The 2024 SIAV Shanghai International Premium HI-FI Demo Flagship, Sonus faber officially announced the launch of Suprema's new flagship audio system in China, creating a groundbreaking loudspeaker with luxury, unparalleled sound quality and exquisite craftsmanship. The front-end equipment is from the 75th anniversary special edition set of long-time partner McIntosh, including the signal source, pre- and post-amp amplifiers. The cables that connect this giant system, which is the most prominent in the audio industry, are the latest and highest quality audio products and professional solutions from HANOWA, Germany, which is also well-known in the audio industry.
Brand introduction
HANOWA is a brand of audiophile equipment founded by the outstanding German musician Josef Sperl, which began in 1978 and has a history of 45 years.
Mr. Josef has many outstanding achievements in the design and manufacture of loudspeakers for musical performances and musical instruments, and has created audio products that are the official audio brand of many well-known European bands, and are mostly used in large-scale performances.
In the early days, at different times and different partners, according to the needs of the market, many categories of musical instruments and audio equipment brands were established, and the products were sold all over the world.
The first generation of HANOWA audiophile wire rod was launched in limited quantities in 2016 and officially launched in 2021. It is a new functional cable category product that combines the principles of performance and instrument manufacturing, and creates a new functional cable category product for the ability of the sound system to restore the scene.
至今已拥有高端线材系列如Reference，Optima，Signature Edition Cable， ACME 和Delight以及亲民平价系列Accurate和Hivi Master。
HANORA's Hi-End cable for the civilian market is mainly reflected in the fact that it can achieve the playback requirements of soundstage, so as to give the audio equipment a noble texture and an ultra-realistic sound listening experience.
McIntosh's 75th Anniversary Special Edition
First, the innovative "electric field permeability technology" can pass most of the external magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, strong electromagnetic fields and radio frequency around the working environment through the electric field permeability structure, two or four layers of metal shielding, eight layers of absorbing polymer damping barriers, and then cooperate with the earth multi-point grounding technology in the wire to export the harmful substances from the grounding terminal. Achieve faithful transmission to establish a path with extremely low electromagnetic interference. This technology results in a quiet sound field.
Second, the single helix and double helix twisting technology is used to reduce the inductance and ensure the high-frequency extension.
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Third, the energy dynamic balance technology of the whole frequency band. Traditional transmission cables can not meet the needs of equipment matching fundamentally because they only consider the function of timbre at the beginning of the design or design in a single direction to strengthen or weaken the frequency of a certain frequency band. The dynamic balancing technique is designed to solve the problem of the temporal phase of the marginal contour of the sound junction during the playback of a 3D stereo field (soundstage). The more consistent the time, the stronger the three-dimensional sense of the image force, the stronger the sense of the live stage, the more accurate the phase of the marginal outline, the darker the contrast of the image force, and the richer the expression. It also solves energy distribution problems with strong dynamics and low-frequency detail. The principle of dynamic balancing technology is to adjust the sound time of high, medium and low frequencies so that each instrument or vocal should be closely coupled to the point where it should be, so that all instruments or all details on the soundstage can be maximized.
Fourth, the patented design of non-magnetic solder-free process joints, the metal surface is made of pure gold and pure silver after multiple electroplating to ensure the best signal stable transmission.
Fifth, it is made of 6N monocrystalline silver or silver-containing monocrystalline copper wire base, so that the conductor can increase the detail pass rate of ultra-high frequency under relaxed and quiet playback conditions.
Sixth, each type of wire has a different counterweight, and the vibration coefficient of the wire is adjusted, which can change the Q value (bulk density) of some frequency bands of the conductor to meet the requirements of sound clarity and frequency band balance.
Seventh, different models to select the appropriate wire parallel capacitance, some models at the lowest 23pf per meter, this advantage is reflected in the clarity, sense of space, positioning performance, help to achieve the balance of dynamic and static and stereo field requirements.
