newer classic three, still in production, sounded more refined. The newer classic three, still in production, sounded more refined, natural. The 3db point is at 83 hz, and the 6db point is at 72 hz. Naturally they sound similar to the amazing absolute zero minispeaker. Nht announced the new absolute wall speaker, an affordable, low profile, flush mount onwall speaker added to their classic product line, joining its siblings the absolute zero, absolute tower, and absolute center. See more ideas about bookshelf speakers, floor standing speakers and monitor. Nht does not make custom stands for the classic three bookshelf speakers. In terms of soundstage imaging, all 3 speakers are about the same with perhaps the sb1 being slightly weaker. Dec 23, 2010 ive always enjoyed the time ive spent with nht loudspeakers.
The classic absolute zero uses a very sophisticated 1 ferrofluid cooled, anodized aluminum dome tweeter in a tiny bezel that features a very small. Nht absolute zero speaker system ht labs measures sound. If you do purchase third party stands, be sure they have excellent. Two c, three c, twelve, ten, three, four, two, absolute zero. The absolute zero bookshelf loudspeaker is exactly that. In this latest version, we managed to extend bass and improve dispersion without losing the highend quality midrange for which all zero models are.
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