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Table of Contents

• Emotiva Airmotiv X: A New Standard in High-Performance Sound
• Overview and Key Features
• Design Innovations
  • Enclosure and Aesthetics
  • Premium Drivers and Crossovers
• Technical Specifications
• Customization and Flexibility
• Availability and Pricing
• Conclusion

Emotiva Airmotiv X: A New Standard in High-Performance Sound

Emotiva, the acclaimed Tennessee-based audio manufacturer, has revamped its popular Airmotiv loudspeaker line with the all-new Airmotiv X series. This comprehensive collection of speakers aims to disrupt the market by providing exceptional performance and refined aesthetics at accessible price points. Comprised of eight models and designed around a sonically matched folded-ribbon tweeter, Airmotiv X aims to redefine expectations for audio fidelity and design sophistication.

Overview and Key Features

The Airmotiv X lineup consists of:

• Three floorstanding towers (Xt3, Xt2, Xt1)
• Three center-channel/LCR speakers (Xc3, Xc2, Xc1)
• One bookshelf speaker (Xb2)
• One height/surround speaker (Xa2)

Key features across the line include:

• Rotatable Folded-Ribbon Tweeter: For precise, customizable sound dispersion.
• Woven-Cone Midranges and Long-Throw Woofers: Delivering dynamic and accurate midrange and bass reproduction.
• Advanced Crossover Networks: Ensuring seamless integration between drivers.
• Exquisitely-Crafted HDF Cabinets: Reducing resonance and enhancing rigidity.
• Bi-Amping/Bi-Wiring Terminals: Allowing for performance enhancements and flexibility.

Design Innovations

Enclosure and Aesthetics

Emotiva has meticulously re-engineered the Airmotiv X series cabinets for optimal sonic performance. Notable enhancements include:

• PVC Laminated HDF Enclosures: Provide enhanced rigidity and resonance suppression.
• 25mm HDF Baffle: Dampens vibrations for improved clarity.
• Beveled Tower Cabinet Edges: Reduce diffraction for more precise imaging.
• Satin Lacquer Finish and Trim Rings: Deliver a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.

Premium Drivers and Crossovers

Emotiva engineers have carefully selected high-performance drivers and meticulously designed crossover networks for the Airmotiv X series:

• Advanced Folded-Ribbon Tweeter: Featuring an improved waveguide and Neo Magnet System for unparalleled detail and customizable dispersion.
• Woven Cone Midrange Drivers: Delivering smooth, natural midrange reproduction, with aluminum voice coils and milled aluminum phase plugs.
• Long-Throw Woofers: For deep, authoritative bass featuring progressive spiders and copper shorting rings.
• Optimized Crossover Networks: Ensuring flawless driver integration, resulting in a balanced sonic signature.

Technical Specifications

Customization and Flexibility

Emotiva understands that audiophiles demand versatility and personalization. The Airmotiv X series offers several features to cater to individual needs:

• Rotatable Tweeter: Adjust the tweeter's orientation for optimal sound in any environment.
• Bi-Amping/Bi-Wiring Terminals: (Excluding Xa2) Enable performance enhancements with compatible amplifiers.
• Flexible Xa2 Surround Speaker: Designed for wall mounting (vertical or horizontal) or on-ceiling placement.

Availability and Pricing

The Emotiva Airmotiv X series is available now, with pricing as follows:

• Airmotiv Xa2 Height/Surround: $399/pair
• Airmotiv Xb2 Bookshelf: $499/pair
• Airmotiv Xc1 Center Channel: $399 each
• Airmotiv Xc2 Center Channel: $599 each
• Airmotiv Xc3 Center Channel: $899 each
• Airmotiv Xt1 Tower: $999/pair
• Airmotiv Xt2 Tower: $1,299/pair
• Airmotiv Xt3 Tower: $1,999/pair

Conclusion

Building on the legacy of the original Airmotiv speakers, Emotiva has crafted a meticulously engineered lineup in the Airmotiv X series. With sophisticated design principles, high-quality components, and a focus on customizable performance, this series has the potential to redefine the standards of high-fidelity audio. We look forward to the CE Critic Scores on the new speakers.