Heads up, Marantz fans!
Not long ago, Marantz, announced the introduction of a new audio unit to their already large line of products. It is true that there are tons of similar speaker systems on the market these days, but as a fan, I must confess that I was expecting/waiting to see them launch a product of high caliber and hopefully put the competition on check. So, let me introduce the new Marantz Consolette Premium Speaker Dock.
This unit pumps 150 watts of digital amplification (50 watts per woofer and 25 watts per tweeter) in a powerful, bi-amped configuration. It features what they call Special Balanced Mode Radiator (BMR) drivers which are deployed as tweeters. The Consolette supports both wired and wireless connections to your home network and can also stream media from any PC, Mac, or network-attached storage drive on your network.
The unit has 6 Internet radio presets on-board which makes it possible to switch between your favorite programming even when your iDevice or smartphone are unavailable. The Consolette also comes equipped with a USB input, so you can share music content pretty easily with anyone. The Consolette is compatible with a wide range of file types, including MP3, WMA, AAC, LPCM, WAV, and FLAC. With a built-in iPod dock, the Consolette can dock with, charge, and play media from almost any iPod, iPhone, or iPad. As for connections, a set of gold-plated, high quality, analog line inputs enable wired connections to MP3 players, smartphones, CD, SACD players and more. Let me know what you think about it and share it with your friends!
Take a look at its design!
Also take a look at the following features and specifications for additional details!
FEATURES:
- Dock for iPod / iPhone / iPad
- AirPlay audio streaming
- Wireless Audio Streaming from Android
- Network Audio Streaming
- Compatible streaming file types: MP3 / WMA / AAC / LPCM / WAV / FLAC
- Built-in Internet radio
- Internet radio presets
- Network (Ethernet port / Built-in WiFi)
- NetLink Auto Network Setupo
- USB input
- Display
- Clock
- Sleep Timervia App
- Rechargeable battery (5 hours)
- Portable (integrated carrying handle)
- Water resistant (outdoor use)
- All-metal chassis finished smartly in clear or black anodize with hand polished front panel
- Reference-quality, metal remote control is included for easy access to all source and volume options.
- Repository for Remote Control
- A free Consolette app lets you control this speaker dock's broad array of digital audio features
- Kensington Lock
- Built-In Wi-Fi and Ethernet for Network Streaming
- AirPlay and DLNA technologies.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Amplifiers: 150W total system power - 2 x 25W Class D / 2 x 50W Class D (BTL Mode)
- Drivers: 2 x 2.6" BMR driver / 2 x 4.3" woofer
- Analog audio input: RCA
- Power Consumption: 35W
- Standby Consumption: 0.5W
- Power supply: 120 V, 60 Hz
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 20.3 x 10.3 x 8.4"
- Weight: 15.9 lbs.
- Available in black chassis/black grille and silver chassis/white grille configurations
- Warranty: 3-year limited warranty, subject to the full warranty terms and condition.
PRICE: $1,199.00
