TAD ME1 - Micro Evolution 1 Standmount Speakers - (Ex-Dispaly : 1 pr ONLY)
TECHNICAL AUDIO DEVICES LABORATORIES, INC.
Technical Audio Devices (TAD) was originally the name given to a project launched by Tokyo-based Pioneer Electronic Corporation (currently Pioneer Corporation) in 1975 to develop high-end speakers for professional use. The term embodies the belief held by the late Bart Locanthi, then a renowned professional audio engineer in the United States and a technical advisor to the project, that "genuine technology is true to the basics and that genuine technology places greater importance on sound quality than on technology for its own sake." This belief stresses the importance of an engineering approach backed by thorough theoretical evaluations and accurate testing and infuses an uncompromising pursuit of engineering perfection into the TAD brand and has been upheld for more than 40 years.
TAD ME1 - Micro Evolution 1 Standmount Speakers (pr)
Unique technology concentrated in a compact body
TAD introduces the compact bookshelf-type speaker system Micro Evolution One, further perfecting TAD's sound concepts of high-dimensional sound imaging and soundfield immersion.
Inheriting the design concept of TAD's Evolution series, the TAD-ME1 is equipped with a 16-cm woofer and 9-cm Coherent Source Transducer (CST) Driver to achieve even more outstanding sound quality throughout an entire room and extremely sharp imaging. It also incorporates TAD's Bi-Directional Aero-Dynamic Slot (ADS) port, enabling the reproduction of natural, deep bass sound despite its compact size.
TECHNOLOGY
CST Driver
Sound in vivid true colors
TAD’s micro CST* Driver, created to produce truly natural sound. With the 14cm CST Driver already having a proven record of success, the 9cm micro driver has been made even more compact in pursuit of the point sound source concept. In addition, the directional characteristics of the coaxially configured midrange and tweeter have been matched to eliminate audio interference. The tweeter diaphragm represents a superior
standard of design, produced from lightweight, high-rigidity beryllium. Over a wide band from 420Hz to 60kHz it delivers outstanding stable sound localization and a natural sound field space.
* CST: Coherent Source Transducer
BASS Driver
Incredible, expansive mid and bass
The 16cm woofer employs the new MACC* Diaphragm that has enhanced strength
and low internal loss for ideal vibration characteristics, as well as a magnetic circuit with
outstanding linear drive characteristics. This diaphragm employs Aramid fabric and non-woven materials that are separately formed then laminated, achieving rich and smooth mid and bass tones free of coloration with excellent linearity.
* MACC: Multi-Layered Aramid Composite Cone
Enclosure
Rich and natural low tones
An innovative approach to achieving ideal sound: the Bi-Directional ADS* Port.
Slit-shaped ports are positioned on both of the enclosure’s side panels with flared openings to the front and rear. The symmetrical front-back, left-right layout eliminates the effects of unwanted sound from the port as well as standing waves within the enclosure. Considering the compact size, you’ll be amazed at the rich and powerful sound field that will fill your listening room.
* Bi-Directional ADS: Bi-Directional Aero-Dynamic Slot
Awards
The Absolute Sound 2024
The Absolute Sound 2024
*Published in print magazines only
The Absolute Sound 2023
The Absolute Sound 2022
The Absolute Sound 2021
Stereophile 2020
Stereonet Stereolux 2020
Stereonet Stereolux 2020
Stereophile 2018
Sound stage 2018
Phileweb 2017
Stereo Sound 2016
*Published in print magazines only
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
3-way bass reflex bookshelf
Drive Units
Woofer: 16cm cone
Midrange/tweeter: concentric 9cm cone/2.5cm dome
Performance Data
Frequency response: 36Hz to 60kHz
Crossover frequencies: 420Hz, 2.5kHz
Maximum input power: 150W
Sensitivity: 85dB (2.83V, 1m)
Rated impedance: 4Ω