Shahinian Obelisk 2 Floorstanding Speakers – Oak

Here we have a rather unusual pair of floorstanding loudspeakers from Shahinian. They use multiple drivers arranged in a poly-directional way to create a very natural sound unlike most other conventionally styled loudspeakers. They are in good fully working condition but do have some cosmetic flaws – please see photographs. They will be supplied in original factory packaging with grilles and our regular three month warranty.
Shahinian Say….
The Obelisk is the first loudspeaker designed and produced by us in 1977. At the time, its shape and acoustical disposition were considered radical. Today it is positively conservative compared to what has come and gone. It was kind of a “first,” but its durability over the years is not due to novelty as much as its absolute performing superiority.
It is still the only genuine poly/omni-directional loudspeaker on the market. If you want to hear the sound of real, live, natural music in your home then the Obelisk is unmatched … except by the Hawk & Diapason! The timbre, dynamics and sheer 3-dimensional scale of the music will astound.
Many changes and upgrades since then but with still the same innate music making qualities it started with and that have made it an enduring classic.
Let’s remember that any sound in the universe has a polyradial trajectory away from its point of source; not direct, axial. Does it not seem reasonable to attempt duplicating reality? The Obelisk does; and rather succeeds. For its size and price, its actual response is nothing short of remarkable; it performs best when out in the open, away from walls and corners. Room placement/storage is facilitated as it is fitted with four twin-wheel casters suitable for carpeted or hard floors. It recreates space …. and possesses a sense of scale. It is still unique; it makes music!
Specifications:
Power handling: 200 W max
Frequency Response: – 3 dB/28 – 18,000 Hz
Nominal Impedance: 6 ohms
Sensitivity: 89 dB
Type: 3-way floor speaker
Drivers: 8-inch polypropylene cone woofer; Two 38mm titanium ultralight exposed dome midranges; Four W-shaped titanium/polyimide dome supertweeters
Dimensions: 760 (H) x 380 (W) x 330 (D) mm
Weight: 22.7 kg