Definitive Technology Invents the Future Again

January 2004 --Definitive Technology’s CES 2004 new product introduction is one of its most significant ever, with major new products in the groundbreaking Mythos Series as well as in the signature BP7000 Bipolar SuperTower Series. In addition, there is a revolutionary new in-wall powered subwoofer, as well as new finish developments in the best selling ProCinema Series.

New BP7002, BP7004 & BP7006 Bipolar SuperTowers
The 2003 release of Definitive’s BP7000SC and BP7001SC Bipolar SuperTowers was hailed by the press as “a mind-boggling sonic achievement” with which “Definitive Technology has taken an evolutionary step to the next level”. Now Definitive is pleased to announce the next three models in the 7000 Series. All three combine the dramatic sonic benefits of Definitive’s signature bipolar technology with the impact of built-in SuperCube derived technology high-power subwoofers and the 7000 Series gorgeous new sculpted styling.

Each BP7002 Bipolar SuperTower combines a new 12" SuperCube derived technology subwoofer driven by a 300 watt class D amplifier, 2 pressure driven 12" infrasonic radiators and bipolar dual D’Appolito front and rear mounted driver arrays each consisting of 2 high definition cast-basket 5.25" Definitive bass/midrange drivers surrounding a 1" annealed pure aluminum dome Definitive tweeter. Newly designed Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks do a superlative job of seamlessly blending the drivers so that the sonic output is totally homogeneous as if radiated from a full-range pulsating sphere.

This extraordinary speaker comes very close to the reference standards set by the BP7000SC and BP7001SC for ultra-dynamic high-accuracy reproduction and achieves equally superb performance with both music and home theater program material. They will reproduce a silky smooth, incredibly detailed wall-to-wall floor-to-ceiling sonic image with extraordinary depth at lifelike volume levels (and beyond) with a sense of ease which is truly remarkable. The elegant styling features the latest beautiful sculptural refinements to Definitive’s signature look with a choice of piano gloss black or piano gloss cherry finish. Dimensions are 46.25"H x 7.25"W x 16"D. Freq. Response is 15 Hz – 30 kHz. Rec. Assoc. Amp. is 20 – 400 watts/channel. Price is $1099 each. Available March 2004.

The BP7004 Bipolar SuperTower is basically a smaller version of the BP7002. Its bipolar arrays each incorporate one cast-basket 5.25 bass/midrange driver and one – 1” pure aluminum dome tweeter (both front and rear) rather than the dual D’Appolito 5.25” arrays in the BP7002. The bass section is also similar to that of the BP7002 except that it incorporates a 10” active subwoofer driver and 2 – 10” pressure driven infrasonic radiators. Dimensions are 42.25”H x 6.6”W x 13”D. Freq. Response is 16Hz – 30kHz. Rec. Assoc. Amp. is 20 – 300 watt/channel. Price is $799 each. Available March 2004.

Similarly the new BP7006 Bipolar SuperTower is a smaller version of the BP7004 with 4 ½” cast-basket bass/midrange drivers and a 1” pure aluminum dome tweeter (both front and rear), an 8” active subwoofer driver and 2 – 8” infrasonic bass radiators. Dimensions are 38.1"H x 6.25"W x 11.5"D. Freq. Response is 17 Hz – 30 kHz. Rec. Assoc. Amp. is 20 – 250 watts/channel. Price is $599 each. Available March 2004.

Of course all three models can be combined with Definitive’s matching center channels (with or without their own built-in powered subwoofers) and Definitive’s matching bipolar rear/side surround speakers for complete home theater surround systems capable of ultimate movie and music reproduction.

New Mythos On-Wall, Shelf & Tower Systems
Definitive’s new Mythos Series speakers have been an astounding success. These high-performance super-elegant lifestyle loudspeakers were conceived and created to perfectly complement the sleek contemporary styling of the latest generation of high-tech video displays including plasma, LCD, DLP, etc. Now following up on the Mythos One, Two and Three are four additional models which are designed to be merchandised in three exciting new surround packages. Key to these new models is their achievement of the same level of performance, build quality and styling as the initial units but in a more compact size and at even more affordable price points.

