CANTON Reference 7K floorstand ceramic/tungsten 7"mid 2x7"bass 89dB 22Hz-40kH CN 03 SF 7K B NZ$8,995.00 pr (incl. GST) CANTON (to SING / TONE) HIGH-END SPEAKERS HAND MADE IN GERMANY. REFERENCE K SERIES: Marks the beginning of a new age of sound. Characterised by the classic virtues of the Reference family, a constant drive for innovation and a focus on the fundamental elements of sound, it strives for ever greater perfection. A perfection that is achieved in an impressively practical way. "Developing loudspeakers is like living in a monastery. Strict asceticism and a focus on essentials lead to a steady improvement in virtues. For me, the new Reference K Series represents one more step towards inner maturity, outer perfection and complete sound. With its great potential it offers greater composure and more thrilling vivacity than ever before." Frank Göbl The designer of the Reference K Series REFERENCE K5 & K7 - AMBITION They are ambitious. They are massive. Despite their compact dimensions they have enormous sound potential. Their sophisticated appearance underlines their desire to offer superb musical art and to be fully-fledged members of the Reference K Family. REVIEWERS SUMMARY: ILLUSTRATION - 5/5 STARS NEUTRALITY - 5/5 STARS FINE RESOLUTION / DETAIL - 5/5 STARS THREE DIMENSIONALITY - 5/5 STARS NATURALNESS - 5/5 STARS DYNAMICS - 5/5 STARS LEVEL STABILITY - 5/5 STARS BASS QUALITY - 5/5 STARS QUALITY PROCESSING - 5/5 STARS PRICE / PERFORMANCE - 5/5 STARS TECHNOLOGY - First class components. Perfection is all about the detail. This is why the components of the Reference K loudspeakers are carefully checked and acoustically optimised. The results are impressive right down to the very last nuance of sound. CHASSIS - Innovative driver technology The drivers of the Reference K Series have been comprehensively redesigned. To maximise their rigidity while maintaining optimum internal damping, the woofer and midrange cone drivers are now also fitted with a ceramic-tungsten membrane. Not only does this enhance their outward appearance, but it also ensures a precisely controlled swing-in and swing-out behaviour across the whole transmission range. The natural resonance is therefore always outside the transmission range. CERAMIC-TUNGSTEN TECHNOLOGY Page 1/11
The membranes of the K Series are manufactured in an elaborate process. Up to 20 % of the existing molecular structure of the cone is transformed into a ceramic structure and refined with tungsten particles. The result is a membrane with an optimum ratio of rigidity to weight and improved inner damping. PERFECT TWEETERS Ceramic is a unique material in the world of sound. That s why the Reference tweeters have evolved still further to include a one-piece ceramic dome for the K Series. The one-piece wave guide, which first appeared in the Reference Jubilée, now supports the dispersion characteristics of the K system. STRICKING TCC MIDRANGE SYSTEM The triple-curved cone membrane of the midrange speaker with its ceramic-tungsten structure represents an optimum design standard. Together with the new, tripled-folded wave surround, it gives extreme rigidity and excellent balance in terms of the swing-in and swing-out behaviour through to the highest frequencies. Another new feature in the shape of the high quality front rings made from die-cast aluminium increases the mechanical stability of the driver system. INNOVATIVE WOOFERS The woofers now also come with a ceramic-tungsten membrane. This gives optimal control of the surround behaviour, allowing perfect bass tones at all volumes. SOLID CABINET DESIGN The acoustically optimised cabinet with its organic curved baffle offers significantly improved dispersion characteristics. The solid construction of high quality 50 mm multi-layer laminate sets new standards in terms of stability. The characteristic bow shape of the cabinet is created from solid material in a special process. BASS-GUIDE The floorstanding loudspeakers of the Reference K Family operate with the new Bass-Guide bass reflex system. Vibrations are directed away from the cabinet and flow noise is reduced. The usable inner volume of the loudspeaker is maximised while the external dimensions remain the same and there is greater flexibility in the set-up location. The distance from walls or corners no longer has much impact. SURFACES The elegant, high gloss, piano finish surface is applied and polished in a 12- stage process. It gives the cabinets of the Reference K Series a sensation of extraordinary depth. Acoustically optimised, two-part fabric covers with magnetic fastenings complete the exclusive look. SPEAKER CONNECTION TERMINALS The high quality connection area with four gold-plated screwclamp terminals is suitable for cable diameters up to 10 mm2 and special cable shoes. This provides secure connections Crossovers with long-term stability. CROSSOVERS The crossovers of the Reference 1 K and 3 K speakers discreetly separate the bass, mid-range and treble ranges. Only selected components with no tolerance are used in the manufacture of their low-resonance circuit boards. Here