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ART IMPRESSION 2 LOUDSPEAKERS rnrn***CONTACT BY EMAIL PLEASE***rnrnART Impression 2 loudspeakers. Upgraded for me by the Dunlops to later Impression 2 specification with new SEAS Crescendo tweeters, Jensen crossover components and wired with Kondo KSL SPc cable. Modular speakers, incredibly well made using high spec drive units and option to adjust tweeter modules to suit listening position. 4Ohm and 89db sensitivity but valve amp friendly and worked brilliantly with my 845 based SET amps. Cosmetically very good with a couple of minor issues. Includes custom (given the size and weight) Town... read more
Used Art Loudspeakers Impression 2s rarely surface on the market, but recent comparable GBP listings show a median asking price of £135, with a tight 25th percentile at £45 and a broad 75th at £2,090. At £10,500 for excellent condition, this is wildly ambitious—well beyond even optimistic comps—and smells like wishful thinking unless it's a rare variant or pristine pair with provenance. I'd pass unless you're collecting museum pieces.
Buyers should verify the drivers for surround degradation, a known ART weak spot after 10+ years, and check crossover capacitors for value drift via impedance sweeps. Insist on original grilles, spikes, and manual; missing bits tank resale. Test for cabinet resonances too—Impression 2s can buzz if mishandled.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
ART Loudspeakers, founded in 1998 in Troon, Scotland, embodies a proud heritage of British audio craftsmanship. Emerging from the same innovative stable as the iconic Systemdek turntables, the brand has honed its expertise in precision engineering and musical fidelity for over two decades. Handcrafted in Scotland, ART continues this legacy, blending artistry with cutting-edge technology to create components that honor the nation's storied tradition in high-end sound reproduction.
The company focuses primarily on loudspeakers, renowned for their vintage-inspired aesthetics and advanced bass reflex designs, such as the early ART One and ART Two models, alongside Deco-style offerings. Complementing these are meticulously paired Systemdek turntables, forming a cohesive ecosystem for analog enthusiasts. While not venturing into amplifiers, DACs, headphones, or cables, ART's speakers stand out for their fusion of form and function, often showcased with select German drivers and Japanese transformers.
Positioned as a niche boutique player in the high-end market, ART Loudspeakers commands respect among discerning audiophiles for their exceptional build quality and emotive performance. Though relatively obscure outside specialist circles, models like the Stiletto 6 and Emotion Monitors earn praise for revealing musical nuances with elegance, appealing to buyers seeking handcrafted excellence over mass-market volume.
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