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MartinLogan, the loudspeaker technology company, announces the introduction of
the Ascent i Hybrid ESL (electrostatic loudspeaker). Ascent i builds upon the
foundation of the hugely successful Ascent loudspeaker by incorporating a myriad
of design innovations. These include a Generation 2 stat panel featuring
ClearSpar technology, improved low-end performance, 3/8" Prodigy ETC (energy
transfer coupler) spikes, and enhanced cabinet and stator finishes.
 The
world's most accurate transducer-the patented CLS (curvilinear line source)
MartinLogan ESL-has advanced to a new level. The Ascent i's new Generation 2
stat panel incorporates a reformulation of our conductive coating and a new
plasma deposition process. This refined thin film technology provides improved
impedance tolerance and maximum adhesion and abrasion resistance. ClearSpar™
technology enhances Ascent i's transparent look and increases both efficiency
and dynamics.
The Ascent i also features a new state-of-the-art aluminum woofer that delivers
an accurate low-end response capable of detailed and deep low frequencies. To
further enhance Ascent i's performance, extra sturdy 3/8" Prodigy ETC™ spikes
are provided for tighter, better defined bass, cleaner, more micro dynamic
resolution, and improved imaging and focus.
MartinLogan's breakthrough hybrid speaker engineering maintains controlled
dispersion and outstanding dynamic range while minimizing destructive room
interaction. Ascent i maintains its high frequency response and flawless
precision with new advanced crossover topology, audiophile grade components and
point-to-point wiring. Ascent i's custom designed components, along with its
electrostatic and dynamic drivers, all combine to provide the highest levels
ever of transparency, linearity and seamless integration.
Embodying the look and breakthrough technology of its contemporaries in the
MartinLogan line, Ascent i features advanced construction techniques including
specially designed stator supports and a composite headpiece for maximum stator
rigidity and astonishing clarity.
The Ascent i leverages all of MartinLogan's engineering, design and
manufacturing prowess-delivering staggering value in this handcrafted CLS
hybrid. Enhanced cabinet and stator finishes, standard on the Ascent i, include
an attractive, tougher new semi-gloss black cabinet finish and new shimmering,
dark gray Meteor colored stator (the front and back perforated steel
electrostatic panel elements). The Ascent i is available with a variety of
hand-finished trim options and is supplied with bi-wire high-resolution,
toolless binding posts for effortless cable attachment and management.
Available: Currently shipping.
US Retail: $4295/pair
Specifications:
Frequency response: 35-22,000 Hz, +- 3 dB
Dispersion: Horizontal 30 degrees
Vertical 48" (122cm) line source
Sensitivity: 90 dB/2.83 volts/meter
Impedance: 4 ohms, 1.2 ohms @ 20kHz
Crossover Frequency: 280 Hz
Components: Custom-wound audio transformer, polypropylene capacitors, air core
coils
Woofer type: 10" (25.4cm) high excursion, high rigidity aluminum cone with
extended throw
drive assembly, non-resonance asymmetrical chamber format
Power Handling: 200 watts/channel
Weight: 72 lbs. each (32.5 kg)
Size: 13" W × 22" D × 64" H (33cm W × 55.9cm D × 162.6cm H)
MartinLogan, one of the most respected names in audio, is located in Lawrence,
Kansas, where 80 employees handcraft the company's products. The speaker
systems, which incorporate MartinLogan's patented CLS (curvilinear line source)
high-resolution electrostatic technology, range in price from $995 to $90,000
(US Retail). For more information about MartinLogan visit
www.martinlogan.com, or contact Devin
Zell at (785) 749-0133.
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