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DIPTYQUE DP85
An Artisanal Masterpiece of Acoustic Glory
General Introduction
In its apparent simplicity, the dp85 comprises a multiplicity of technology and know-how developed by Gilles Douziech and Eric Poix.
It is composed of a 0.132 m2 bass / medium membrane operating according to Diptyque's patented PPBM* principle, and of a 30 cm high ribbon tweeter. Its mechanical sandwich structure is extremely rigid and guarantees the absence of colorations.
In essence, Gilles Douziech and Eric Poix have designed a small panel that can integrate into any interior with its extreme fineness whilst offering many opportunities for customization and integration.
The dp85 is manufactured with the same quality standards as Diptyque's very high-end models. The best components are selected for its design to guarantee that it too can provide the listener with the most beautiful and realistic sound transcription.
This small speaker sounds like a big one! All the music lovers who discovered it were surprised by the extraordinary homogeneity and sound reproduction of the Diptyque dp85. Its transparency, its speed and the superb sound image it deploys in the listening space are today a reference.
Sound professionals and creators today use the dp85 to integrate them into exhibitions, public spaces or amplifying acoustic instruments.
General Specifications
Type
isodynamic acoustic panel - 2 way
Transducers
treble cell 30 cm high, bass cell 0.132 m 2
Efficiency
85 dB / 1 W / 1 m
Impedance
6 Ohms
Bandwidth
50 Hz to 22 kHz
Permissible power
150 W
Recommended amplifier power
> 60 W
Panel dimensions
900 x 475 x 260 mm
Panel weight only / with stand
24 kg
Choice of customization
160 RAL colors
$ 9,000
ABOUT OUR TECHNOLOGY
Passionate about quality sound reproduction for more than 30 years, we have listened to, compared and experienced all the speaker technologies existing on the market :
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electrodynamics, high efficiency, electrostatic, ribbons in different forms, flat diaphragm speakers rigid… etc.
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Each of these technologies have undeniable qualities, but we are convinced that the one that brings together the most advantages and allows music to be reproduced most naturally are isodynamic loudspeakers, also called Magnetostatic.
THE ADVANTAGES OF ISODYNAMIC TECHNOLOGY
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Diffusion over a large area by plane wave, which allows for immersive listening without sound projection effect.
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Dipole operation, on both sides of the speakers, to recreate the spatialization of the concert in your listening room.
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The use of extremely thin mylar membranes (12µm) for high speed and no drag effect.
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The same type of diaphragm used from bass to treble, everything works at the same speed which provides consistency in dynamic behavior across the spectrum.
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No box behind the speaker; there is no "box sound" associated with the midrange buzz in the driver. The timbres of the voices and instruments are perfectly respected
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Consistent, balanced and detailed listening even at low levels.
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A regular impedance which does not represent a complex load on the amplifier.
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High reliability over time, our speakers are not afraid of dust or humidity, they do not have a high voltage circuit.
EXCLUSIVE DIPTYQUE TECHNOLOGIES
The isodynamic technology well known to music lovers was developed in 1970 in the United States. Through our numerous tests and experiments, we have sought solutions to improve this technology and push back its limits, in particular for bass reproduction.
PPBM®: Push Pull Bipolar Magnet is an innovative patented architecture. The large section bipolar magnets, manufactured to specification, are located at the front and rear of the diaphragm. They make it possible to maintain the coil (aluminum tapes) in a constant magnetic field when the membrane moves, which is thus perfectly controlled. The bass is more dynamic and transient sounds are reproduced with precision. Listening to a grand piano is impressively realistic.
A Mechanical Sandwich Structure. Composed of the assembly of 3 different materials: MDF frame, fine felt and stamped sheets held in force by a mechanically welded steel frame. This structure is perfectly rigid and non-resonant, it is a mechanical reference which guarantees the absence of coloration and the respect of the timbres.
Proprietary ribbon tweeters. The ribbon is produced as an isodynamic cell (mylar film and aluminum coil). It moves in an intense magnetic field made from neodymium magnets. These tweeters operate over a wide frequency range and mate perfectly with isodynamic cells. A simple crossover (6 db per octave) allows a perfect fusion of the registers. The highs are soft, precise and spin high to give a sublime soundstage.

OTHER DIPTYQUE MODELS

DIPTYQUE Refrence
$60,000

DIPTYQUE DP140MK2
$20,000
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An Artisanal Masterpiece of Acoustic Glory