Shape Inspired by Nature
In ECLIPSE TD series, the internal standing and diffraction waves generated at the front baffle edges are largely eliminated by adopting a rigid, yet tactile egg-shaped form in which no two radial surfaces are in the same plane. With TD712zMK2, the wider frequency response has been dramatically improved by increasing the internal volume of the cabinet by approximately 20% from the original model.
12cm Full Range Driver
Because the cone needs to be extremely light, offering greater elasticity whilst still possessing a high radial rigidity, fibreglass has been chosen as the ideal material for the drive-unit. It is then connected to the enclosure by a highly flexible, rubber surround incorporating a re-designed damping system. This allows precise, lateral piston movement. The magnetic flux density is approximately 10 percent greater than in the original design, providing a more powerful motor system.
Solid Foundation
TD712zMK2 and its stand is an 'all-point' contact design, achieved by using three steel legs mounted in the top of the column in combination with a specially machined, locking ring. This design eliminates undesirable vibrations, ensures tighter low frequency performance and allows for angle adjustments, which is an unusual option for high-end speakers. Adjustment of up to 12 degrees of the head angle offers a wide range of flexibility in the installation to suit the individual listening environment.
Well Damped
The dramatic, streamlined form of the stand echoes the design of aircraft wings in restraining the reflection of spherical waves. It is made from a combination of extruded and die-cast aluminium, offering both high rigidity and extensive internal damping, which eliminates any residual vibrations. The stand is filled with high-density, irregular sized, kiln dried sand and the combination of these elements in the structure allows precise reproduction of low frequency waveforms.
Spike-on-Insulator
TD721zMK2 base adopts an unusual integrated spike and insulator foot arrangement, which delivers unique waveform reproduction capabilities. The mounting to the stand is by all-point-contact so that any minuscule residual vibrations from the drive-unit movements are further isolated from the floor. The speakers can be moved without scratching the floor and adjustments can easily be made manually and without the use of special tools.