MINNEAPOLIS (10/15/03) -- Canton has introduced eight new
loudspeakers in its premium Ergo line, including a new powered subwoofer and
seven full-range models featuring new crossover technology for a remarkable
refinement in the line's already formidable midrange and high frequency
reproduction. New models include a trio of three-way floorstanders, two
bookshelf speakers, two 2-1/2-way center channel speakers, and a 200-Watt
powered subwoofer, and all are available in silver lacquer, black, beech, and
cherry wood veneer finishes.
The
new Ergo full-range models incorporate significantly improved crossover networks
that are based on technology developed for the company's signature Karat
Reference 2 DC loudspeaker system. By improving the overall quality and accuracy
of the crossover components Canton was able to deliver an audible improvement in
sound quality. These changes include the use of highly regarded ICW
polypropylene capacitors, which have led to a marked reduction in dielectric
absorption or "memory"
effects giving the models improved transient response and detail. The new
crossover design also realizes a significant reduction in microphonics that
results in a measurable improvement in mid-range and high-frequency
reproduction.
The new Ergo center channel speakers are 2-1/2-way designs optimized for
horizontal mounting. The speakers use a centrally-mounted tweeter flanked by a
pair of identical anodized aluminum drivers, one driving only the bass
frequencies and the other driving bass and midrange. This configuration prevents
wide variations in off-axis response due to cancellation between paired woofers,
and improves midrange linearity. This overall design provides linear frequency
dispersion even at listening
angles as far as 30 degrees off-axis.
All the Ergo models feature Canton's legendary 1-inch Aluminum-Manganese
tweeter, which delivers exceptional off-axis dispersion and a highly linear
response all the way out to 30 kHz, well beyond the range of most loudspeakers.
The tweeter's diaphragm and coil former are fabricated from a single piece to
dampen high frequency resonances and provide dramatic improvement in heat
dissipation
characteristics.
The floorstanding Ergo models feature Canton's exclusive Displacement Control
(DC) technology, which uses a proprietary high-pass filter to prevent signals
below the audible frequency range from interfering with the bass driver. In
conventional speakers, these signals can generate high levels of unwanted
harmonic distortion in the audible lower bass range, causing a muffled or "blatty"
tonal quality. DC technology allows the speakers to provide clear, linear bass
reproduction at much lower frequencies than would otherwise attainable.
The Ergo line combines outstanding sound quality with good looks. The standard
finishes include real wood veneers of cherry, light beech, and black ash, or a
brilliant silver lacquer, however the Ergo 202, 302, CM 402, and CM 502 have
black lacquer finishes instead of black ash. The black and cherry speakers have
perforated black metal grilles, while the beech and silver lacquer models have
silver grilles.
Ergo 1002 DC and 902 DC Floorstanding Speakers
These three-way bass reflex floorstanding models feature extremely
broad and linear frequency response from 20 Hz all the way out to 30
kHz, making them ideal for use as full-range speakers in a dedicated
stereo system, or as front speakers for home theater. The Canton Ergo 1002
DC features two 9-inch polypropylene woofers, while bass reproduction in
the smaller Ergo 902 DC is handled by a pair of 8-inch woofers. Both
models include the 7-inch aluminum midrange diaphragm and 1-inch tweeter
used throughout the line. There are gold-plated bi-wire/bi-amp connections
for a variety of amplifier setups. The Ergo 1002 DC and 902 DC have
suggested retail prices of $3,000 and $2,400 per pair, respectively.
Ergo 702 DC Floorstanding Speaker
This three-way floorstanding speaker is the smaller cousin of the 1002 DC
and 902 DC, using on 7-inch aluminum cone for bass, and another for
midrange duties. At 8.5-inches wide, 35.4-inches tall and 11.3-inches deep
8.5, the Canton Ergo 702 DC maintains the broad frequency response
characteristics of the Ergo line, providing hi-fi reproduction from 25 Hz
to 30 kHz. All other features are the same as the 1002 DC and 902 DC. The
Ergo 702 DC has a suggested retail price of $1,800 per pair.
Ergo CM 502 and CM 402 Center Channel Speakers
These bass reflex compact loudspeakers are magnetically shielded for
use as the center channel in a home theater system, and employ a
Canton-designed 2-1/2-way crossover circuit to prevent the poor
dispersion characteristics that plague most horizontal dual woofer
center speakers, The Canton Ergo CM502 features two 7-inch aluminum
membrane drivers flanking a single 1-inch aluminum-manganese tweeter
and boasts a frequency response of 26 Hz to 30kHz. The Canton Ergo CM 402
uses 5-inch aluminum drivers and the same tweeter for a frequency response
of 35 Hz to 30 kHz. The CM 502 is 19.7-inches wide, 8.9-inches tall, and
11.3-inches deep, while the smaller CM 402 is 15.9-inches wide, 5.9-inches
tall, and 8.7-inches deep. The Canton Ergo CM 502 and CM 402 have
suggested retail prices of $800, and $600 each, respectively.
Ergo 302 and 202 Bookshelf and Stand-Mounted Speakers
These compact two-way bass reflex speakers are designed to be equally at
home on a shelf, or in conjunction with the optional LS 60 stand. The
Canton Ergo 302 uses an 8-inch aluminum cone for the bass, while the Ergo
202 employs a 7-inch version. Both speakers feature gold-plated
bi-wire/bi-amp connections to accommodate a variety of amplifier setups.
The Ergo 302 and 202 have suggested retail prices of $1,400 and $1,200 per
pair respectively.
Ergo AS-1.2 SC Powered Subwoofer
The Canton Ergo AS-1.2 SC Powered Subwoofer features a 10-inch
Cellulose/Polyester woofer and 200 Watt amplifier in an attractive
bass-reflex enclosure. It employs Canton's exclusive SC Technology with
active electronic filtering to compensate for the acoustic characteristics
of the enclosure and driver. This circuit blocks unwanted infrasonic
signals, which can cause excessive driver excursions, and improves the
speaker's linearity across the frequency range. SC Technology also
increases the speaker's efficiency and stability for higher output levels,
and reduces harmonic distortion for greater clarity. The Canton Ergo
AS-1.2 SC Powered Subwoofer has a suggested retail price of $1,000.
Canton Electronics Corporation is the US distributor for Canton
Elektronik GmbH., Weilrod, Germany. Canton is the largest manufacturer and
best-selling brand of loudspeakers in Germany. It was founded in 1973 by a
group of audio enthusiasts who defined their mission simply "to always
develop the finest loudspeakers in their class." Since the late 1970s,
Canton products have been available in the in the U.S., where they are
popular with quality-focused specialty retailers and custom installers.
For more information about these and other fine Canton products, go to
http://www.cantonusa.com or call 612-706-9250 for the name of your nearest
Canton dealer.
Canton USA, 1723 Adams Street N.E., Minneapolis, MN 55413
Phone 612 706-9250
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