RHODIUM
...and music becomes a very special experience. Musicality, clarity and distortion-free dynamics throughout the entire tonal range – irrespective of whether it’s classical music, rock or home cinema soundtrack storms you’re listening to. Music in stereo becomes a very special experience. And, thanks to their homogeneous configuration, the speakers in the RHODIUM series can be relied upon to deliver superb cinema-like sound in a 5.1 set-up. The painstakingly integrated technology makes them capable of universal yet consistently precise sound reproduction. You sense the perfect configuration right down to the very last detail, and the top-grade finish and timelessly classical lines impress at very first sight. The RHODIUM family comprises two floorstanders, one compact and one centre speaker. The small units can be mounted on optionally available stands if you don’t wish to place them on the bookshelf. The centre speaker’s deep-bass response is optimally complemented by the SUB 88 DV active subwoofer.
RHODIUM 90
RHODIUM 90
The strengths of the RHODIUM 90 loudspeakers lie in their effortless
power output and incredible sonic detailing, rounded off by a superb
live atmosphere with superior stage performance. The two 18 cm
woofers make for lively and truly deep-down, rich bass response while
the accurate midrange units build a solid yet gracefully structured bridge
between the bass and treble regions of the sonic scale.
quadral’s new super-audio-tweeter soars even way above the upper
auditory limit – and can thus be relied upon to handle all discernible
trebles with incomparable ease.
Test reports for RHODIUM 90
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Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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02/2009
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Audiovision 02/2009
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„Classy and affordable“
With the Rhodium set, quadral shows that even on a tight budget you can get damn good home theatre sound. The 5.1 set plays nice and airy, and shows no weaknesses in spatial enhancement or bass response.
Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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EXCELLENT
(4 stars)
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10/2008
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STEREO 10/2008
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“...well-made and chic”
“They play downright fresh and lively, yet with precision. In short, they deliver a complete, convincing performance. It’s no problem to listen for long periods, because there’s no annoyance. Its ready temperament has been congenially combined with audiophile virtues.”
“Focus, timing and three-dimensionality were good — for this class, even excellent.”
“In any case, quadral has succeeded in creating everyday speakers with good sound at an astonishingly low price.”
THE BOTTOM LINE:
“A quite economical and acoustically very successful upright speaker that wins the user over with lively, impressive but also balanced sound suitable for long sessions. This box meets even exacting standards and fits the bill for everyday use.”
Overall assessment:
VERY GOOD
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RHODIUM 70
RHODIUM 70
Regardless of whether it’s emotional solo voices from a CD or
thunderous hard rock in a live concert on DVD that takes your
fancy, the RHODIUM 70 gives you a true, close-up sonic picture
of what’s happening onstage. The impressive bass pressure
it generates is attributable to the two 18 cm chassis units with
titanium covered diaphragm – one of which is designed as fully
integrated woofer. The effortlessly dynamic midranges are the
product of the bass-midrange units with their above-average
dimensions and powerful drive magnets. quadral’s
super-audio-tweeter makes for finely detailed yet effortless,
distortion-free handling of the trebles – and has no problems
whatsoever even when the volume is really turnned up.
Test reports for RHODIUM 70
Outstanding!
Peak performance at small price
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10/2008
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AREA DVD 10/2008
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AREA DVD OUTSTANDING
“Deep, precise, dynamic — the Rhodium 70 performs its role excellently, whatever the scene.”
“Voices have a very good foundation and sound very powerful, despite the fact that the middle range recedes easily.”
“The Rhodium’s tweeters are a prime example of how dynamic and engaged the upper range can sound even in low-priced speaker series.”
“The many explosions in this action movie are reproduced with a very good structure even at high volumes. We found it excellent that no component lost its spirit or slacked off on the job.”
THE BOTTOM LINE:
“The Rhodium 5.0 set tested is an assertion of powerful, dynamic, high-energy sound — whether you want to enjoy music or a film soundtrack. Voices, instruments and effects are always marked by intensity, clarity and power. The bass response is way above average, distributing depth, enormous structure, outstanding precision, immense mass and superior power throughout the room, so that a less-experienced user would almost swear that an active subwoofer had been added. The mid-range joins in seamlessly, receding only a little. The middle tones sound very pleasant, voices come out excellently — but they recede a bit behind the captivating high-range and bass reproduction.”
