TOTL Quality Bookshelf speakers from Athena's Audition line.
This model has received rave reviews including in "GoodSound" March 15, 2006 article, where it was compared very favourable to the Paradigm Titan, and even the much more expensive MB Quart QLC-204.
At 15.75"H x 7.875"W x 9.5"D, the speaker is a bit tall and narrow for a bookshelf monitor, which only adds to its sleek profile. This bass-reflex design is ported in the rear, and connection is made via gold-plated five-way binding posts that can accept bare wires of up to 12 gauge. The one-piece faceplate is covered in a smoky silvery composite material that presents a contemporary look that should integrate nicely with most home-theater setups. The AS-B2 is magnetically shielded, which enables placement near a video display.
The AS-B2.2 looks striking. At the top, a 1" Teteron tweeter sits like a reflective gray bubble, secured by four small silver screws to an oval enclosure fixed in place with four more small screws. Below this is a large black dust cap in the center of a 6.5" polypropylene woofer that matches the color of the tweeter. This driver has a black rubber surround and is secured with more silver screws. The third circle on the face of the speaker is a discreet black button near the bottom with the brand name in small lowercase silver lettering. All of this detailing -- pegs, screws, letters -- combines with the attractive shades of the dominant silver styling to catch the light and sparkle in contrast with the black of the box itself.
The AS-B2.2 has a reported impedance of 8 ohms, a claimed frequency range of 50Hz-20kHz, and can handle up to 150Wpc. Given that the Athena’s sensitivity is rated at an impressive 91dB, very little gain is needed to drive the speaker to satisfactory listening levels.
Asking just $195 for these well-reviewed, Canadian made speakers in very good condition.
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