Davis Acoustics Ariane 2 Black Bookshelf Speaker

The Ariane 2 is a 2-way bookshelf loudspeaker that defies its size. While it is compact enough to fit on a stand or a shelf, it utilizes a large 17 cm driver—the same size found in the series floorstanding models—to deliver a surprisingly deep and rich sound. It is the perfect solution for small to medium-sized rooms (12-25 m2) where musicality, vocal clarity, and space-saving design are equally important.

KEY FEATURES

• Large 17 cm Cellulose Woofer: Unlike many competitors that use smaller 13 cm drivers in bookshelf models, the Ariane 2 features a substantial cellulose pulp woofer. This allows for a much fuller midrange and a bass response that feels "big" and authoritative.
• Treated Paper Cone Technology: True to the Davis Acoustics heritage, the woofer cone is made from treated paper. This ensures a natural, warm, and transparent sound, particularly in the critical vocal frequencies.
• Inverted Dome Tweeter: The high-frequency driver is designed for high definition and wide dispersion. It captures micro-details and textures in high-resolution recordings without becoming sharp or aggressive.
• Rear-Ported Bass Reflex: The carefully tuned rear port extends the low-frequency response, providing a punchy and rhythmic bass that makes even small systems sound energetic.
• Easy to Pair: With a sensitivity of 90 dB, the Ariane 2 is remarkably easy to drive. It performs exceptionally well with budget-friendly integrated amplifiers and modern all-in-one streaming systems.

How It Sounds?

The Ariane 2 sounds unexpectedly large and vocal-centric. Because it uses a larger-than-average driver for its class, it possesses a "weight" and "density" to its sound that smaller bookshelf speakers lack. Voices are rendered with a beautiful, organic texture, and the high-end is smooth and airy. It excels at creating a wide soundstage, making it feel like the music is coming from a much larger set of speakers.

What the Critics Say?

"Small Box, Big Sound" (Stereo Guide): Praised for its ability to deliver floorstander-like midrange presence in a bookshelf format.

"The Vocal Specialist" (Hi-Fi World): Noted for the exceptional performance of the paper cone, which brings a level of realism to vocals that is rare at this price point.

"Best for Home Cinema" (AV Magazine): Highlighted as an ideal surround speaker or high-quality front-channel speaker for compact home theaters.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: bookshelf – 2 ways/2 drivers
  
• Woofer : fiber glass 6.5″
  
• Tweeter: 20 mm soft paper dome
  
• Frequency response (+/- 3 dB): 48…22000 Hz
  
• Power Handling: 90W (Nominal) / 120W (Max)
  
• Sensitivity: 90 dB
  
• Impedance: 5 Ohms minimum
  
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 34 x 20.5 x 26 cm
  
• Weight: 6.2 kg

The price is for 1pc. Sold as a pair.