Outstanding! Peak performance at small price
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RHODIUM 20
RHODIUM 20
The RHODIUM 20 is outstanding for its superb musical
performance whilst requiring a minimum of space. It goes
without saying that its compact dimensions mean less
deepdown bass response than the larger units in the family,
but this is certainly a RHODIUM in every other way. Just like
its sister units, this speaker impresses across the board with
crisp bass runs, natural-sounding voices and finely detailed
trebles. The RHODIUM 20’s slender design makes it feels at
home on a bookshelf. RHODIUM 20 is the practical loudspeaker
for hi-fi stereo and home cinema sound.
Test reports for RHODIUM 20
STEREO 10/2008
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“...well-made and chic”
“They play downright fresh and lively, yet with precision. In short, they deliver a complete, convincing performance. It’s no problem to listen for long periods, because there’s no annoyance. Its ready temperament has been congenially combined with audiophile virtues.”
“Focus, timing and three-dimensionality were good — for this class, even excellent.”
“In any case, quadral has succeeded in creating everyday speakers with good sound at an astonishingly low price.”
THE BOTTOM LINE:
“A quite economical and acoustically very successful upright speaker that wins the user over with lively, impressive but also balanced sound suitable for long sessions. This box meets even exacting standards and fits the bill for everyday use.”
Overall assessment:
VERY GOOD
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Outstanding!
Peak performance at small price
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10/2008
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AREA DVD 10/2008
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AREA DVD OUTSTANDING
“Deep, precise, dynamic — the Rhodium 70 performs its role excellently, whatever the scene.”
“Voices have a very good foundation and sound very powerful, despite the fact that the middle range recedes easily.”
“The Rhodium’s tweeters are a prime example of how dynamic and engaged the upper range can sound even in low-priced speaker series.”
“The many explosions in this action movie are reproduced with a very good structure even at high volumes. We found it excellent that no component lost its spirit or slacked off on the job.”
THE BOTTOM LINE:
“The Rhodium 5.0 set tested is an assertion of powerful, dynamic, high-energy sound — whether you want to enjoy music or a film soundtrack. Voices, instruments and effects are always marked by intensity, clarity and power. The bass response is way above average, distributing depth, enormous structure, outstanding precision, immense mass and superior power throughout the room, so that a less-experienced user would almost swear that an active subwoofer had been added. The mid-range joins in seamlessly, receding only a little. The middle tones sound very pleasant, voices come out excellently — but they recede a bit behind the captivating high-range and bass reproduction.”
Outstanding! Peak performance at small price
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Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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02/2009
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Audiovision 02/2009
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„Classy and affordable“
With the Rhodium set, quadral shows that even on a tight budget you can get damn good home theatre sound. The 5.1 set plays nice and airy, and shows no weaknesses in spatial enhancement or bass response.
Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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RHODIUM BASE
RHODIUM BASE
The RHODIUM BASE task as a centre speaker is to put film
dialogue across with optimum clarity – and at the same time
unobtrusively integrate itself as part of the musical ensemble.
The bass-midrange units with titanium covered diaphragms
are time-corrected, thus enhancing the transmission angle.
The new super-audio tweeter from quadral makes for a
smooth and accurate transition from the lows to the hights.
The result is a clear and optimally homogeneous sonic picture.
RHODIUM BASE is the popular centre speaker with magnetic
shielding for all surround sound applications.
Test reports for RHODIUM BASE
Outstanding!
Peak performance at small price
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10/2008
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AREA DVD 10/2008
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AREA DVD OUTSTANDING
“Deep, precise, dynamic — the Rhodium 70 performs its role excellently, whatever the scene.”
“Voices have a very good foundation and sound very powerful, despite the fact that the middle range recedes easily.”
“The Rhodium’s tweeters are a prime example of how dynamic and engaged the upper range can sound even in low-priced speaker series.”
“The many explosions in this action movie are reproduced with a very good structure even at high volumes. We found it excellent that no component lost its spirit or slacked off on the job.”
