Monitor Audio Hyphn

$150,000.00

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Colour: Matte Black

Matte Black

Matte Heritage Green

Satin White

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Hyphn is a peerless, definitive, uncompromising demonstration of the Monitor Audio Group's current design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities, and its future ambitions. It is unlike anything Monitor Audio, or anyone else, has ever created: the most creatively ambitious, technically advanced and powerful loudspeaker in the company's history. It delivers a dramatically enhanced listening experience, with a visually striking presence.

Specifications

System Format: 3-Way

Frequency Response, In-Room (-6dB): 18 Hz – 60 kHz

Sensitivity (2.83 Vrms @ 1m, Free-Field):86 dB

Nominal Impedance:4 Ohms

Minimum Impedance (20 Hz to 20 kHz):4.0 Ohms @ 2.5 kHz

Continuous Power Handling (RMS into 4 Ohms, Pink Noise with 6dB Crest Factor): 800 W

Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS into 4 Ohm, Music Signal):200-1600 W

Bass Alignment: Bass Reflex

Port Tuning Frequency: 25 Hz

Crossover Frequency:LF/MF: 350 Hz, MF/HF: 3.7kHz

Drive Unit Complement: 4 x 8" RDT III bass driver, 6 x 2" RDT III mid-range driver, 1 x MPD III tweeter

External Dimensions including Trims, Terminals & Outrigger Feet & Spikes (H x W x D): 1392 x 502 x 520 mm

Weight (each): 107 kg

These are speakers to enjoy, whatever your musical tastes

HiFi News

A new concept

Hyphn's design concept began with the drive units floating in (virtual) space in the optimum positions; the team then created the cabinet's physical form around them. And while nothing was done for the sake of decoration, the design consciously focuses on the M-Array, to draw attention to the most important part of the product.

The M-Array is an ultra-compact assembly containing mid range and high frequency drivers. A masterpiece of intricate detail and design, the M-Array is a testament to the collaborative approach of acoustic and mechanical engineering within Monitor Audio's Research and Development team.

There are six mid-range drivers in the M-Array which make it appear acoustically as a single source with a very detailed sound field that has huge depth. The six RDT III mid-range drivers have a surface area that is slightly larger than the mid driver found in the premium Platinum series. Each driver has an exceptionally wide bandwidth and can cover much of the range of a traditional tweete which ensures the smoothest crossover to the tweeter and exceptionally low distortion.

At the center of the M-Array lies the Micro Pleated Diaphragm III (MPD III) high-frequency transducer. Developed by Monitor Audio's acoustic engineers, this accurate transducer was unveiled for Monitor Audio's 50th Anniversary celebrations, and it delivers remarkable performance.

Hyphn's physical presence is matched only by the scale of it's bass drivers. Arranged in opposing pairs, there are a total of eight 8" drivers in each Hyphn unit. The opposing forces generated by the pairs of inward facing drivers cancel out, resulting in a cabinet that is almost vibration free, and all that's left for the listener to hear is the sound; pure, clean and detailed.

Features

1 x MPD III high-frequency transducer for a larger, clearer, and more lifelike sound
6 x 2” RDT III mid-range driver for incredible levels of clarity
4 x 8” RDT III bass drivers for exceptional scale and depth
Totally immersive sound stage with music and film
Rear-ported and tuned for ease of positioning without affecting sound performance
Perfect for high performance hi-fi systems or home theatre
Choice of three high-quality, elegant finishes: Matte Black, Matte Heritage Green and Pure Satin White

There’s a superb sense of impetus and musicianship, with great scale and precision in the piano, tight, sonorous bass and punchy percussion, as the Hyphns deliver a reliably clean, clear and generous account of the recording. These are speakers to enjoy, whatever your musical tastes.

The Hyphn is a bold and innovative product that doesn't really sound like anything else on the market. It is highly analytical – forensic even – but absolutely never boring. Its super low distortion sound permits prolonged high-volume listening without fatigue, and it's wonderful for immersing yourself deep into your favourite recordings and getting submerged in the mix.