{"product_id":"martinlogan-neolith-electrostatic-speakers-the-grid-hifi","title":"MartinLogan Neolith Electrostatic Speakers | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan Neolith Electrostatic Loudspeakers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplimentary White Glove Delivery • Travel Reimbursement*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan Neolith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a statement-scale electrostatic loudspeaker built without the usual compromises imposed by size, weight or conventional driver architecture. Its centerpiece is an enormous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 × 22-inch XStat CLS electrostatic transducer with 1,056 square inches of radiating area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, responsible for reproducing nearly the entire midrange and high-frequency spectrum from a single ultra-light diaphragm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow the electrostatic panel, MartinLogan combines two purpose-built dynamic drivers: a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-inch front-firing sealed carbon-fiber mid-bass woofer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-inch rear-firing ported aluminum-cone woofer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Together they extend the Neolith's specified response to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the electrostatic panel continues through the upper frequencies to 22 kHz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith is entirely passive, leaving the choice of amplification with the system designer. It can be single-wired or bi-amplified and is rated for amplifiers from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 to 1,300 watts per channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its 4-ohm nominal impedance falls to just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.43 ohm at 20 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making amplifier quality, current capability and stability essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74.8 inches tall, 385 pounds per speaker and nearly three feet deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Neolith is not simply a larger electrostatic loudspeaker. It is a purpose-built reference system requiring the room, amplification and installation to be designed around it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 × 22-Inch XStat CLS Electrostatic Panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining element of Neolith is its massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXStat CLS electrostatic transducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 inches high by 22 inches wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the panel provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,056 square inches of radiating area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. MartinLogan states that its surface area is approximately 35% larger than the electrostatic panel used in the legendary Statement e2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a conventional multi-driver loudspeaker that divides the midrange and treble among separate cone and dome drivers, Neolith's electrostatic diaphragm reproduces nearly the entire midrange and high-frequency spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis minimizes crossover transitions through a large portion of the frequencies responsible for vocals, instrumental timbre and spatial information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow the Electrostatic Transducer Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn electrostatic driver is fundamentally different from a conventional moving-coil loudspeaker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extremely lightweight conductive diaphragm is suspended between two perforated stators. The diaphragm maintains a constant electrostatic charge while the audio signal creates alternating electrical fields across the stators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose changing forces move the entire diaphragm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the diaphragm itself is the moving element, there is no conventional voice coil, former or cone assembly attached to it. The moving mass is extremely low compared with a traditional dynamic driver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Neolith uses this principle across an unusually large radiating surface, allowing one diaphragm to reproduce a remarkably broad portion of the audible spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurvilinear Line Source Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large flat electrostatic panel naturally tends toward increasingly narrow horizontal dispersion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan addresses this through its proprietary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurvilinear Line Source, or CLS, geometry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Neolith panel incorporates a controlled horizontal curvature that creates a specified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30-degree horizontal dispersion pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while retaining the advantages of a large electrostatic radiating surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVertically, the 48-inch panel behaves as a controlled line source.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination provides broad horizontal coverage while limiting unnecessary vertical energy directed toward the floor and ceiling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDipole Radiation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Neolith electrostatic panel operates as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edipole radiator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound is produced from both the front and rear surfaces of the diaphragm, with the rear radiation opposite in phase to the front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the sides of the panel, these opposing wavefronts largely cancel. This reduces early lateral energy that would otherwise interact strongly with nearby side walls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind the speaker, the rear wave becomes an important part of the listening-room interaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is why Neolith placement is critical. Distance from the wall behind the speaker, toe-in, listening distance and room geometry all influence the final result.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum Bonded Panel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan manufactures its electrostatic panels using a proprietary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum Bonding process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe diaphragm, stators and structural elements are assembled under controlled pressure using an aerospace-grade adhesive. The process maintains uniform diaphragm tension and the precise tolerances required across such a large electrostatic surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stators themselves must remain mechanically rigid while simultaneously allowing acoustic energy to pass through them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan's MicroPerf stator design uses tightly controlled perforations to maximize the usable radiating area without sacrificing the structural rigidity required to control the charged diaphragm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClearSpar Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe transparent horizontal elements visible across the panel are MartinLogan's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClearSpar spacers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese reinforce the electrostatic assembly and help maintain consistent diaphragm spacing and tension across the width of the panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir narrow profile is designed to provide structural support without creating significant visual or acoustic obstruction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a panel with more than 1,000 square inches of radiating