Gautier Audio has released the original Evasion bookshelf speakers that look like friendly garden gnomes. However, from a technical point of view, these are very serious monitors.
The shape of the enclosures avoids standing waves and unwanted vibrations, and the walls are made of a complex composite that includes a mixture of wood fibers, epoxy resin, fiberglass and binders. Moreover, the composition of the composite varies depending on the area of the body. The bottom is made of high density fiberboard, when ordering the buyer can choose any color of the finish.
The main speaker Davis manufacture Kevlar diffuser has a diameter of 13 cm , and is responsible for high frequency tweeter dome of pure beryllium . The acoustic design includes a proprietary speaker back-radiation absorption system using innovative material combined with a classic sound absorber. Each speaker weighs 9.5 kilograms . The sensitivity of the model is 89 dB , the nominal impedance is 4 Ohms .
The Gautier Audio Evasion bookshelf speakers are available to order for 13,500 euros . The speakers can be purchased together with branded stands, which will cost another 4,700 euros .
Source – Gautier Audio