Subwoofer Mirage Prestige S10
The current top-end line of active subwoofers model named Mirage Prestige S10. And no wonder - the sparkling polished lacquered faces unit is able to stand out not only an attractive exterior, but very informative and filled their small volume.
Model is based on a 10-inch low frequency driver with own production of woven fiberglass cone, having specially designed suspension with transverse incisions (technology Ribbed Elliptical Surround).
Acoustic design - rear bass reflex, its two ports installed on the rear wall of the housing. Heart of the system is a high pulse amplifier configured scheme BASH, rated power 300 W, which in peak modes can reach impressive values of 1200 watts.
To connect to the receiver are high-level inputs and one linear. Outputs are not provided, that somewhat limits the possibility to integrate a subwoofer in the complex sound systems.
But there is a standard level control and is very useful in practice smooth phase change significantly facilitate the initial setup of the machine. Integrated crossover works in the range of 40 to 120 Hz, but if necessary, it can be disabled. Useful and feature automatic activation on the input signal.
We usually start listening to music recordings of various genres, and that this test can tell a lot about the class of subwoofer. In this case, experts Mirage once again confirmed its expertise in building quality bass management. Sound Prestige S10 differs almost complete absence of extraneous overtones at all levels. Canadian bass machine quite well balanced in such basic criteria as timbre resolution, attack, clarity and dynamic capabilities. In these disciplines Prestige S10 proved to be not absolutely brilliant, but quite confidently played the entire proposed material, creating the impression of a reliable professional performer.
In the audio tracks to test our blockbusters also not lose face. Variety of percussion effects were given to him with astonishing ease, felt considerable reserve capacity. However, the most powerful and low blows passed with little compression and literally second loss clarity with which, however, is not particularly vexing when viewing. Generated sound pressure allows using it indoors decent footage, and sure set at a depth of - work in conjunction with enough bass floor high-end acoustics.
