{"product_id":"opera-loudspeakers-mezza-v-2-pair","title":"Opera Loudspeakers Mezza v.2 - Pair","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eOpera Loudspeakers - Opera Mezza v.2 Bookshelf\/Stand Mount Speaker Pair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDesigning an approximately eight-liter speaker using a midwoofer\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewith an effective diameter of just 105 mm is a classic approach in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eloudspeaker manufacturing worldwide. However, far from being a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esimple task, it requires certain design choices that may seem\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eunconventional. Many manufacturers opt for bass reflex tuning that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eprioritizes low-frequency extension, often at the expense of power\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ehandling and, more importantly, damping.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOur approach, instead, focuses on achieving a good balance:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eproviding reasonable low-end extension along with effective\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edamping, without resorting to extreme midwoofer parameters that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewould ultimately compromise power handling.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe cabinet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFor the design of this loudspeaker, we started by ensuring that any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ecoloration caused by vibrations was minimized as much as possible.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eWe used a 4-centimeter-thick front panel and carefully chose the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eproportions of the cabinet to reduce internal reflections. Given the \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edimensions, these reflections fall within the midrange\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003efrequencies—an especially sensitive part of the audio spectrum.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eMinimizing all forms of coloration to negligible levels enhances the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eclarity of subtle signals, improving the sense of ambiance and the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eaccuracy of the reproduced soundstage.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe small size reflex port is positioned at the rear, so the speaker\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eshould be placed at least 20 centimeters away from the back wall\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewhen in use.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe speakers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOur collaboration with Scan-Speak allowed us to design a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003emidwoofer with customized parameters, enabling a highly damped\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003etuning. The size of the voice coil and the linear excursion of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ediaphragm contribute to impressive power handling, even at low\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003efrequencies. The choice of an aluminum diaphragm results in a low\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003emoving mass and avoids the prominent high-frequency break-ups\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethat would have complicated crossover design.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe tweeter is based on a standard model from the Danish\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003emanufacturer, but with a significantly reinforced motor structure to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eensure better frequency handling, especially in the midrange. A\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewell-balanced force factor and tailored compliance have led to an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eexceptionally fast transient response, further enhanced by a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ecarefully designed acoustic phase behavior that emphasizes attack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edynamics.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe crossover filter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe crossover network, refined after finalizing the cabinet\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003edimensions and minimizing internal standing waves, is relatively\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esimple in design. It was developed with careful attention to both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe acoustic response of the individual filter sections and the phase\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ealignment of each driver, optimized on and off axis. This ensures a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003esoundstage that accurately preserves spatial cues and the depth of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe original recording when reproduced in a real listening\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eenvironment.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe inductors are air-wound using thick-gauge copper wire to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eminimize series resistance, while the damping resistors are carefully\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eselected to optimize both frequency response and acoustic phase\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ebehavior.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eConclusion\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAt the end of the optimization process, we achieved a loudspeaker\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethat is slim yet robust, with a frequency response that goes beyond\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ebeing merely flat on-axis and instead delivers impressive real-world\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eperformance in-room. Its compact size, ability to be placed close to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe rear wall, and particularly enjoyable vocal range make it a true\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ebenchmark in both balance and acoustic performance.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMezza V2\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eType Two-way\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBass-Reflex\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBookshelf\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\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\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSensitivity (2.83V\/1m) 88 dB\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrequency response (-3 dB) 55Hz - 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\u003eMinimum impedance 3.5 Ohms\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaximum power: 100 W without clipping\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRecommended amplifier power 25-100 W\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrossover frequency 2200 Hz\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDimension Cabinet only: 203x382x372mm (lxhxd)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLoudspeaker with stand: 312x1116x439mm (lxhxd)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNet Weight 12 Kg\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opera","offers":[{"title":"Rosewood","offer_id":52510664917285,"sku":null,"price":2899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Concrete Grey","offer_id":52510664950053,"sku":null,"price":2899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/5054\/2373\/files\/OperaMezza_coupleWood.webp?v=1780523137","url":"https:\/\/fidelityfarmhifi.com\/products\/opera-loudspeakers-mezza-v-2-pair","provider":"Fidelity Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}