Audiovector R C Arreté Centre Speaker
3 750,00 €
Audiovector R C Arreté is a two-way centre speaker designed for the centre channel of a home cinema system. It combines a 6.5-inch Carbon bass/midrange driver with an R AMT Arreté tweeter. A bass-reflex system extends bass reproduction. The Arreté version includes the Freedom Grounding system, although its cable is not supplied. A black fabric grille is included.
Audiovector R C Arreté is a two-way centre-channel speaker designed for the centre channel of a home cinema system. This channel usually reproduces dialogue and the main sounds associated with the action on screen. The speaker combines a 6.5-inch Carbon bass/midrange driver with an R AMT Arreté tweeter.
Construction and Arreté Features
The construction is based on the principles and components used in Audiovector’s R Series speakers. NCS Freeze, No Energy Storage NES and internal shock absorbers are included as standard features of this version.
The cabinet incorporates non-parallel internal surfaces. Its two-way design is complemented by a bass-reflex system. This is not a sealed cabinet, so the bass-reflex port must not be obstructed when positioning the speaker.
Connecting It to a Home Cinema System
The 8-ohm nominal impedance and 91.5 dB sensitivity provide useful reference points when assessing compatibility with an AV amplifier. Connect the speaker to the amplifier’s centre-channel speaker output. Choose speaker cable terminations that suit the terminals fitted to both devices.
Leave the speaker in its permanent listening position while running the system calibration. Once measurement is complete, listen carefully to check that dialogue is neither too prominent nor masked by the other channels. Adjust the centre-channel level and delay through the AV amplifier if it provides those settings.
When setting the bass crossover, begin with the value suggested by the AV amplifier. You can then compare the nearest available settings from the main listening position. This helps you find a smoother transition between the centre speaker and the subwoofer.
Understanding the Technical Figures
The stated power-handling value is 300, but no unit or measurement method is specified. It must therefore not be interpreted independently as a 300-watt power rating. The listed crossover value is also supplied without a unit.
The frequency range is specified as 43-53 kHz at the -6 dB limit. When comparing speakers, use figures stated under the same measurement condition. Limits quoted under different conditions cannot be compared directly.
Freedom Grounding System
The Arreté version is equipped with the Freedom Grounding system. The cable required for this system is not included. If you intend to use Freedom Grounding, you will need to purchase the appropriate cable separately.
Placement Near the Screen
Allow a sufficiently wide and deep support for the 23.2 × 52.5 × 28.9 cm cabinet. Leave additional room for the speaker cable and ensure that the bass-reflex port remains unobstructed. The speaker must stand securely without projecting beyond the edge of the shelf.
Whether the speaker is placed below or above the screen, aim the tweeter towards the main listening position. The front edge of the cabinet may be aligned with the front of the shelf.
Finishes and Grille
Available finishes include Silk White, Black Stained Ash, Italian Walnut and African Rosewood. The chosen finish is confirmed when ordering. A custom piano-lacquer colour may be requested separately.
A black fabric grille is included. It covers the drivers on the front of the speaker while maintaining a clean, unified cabinet appearance.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Audiovector R C Arreté |
|---|---|
| Type | Centre speaker for a home cinema system |
| Design | 2-way |
| Bass system | Bass reflex |
| Bass/midrange driver | 6.5-inch Carbon |
| Tweeter | R AMT Arreté |
| Frequency range | 43-53 kHz at -6 dB |
| Sensitivity | 91.5 dB at 8 ohms |
| Nominal impedance | 8 Ω |
| Power-handling value | 300 |
| Crossover value | 2900 |
| Dimensions | 23.2 × 52.5 × 28.9 cm, height × width × depth |
| Freedom Grounding | Included; cable not supplied |
| NCS Freeze | Included |
| No Energy Storage NES | Included |
| Internal shock absorbers | Included |
| Non-parallel cabinet surfaces | Included |
| Finish options | Silk White, Black Stained Ash, Italian Walnut, African Rosewood |
| Custom finish | Custom piano-lacquer colour available on request |
| Supplied grille | Black fabric |
FAQ
What type of system is this speaker designed for?
It is designed for the centre channel of a home cinema system. It is suitable for systems in which dialogue and on-screen sounds are reproduced through a dedicated channel.
How do I connect it to an AV amplifier?
Use the amplifier’s centre-channel speaker output. Select the speaker cable and its terminations according to the terminals on both the amplifier and the speaker.
How should I set the centre-channel volume?
Begin by running the AV amplifier’s calibration process. Then check the dialogue balance from the listening position and adjust the centre-channel level if necessary.
Where should I place the centre speaker?
Position it as close as practical to the centre of the screen, either below or above it. Aim the tweeter towards the main listening position.
Is the Freedom Grounding cable included?
No. The Freedom Grounding system is fitted to the speaker, but the cable required for it must be purchased separately.
Does the value 300 mean 300 watts of power?
Do not assign watts to this figure. Neither a unit nor a measurement method is specified, so the value cannot independently support that power-rating conclusion.