surface, maintaining consistent mechanical geometry across the entire diaphragm is fundamental to predictable operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-Inch Front-Firing Sealed Mid-Bass Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe transition from electrostatic reproduction to deep bass begins with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-inch front-firing mid-bass driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mounted in a sealed enclosure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a conventional paper-cone woofer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan uses a rigid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbon-fiber sandwich cone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, high-excursion suspension and a substantial \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-inch copper-clad aluminum flat-wire voice coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pole piece and area beneath the spider are vented to improve airflow and reduce power compression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts sealed alignment is particularly significant. The 12-inch driver is responsible for the critical transition between the dynamic bass system and the electrostatic panel, so transient behavior and control take precedence over simply maximizing bass output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-Inch Rear-Firing Woofer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep bass is handled by a separate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15-inch rear-firing, ported woofer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe driver uses a rigid aluminum cone, cast basket and high-excursion motor assembly. Its motor incorporates extensive venting, triple shorting rings and a four-layer voice coil designed to control distortion and compression as output increases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDividing bass reproduction between specialized 12-inch and 15-inch drivers allows the front woofer to concentrate on the transition to the electrostatic panel while the larger rear driver handles the deepest frequencies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe complete system reaches a specified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 Hz at ±3 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Hybrid Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith's crossover architecture divides the loudspeaker at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 Hz and an adjustable 250 to 400 Hz transition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 15-inch woofer handles the deepest bass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 12-inch sealed driver covers the critical mid-bass region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbove it, the enormous electrostatic panel reproduces nearly everything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis arrangement keeps conventional dynamic drivers concentrated in the frequency ranges where moving large volumes of air is essential while exploiting the extremely low moving mass and broad operating range of the electrostatic diaphragm throughout the midrange and treble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Vojtko Crossover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Neolith uses MartinLogan's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVojtko crossover topology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, built with components selected for high power handling and signal integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe high-pass network incorporates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1% tolerance resistors mounted to heatsinks, polypropylene capacitors, air-core inductors and dual toroidal audio transformers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e used to drive the electrostatic element.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe low-pass section uses 1% resistors and toroidal inductors and incorporates the Neolith's user-adjustable bass and distance controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe network remains completely passive, preserving the owner's ability to select amplification appropriate for the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass and Listening-Distance Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith provides physical crossover adjustments that allow the speaker to be configured around the room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass Control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-4 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-8 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistance Control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 meters or less\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 meters or greater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass adjustment helps compensate for the considerable effect room boundaries can have on low-frequency output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe distance setting changes the integration of the dynamic woofer system with the electrostatic panel according to listening distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are particularly valuable controls on a loudspeaker of this scale, where the relationship among panel radiation, woofer output, room boundaries and listener position becomes an integral part of system setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhenolic Resin Polymer Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Neolith's sculpted structural frame is manufactured from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhenolic Resin Polymer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a dense composite material selected for its mechanical strength and resistance to vibration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially important because the enclosure must support both an enormous electrostatic panel and two high-output dynamic bass drivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReactive forces generated by the 12-inch and 15-inch woofers have the potential to excite the surrounding structure. Increasing the rigidity and mass of the baffle reduces its tendency to move in response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe woofer enclosure is finished in hand-applied soft leather, while the surrounding structure receives a premium automotive-grade finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-Wire or Bi-Amplified Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efully passive loudspeaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan provides separate connections that allow the speaker to operate from a single amplifier channel or as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebi-amplified system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBi-amplification gives the system designer the ability to dedicate amplification separately to the electrostatic and bass sections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat flexibility becomes particularly valuable at this level because the electrostatic panel presents very different electrical demands from the dynamic woofer system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWBT Silver Binding Posts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignal connection is through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWBT-0705Ag nextgen 5-way binding posts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir filigree signal conductors are manufactured from fine silver and engineered to minimize conductive mass and eddy-current effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan specifies the terminals for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 amps of continuous current and 200 amps of admissible peak current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey accommodate the Neolith's single-wire and bi-amplified configurations while maintaining a high-quality mechanical and electrical connection for substantial loudspeaker cables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmplifier Matching Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith has a nominal impedance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but that specification tells only part of the story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 20 kHz, impedance falls to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.43 ohm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan specifies compatibility with amplifiers rated for 4, 6 or 8-ohm loudspeakers and recommends amplifier power from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 to 1,300 watts per channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but the quality and stability of the amplifier are more important than selecting it by wattage alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn amplifier driving Neolith must remain composed into the unusual impedance behavior of a large electrostatic transducer while also providing the current required by the substantial dynamic bass section.