Aperion Audio Blue Opal Grandis GR8 8" 2-Way High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker Pair
Aperion Grandis GR8 High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker Pair Aperion Audio marks its 25th anniversary in 2024 with the launch of the Grandis High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker, following 24 years of technical advancements. The world of hi-fi music enthusiasts is known for its discerning taste and unwavering quest for superior sound quality. Despite facing stiff competition from long-standing speaker brands worldwide, Aperion Audio felt compelled to develop its own hi-fi speaker series. The Grandis series embodies Aperion Audio's dedication to delivering exceptional sound quality and strives to be recognized as one of the finest hi-fi speakers globally. To achieve high fidelity sound, a strong musical sense is essential, especially for the HiFi bookshelf speaker. Striking a balance between various aspects of performance, such as the full frequency range and driver unit design, is a complex task. Ensuring that a 8“ mid-bass driver unit can accurately reproduce frequencies down to 30 Hz, and making a tweeter produce warm, transparent high frequencies are key challenges. Developing a speaker that can cater to diverse music genres presents a significant hurdle. In the development of Theatrus series, we engineered an exceptional coating material specifically for soft-dome midrange drivers. By precisely adjusting the physical characteristics of the soft-dome coating formula, we successfully improved the physical properties of the Grandis dome tweeter unit, resulting in the desired sound performance. Our current objective is to optimize the high frequency extension and reduce distortion significantly. These technological advancements have been integrated into the design of the Grandis tweeter unit. The Grandis GR8 high fidelity bookshelf speaker boast a 8-inch mid-bass driver unit that excels in producing low frequencies in a confined space, fulfilling a challenging requirement. Its exceptional sound expression in the mid-frequency range sets it apart from other designs in the market. Extensive testing led to the development of a new multi-material cone technology which we call "AFG" - Aluminum-Foam-Glass fiber, to meet our specific sound performance needs, going beyond mere physical properties. Throughout an extensive year and a half of testing and modifying, following numerous rounds of design alterations, the sound of our Grandis High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker has progressively aligned with our design vision. However, despite our efforts to tweak the drivers, we had yet to achieve a perfect match with our desired outcome. We scrutinized the driver units, cabinet crossover design, and other components, but the issue was still present. Upon reflection, we shifted our focus towards the capacitor. After experimenting with various capacitors worldwide, we discovered that an expensive capacitor met our sound requirements, albeit at a high cost. This prompted us to explore the possibility of designing our own capacitor. After thorough research and testing, we successfully developed a silver nickel alloy capacitor that perfectly complements the smoothness and transparency of the Grandis Tweeter Unit. On the occasion of Aperion Audio's 25th anniversary, we launched the GR 6 & GR8 High Fidelity Bookshelf Speakers, the initial models in the Grandis HiFi bookshelf speaker series. As we move forward, we have a series of other Grandis products in the pipeline that will be unveiled soon. Here's to another 25 years of exceptional sound! Specification Frequency Response: (+/- 3dB) 30-42,000 Hz Impedance: 4 Ohms Sensitivity: 85 dB Recommended Power: 20-200 Watts Peak Power: 400 Watts Tweeter: 1.1" Aperion Silk-dome Tweeter with Proprietary Coating Woofer: 8" A.F.G. Cone Long-Throw Mid-bass Woofer Driver Configuration: 2-Way 8" Bookshelf Speaker Enclosure Type: Anti-Resonant, Internally Braced, Rear Ported 1"(25mm) HDF Cabinet；0.45“（15mm）Bracing Product Weight: 39.7 Lbs / 18 Kgs Each Product Dimensions: H 17.9" x W 11.1" x D 13.8" H 455 x W 282 x D 350 mm Placement Location: Front L/R Speakers Shipping Weight: 93 Lbs / 42.1 Kg each pair Shipping Dimensions: L 28.7" x W 19.7" x H 23.8" L 730mm x W 500mm x H 605mm Review From Scientific Audiophile Review From Audio Arkitekts Key Features 1.1" Saturn Waveguide Silk-Dome Tweeter The Grandis High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker showcases a remarkable 1.1”(28mm) silk-dome tweeter with proprietary coating , delivering an exceptional blend of power, precision, transparency, and finesse in sound reproduction. Its design, in collaboration with the waveguide panel, maximizes both high-frequency scattering and efficiency, ensuring an impeccable fusion of sound accuracy and natural reverberation. Moreover, Aperion has ingeniously engineered a mid-bass woofer that harmonizes flawlessly with this tweeter, culminating in a distinctive, natural, and well-balanced sound characteristic unique to the Grandis series. As Scientific Audiophile says.. "t...
| Brand | Aperion Audio |
| Model | Blue Opal Grandis GR8 8" 2-Way High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker Pair |
| Drivers | |
| Woofer | 8" A.F.G. Cone Long-Throw Mid-bass Woofer |
| Woofer diameter (mm) | 203 |
| Midrange | |
| Midrange diameter (mm) | |
| Tweeter | 1.1" Aperion Silk-dome Tweeter with Proprietary Coating |
| Tweeter diameter (mm) | 28 |
| Frequency response | 30 Hz – 42000 Hz +3 −3 dB |
| Enclosure | Ported |
| Sensitivity (dB) | 85 |
| Impedance (Ω) | 4 |
| Recommended amplifier power, least (W) | |
| Recommended amplifier power, most (W) | |
| Built-in amplifier power (W) | |
| Height (mm) | 455 |
| Width (mm) | 282 |
| Depth (mm) | 350 |
| Weight (kg) | 18 |
Variants
| Finish | Barcode | Part number | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aperion Audio Blue Opal Grandis GR8 8" 2-Way High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker Pair GR8-2PK-GBO-Y1 | GR8-2PK-GBO-Y1 | ||
| Aperion Audio Blue Opal Grandis GR8 8" 2-Way High Fidelity Bookshelf Speaker Pair GR8-2PK-GRO-Y1 | GR8-2PK-GRO-Y1 |