{"product_id":"opera-loudspeakers-grand-mezza-v-2-pair","title":"Opera Loudspeakers Grand Mezza v.2 - Pair","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eFloorstanding Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Grand Mezza partially revisits the distinctive features of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eSuperpavarotti, a design developed in the late 1990s. That earlier\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003emodel was notable for its remarkably extended low-frequency\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eresponse despite using small-diameter drivers, as well as for its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eimpressive soundstage reproduction. While the Grand Mezza\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003efollows the same design philosophy, it now benefits from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esignificantly more advanced drivers—still only 5 inches in diameter.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cabinet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLike the other models in the new Serie Classica V2, this cabinet was\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edesigned to minimize internal reflections and coloration caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eside-wall vibrations, especially given its tall, vertical structure.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrecise testing using accelerometers and lasers enabled the use of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eacoustically neutral reinforcements placed at two critical points.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe wall of the first internal chamber—located behind the two\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewoofers—is sharply angled to optimize the distribution of internal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ereflections in the most sensitive frequency range. The loading\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esystem used is the same as in the previous model: a dual-chamber,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eseries-connected resonator (DCAAV). Unlike traditional bass-reflex\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esystems, this approach allows for extended low-frequency\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eresponse, a gentler roll-off at the extreme low end, and reduced\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edriver excursion.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eA special high-density polyurethane, combined with the cabinet's\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eshape, helps to minimize internal coloration to the greatest\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003epossible extent.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.operaloudspeakers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/RED05979.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Speakers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe two 5-inch midwoofers, developed in collaboration with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eDenmark's Scan-Speak, retain some of the qualities of the previous\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003egeneration but benefit from a larger cone diameter and significant\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eimprovements thanks to advancements in driver technology and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe cabinet’s exceptional linearity. The result is a well-balanced\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003etonal character across the low and mid-bass ranges, outstanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eclarity, and the expressive vocal presence that has become a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ehallmark of OPERA speakers.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe tweeter used is the same model featured in the other speakers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eof this series. It is based on a standard unit that has been specially\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ereinforced in the moving assembly to prevent tonal shifts in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eupper frequencies, even at high listening volumes.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Crossover Filter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe crossover filter is built using top range components and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003efeatures a specially designed network for the two midwoofers,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewhich operate almost entirely in parallel in the low-frequency\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003erange. The inductors are extremely low-loss, minimizing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eattenuation and preserving detail in the signal to the midwoofers.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith internal coloration significantly reduced, the crossover design\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewas able to remain relatively simple while still achieving steep\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eacoustic slopes—particularly in the transition between the upper\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003emidwoofer and the tweeter. Carefully tuned acoustic phase\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ealignment, both on- and off-axis, contributes to precise soundstage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003elayering and an incredibly immersive listening experience.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe PCB has been completely designed by us, with a layout and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ecomponent positioning that faithfully preserves the performance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003echaracteristics observed in the prototypes. Finally, the internal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewiring between the crossover and the drivers uses thick-gauge,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ehigh-purity copper cable to ensure optimal signal integrity.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGrand Mezza V2\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eType Two and a half way\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDouble resonator\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFloorstanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpeaker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDrivers Tw\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e26 mm Soft Dome Tweeter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDouble Ferrite Magnet, Alu Front plate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMid\/Woofer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e150mm Black anodized Alu Cone Ferrite Magnet\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eWoofer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e150mm Black anodized Alu Cone Ferrite Magnet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSensitivity (2.83V\/1m) 92 dB\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrequency response (-3 dB) 48Hz - 28000Hz\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNominal impedance 6 Ohms\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMinimun impedance 3.8 Ohms\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaximum power: 100W without clipping\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRecommended amplifier power 25-130W\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrossover frequency 250-2000 Hz\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDimension Cabinet only: 201x1050x375mm (lxhxd)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLoudspeaker with base: 262x1107x427mm (lxhxd)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNet Weight 35 Kg\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opera","offers":[{"title":"Rosewood","offer_id":52510657806629,"sku":null,"price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Concrete Grey","offer_id":52510657839397,"sku":null,"price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/5054\/2373\/files\/OperaGrandMezza_coupleWood.webp?v=1780522905","url":"https:\/\/fidelityfarmhifi.com\/products\/opera-loudspeakers-grand-mezza-v-2-pair","provider":"Fidelity Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}