it is not just a matter of separating an audio signal but also of creating sounds. EXCLUSIVE CABLING Cabling is reduced to a minimum. The cables themselves are specially developed for the Reference K loudspeakers. The design, with its special core and six twisted individual conductors per phase, ensures optimum sound transmission from the connection terminal to the chassis. GRILL COVERS Acoustically optimised fabric covers with magnetic fastenings complete the exclusive look. SURFACE - Available on the following finishes: Black lacquer piano finish (standard) Cherry veneer piano finish (optional) White lacquer piano finish (optional) MANUFACTURING QUALITY We develop and manufacture the loudspeaker systems of our Reference K Series in our own workshops. This is the only way Page 2/11
we can satisfy the quality standards required, eliminate fault tolerances and achieve the high sound perfection of our premium products. DESIGNED and HAND MANUFACTURE in GERMANY Features - 1x Ceramic dome Tweeter w/ one piece wave guide - 1x Ceramic / Tungsten Mid w/ triple-curved cone membrane & Triple-folded wave surround for max flexibility and die-cast ali front rings for max rigidity. - 2x Ceramic / Tungsten Woofers for perfect bass tones. - Cabinet of high quality 50 mm multi-layer laminate - Piano finish surface is applied and polished in a 12 stage process. - Base Plinth with Bass-Guide Reflex system - High-end cable system - Gold plated bi-wiring / bi-amping screw clamp terminals - Fabric grill with magnetic mount - DC Technology - ('Displacement Control'), developed by Canton prevents the uncontrolled deflection of the bass loudspeaker membrane at low tones. It suppresses the subsonic (i.e. not audible) oscillations and allows the bass tones to sound perceptibly sharper and more precise. - The Complete loudspeaker system is designed and manufactured in our own workshops in Germany. This is the only way we can satisfy the quality standards required, eliminate fault tolerances and achieve the high sound perfection of our premium products. DESIGNED and HAND MANUFACTURE in GERMANY. Specifications Type - High-End floorstanding speaker - designed and maufactured in Germany Engineering Principle - 3-Way, Bass reflex system Nom. /Music power handling - 170/340 Watts SPL (1 watt/1m) - 88,5 db Frequency response - 22Hz 40kHz Crossover frequency - 220/3.000 Hz Woofer - 2x 180 mm, Ceramic - Tungsten membrane Midrange - 1x 180 mm, Ceramic - Tungsten (with Triple Folded Wave Surround - TCC-Triple curved cone) Tweeter - 1x 25 mm, one piece Ceramic - Ali dome with wave guide. Nominal Impedance - 4 8 Ohm Dimensions - 1000H x 290W x 420D mm Weight - 33kg ea Review K7 REVIEW SUMMARIES Issue: 3Published: 05/2018 Page 3/11
"Excellent" (92%) Issue: 4Published: 05/2018 "Excellent" (92%) Price / Performance: "very good" (9 out of 10 points) Playback quality: 65 out of 70 points; Equipment / processing: 10 out of 10 points; Page 4/11
Ease of use: 8 out of 10 points; Price / Performance: 9 out of 10. Single test Published: 04/2017 "Outstanding"; High end Price / offer: Very good" "The Canton Reference 7 K impresses with the AV-Magazin-Test with superb sound. In addition to the exceptionally wide-band reproduction, the compact floorstanding speaker impresses with fantastic dynamics, first-class resolution and impressive level stability. In addition to the acoustic qualities of the 7 K also shines with extremely high material and Anfassqualität. All these attributes make this speaker the perfect piece of furniture for music lovers with the highest demands on feel, look and acoustics. " Page 5/11
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Edition: 7Released: 06/2016 83 out of 100 points Price / offer: Very good" "Incredibly precise imaging speakers with a very homogeneous and transparent sound.although strong in the bass, but nevertheless expected to be ranked behind the larger models from the series. " Issue: 6Released: 05/2016 Page 7/11
"Very good" (87%) Price / Performance: "outstanding" "... There is only one word for the understanding of the dialogue: excellent. The outstanding homogeneity was also shown in stereo, where the Reference 7 K was also an authority in the bass without a subwoofer and built a surprisingly large, plastic and stable space without center channel and surround speakers. Rarely puts a two-channel playback so central to the action.... " Issue: 6Released: 10/2015 Page 8/11
without endnote "... Thanks to her tight, deep voting, the smart Canton... is just the right partner for booming rooms.... The Reference 7 K sounds more like a closed bass box than a bass reflex box, because the bass sounds so nice and round and dry. In short, the Canton Reference 7 K is a speaker that really makes you hear in every way. " Single test Published: 04/2018 "very well" "Highlight" Page 9/11
Strengths: realistic, extremely natural sound with precise voice reproduction; very well made; flexibly adjustable. Single testpublished: 10/2016 1.1; reference class Price / offer: Very good" Link Page 10/11
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