With the benefit of being active (self-powered), the Reveal 601a's
perfectly matched integrated amplifier ensures maximum efficiency from the
6.5" woofer and 1" soft dome tweeter and removes any need for a separate
power amp. Response has been optimised for quarter space near field
operation, such as on a meter bridge or on a table either side of your
control surface, while independent gain control is provided on the rear
panel, along with HF trim control, to allow fine tuning.
The low distortion 6.5" LF/MF driver voicing has been enhanced to deliver
a natural and accurate ultra-linear response in the low and midrange
frequencies, while the wide bandwidth tweeter extends the amplitude
response beyond the 20kHz audibility threshold to 30kHz to improve the
phase response within the audible band. This preserves the harmonic
structure of sounds and the stability of the stereo image, ensuring
stunningly accurate mix translation.
The rigid MDF cabinet construction provides stiffness and minimises
colouration, while internal bracing of the sides and rear against the back
of the bass driver provides a rigid reactive mass for the moving cone
assembly; this ensures fast tight bass response and clear midrange. The
curved edged design of the front baffle helps eliminate diffraction, while
the front-firing bass port avoids the problem of exaggerated bass response
as a result of boundary-coupling - a pitfall inherent with rear-firing
designs when positioned close to a wall. The new elliptical tweeter
waveguide has also been optimised to control high frequency directivity and
minimise diffraction, ensuring a wide and even sweet spot.
Both balanced XLR and unbalanced TRS jack inputs complete the versatile
package, ensuring the Tannoy Reveal 601a is easily integrated into any home
or project studio with the minimum of fuss.