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T+A Talis S 300 Floorstanding Loudspeakers (Pair)
Talis S 300 Floorstanding speaker
The S 300
The S 300 is a compact floor-standing speaker of great beauty. This unique loudspeaker is just 21 cm wide and 105 cm tall, and typifies the philosophy behind the entire series in terms of technology and sound quality: heavy cabinets made of solid aluminium, high-end speaker drivers and cross-over units, and an open sound image, devoid of distortion, with a wide dynamic range and superb bass response.
The newly developed drivers are the key to the S 300’s incredible performance. It incorporates two high-end bass drive units which generate a deep, high-pressure bass even at very high levels.
The mid-range unit provides perfect control of the full vocal range, and has a lively, dynamic character. The new super treble dome unit is airy, fast, dynamic and without any trace of edge or hardness.
The sophisticated three-way cross-over unit has an effortless ability to control all three frequency ranges superbly, ensuring an open, ultra-spacious sound stage.
For outstanding bass response it is of crucial importance that the speakers stand on a firm, secure base, free of resonance, and are isolated from the sub-surface. That is why we have developed a new design of spike for these speakers. The heavy spikes are ma-chined from solid stainless steel, can be dismantled, and terminate either in pointed metal cones or plastic glide pads for delicate floors.
Case Construction
Under normal circumstances a relatively small cabinet volume limits the loudspeaker’s bottom limit frequency and maximum sound pressure in the bass range. However, this does not apply to the S 300 because the net internal volume of the aluminium housing is much greater than that of a comparable wooden one. At the same time our design engineers have developed extremely sophisticated High-End bass units fitted with high-performance magnet systems; they are also capable of extremely long linear travel thanks to their triple surround. The drivers are tailored precisely to match the cabinet, and their stiffened cones generate an incredibly deep, high-pressure bass which re-mains stable even at very high volume.
Drive Units
The mid-range driver is an ingenious design which provides perfect control of the full vocal range from 300 to 2000 Hz, while its lively, dynamic character creates an outstandingly natural impression. The embossed and stiffened cone is totally devoid of resonances, while a special triple surround eliminates any trace of overshooting.
The new super treble dome unit forms the perfect complement, extending the transmission range up to 30,000 Hz and beyond; it is airy, fast, dynamic and without any trace of edge or hardness.
The sophisticated cross-over unit is assembled using the finest available components. Precisely calculated, fine-tuned for optimum cone travel and transmission characteristics, it has an effort-less ability to process extremely high levels, thereby ensuring that all three frequency ranges are superbly controlled.
Talis loudspeakers are built to uniquely high standards: every detail is faultlessly implemented – even inside the cabinet.
Specifications
Principle
Floor-standing speaker
3-way, bass reflex
Power rating
Nominal power rating
200 Watts
Music power rating
270 Watts
Impedance
4 Ohms
Frequency range
25 - 35000 Hz
Sensitivity
87 dB
Drive units
Drive units bass
2 x 170 mm
Drive units midrange
1 x 120
Drive units highrange
1 x 25 mm
Crossover frequencies
250 / 2200 Hz
Dimensions
Dimensions H x W x D (Incl. terminal, without base)
105 x 21 x 28 cm
Weight
33 kg
Finishes
Black anodised 42
Silver anodised 43
Optional accessories
Speaker Hex (Carbon) | Speaker Quad (Carbon)
Technical modifications reserved
Surface finishes
Silver anodised 43
Black anodised 42
Reviews
The Absolute Sound 3/2020 Editor´s Choice
From a manufacturer known best in North America for its electronics, digital sources in particular, comes the Talis S 300 a three-way, four-driver floorstander, with solid aluminum enclosure, that excels in all musical genres. The S 300 manifests a complete absence of tonal coloration that makes it easy to discern among similar vocal and instrumental timbres. High-frequency reproduction is open and airy, and orchestral weight is satisfying.
The reproduction of spatial cues is first-rate. The S 300 responds well to bi-wiring; integrating a subwoofer is rarely necessary but possible.
Audio 12/2019
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It's not often that a speaker does everything right without sounding boring or unemotional. Loudspeaker builders are just as rarely able to use the good properties of aluminum wisely and almost completely overcome the disadvantages. With the Talis S 300, T+A has succeeded in creating a total work of art that will give its happy owner visual and acoustic pleasure for a long time to come.
Hifi.NL 7/2019
Such S 300
The floorstanding Talis S300 loudspeakers from T+A have left a very musical impression. We have experienced these loudspeakers as a set that allows every bit of emotion from the recording to flow freely into the listening room. The spatial sound image, the casual musical signature and the excellent imaging properties regularly give us goosebumps. If we labeled these Talis' as tasty, warm, full, sweet and German, you might get completely different associations, but this is how we experienced them at our home. If we could secretly spend a moment alone with them.
Stereoplay 5/2019
Profile is key
Narrow loudspeakers with design appeal are not taken seriously by many high-end speakers. The Talis successfully fights against this prejudice - because aluminum is an end in terms of sound and not an end in itself. Visually and acoustically, this loudspeaker meets today's requirements like no other. The ideal box for all genres and long listening sessions.
The Absolute Sound 4/2019
What it´s all about
Most importantly the Talis S 300 can make you forget that you are listening to a recording. And that´s what it´s all about.
Fidelity 3/2019
hard facts
The T+A Talis S 300 are loudspeakers with which you can listen both in a relaxed manner in the living room and in a concentrated professional manner. I have never experienced such qualities for less than 20,000 euros.
Stereo Magazine Issue 16
Full Metal Jacket
The new T+A TALIS S 300 floorstanding loudspeaker astonishes with its combination of an elegant, sculptural silhouette and the kind of high-end, superior sound image one would expect from much larger designs. It’s a sound that inspires, and a major part of the secret is the all-aluminum housing.
Image HiFi 2/2018
A different way of listening
when masterful engineering and the absolute will to neutrality come together, products are created that can accompany you for a very long time. As of this writing, I would have liked to have spent more time with the Talis S 300 and I already envy any future buyer who will have that time.
Stereo 2/2018
Full Metal Jacket
The new floorstanding loudspeaker Talis S 300 from T+A astounds with the combination of an elegant, sculptural silhouette and a level-stable, sovereign sound that one would rather expect from much larger loudspeakers. A sound that inspires. The Talis is a beauty - and still (or because of that) good. Incredibly good.
Principle
Floor-standing speaker
3-way, bass reflex
Power rating
Nominal power rating
200 Watts
Music power rating
270 Watts
Impedance
4 Ohms
Frequency range
25 - 35000 Hz
Sensitivity
87 dB
Drive units
Drive units bass
2 x 170 mm
Drive units midrange
1 x 120
Drive units highrange
1 x 25 mm
Crossover frequencies
250 / 2200 Hz
Dimensions
Dimensions H x W x D (Incl. terminal, without base)
105 x 21 x 28 cm
Weight
33 kg
Finishes
Black anodised 42
Silver anodised 43
Optional accessories
Speaker Hex (Carbon) | Speaker Quad (Carbon)