THE BOTTOM LINE:
“The Rhodium 5.0 set tested is an assertion of powerful, dynamic, high-energy sound — whether you want to enjoy music or a film soundtrack. Voices, instruments and effects are always marked by intensity, clarity and power. The bass response is way above average, distributing depth, enormous structure, outstanding precision, immense mass and superior power throughout the room, so that a less-experienced user would almost swear that an active subwoofer had been added. The mid-range joins in seamlessly, receding only a little. The middle tones sound very pleasant, voices come out excellently — but they recede a bit behind the captivating high-range and bass reproduction.”
Outstanding! Peak performance at small price
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Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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02/2009
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Audiovision 02/2009
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„Classy and affordable“
With the Rhodium set, quadral shows that even on a tight budget you can get damn good home theatre sound. The 5.1 set plays nice and airy, and shows no weaknesses in spatial enhancement or bass response.
Good – 70 of 100 points. PRICE TIP!!!
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SUB 88 DV aktiv
- available in black high gloss or white hich gloss
- powerful, newly developed long-stroke woofer with large double magnets for
- outstanding bass dynamics
- light yet rigid fabric-coated paper diaphragm
- high sound pressure level
- vibration-free wooden cabinet with sophisticated design
- Bass reflex downfire principle
- Heavy-duty end stage with150/220W and soft-clipping circuit
- high and low-level inputs
- Subsonic protection
- Phase switch (0°/180°)
- Automatic wake-up/sleep timer (power-saving)
- two-year guarantee
Test reports for SUB 88 DV aktiv
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"From the moment you extract them from the packaging, the attention to detail is superb for the price. The black gloss finish is flawless and extremely attractive and the attention to detail in the fit and finish of the cabinets is of a very high standard..."
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07/2011
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quadral CHROMIUM STYLE 5.1 - Test review
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"From the moment you extract them from the packaging, the attention to detail is superb for the price. The black gloss finish is flawless and extremely attractive and the attention to detail in the fit and finish of the cabinets is of a very high standard..."
"...why should you seek out the quadral over the countless other brands that can produce soemething similar? The answer is because the Choromiums sound absolutely fantastic. Set up and with a few hours under its belt, this in one of the most cohesive sounding speaker systems out there."
"...but the fact the quadral has developed these drivers entirely in-house and in partnership with one another gives them incredible top-to-bottom cohesion."
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Zitat: ,,The excellent assembly and the perfect interaction of the complete range of quadral’s Sextet systems will not fail to impress you. ..."
Top-class
Price/Performance: excellent
Rating: 1,1
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02/2010
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HiFi Test 02/2010 - Test for CHROMIUM STYLE 5.1 Set
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This quadral set uses a precision ribbon tweeter to reproduce virtually floating electrical pulse conversions despite the large, effective sound face.
Zitat: ,,The excellent assembly and the perfect interaction of the complete range of quadral’s Sextet systems will not fail to impress you. The trendy appearance and the striking quality of the material makes this set not only a buy recommendation for home cinema fans, but a buy recommendation for sophisticated music fans as well."
Fazit:
+ Excellent interaction
+ Vivid, neutral stereo reproduction
+ Ribbon tweeter
Tone: 1,1
Laboratory: 1,1
Practical test: 1,1
Top-class
Price/Performance: excellent
Rating: 1,1
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Quote: „Its attention to details, the great spatiality and the pristine sound is real fun.”
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12/2009
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audivision 12/2009 - Test for CHROMIUM STYLE 5.1 Set
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The combination strikes up airy and precisely and let hear pleasant highs without any underexposure. Even at conventional surround sound the speaker set acquits itself well. ... Especially the exact and effortlessly reproduced spatiality in gauge and base fascinates.... So home cinema really amuses even by watching the row movies. The chase sequence at the beginning of “Quantum of solace”... comes with powerful impulses and satisfies with believably play of space simuation. The speakers from Hannover hit the right tone in stereo mode, too. Here they even more enthuse with their superb spatial presentation due to the fantastic fine resolution of the ribbon tweeter.”
Conclusion:
av-wertung: very good 83 from 100
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quadral GmbH & Co. KG
