| In the Lab | |
| Sensitivity (SPL at 1 meter) front left/right: 92 dB center: 89 dB surround: 86 dB Impedance (minimum/nominal) |
Bass limits (lowest frequency and maximum SPL with limit of 10% distortion in a large room) front left/right 62 Hz at 74 dB center 80 Hz at 86 dB surround 80 Hz at 71 dB subwoofer 20 Hz at 84 dB SPL 104 dB average SPL from 25 to 62 Hz 108 dB maximum SPL at 62 Hz bandwidth uniformity 97% |
 All of the curves in the frequency-response graph are weighted to reflect how sound arrives at a listener's ears with normal speaker placement. The curve for the Take TWR left/right front speaker shows a mild floor-bounce dip centered at 250 Hz, a 3-dB depression between 7 and 12 kHz, and a sharp, narrow peak at 14 kHz. Sensitivity was above average. Off-axis lobing of the Take FPS center speaker began at 15°, which can be seen in the 3.3-kHz notch in its curve. The effect worsened further off-axis. The Take SAT had drooping low-frequency response but relatively extended highs for a surround speaker. Bass limits for the S10.3 subwoofer were measured with it set to maximum bandwidth and placed in the optimal corner of a 7,500-cubic-foot room. In a smaller room, you can expect 2 to 3 Hz deeper extension and up to 3 dB higher sound-pressure level (SPL). The S10.3 had above average dynamic capability, and the acoustical crossover points matched the dial markings closely. - Tom Nousaine |
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| Fast Facts | ||||
| Take TWR (front L/R) |
Take FPS (center) |
Take SAT (surrounds) |
S10.3 (subwoofer) |
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| Tweeter | 1-in aluminum dome | 1-in aluminum dome | 1-in aluminum dome | - |
| Midrange | four 4.5-in cones | two 4.5-in cones | 3.5-in cone | - |
| Woofer | - | - | - | 10-in cone |
| Enclosure | ported | ported by two 4.5-in passive radiators | ported | ported |
| Power | - | - | - | 200 watts |
| Inputs/ Outputs |
multiway spring connectors | multiway spring connectors | multiway spring connectors | speaker- and line-level inputs |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) and Weights | 6.5 x 44.25 x 4.25 in; 23 pounds | 24.75 x 6.5 x 4.25 in; 11 pounds | 6.5 x 8.5 x 4.25 in; 3.5 pounds | 14.125 x 17.25 x 18.375 in; 24 pounds |
| Finish | silver or black | silver or black | silver, black, white | black or dark gray |
| Price $2,225 | $500 each | $375 | $175 each | $500 |
| Manufacturer Audio Products International, www.energy-speakers.com, 416-321-1800 | ||||
With 35 years experience in audio and vdeo I post a review on the Energy Take system. Mine is comprised of the TWR fronts, FPS center and 4 LCR for 7.1 surround driven by a Denon AVR-988 receiver. Very credible sound for the money invested.
I realize this is a 7 yr old system, although mine are new except the towers I purchased 3 years ago. Nice detailed, accurate sound here. Using a Polk powered sub as needed. Movies and music are impressive.
David
I have to agree with David. I also have a 7.1 "FPS" setup: 3 X Take FPS for front soundstage and 4 X LCR for surrounds. I have a DIY Trio12 sub though. I use half of a 14 X 23' long room for HT area. I find the FPS for a center a little on the weak side, so I trim it up with my yamaha receiver. Otherwise the sound is very detailed and pleasing. I play quite a bit of Pinball on the PS3 and the subtle sound effects that I couldn't hear with a previous system is very nice. As he also stated: "Very credible sound for the money invested" I couldn't agree more. I got my FPS for $100 ea (used in excellent condition) and 4 LCR for $300 total, NIB.