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MartinLogan FRIHGB Fresco I (LCR) Speaker (Single, Black)
 
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MartinLogan FRIHGB Fresco I (LCR) Speaker (Single, Black)

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Technical Details

  • A single LCR speaker designed for the Fresco I series
  • Equipped with one 1.5x2.25-inch high-frequency driver and one 1.5x6-inch midrange driver
  • Features ATF(Advanced Thin Film) technology for midrange and high-frequency drivers
  • Equipped with dual high-resolution 4-inch aluminum-cone woofers
  • Frequency response: 75Hz-20kHz
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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 24 x 8.2 inches ; 20 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 21 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
  • ASIN: B0013FBK6O
  • Item model number: Fresco I
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #8,526 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: February 11, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

MartinLogan - The Great American Speaker Company

Since 1983 MartinLogan, the great American speaker company, has hand-crafted high performance electrostatic speakers. Their award-winning designs, advanced technologies, and outstanding customer service have long made MartinLogan's amazingly detailed speakers a must have for home theater and music lovers around the world.




Add optional table stands for even more versatility

Fresco i: the Versatile Masterpiece

An engineering masterpiece, Fresco i blends innovative design, advanced materials, and the latest technology to produce signature MartinLogan sound from a compact and versatile package. ATF™ (Advanced Thin Film) midrange and high-frequency drivers, a precision Vojtko crossover, and proprietary dual long-excursion, low-mass woofers combine to supply astonishing performance in any stereo or multi-channel audio system, whether used as a center, left, right or surround speaker. From top to bottom, Fresco i delivers precision and detail, with firm, agile bass and impressive dynamics.

Fresco i's paintable, super-dense, low-mass cabinet is just 6 inches deep, blending perfectly with wall-mounted flat-panel displays. Each Fresco i comes standard with a low-profile, single-pivot wall bracket that allows vertical or horizontal mounting next to a plasma or LCD display or in any other location. Also standard are Fresco's high-gloss Elite Black faceplate and black grill cloth. Optionally available are table and floor stands.




Thin-film drivers yield many of the benefits of electrostatic
speakers in a small package


Eliminate distortion with Martin Logan's patented Vojtko crossover

Under the Hood: The Benefits of Thin-Film Drivers

Advanced Thin-Film Drivers
High-resolution ATF drivers (based on RADIA planar technology) approach the clarity and detail of MartinLogan's electrostatic panels while permitting the use of a compact cabinet. Each MartinLogan ATF transducer has a micro-thin, low-mass diaphragm with an ultra-light, etched aluminum conductive surface, suspended between two opposite-polarity, high-field-strength neodymium magnet arrays. When the electrical audio signal from an amplifier passes through the diaphragm's surface, it creates an alternating electromagnetic field that interacts with the fields of the fixed magnet arrays, forcing it back and forth to produce sound waves in the air. The strength and polarity of the diaphragm's field varies according to the audio signal.

ATF transducers and MartinLogan's award-winning electrostatic transducer share several key performance enhancing features that ensure precise, accurate reproduction with vanishingly low distortion. Each ATF transducer diaphragm is sandwiched between and simultaneously driven by magnet arrays of opposing polarity to create an inherently linear push-pull effect similar to that of an electrostat. Another similarity is that the diaphragm is driven uniformly over its entire surface, rather than at just a small contact area as in a conventional cone or dome driver.

The ATF diaphragm substrate is DuPont Kaladex PEN (polyethylene napthalate). This material is chemically akin to the PET (polyethylene terathylate) film used for the diaphragms of MartinLogan's renowned electrostatic panels, but capable of handling the heat generated by the current passing through the ATF diaphragm's conductive aluminum etched skin.

Vojtko™ Crossover
Carefully hand-built using only the finest polypropylene capacitors and air-core coils, the crossover employ's MartinLogan's proprietary Vojtko topology for vanishingly low distortion and seamless driver integration. This precision-tuned network preserves even the most subtle sonic nuances while handling the full dynamics of any source.

