In the Autumn of 2008, T+A launched the original Caruso, quickly gaining a reputation for its unique design and high-quality construction. Its successor, the Caruso Blu, maintained this legacy with modern updates. The latest iteration of the Caruso represents a significant evolution in both aesthetics and technology, completely redesigned yet maintaining its distinctive heritage.
Incorporating seven integrated speaker systems, the Caruso offers exceptional sound quality. It features three power amplifiers, delivering 100 watts continuously to the subwoofer and 50 watts to each of the mid/high range units, meticulously paired with the speaker components. Precision is further enhanced by an advanced digital signal processor managing a refined active crossover network. This setup allows the Caruso to adapt its output to provide superior audio quality, regardless of its physical placement.
Despite its compact size, the Caruso delivers an astounding audio experience, a feat largely attributed to the strategic use of aluminum subassemblies, a design approach T+A refers to as the Aluminum Framework. This innovative use of materials not only enhances the sound but also underlines the Caruso’s cutting-edge engineering ethos, ensuring it lives up to its cult status among audiophiles.
Features
Formats Support:
- Disc Formats: CD-DA (12cm), CD-R, CD-RW
- Audio Formats: MP3, WMA (DRM not supported), AAC(LC/HEAAC), WAV, FLAC, ALAC, Vorbis, AMR-NB, AMR-MB
- Audio CD Features: CD-Text
Compatible Services:
- Streaming: Tidal, Deezer, Amazon Music, qobuz, Spotify Connect (subscription required)
- Internet Radio: Airable Internet Radio Service (> 11000 stations worldwide)
Audio Specs:
- Frequency Response: 2 Hz - 20 kHz (audio CD)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (CD): 100 dB
- Total Output Power: 200 Watts nominal, 300 Watts peak
- Distortion: < 0.02 %
Drive Units:
- 1 x 170 mm long-throw woofer
- 2 x 170 mm long-throw passive radiator
- 2 x 100/40 mm high-performance midrange
- 2 x 20 mm cloth dome tweeter
Radio:
- FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz; sensitivity 1 µV; S/N > 65 dBA
- DAB+: 168 -240 MHz (band III); sensitivity 2.0 µV, S/N > 96 dBA
- Features: RDS/RDBS, station name (PS), station logo, radiotext (TR)
Connectivity:
- LAN: Fast Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
- WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n
- USB: 1 x USB 2.0 Master mode
- Bluetooth Standards/Codecs: A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.4, aptX®, MP3, AAC, SBC
- Bluetooth Features: Bi-directional sink + source
- DLNA compatible
Inputs:
- 2 x AUX (RCA) 2 Veff max
- 1 x USB 2.0 Master mode
- SP/DIF: 1 x coax (192 kSps), 1 x TOS-Link (96 kSps)
- 2 x LAN (1 x uplink, 1 x out)
Outputs:
- Pre-Amp (RCA) 2 Veff
- Subwoofer (RCA)
- Headphone: 32 Ohm @ 30mW (3.5 mm jack)
Power Supply:
- Mains Supply: 100-127 V, 220 - 240V, 50-60 Hz
- Power Consumption: max. 300 Watts, Eco standby < 0.5 Watts, comfort standby 5 W
Sound Management:
- 2 channel stereo system with DSP controlled sound characteristics
Dimensions and Weight:
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 27 x 29 x 29 cm (10.6 x 11.4 x 11.4 inch)
- Weight: 12 kg (26.5 lb)
Accessories:
- Remote control, power cord, USB cable for charging RC, antenna Bluetooth, antenna WLAN, telescopic antenna radio
Finish:
- Case black with silver top and bottom covers