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor that reason, amplifier matching should be considered part of the Neolith system design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 dB Sensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its demanding high-frequency impedance, Neolith is specified at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 dB sensitivity with 2.83 volts at one meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe enormous electrostatic radiating area contributes to that relatively high sensitivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe speaker can therefore produce substantial acoustic output without relying exclusively on enormous amplifier wattage, although its scale and dynamic capability can take advantage of exceptionally powerful amplification when the room and listening requirements demand it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for Large-Scale Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach Neolith stands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74.8 inches tall, 30.3 inches wide and 34.2 inches deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach speaker weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e385 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrated weight rises to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e600 pounds per speaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose numbers have practical consequences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloor construction, access, doorway dimensions, equipment placement, listening distance and professional installation should all be considered before delivery. This is not a loudspeaker that should simply be shipped to a residence and positioned after arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe room and installation are part of the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan Neolith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference Hybrid Electrostatic Loudspeaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystem Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive Hybrid Electrostatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 Hz to 22 kHz ±3 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrostatic Transducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXStat CLS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanel Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 × 22 in \/ 122 × 56 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrostatic Radiating Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,056 in² \/ 6,832 cm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizontal Dispersion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVertical Dispersion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 in \/ 122 cm line source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Mid-Bass Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 in \/ 30.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Driver Enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Driver Cone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon-fiber sandwich\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Driver Voice Coil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 in copper-clad aluminum flat wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Bass Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 in \/ 38.1 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Driver Cone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRigid aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Bass Alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePorted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossover Frequencies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 Hz \/ adjustable 250 to 400 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 dB \/ 2.83 V \/ 1 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Published Impedance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.43 Ω at 20 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 to 1,300 W per channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced-topology Vojtko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 \/ -4 \/ -8 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistance Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≤3 m \/ 4 m \/ ≥5 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-wire \/ bi-amplification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding Posts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWBT-0705Ag nextgen 5-way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding Post Conductor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding Post Continuous Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding Post Peak Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhenolic Resin Polymer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoofer Cabinet Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrostatic Panel Power Draw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 W standby \/ 15 W maximum each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLED Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn \/ Dim \/ Off\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74.8 in \/ 189.9 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30.3 in \/ 76.9 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34.2 in \/ 87 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e385 lb \/ 175 kg each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrated Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e600 lb \/ 273 kg each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrate Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39.7 × 39 × 82.6 in \/ 100.8 × 99 × 210 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinLogan Neolith at The Grid HiFi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grid HiFi in Houston specializes in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereference two-channel systems built around extraordinary loudspeakers such as the MartinLogan Neolith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeolith demands more than simply choosing an expensive amplifier. Its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.43-ohm high-frequency impedance, dipole electrostatic radiation, dual dynamic bass system and 385-pound construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e make amplifier selection, room placement and installation inseparable from the loudspeaker itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can engineer the complete system around Neolith, including reference amplification, digital and analog sources, cabling, power infrastructure, equipment support, dedicated electrical requirements, speaker positioning and final system optimization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers outside Houston, we can coordinate the project from system design through delivery and final installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplimentary White Glove Delivery • Travel Reimbursement*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQualifying purchasers may receive airfare reimbursement for your private audition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsidering Neolith? 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