The Piega Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 is a smart wireless speaker that combines refined aesthetics with outstanding audio performance. Designed by the Swiss manufacturer Piega, this active speaker represents a new generation of loudspeakers, seamlessly integrating high-quality sound with convenient playback options.
Design and Construction
The Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 features an elegant, timeless design by Swiss designer Stephan Hürlemann. The speaker’s slim aluminum enclosure is extruded from a single piece of aerospace-grade aluminum, resulting in a curved speaker with no right angles or sharp edges. This minimizes standing waves, reduces diffraction, and distributes and controls reflections for optimal sound reproduction.
The aluminum construction not only provides an attractive appearance but also excellent acoustic properties. With its robust build and side walls about 2.5 cm thick, the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 achieves the same strength and rigidity as a 5 cm thick MDF enclosure, while effectively damping internal vibrations.
Audio Technology and Performance
The Piega Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 is a three-way system that delivers powerful, dynamic, and detailed sound. It is equipped with a 140 mm MDS (Maximum Displacement Suspension) midrange driver and four 140 mm MDS bass drivers, working in conjunction with Piega’s renowned LDR 3056 ribbon tweeter.
The LDR (Linear Drive Ribbon) tweeter is meticulously handcrafted to deliver unmatched detail in the high frequencies. This specialized tweeter provides an extremely detailed and spatially immersive sound experience, ensuring every nuance of the audio is captured with crystal-clear clarity.
Powered by a built-in 200-watt Class D amplifier, the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 offers impressive dynamics and powerful sound reproduction. The speaker’s frequency response ranges from 28 Hz to 35 kHz, delivering deep, precise bass and detailed highs.
The speaker’s sealed enclosure ensures precise, controlled bass response and improved impulse fidelity. Additionally, the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 features DSP (Digital Signal Processing) sound tuning, optimizing sound quality and volume through audio signal adjustment.
Wireless Connectivity and Streaming
One of the standout features of the Piega Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 is its wireless connectivity. The speaker can be controlled via a digital wireless connection and streams music via Bluetooth directly from a smartphone. It can also be integrated into a multi-room system, enabling a seamless and immersive audio experience throughout the home.
The Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 works with the optional Piega Connect Plus module, which serves as an interface between the wireless speakers and an existing Hi-Fi system or multi-room setup. The Connect Plus module easily connects to a Wi-Fi network via the Google Home app and can be conveniently operated using the included wireless remote control.
The speaker supports a wide range of built-in streaming services, including Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Google Chromecast, and Roon. With DLNA and Bluetooth compatibility, the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 offers even more ways to enjoy your favorite music.
Piega Control App and Room Calibration
The Piega Control app, available for Android and iOS devices, allows users to fine-tune the sound to their preferences. The app features an easy-to-use equalizer, enabling precise adjustments of bass, treble, and balance. In addition, the built-in room calibration ensures optimal acoustics in any space.
The room calibration function analyzes the room’s acoustics using the smartphone’s microphone while the speakers emit a rushing sound. It then optimizes overexposed or recessed frequency ranges by precisely linearizing the frequency response, adapting the sound of the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 to the environment for a first-class audio experience.
The app also offers TV settings, such as “Night Mode,” which gradually adjusts the volume and balances loud passages and quiet dialogue, and “Bass Boost,” which allows you to adjust the low frequencies to your personal preference.
Versatility and Connectivity Options
In addition to its wireless capabilities, the Piega Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 offers a range of wired connectivity options. On the back of each speaker, there is an analog RCA input for purists who prefer to feed the system with an analog preamplifier.
The Piega Connect Plus module, essential for a complete streaming experience, features an HDMI ARC input for easy connection to video-centric devices such as TVs. It also includes TOSLINK, coaxial, and USB inputs, transforming the Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 into an audiophile system with a wide choice of sources.
Multiroom and Stereo
The Premium Wireless Gen2 speakers are designed for multiroom use. They can be combined with each other (for example, two pairs of Premium 701) or with other Piega wireless speakers in different rooms. Each speaker can be assigned to a stereo channel (left or right) or operate in mono mode, adapting to any configuration. This allows you to create a custom wireless Hi-Fi setup throughout your home.
Key Benefits of the Piega Premium 701 Wireless Gen2 Speakers
Processing: digital signal processor (DSP), dynamic volume function
Connectivity
RCA analog input
Piega Connect Plus module:
HDMI ARC
USB-B (computer connection)
3 Toslink optical inputs
1 RCA coaxial input
1 stereo RCA line input
1 stereo mini-jack 3.5 mm line input
Wireless Connectivity
Apple AirPlay 2
Google Chromecast
Spotify Connect with Spotify HiFi
Roon compatible (Roon Ready)
Bluetooth 4.2
DLNA
External Wi-Fi antenna
Power Supply
Speaker: 100-120 V AC / 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Connect Plus module: external adapter 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 5 V / 3 A
Standby consumption: 500 mW / 1 W
Dimensions and Weight
Speaker: 106 × 18 × 23 cm, 29 kg
Connect Plus module: 42 × 172 × 101 mm, 350 g
Accessories
Remote control
External infrared receiver
User reviews
Jean-Michel
The initial setup of the 701 wireless Gen2 is a bit tedious—you really have to do everything in the right order… pairing the remote via Bluetooth, selecting the broadcast channel, logging into Google Home, etc. Once these steps are done, you’re rewarded with exceptional sound, pure 3D reproduction, and flawless operation. Their dynamics are matched only by their precision across the entire range, even though the midrange and treble are their strongest points.
I’m using an Auralic streamer currently connected via optical cable. The 24/96 limitation suits me perfectly.
I don’t use the PIEGA adjustment features because I find the equalization muddled and the room analysis basic. But “naturally,” when well positioned (distance from the side walls is crucial), they sound absolutely magnificent. A very niche brand in France and a well-mastered technology—highly recommended.
Comment from June 26, 2025 — Experience from June 16, 2025
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La configuration initiale des 701 wireless Gen2 est un peu pénible, il faut bien tout faire dans l’ordre… appariement de la télécommande en Bluetooth, sélection du canal de diffusion , identification dans Google home etc. Une fois ces étapes passées, place à un son exceptionnel, une restitution en pure 3D et un fonctionnement sans faille . Leur dynamique n’a d’égale que leur précision dans tous les registres même si le médium et l’aigu sont ses points les plus forts.
J’utilise un streamer Auralic connecté pour l’instant via câble optique. La limitation à 24/96 me convient parfaitement.
Je n’utilise pas les fonctions de réglage PIEGA car je trouve l’égalisation brouillonne et l’analyse de la pièce d’écoute sommaire. Mais « au naturel » bien positionnées ( la distance aux murs latéraux est cruciale) elles sonnent magnifiquement bien . Une marque très confidentielle France et une technologie bien maîtrisée, à recommander.
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