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Description :
The Spica TC-50 is a deceptively simple two-way loudspeaker based on a 6-1/2 inch acoustically suspended woofer and a 1 inch dome type tweeter. Its crossover network is truly state-of-the-art, in parts quality, circuit layout and, of course, design. The compact speaker is the result of exhaustive research and the latest technology in computer assisted optimization. Designer John Bau had indeed pushed the limits with tools available for the period, creating a time-aligned design with remarkable imaging qualities. Close tolerances were maintained during production and units were serialized to ensure a optimal left/right matching.
The Spica TC-50 was the most popular Spica ever produced. The small triangular shaped box designed by John Bau had a large audience of admirers. From student to stereophile all admired its price and great ability to image. The TC-50s sound was great, when you listened there was just seemed to be more to it. With it's focused imaging, the speakers provided a more convincing experience than speakers costing thousands more. The speakers could be very revealing (perhaps unforgiving) at times, but when coupled with good electronics (especially tubes) the experience is the stuff that legends are made of.
Specifications :
System Type..................................................Sealed box
System Resonance / Q...................................56 Hz, Total Q .78
Frequency Response (-3dB).............................60 Hz - 17 kHz
Woofer...........................................................6.5" treated paper cone
Tweeter..........................................................1" impregnated cloth dome
Woofer Crossover............................................4th order Bessel response
Tweeter Crossover...........................................Computer derived, approx. 1st order response
Input Impedance..............................................4 ohms nominal, minimum 3.6 ohms @4 kHz
Polarity...........................................................Both drivers positive
Sensitivity.......................................................84dB @1 watt, 1 meter
Power Handling...............................................50 watts continuous program, 100 watts peak
Dimensions(w x d x h).....................................33.5 x 29.5 x 40.5 cm
Weight...........................................................10 kg
Miscellaneous :
Matching.......................................................Spica TC-50 Stands
Made in.........................................................USA
Condition.......................................................8 / 10 (Decent condition)
Product information :
http://spicaspeakers.com/specifications/spica-tc-50-datasheet.php
http://spicaspeakers.com/manuals/spica-tc50-manual.pdf (Online manual)
Reviews :
http://www.stereophile.com/loudspeakerreviews/446/
http://spicaspeakers.com/manuals/audio-magazine-tc50-review.pdf
http://www.theaudiocritic.com/back_issues/The_Audio_Critic_16_r.pdf |
