{"product_id":"vienna-acoustics-beethoven-baby-grand-reference-floorstanding-speaker","title":"Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Baby Grand Reference Floorstanding Speaker","description":"\u003cp\u003eListening for the first time to Vienna Acoustics new BEETHOVEN Baby Grand REFERENCE™ leaves you breathless with a few burning questions: How on earth is this slim beauty able to create such a soundstage? Where is the hidden subwoofer? And where does this intensity come from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design stand Vienna Acoustics’ brandnew spidercone drivers, one 6 inch midrange and two 6 inch woofers, all with their patented flat spidercone within a new construction, consisting of 2 distinct cones – the all new Composite Cone. The plane surface of the spidercone offers the advantage of precise, piston-like movement. Any diaphragm should move in and out as one unit, not as a quivering mass of uncorrelated vibrations. It should move as a perfectly-solid piston. The flat cone is extremely stiff, with bracings of a height of 18 mm (bass) and 14 mm (mid), yet light, respectively, further reinforced by glasfibers in their new X4P™ mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Composite Cone Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Baby Grand Reference™ is the manufacturer's innovative Composite Cone technology, engineered to deliver exceptional accuracy, clarity, and natural musical reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carefully designed rear bracing distributes impulse energy evenly across the entire surface of the flat diaphragm. This ensures that every section of the cone moves uniformly, resulting in precise impulse response, improved control, and remarkable sonic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe driver incorporates a large voice coil and a substantial central radiating surface, both of which play an important role in its acoustic performance. Through extensive development and listening evaluations, Vienna Acoustics refined this unique construction into its proprietary Composite Cone design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA defining feature is the 5 cm inverted dome at the center of the diaphragm, constructed from woven fabric with a double-coated rear surface. Extensive testing determined that recessing this dome by 8 mm produces exceptionally balanced and homogeneous sonic results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woven fabric center also complements the material characteristics of Vienna Acoustics' hand-coated silk dome tweeter, creating a natural and cohesive relationship between the drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExceptional High-Frequency Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike its larger counterpart, the Beethoven Baby Grand Reference™ features Vienna Acoustics' exclusive hand-coated silk dome tweeter, designed by the manufacturer and handcrafted by a specialized Scandinavian team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis advanced tweeter reveals even the most delicate musical nuances with exceptional clarity and natural ease. Its extended frequency capabilities allow for seamless integration into the midrange spectrum, delivering a beautifully balanced presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an extraordinary combination of resolution, musical warmth, and effortless reproduction that preserves the character and emotion of every performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision-Engineered Crossover Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beethoven Baby Grand Reference™ features a sophisticated crossover network that combines the elegant simplicity of first-order, 6 dB-per-octave filters with carefully implemented second-order Bessel filter characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component and circuit layout is selected and refined through extensive listening evaluations to ensure seamless integration between the drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis meticulous approach produces exceptional tonal balance, precise instrumental timbres, and a remarkably cohesive soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVienna Acoustics founder and designer Peter Gansterer plays a central role in the development and refinement of the crossover system. His extensive listening evaluations help shape the loudspeaker's distinctive combination of musical harmony, clarity, and dynamic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEuropean Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Cabinet Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beethoven Baby Grand Reference™ continues Vienna Acoustics' tradition of exceptional European craftsmanship, combining advanced acoustic engineering with timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts carefully engineered cabinet features a scientifically optimized internal bracing structure designed to minimize unwanted resonances and maintain structural rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn independent, airtight enclosure houses the Composite Cone midrange driver, isolating it from the internal pressure generated by the bass drivers and helping preserve clarity and precision throughout the midrange frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior reflects the same uncompromising attention to detail, offering the natural warmth and beauty of genuine wood veneers alongside the remarkable depth and elegance of premium piano lacquer finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRediscover the Beauty of Music\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vienna Acoustics Beethoven Baby Grand Reference™ brings together advanced driver technology, meticulous crossover engineering, and exceptional craftsmanship to create an immersive and emotionally engaging listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom delicate instrumental passages to powerful orchestral performances, every detail is designed to bring listeners closer to the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 Hz – 23 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–300 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1\" Hand-Coated Vienna Acoustics Silk Dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" Composite Cone with Flat X4P Spidercone Technology and Recessed Fabric Center Cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoofers:\u003c\/strong\u003e (2) 6\" Composite Cone Woofers with Flat X4P Spidercone Technology and Recessed Fabric Center Cones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass Reflex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impulse-Optimizing QB3 (Quasi-Butterworth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrossover System:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-Way, 6 dB and 12 dB Bessel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrossover Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene Capacitors (1% Tolerance), Coils (0.7% Tolerance), Air Coils for Midrange\/Tweeter Sections, and Special Powder Core for Bass Section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Film Resistors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1% Tolerance, Inductance-Free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (Per Pair):\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 kg (115 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWithout Base Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2\" × 40.4\" × 13.1\" (182 × 1025 × 330 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith Base Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.2\" × 43.1\" × 13.1\" (260 × 1095 × 330 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Rosewood, Cherry, Piano Black, Piano White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"Vienna Acoustics","offers":[{"title":"Piano Black","offer_id":44082165612607,"sku":null,"price":10995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Piano White","offer_id":44082165645375,"sku":null,"price":10995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":44082165678143,"sku":null,"price":10995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium Rosewood","offer_id":44082165710911,"sku":null,"price":12495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0242\/3334\/5087\/files\/VA_BBGR_1000x1000_0002_pianoblack_b.jpg?v=1791581179","url":"https:\/\/www.paragonsns.com\/products\/vienna-acoustics-beethoven-baby-grand-reference-floorstanding-speaker","provider":"Paragon Sight \u0026 Sound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}