Low-Distortion Aluminum-Cone Woofers
By eliminating cone flexure, aluminum diaphragms help our advanced-technology woofers achieve the very low distortion necessary for proper blending with MartinLogan electrostatic panels.




A single-pivot wall bracket allows
vertical or horizontal mounting next to a plasma or LCD

Fresco's Versatility of Setup and Use

Application Versatility
Fresco i is suitable for use in any stereo or multi-channel audio system, mounted either on- or off-wall. It can function well as a left, right, or center-channel speaker. And it blends well with other MartinLogan speakers in both sound and appearance, which allows mixing and matching to meet specific installation requirements.

Installation Versatility
Each Fresco i comes standard with low-profile, single-pivot wall bracket that allows vertical or horizontal mounting next to a plasma or LCD display or in any other location. Optionally available are a matching table stand and floor stand.

On-Wall/Off-Wall Acoustic Contour Switch
A unique 'on wall/off wall' acoustic contour switch tailors Fresco's low-frequency response appropriately for on-wall or off-wall placement, ensuring total system matching in even the most diverse setups.




The Final Breakdown: Technical Specifications

Frequency Response:75-20,000 Hz ± 3dB
Sensitivity:90 dB/2.83 volts/meter
Impedance:5 ohms nominal
Crossover Frequencies:500, 3200 Hz
Components:Air core coils, metal film and low dissipation electrolytic capacitors
High Frequency Driver:1.5" x 2.25" (3.8 x 5.7 cm) ATF™ Transducer
Midrange Driver:1.5" x 6" (3.8 x 15.2 cm) ATF™ Transducer
Woofer Type:Two 4" (10.2cm) high rigidity aluminum cones with extended throw drive assembly, non-resonance asymmetrical chamber format; bass reflex; unshielded
Power Handling:150 watts per channel
Weight:16 lbs./channel (7.3 kg)
Dimensions Without Wall Bracket (HxWxD):8.25" x 24" x 4.9375" (21.6 x 61 x 12.54 cm)
Dimensions With Wall Bracket Flat Against Speaker (HxWxD):8.25" x 24" x 5.6875" (21.6 x 61 x 14.45 cm)




Stand Up and Take Your Speaker Off-The-Wall (sold seperately)

Floor Stand - Shown here with the Vignette speaker, this stand is designed specifically for the versatile Fresco i, Fresco and Vignette loudspeakers. By using this black stand your speakers will be elevated 24 inches off the floor (with a total height of 48 inches with the Fresco installed and slightly shorter with the Vignette).

Table Stand - Shown here with the Fresco i speaker, this black stand is designed specifically for the versatile Fresco i, Fresco, and Vigentte loudspeakers and features 5 height settings.




Complete Your Home Theater with MartinLogan Front Channels (sold seperately)

Vantage Speaker - Based on the state-of-the-art Summit loudspeaker, Vantage offers unprecedented performance for its size and price. Key to this achievement is our PoweredForce active woofer technology, which generates deep, articulate, dynamic bass from an astonishingly compact cabinet. An XStat electrostatic panel handles the midrange up, delivering the smooth, pristinely detailed, and richly ambient sound that is the hallmark of MartinLogan speakers. No ordinary speaker comes close.

Vista Speaker - Vista is MartinLogan's most affordable XStat equipped floorstanding speaker. Incorporating ultra-high-resolution XStat and AirFrame technologies originally developed for the cost-no-object Summit; Vista is capable of an exceptionally dynamic and realistic performance. A single aluminum cone woofer, compact cabinet, and bi-wire capable toolless binding posts further reinforce Vista's high-end pedigree. The result? A stellar performer at an exceptional price.

Fully Powered Purity Speaker - Purity is an internally powered hybrid design descended from Martinlogan's legendary, ultra performing enthusiast models. Purity represents a remarkable achievement in performance and 21st century connectivity at a really amazing price. Executing an exciting new direction, Purity is an elegant compact floor standing beauty that does it all. Combining the latest, friendliest version of MartinLogan's unique see-through electrostatic panel (world's most accurate method of sound reproduction) with 2 deep bass woofer cones in a clean lined cabinet, Purity mates ideally with any electronics for any audio use. Purity is at its best when directly connected with an RCA cable from any device with a volume control. Your computer, TV, i-pod, pre-amp, and A/V receiver will all love the marriage. Of course you may hook-up using conventional speaker wire if your system so requires.

