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• Overview – The AudioVector Arreté R1 Speaker, released in 2017, is a high-end standmount loudspeaker featuring AudioVector’s AMT tweeter technology and advanced cabinet engineering for exceptional speed, transparency, and musical realism.
• AMT Tweeter Technology – Utilizing AudioVector’s Air Motion Transformer tweeter, the AudioVector Arreté R1 Speaker delivers outstanding transient response, ultra-low distortion, and extended high-frequency performance with remarkable detail retrieval.
• Reference-Level Performance – The AudioVector Arreté R1 Speaker is celebrated for its holographic imaging, natural midrange reproduction, and surprisingly deep bass, creating a large-scale presentation from a compact enclosure.
• Specifications – 2-way bass reflex standmount design, 8-ohm nominal impedance, 87 dB sensitivity, frequency response 40Hz–53kHz, recommended amplifier power 50–300 watts, AudioVector AMT tweeter and carbon-fibre bass/midrange driver.
• Dimensions – Approximately 370 mm (H) × 190 mm (W) × 300 mm (D), offering a compact footprint suitable for dedicated stands and high-performance listening environments.
• Weight – Approximately 11 kg per speaker, reflecting rigid cabinet construction, premium crossover components, and advanced driver technology for optimum acoustic performance.
The S$6,800 asking price for a like-new Audiovector ARRETE subwoofer is ambitious, sitting well above the typical used market. New retail in the UK was £2,225 (roughly S$3,900), and recent North American listings show new units around S$6,500–S$6,600, so this price barely discounts new stock despite the “like-new” claim. Unless the seller includes rare finishes or premium accessories, this leans toward overpriced compared to the fair used range of roughly S$4,500–S$5,500.
That said, the ARRETE is a compact, high-performance 10″ dual-driver sub with 400W of power and a 18–180 Hz range, praised for tight, musical bass that integrates seamlessly with Audiovector’s main speakers. If the unit is truly pristine, in a desirable finish like African Rosewood, and includes the original cable and box, it could appeal to a buyer who values Dutch engineering and wants a no-compromise sub in a small footprint. But at this price, patience may yield better value.
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Founded in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1979 by Ole Klifoth, a seasoned hi-fi distributor and audio enthusiast dissatisfied with existing speakers, Audiovector embodies Danish craftsmanship and innovation. Klifoth's vision—to craft natural-sounding loudspeakers for discerning music lovers—launched with the unconventional Trapeze series, featuring asymmetrical cabinets that minimized standing waves through non-parallel surfaces. Now led by his son Mads Klifoth as CEO, this family-owned enterprise upholds a legacy of bold design choices, blending tradition with cutting-edge developments over four decades.
Audiovector specializes exclusively in high-end loudspeakers, producing both passive and active models across series like R, SR, and QR. Renowned for modular upgradeability, allowing owners to evolve systems without replacement, their speakers incorporate proprietary technologies such as rear-firing bass-midrange drivers for superior soundstaging and the Freedom Grounding System for chassis earthing. Every unit is hand-assembled in-house using premium materials, prioritizing linear dynamics, phase accuracy, and low compression for lifelike reproduction.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Audiovector commands respect among audiophiles for its exceptional build quality, innovative engineering, and worldwide acclaim. Models like the flagship R11 Arreté represent Denmark's priciest offerings, appealing to buyers seeking precision, musicality, and longevity in a niche boutique brand that defies conventions.
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