Omniray®
Horn is the distinguishing feature of all Zingali's creations assuring the
utmost quality in sound reproduction. It is the most notable element of the
enclosure and the company's pride.
The horn
history at Zingali starts in the 80's with a traditional bi-radial model in
wood, the forerunner of what would become the emblem of the company. It was
used in the 8800 Studio Monitor line. Since the release of the first line of
studio monitors Giuseppe Zingali kept on with his research in the field of horn
acoustics trying to improve the quality of mid-high frequencies reproduction.
He has analyzed the conventional circular exponential horn whose axial length
is greater than its maximum diameter. Being its drawbacks like causing
colorations and beaming effect in the high frequencies well known, Giuseppe
Zingali tried to improve the sound emission by optimizing horn shape and
proportions through numerous calculations and tests. The studies were concluded
in 1995 and the idea that became the future of the company was the circular
wooden horn of a particular shape now patented worldwide as Omniray
®Technology. The horn is carved of a solid piece of Yellow Poplar. Its curve
characteristics and throat depth guarantee the most accurate reproduction of
medium-high frequencies available today. The circular shape of the horn allows
360° radiation of sound with an angle of dispersion of up to 140°. The horn
curve is not fully exponential but consists of parts described by specific
formulas. Each part is “responsible” for the quality of reproduction of a
certain frequency range. Together with the relatively short throat depth this
allows to balance frequencies in the region from 500 Hz to 20 kHz within the
limits of ± 1.5 dB.
When you
look at a Zingali loudspeaker, its hand crafted wooden cabinet and the wooden
horn in particular, you can't but think it's a kind of musical instrument.
Traditionally many musical instruments are made of wood that normally is the
key to the magic sound of a piano, a violin or a lute. Things have not changed
since the times when these instruments were created. No matter how far the
technology goes, a piano rim made of anything different from wood just has no
sense. The Zingali loudspeakers are “alive” thanks to such a noble material as
wood and natural colors of coating that emphasize its charm.
Omniray®
Technology unites in harmony the geometry, materials and dedication of a true
audio enthusiast to assure outstanding sensitivity of loudspeakers, improved
dynamics and sound transparency. The optimum horn shape provides enough
efficiency typical for horns but without distortions. Thanks to their
sensitivity our loudspeakers can be matched perfectly even with low power valve
amplifiers. They deliver striking clearness of sound and articulation even on
low volume. The sound is detailed and true to the original no matter what
musical genre you prefer. The typical characteristics of Zingali loudspeakers
is the effect of performer's presence in the room be it voice or an orchestra.
Specifications:
System
Type: Bass reflex
Frequency
Response: 32 - 21,000 Hz
Nominal
Impedance: 8 Ω
Sensitivity: 98 dB
at 1m/1W
Crossover
Frequency: 700 Hz, 12 dB/oct
Power
Rms: 300 Watts
Recommended
Power Amplifier: 10 - 500 Watts
Input
System: Bi-Wiring
Woofer: 390 mm - coil 100 mm
Compression
Driver: 1" - coil 44 mm
Wooden
Horn: Omniray GZ 14"
Cabinet: 40 mm Mdf Black
Finish: 40 mm Solid Wood Cherry/Walnut/Natural
Dimensions
(W x H x D): 112 x 52 x 75 mm
Weight: 70 kg net