Eighth, the Italian first layer of cowhide hand-sewn shock absorbing holster, bionic shock conductive material, to provide high-quality damping coefficient to the wire, reduce frizz and correct the problem of inaccurate sound image.
Mr. Li, the chief audiophile of Hong Kong audio technology, the speaker designer of Shiyu, HANOWA and the product manager of Sonus faber China discussed the speaker design concept and tuning experience.
Suprema is undoubtedly the most ambitious design ever created by Sonus faber. Born out of a brand tradition of "relentless pursuit of perfection", Suprema is the epitome of audio excellence, redefining the boundaries of sound immersion. As the first of its kind, it represents the culmination of the brand's 40th anniversary, where exquisite details, exquisite materials and high-quality craftsmanship have allowed the Sprima to go beyond the concept of a sound system.
In addition to a sophisticated four-post system consisting of two main column loudspeakers and two subwoofers, the system includes an external electronic crossover. The Supreme Kunlun configuration system is designed to transcend traditional band coverage limitations and take acoustic performance to a new level of excellence.
Each of Suprema's main pillar loudspeakers is a 4/5 system with eight forward transmitters and two reverse transmitters. The construction of the classic "Dominant Sound" midrange and midrange incorporates three innovative elements – a new midrange driver "Camelia" with a cellulose pulp diaphragm, a new finished silk dome mid-tweeter, and a newly finished silk dome tweeter. The materials used are in full line with the "natural materials" tradition of the Prestige, and all electroacoustic components have been completely redesigned.
Developed by a team of electroacoustic engineers, the new Camelia midrange unit is responsible for the most important parts of the sound spectrum to ensure maximum clarity while maintaining the classic "sounds of nature". Inspired by nature, the new diaphragm is neither circular nor covered without any suspension, offering its entire surface to the listener, which avoids the formation of resonances associated with circularity.
The new dual-drive mid-frequency magnetic system ensures control and uniform dynamics, and airflow management is taken care of by the organic bracket. This initial design, which was previously applied to the drivers of the "Stradivari", will be used in all the next generation of Stradivari loudspeakers.
In the combination of Camelia Camelia alto and treble is loaded a unique dedicated internal volume designed to improve the performance of the unit. By utilizing analog technology, the chamber and its inner walls are made from recycled cork and maintain an organic shape – a technology that makes Seba the first company to use natural and sustainable materials to create acoustic volume while improving the clarity and naturalness of midrange performance.
The Supreme uses an individually designed bass system to optimize low-frequency response, allowing for better infrasonic reproduction wherever the main column speaker is heard.
The woofer uses two powerful 38cm sensors with a forged carbon fiber membrane and neodymium magnet motor system to ensure distortion-free sound pressure down to 16Hz.
Controlling the coupling between the speakers and the ground is essential to achieve the purest silence in the musical texture. The decoupling system, developed in collaboration with IsoAcoustics, enables the Sprama to achieve unrivalled dynamic levels and power levels, maintaining energy levels while avoiding the transmission of unwanted vibrations in the listening environment.
Timing and balance: Some of the crossover filters can be seen on the side of the main column loudspeakers, which is the best electroacoustic configuration developed by the SBA R&D team over the past decade.
Through a variety of simulations, tests, and listening iterations, the SBA aims to achieve perfect tonal balance and the most rigorous acoustic phase control, delivering impeccable timing and perfect sound stage performance in all three dimensions.
Leading-edge electronics: Manage the integration between the Suprema mainframe and subwoofer with electronic crossovers, dual mono and full balance, and maximize the versatility of the electrical signal.
All phase cutting and control circuitry is 100% analogue and built with a selection of individual components, while the chassis section embodies the double essence of this piece – the power is enclosed in a sturdy aluminum casing, while the audio signal is protected by an extremely precious lacquered wood casing.
For more information, please visit the official websites of HANOWA, Sonus faber and McIntosh.