Source Speaker - Source is an elegant, compact floor standing beauty that does it all. Combining the latest version of MartinLogan's unique "see-through" electrostatic panel (the world's most accurate method of sound reproduction) with a deep bass woofer cone in a clean lined cabinet, Source mates ideally with nearly any of your electronics, for any use. Beyond delivering stunning, accurate play back of all types of stereo music, or incorporated as the star in your 5.1 or 7.1 home theater playing film soundtracks, Source will look great in your entertainment space and provide years of performance and pride because of its renowned MartinLogan design and construction. Best of all is the low cost - the Source allows you to get the superior build quality and truly exceptional sound of more expensive electrostats for a very affordable price.

Preface Speaker - Compact and decor-friendly, the Preface is a perfect reflection of the passion and pride of MartinLogan products. Equipped with 3 6.5 inch woofers and an ATF high frequency driver, the Preface delivers a sound with unparalleled purity, precision and clarity. Frequency response ranges from 35-20,000 Hz.




Complete Your Home Theater with A MartinLogan Subwoofer (sold seperately)

Depth i Subwoofer - Depth i deploys the full array of MartinLogan's advanced subwoofer technologies to achieve deep, rich, satisfying bass while preserving electrostatic-like accuracy and detail. Its TriLinear BalancedForce alignment, advanced low-distortion switching amplifier, and sophisticated triple-servo control systems extract the very best possible performance from Depth i's high-resolution 8-inch aluminum-cone drivers. TriLinear BalancedForce places the subwoofer's three drivers precisely 120 degrees apart from each other in the cabinet. Their reaction force vectors meet at the center and exactly cancel, virtually eliminating cabinet resonance and vibration. Gone with them are the cabinet-radiation coloration and bass blur that afflict even the best conventional subwoofers. The triple-servo system, meanwhile, ensures that the output from the drivers themselves - the output we want - is always an absolutely faithful replica of the audio input signal.

Grotto i Subwoofer - Grotto i deploys the full array of MartinLogan's advanced subwoofer technologies to achieve deep, rich, satisfying bass while preserving electrostatic-like accuracy and detail. Its advanced low-distortion switching amplifier and sophisticated servo control system extract the very best possible performance from Grotto i's high-resolution 10-inch aluminum-cone driver. A powerful 300 watt (900 watt peak) low-distortion, high-reliability amplifier gives Grotto i extremely articulate bass without need of exaggerated amplifier power ratings or transient-blurring ported or passive radiator enclosures common to many modern subwoofers. A proprietary servo system further ensures that output from Grotto i's 10-inch high-resolution aluminum cone woofer is dramatically free of distortion and provides a faithful replica of the audio input signal.

Dynamo 500 Subwoofer - No other subwoofer offers Dynamo 500's bass extension, power, and detail at such an affordable price. Perfect for either home theater or stereo applications, the Dynamo 500 is solidly built with high-density materials to minimize cabinet resonance and provide a foundation for the high-output 10-inch woofer and high-current 120-watt RMS, 360-watt peak amplifier. Additionally, dual rear-mounted low-turbulence ports maximize bass output while minimizing port induced distortions.

Other MartinLogan Custom Install Solutions (sold seperately)

Voyage In-Wall Speaker - The MartinLogan Voyage in-wall speaker system is a ultimate-performance speaker for your home theater entertainment room.. It is the world's most sophisticated and elegant architectural loudspeaker, The Voyage in-wall speaker sounds so clean and dynamic, you'd think it were a superb standalone design. Not surprising, since it borrows so much from our own, including Advanced Thin Film drivers and high-resolution woofers. A rigid aluminum chassis and die-cast mounting locks enhance performance and ease installation, while an adjustable tweeter-alignment sphere, paintable end caps, and a selection of grille colors provide incredible adaptability.

