In recalling a fondness for the easier sounding, generous qualities of the better loudspeakers of the 1950's and 60's, Heco have revisited the format of a wide baffle, 2 way loudspeaker with a large main driver. The development of this driver has been made easier through the use of powerful modeling and simulation software allied to far more precise measurement systems (Klippel) than would ever have been available in the 20th Century. The wide baffle with its radiused edges gives a lower baffle step frequency and fewer harmful diffraction effects. The presentation has an effortless, open quality unmatched by most modern, tall, slim designs. The high sensitivity and benign load characteristics make the Direkt an obvious partner for lower powered, high quality amplifiers either using valves or transistor circuitry.
The styling is influenced by the racing cars and classic guitars of the 1950's and 60's yet retains a modern and contemporary feel. Most of all, the obvious immediacy and presence of its sound means that the Direkt makes listening to music a fun pastime once again! Price is £2499.95 and distribution is by Pure Sound at www.puresound.info
Specifications
Principle 2 way bass reflex
Driver Complement 27cm (11") bass mid
28mm silk dome tweeter with horn loading
Power Handling (RMS/Max) 200/320W
Impedance 4-8 Ohm
Bandwidth 25-28000 hz
Crossover Frequency 2350 Hz
Recommended Amplifier power 10-320W
Sensitivity 95 dB/W
Cabinet Finish White/Silver and Black/Black semi matt lacquer
Dimensions (WxDxH) 440 x 998 x 397 mm (including feet)
Weight 25.8 Kg