Gold Note Introduces Diana Series: Modular Speakers Featuring Italian Craftsmanship and Innovative Design
Gold Note has just unveiled their new Diana series—a line of modular speakers that seamlessly blend Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. For those of us who appreciate both form and function, these speakers might just hit that sweet spot.
At the heart of the Diana series is a unique design choice: the cabinets are clad in fabric recycled from Italian racing car seats. This isn't just a stylish nod to Italy's automotive heritage; the fabric is acoustically transparent, durable, stain-resistant, and internally dampened with foam to minimize unwanted vibrations. It's a thoughtful touch that sets these speakers apart aesthetically and functionally.
The series includes the Diana I and Diana II bookshelf models, both designed for versatility in different room sizes. The Diana I features a 1-inch silk dome tweeter paired with a 6.5-inch midrange driver with a glass fiber cone. With a sensitivity of 88 dB, it's well-suited for smaller spaces.
The Diana II steps things up with a symmetrical driver configuration, housing two specially treated 6.5-inch paper cone midrange drivers alongside the same 1-inch tweeter. This model boasts a higher sensitivity of 91 dB, making it compatible with a wider range of amplifiers and larger rooms. Both models utilize a bass-reflex design with a rear-firing port, allowing for flexible placement close to walls.
What's really intriguing is the modularity of the series. The Diana III-F floorstanding module can be integrated with either the Diana I or II, transforming them into full-fledged floorstanders. This module includes a down-firing 6.5-inch woofer with a glass fiber cone and a bass-reflex port on the front panel. An automatic recognition system adjusts the audio settings based on which bookshelf model it's paired with, ensuring seamless integration and extending the bass response down to a solid 38 Hz.
For home theater enthusiasts, the Diana Center channel speaker rounds out the lineup. It features the same 1-inch silk dome tweeter and two specially treated paper cone midrange drivers, all housed in a sealed cabinet to minimize unwanted resonance. With a sensitivity of 91 dB, it's designed to deliver clear dialogue and integrate smoothly with the other Diana speakers.
All in all, the Gold Note Diana series seems to offer a compelling mix of innovative design and audiophile-grade performance. The use of recycled materials not only adds a unique aesthetic but also aligns with sustainable practices—a nice bonus for the environmentally conscious listener.
