
MACARIA
MACARIA OBX System: Open-Baffle Speakers with Signature Crossover Network.
The MACARIA Open Baffle Crossover (OBX) System is comprised of.
- Baffles in the material of your choice, fitted with MACO® propietary 15" drivers
- MACO® crossover using top-grade audiophile components, with bi-amping ability
- MACO® base (Grounded Base comes standard; upgrade to the Floating Base available on any model)
- VIABLUE™ wiring and absorbers
Tech Specs
- Sensitivity: 92 dB/1m
- Impedance: it has the ability to run at 4 or 8 Ohm (user selectable by cable connection)
- Frequency response: 35-16,000 Hz
Dimensions
- With Grounded Base: 50cm (19.7") wide x 107cm
(42.1") tall x 37cm (14.5") deep - With Floating Base: 50cm (19.7") wide x 117cm
(46") tall x 43cm (19.9) deep
Weight (approx. each)
- Birch: 23 kg
- Solid Wood: 25 kg
- Quartz: 45 kg
- Granite: 55 kg
Baffle Thickness
- Solid Wood and Birch: 2.25" (+/-
1/16”) - Stone (Quartz and Granite): 2" (+/-
1/16”)
The MACARIAS boast a sensitivity of 92dBs, meaning most amplifiers should be capable of driving them effectively. However, to stay on the safe side and to ensure good bass control, we do recommend pairing them with an amplifier that delivers anything above 50W. We've conducted tests with a 300B (7W) amp and found that they sound fantastic at regular listening levels in a well-treated room. It's important to note, though, that at higher listening volumes, the lower frequencies will demand more power for better control. By keeping this in mind and letting us know your intended electronics, we can help make sure your listening experience is truly extraordinary.
We aim to ensure that your experience with the MACARIAS is unparalleled in your personal space. Therefore, to achieve the absolute best sound quality, we encourage you to email us atcontact@macoacoustic.comto inform us about the electronics you plan to pair with your MACARIAS. This will allow us to confirm the compatibility and ensure that your setup delivers the optimal auditory experience.
The MACARIA Story
From day one, our idea has been to bring about what has been missing in our audio listening experience. What we found to be missing is exactly what we have incorporated into our designs. Over the years, we have realized that the evolution of a loudspeaker has been limited by the acoustic contributions of the enclosure in which it is contained. Rather than combat these unwanted sonics inherent to traditional boxed speaker designs, we have chosen to eliminate the problem entirely. While the open baffle speaker is not a new concept, today's technology, combined with advancements in design and materials, has allowed us to focus on what we believe is the true evolution of this design.
Born out of a lifetime of passion for music across all genres and a respect for the quality it deserves in reproduction, four years have been dedicated to the research and development of the MACARIAS. During this time, we realized that to offer such a product, we would need to work directly with manufacturers of the highest standards in the audio industry—not only for proprietary components but also for a level of service and dependability crucial to the demands of this product.
We invite you to experience what has eluded many in their search for the most realistic and satisfying discovery of the music they love, in a way that has never been heard or felt before.
MACO® CROSSOVERS
The heart of the MACARIA OBX System lies in our signature MACO® crossovers—crafted to be the soul of the sound. Each crossover is built with top-of-the-line components, including premium VIABLUE™ wiring (binding posts, harness, and jumpers), ensuring that every nuance is faithfully preserved and delivered. This crossover network is what gives the MACARIAS their signature sound. Set in a beautifully designed enclosure, our crossovers are a testament to our commitment to designing and building with only the best, never compromising on quality to create a listening experience like no other.
BAFFLE MATERIALS
Stone: Sculpted from a single piece of Granite or Quartz, the Stone model is the epitome of luxury. It comes standard in a natural finish; it can be polished as an upgrade for an extra luxurious touch. Quartz comes standard in white, however if you would like your Quartz baffle in a specific colour, contact us for a quote. All special order baffles are final sale.
Acoustically, our stone models (i.e., Granite and Quartz) have the most definition. The stone’s dense mass ensures no interaction with the acoustic driver, allowing it to transform the signal into distortion-free, pristine, and detailed sound.
Thermal Treated Wood: Available in light and dark Ash, the wood MACARIAS exude a classic coziness and natural elegance. Our wood is thermal treated to enhance the durability and resistance. Wood MACARIAS come standard in a natural finish.
Sonically, the wood models have a warmer tone with a warmer mid-range, enriching the voices and instruments.
Birch Ply: The Birch model is formed by many layers of ply. With its beautiful natural lines, the rough finish of the Birch gives this baffle its unique raw, laid back look. It comes standard in a natural finish.
If you would like your Birch baffle in a specific colour, we can do automotive custom work to further personalize your baffle; contact us for a quote.
Sonically, while warmer than the stone models, Birch is the more neutral of the woods.
Standard Materials
MACO® Bases
Grounded: Also called the Single Leg, the Grounded Base comes standard with the MACARIAS. This base supports the baffle closer to the ground, with isolation provided by VIABLUE™ UFO absorbers. Sitting closer to the ground, it produces a deeper bass and more bass extension.
Floating: An upgrade option, this base uses 5mm of damping compound at its connection to the baffle coupled with VIABLUE™ UFO XL absorbers in the legs. Engineered to suspend the baffle in the air, it literally makes the MACARIAS "float", reducing interaction with the floor to an absolute minimum, resulting in more defined bass and increased separation.
Bases
MACO® DRIVERS
All MACARIAS will come standard with two 15 inch proprietary MACO® paper cone drivers.
Open Concept Loudspeaker
Liberated from traditional box enclosures, the MACARIAS offer a captivatingly natural audio environment with a vast soundstage, making your music collection come to life around you, while the minimalistic design frees your space for an open, airy ambiance.
Elegant Design
With the MACARIAS, you never have to compromise style for sound quality. With its elegant design, contours and deliberately crafted details, the MACARIAS are poised t be a sculptural and auditory centerpiece, turning heads in any space.
Refined, Enduring Materials
Using luxury, locally-sourced materials, the MACARIAS are designed to be long-lasting. In addition to their unique aesthetics, each material choice directly influences the sound, allowing for a customized listening as well as aesthetic experience.
MACARIA Owner's Manual
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