Our coverage of vintage audio continues to draw a lot of readers, and there is no question that the demand for vintage audio gear is going through a renaissance. Manufacturers are not oblivious to this reality and we have seen more than a few brands like Wharfedale, KLH, Klipsch, JBL, and Mission create something “new” to meet that demand.
One company that is embracing this trend is Revival Audio (definitely a fitting name), which has announced a new speaker series, the ATALANTE.
The ATALANTE line comprises two stand-mount models, the ATALANTE 3 and the ATALANTE 5.
The speakers are handmade in France, crafted by sound experts with four decades of audio brand experience that have worked with high-end speaker brands in France, Denmark, and the US. As a result of collaboration, several proprietary technologies have been implemented in Atalante speakers, which will are highlighted in the feature/specifications sections of this article. Both speakers come with a Walnut finish.
Let’s take a look at the ATALANTE speaker line and see if one or both models would be a good addition to your audio setup.
ATALANTE 3
The ATALANTE 3 is a compact, bookshelf-size speaker. The intent of its design is to deliver quality sound in setups where a compact size speaker is more practical than a traditional floor-stander.
Tip: The stands shown in the image are optional.
Specifications
- Speaker Type: 2-way bookshelf loudspeaker
- Tweeter Driver: 1 1/8-inches (28mm) soft-dome tweeter equipped with Revival Audio ARID (Anti Reflection Inner Dome) and RASC technologies for more efficient performance and clearer highs. ARID reduces 95% of unwanted resonance.
- Woofer Driver: 7-inches (18cm) with BSC (Basalt Sandwich Construction). This provides a better balance between rigid construction and lightweight for fast and smooth bass response.
- Frequency Response (+/-3db): 44Hz – 26kHz
- Sensitivity: 87dB/2.83V/1metre
- Nominal Impedance: 6 ohms
- Minimum Impedance: 4.4 ohms at 175Hz
- Crossover Frequency: 2.8kHz
- Recommended Amplifier Power: 30 to 150 watts
- Recommended Room Size: 15 to 35 m2 (meters squared)/161.5 to 376.7 (sq ft).
- Dimensions (HWD): 390 x 240 x 270 mm (15.4 x 9.4 x 10.6 inches)
- Weight: 11 kg (24.2 lbs.)
Price & Availability
The ATALANTE 3 Loudspeakers (pair) are priced at EUR2,390 ($2,433.67 US) and are available direct from Revival Audio or authorized dealers.
Optional ATALANTE 3 Stands are EUR399 ($405.78 US) a pair.
ATALANTE 5
The ATALANTE 5 has a larger cabinet design that looks in-between the size of a compact and floorstanding speaker. The 5 is designed to produce full-range audio with clear highs, present midrange, and deep, tight bass, but still, be placed on a stand so that the speaker drivers are directed at ear-level height.
Tip: The ATALANTE 5 does come with a small tilt stand if you want to place it on the floor. The stands shown in the image are optional.
Specifications
- Speaker Type: 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker
- Tweeter Driver: 1 1/8-inches (28mm) soft-dome tweeter equipped with Revival Audio ARID (Anti Reflection Inner Dome) and RASC technologies for more efficient performance and clearer highs. ARID reduces 95% of unwanted resonance.
- Midrange Driver: 3-inches (75mm) soft-dome mid-range equipped with RASC technology.
- Woofer Driver: 12-inches (30cm) with BSC (Basalt Sandwich Construction). This provides a better balance between rigid construction and lightweight for fast and smooth bass response.
- Frequency Response (+/-3db): 28Hz – 26kHz
- Sensitivity: 89dB/2.83V/1 metre
- Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
- Minimum Impedance: 3.2 ohms at 110Hz
- Crossover Frequency: 450Hz and 3.5kHz
- Recommended Amplifier Power Power: 30 to 200 watts.
- Recommended Room Size: 30 to 60 m2 (meters squared)/323 to 646 (sq ft)
- Dimensions (HWD): 710 x 420 x 355 mm (28 x 16.5 x 14 inches)
- Weight: 33 kg. (72.75 lbs.)
Price & Availability
The ATALANTE 5 Loudspeakers (pair) are priced at EUR4,490 ($4,572.00 US) and are available direct from Revival Audio or authorized dealers.
Optional ATALANTE 5 Stands are EUR399 ($405.78 US) a pair.
Tip: Ven Den Hul cables are used in the wiring of the ATLATANTE 3 AND 5 speakers.
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david
August 4, 2022 at 3:48 pm
review that 3-way. current speakers with dome midranges (esp those priced <10k) are rare. 75 mm domes can sound fantastic…
Robb
October 21, 2022 at 10:39 pm
I’m very intrigued by this, have been contemplating a large driver setup. Auditioned a few Klipsch heritage speakers recently. I was quoted a bit over $5k from France with shipping, tough one when you can’t audition. I’ll keep thinking about it, they look great.