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From the moment of its launch in 1979 the
ProAc Tablette has been acclaimed as one of the greatest mini-monitors
of all time.
Many thousands of pairs have been sold over the last twenty-three
years and this stunning little loudspeaker has become a firm favourite
with music lovers worldwide.
The original Tablette cabinet was just 101/2” (266mm) high
and 6” (152mm) wide and 9” (228mm) deep.
However the limitations of drive unit technology in those days meant
that this pioneering design was not able to offer the scale of soundstage,
extended bass and increased power handling common in larger designs.
Over succeeding years therefore, through seven more incarnations,
the size of the Tablette cabinet was increased to meet this demand,
culminating in the current Tablette 2000 model.
But that was then. Now, with the advent of far more technically
refined and powerful drive units, the eighth version of the Tablette
is reborn in its original cabinet configuration but with a scale
of sound to rival much larger high quality loudspeakers.
These two new drive units represent the cutting edge of audio technology.
The all-new 41/2” bass/midrange driver is a marvel, producing
tremendous bass power and a clean, open midrange.
With a special round magnesium chassis housing a long-throw cone,
raised suspension and an extremely linear motor system, the driver
generates highly controlled and extended bass frequencies.
Loading is by small twin reflex ports which reduce unwanted colouration.
A high quality crossover network is coupled directly to the terminals
to eradicate any deterioration in the signal paths.
This redesigned board incorporates a larger bass inductor than the
original Tablette and gives higher output with lower distortion.
The crossover knits the midrange seamlessly to the output of the
completely new tweeter, a sophisticated 1" soft dome unit with
a large surround which produces an exceptionally flat response,
outstanding smoothness and fine detail.
The cabinet itself is made from a high quality Birch ply which is
critically damped and tuned with bitumen.
As ever with ProAc loudspeakers, the Reference Eights are finished
with exquisite real wood veneer.
The Tablette Reference Eight is a true monitor level design.
The remarkably flat frequency response is characterised by a smooth,
natural and detailed output delivered with a surprising level of
weight and scale.
This diminutive powerhouse can be placed on shelves or ledges, but
for true high-end listening is best mounted on heavy rigid stands.
Nominal Impedance
8 ohms
Recommended Amplifiers
10 to 100 watts
Frequency Response
40hz to 30Khz
Sensitivity
86db linear for 1 watt at 1 metre
Bass/Midrange
4 1/2" long throw cone design with linear low distortion motor
system and raised suspension in die cast chassis.
Tweeter
1" soft silk dome exclusive to ProAc with special surround
and inner chamber
Crossover
Finest components on dedicated circuit board. Multistrand oxygen-free
cable throughout.
Split for optional bi-wiring and bi-amping.
Dimensions
10 1/2" (266mm) high
6" (152mm) wide
9" (228mm) deep
Mode
Stand/Shelf mounting
Grille
Acoustically transparent crimplene
Finish
Available in the following real wood veneers: Black Ash, Maple,
Cherry and Mahogany.
* Due to ProAc's continuous improvement specifications are subject
to change without notice.
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