Standout Room -
Duevel
All prices are quoted in euros unless
otherwise noted.
1 € is approximately 1.18 US dollars at time of report.
Capitalizing on an unconventional design,
Germany's Duevel showcased its Bella Luna Diamante loudspeakers (6900 €) to
great effect. The 360-degree radiation pattern produced by each speaker provided
remarkable sound both in the sweet spot and waaay off axis -- not an easy feat.
The system was driven by the company's brand-new solid-state Shuttle integrated amplifier
(2900 €) and a modified, proprietary CD player. A company spokesman stated that
oftentimes customers use Duevel speakers with tube amplification, but equal success with
solid-state amplifiers could be obtained. This was a feature the company wanted to
highlight throughout the show, and they accomplished their mission with the Shuttle.
Duevel was able to do what many exhibitors
failed to do: produce dimensional yet cohesive sound for everyone in their room regardless
of listener position. |