Mythos Four ($699 ea.) and Five ($499 ea.) are sleek and sexy towers with striking contemporary styling, which combines a beautiful polished extruded aircraft-grade aluminum cabinet (available in silver or black) with a tempered glass base. Special care has been taken to assure total rigidity of the cabinet and PolyStone baffle, which along with the utilization of proprietary damping guarantees a totally inert and non-resonant structure. Inside each cabinet is a D’Appolito array of two high-definition Definitive midrange drivers (cast-basket 4.5” in the Four and 3.5” in the Five) surrounding a 1" pure aluminum dome Definitive tweeter. There are also two high-definition midbass/bass drivers coupled to two pressure driven planar low frequency radiators (cast-basket 4.5” in the Four and 3.5” in the Five). Newly designed Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks perfectly blend the drivers into a sonically seamless whole. The Mythos Four and Five’s styling is designed to perfectly complement flat panel TVs (whether stand, tabletop or wall mounted) as well as stand or cabinet mounted CRT TVs, rear projection TVs and front projection TVs. Of course they also look and sound terrific as stand-alone audio only speakers. They are designed to be combined with a Definitive powered subwoofer such as one of Definitive’s new SuperCubes®. Mythos Towers can be combined with a Mythos Center Channel along with a Definitive sub and a pair of Mythos on-walls or towers used as rear/side surrounds (or any of the other fine Definitive rear surrounds) to complete a state-of-the-art home theater system. Dimensions are: Mythos Four – 44” H x 5 3/16” W x 5 1/8” D. Mythos Five – 40” H x 4 1/16” W x 4 1/16” D. Freq. Response is: Mythos Four - 35Hz – 30kHz. Mythos Five – 40Hz – 30kHz. Recommended Associated Amplification is: Mythos Four 20 - 225 watts/channel. Mythos Five - 10 - 200 watts/channel. Available April 2004.

Mythos Six is an equally sleek and sexy left and right main speaker (and of course it also makes a great rear surround). Its extremely shallow depth and very thin wall mounting system (included) makes it a perfect match for any flat panel plasma or LCD TV. Mythos Six also comes with a tempered glass base for cabinet, tabletop or shelf placement. Its construction is very similar to Mythos Four and Five with a polished extruded aircraft-grade aluminum cabinet (available in silver or black) joined to a PolyStone baffle to create a stiff and totally inert monocoque structure. Driver complement is two 3.5" bass/midrange drivers in D’Appolito array configuration with a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Flanking the array are two 3.5" pressure driven low frequency radiators. Mythos Six is designed to perfectly blend with any Definitive sub and can be used with or without a Mythos Seven Center Channel in Dolby Digital home theater systems of the highest quality. A Mythos Six based system will deliver superb reproduction of both music and movies with spacious lifelike imaging, remarkable clarity and all the you-are-there excitement that have earned Definitive Technology loudspeakers the experts’ highest raves. Dimensions are 19 9/16” H x 4 1/16” W x 4” D. Freq. Response is 60Hz – 30kHz. Recommended Associated Amplification is 10 – 175 watts/channel. Suggested retail is $399 each. Available April 2004.

Mythos Seven is designed as a high definition center channel to match either Mythos Five or Mythos Six. Dimensions and specifications are the same as Mythos Six, however, the ultra-thin wall mounting system (included) is designed for horizontal placement for center channel use. It also includes an adjustable foot for optimum vertical aiming when placed on a television, a shelf or in a cabinet. In addition, whereas the bottom of the Mythos Six is flat, to allow for tabletop mounting, both the left and right sides of Mythos Seven have a distinctive angled cut. Suggested retail is $399 each. Available April 2004.

Revolutionary New Definitive In-Wall Powered Sub
Definitive’s new in-wall sub, which is based on SuperCube derived technology, is an engineering triumph. Finally a true high-performance subwoofer of moderate size which can be easily installed or retrofitted flush into a 4” deep wall in either new or existing construction. The in-wall sub is composed of two parts. The sub itself (IWSub10/10) is a 14 3/16” x 19 5/8” x 3 13/16” non-resonant sealed medite enclosure which has an attractive bezel and grill on the front (20 15/16” x 15 ½”) which is very similar to that on Definitive’s Ultimate In-Walls. Inside the box is a very special high power long-excursion active 10” driver which is coupled to a pressure driven 10” infrasonic radiator. This driver system was developed using SuperCube derived technology which allows us to achieve remarkable bass performance from a cabinet enclosure of very modest internal volume.

The power amplifier (SubAmp 300) is a separate unit designed for shelf, cabinet or rack placement. It is a high current 300+ watt powerhouse which is designed to drive either one or two IWSub 10/10 modules. It features a volume control, fully adjustable phase control (0° - 180°), fully adjustable low-pass crossover control (40-150Hz), left, right and LFE line level inputs, built-in speaker level high-pass crossover with connections and a signal sensing auto on/off circuit.

The applications for this problem solving in-wall sub are many. Obviously it is the perfect solution for a stealth high-performance home theater installation as the main LFE sub (using either 1 or 2 woofer modules). In addition, it is an easy answer for adding subwoofer punch to the rear and side channels of any home theater. Plus it is a simple way to add full range sub enhanced performance to every room in a distributed whole house audio system.

The amp and sub will be packaged separately with a projected retail for the two units combined of under $1200. The performance of the sub is simply extraordinary with fast, tight high impact bass response extending from 16Hz – 200Hz. Equally superb with music or movies, the IWSub 10/10 and SubAmp 300 combination approaches SuperCube levels of performance. Available late Spring 2004.

New High-Tech Silver Finish for ProCinema
Definitive is also pleased to announce that the ProMonitor 80s and 100s along with their matching center channels will be available in a new high-tech automotive quality gloss silver finish. In addition, ProCinema 60 Systems will be available with a high-tech matte silver finish on the satellites and center channels. Cost will remain the same.

SOURCE Definitive Technology