Passage In-Wall Speaker - A uniquely elegant and extremely accurate in-wall speaker, Passage is a remarkable performer delivering the sound quality you would expect to hear from one of MartinLogan's floorstanding loudspeakers. With twin high-resolution aluminum-cone woofers, a world class ATF (Advanced Thin Film) tweeter, an advanced-technology Vojtko crossover and a rigid aluminum chassis and 1" front baffle, Passage is quite simply an in-wall loudspeaker marvel. The result is a full, wonderfully smooth and engaging sound with clean and surprisingly deep bass foundation.

Ticket In-Wall Speaker - The MartinLogan Ticket in-wall speaker is a compact, affordable in-wall speaker for every room in your home. While significantly smaller than Passage, the elegant, affordable Ticket in-wall speaker is nonetheless a very strong performer. Its dual long-throw, high-resolution woofers, integrated dome tweeter, and advanced Vojtko¿ crossover deliver rich, clear sound and superb stereo imaging. Ticket also features paintable end caps and a selection of grille colors for perfect matching with any decor. Its quick and easy, yet very secure, installation system is the same used in Voyage and Passage speakers from MartinLogan.

Helos 100 In-Ceiling Speaker - Helos 100 is ideal for any room requiring ultimate in-ceiling audio performance such as a 2-channel system in a large living room or a multi-channel system in a discrete home theater. Helos 100's aimable assembly allows a large audience to experience the full potential of the Helos 100. Featuring a 1-inch neodymium soft dome tweeter, high-rigidity aluminum cone woofer, and proprietary Vojtko crossover topology, Helos 100 effortlessly provides solid imaging with extreme sonic accuracy. An acoustic contour switch tailors dispersion assuring a top-notch performance in any installation.

Helos 20 In-Ceiling Speaker - A direct descendant from the Helos100, the Helos 20 continues with the MartinLogan tradition of exceptional sound. The Helos 20 has the ability compliment any decor with it's paintable grill and frame. Sonically, the Helos 20 boasts a dual voice coil system with two 0.75 inch soft dome tweeters with a pivoting stem and a single 6.5 inch woofer, creating crisp accurate sound. Frequency response ranges from 47-20,000 Hz.

Helos 10 In-Ceiling Speaker - The Helos 10 delivers legendary MartinLogan quality and performance in a compact, high-resolution in-ceiling loudspeaker. Featuring a 1-inch neodymium soft dome tweeter mounted in an aimable stem, high-rigidity aluminum cone woofer, and proprietary Vojtko crossover topology, Helos 10 effortlessly provides extreme sonic accuracy.




Product Description

The Fresco I is a compact on-wall or off-wall speaker that can be used as either center, front or surround channels. The Fresco I comes standard with a low-profile, single-pivot wall brack that allows verticle or horizontal mounting. Table and floor stands are optional. Fresco I has two 4 " woofers as well as a mid-range and high frequency driver and plays from 75 to 20,000 Hz.

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3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally Wonderful Home Theater, July 24, 2008
To complete my Martin Logan Home Theater I also purchased a pair of Frescos for the rear channel. I've always been a Martin Logan fan because they reproduce music so acurately but OMG what a great Home Theater I have now too. It sounds as good or better then at the theater. These speakers are very versitile and can be mounted on the wall but I bought the adjustable height table stands for them. Way to go Martin Logan !
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3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful product, October 2, 2009
Have had this product for a few weeks and it performs great.Setup was easy and it has plenty of power to produce great sound,so much in fact that I had to adjust the bass settings down a little. I have it hooked to a dish network 722 HD receiver,PS3,and a Sony dvd player all running to a Samsung LN46B550.The sound quality is amazing and the switching between components is seamless other than a slight clicking noise when the receiver changes between sound formats(DTS to Dolby and vice versa)but that is my only minor complaint. I think it is a great receiver for the price.
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