Starke Sound Unveils HALO Series Featuring Cutting-Edge Home Theater Speakers and Subwoofers
Starke Sound has unveiled the HALO Series, a comprehensive lineup of loudspeakers, subwoofers, and power amplifiers tailored for discerning home theater enthusiasts. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the company introduces three loudspeaker models—the M1 bookshelf speaker, C2 center channel, and W1 slimline on-wall speaker—all featuring the Rogrid™ Aluminum Frame and reinforced cabinets for enhanced durability and precision. The M1 boasts a Diamaze28™ beryllium tweeter and a MaxCarbon65™ woofer, paired with a first-order crossover to ensure clear high frequencies and solid bass response. The C2 center channel integrates dual MaxCarbon65™ mid-bass drivers, delivering balanced sound ideal for accurate dialogue reproduction, while the W1 offers a space-saving design without compromising on performance.
Complementing the speaker range, the HALO Series includes two subwoofers: the SUB1 and SUB5. The SUB1 is equipped with a 12.5-inch driver and a 1000W RMS amplifier, providing deep and precise bass suitable for compact setups. For larger rooms or more demanding home theater systems, the SUB5 features a 17-inch driver with a 3000W RMS amplifier and an Umbraxis™ Diaphragm Support Structure, capable of reaching frequencies as low as 8Hz. These subwoofers ensure that low-frequency performance remains uncompromised, delivering dynamic and distortion-free bass.
Powering the HALO Series are two state-of-the-art amplifiers, the A2 two-channel and A3 three-channel models. Both amplifiers utilize Starke Sound’s third-generation Class A+AB design, offering up to 620 watts per channel at 4Ω. They incorporate a fully balanced topology and a robust power supply capacitor array of 176,000 microfarads, ensuring stable and efficient performance. The high-bias design allows the amplifiers to operate in Class A mode under typical conditions, seamlessly switching to Class AB when necessary to maintain dynamic range and clarity.
Finished in TrueChrome™ piano lacquer with a mirror-finish polish, the HALO Series speakers and subwoofers are available in Samurai Black, Lunar White, and Ember Noir, while the SUB5 is exclusively offered in Samurai Black. Pricing for the series begins at approximately $10,000 for a two-channel system, with complete home theater configurations ranging from $30,000 to $50,000. This positions the HALO Series as a premium yet accessible option for those seeking high-end performance without the exorbitant price tag typically associated with top-tier audio equipment.
Overall, the HALO Series by Starke Sound delivers a meticulously engineered solution for home audio and cinema setups, combining advanced materials, precise acoustics, and powerful amplification. With its robust build quality and impressive technical specifications, the series stands out as a compelling choice for audiophiles aiming to elevate their listening experience.
