Elipson 402 Tribute (pack of 2)

Elipson 402 Tribute: The Iconic 60s Speaker Reimagined

Elipson, a renowned French brand in the hi-fi world, presents the 402 Tribute, a modern reissue of its legendary spherical bookshelf speaker from the 60s. Resulting from a collaboration with Supravox, the 402 Tribute continues the legacy of this mythical model while incorporating significant technical improvements.

Timeless Design Serving Acoustics

The 402 Tribute retains the characteristic spherical shape that made its predecessor successful. This iconic design, initiated by Joseph Léon, founder of Elipson, is not just aesthetic: it offers unique acoustic properties by eliminating standing waves, thus reducing distortion and sound coloration.

The cabinet of the 402 Tribute is made of silica-filled resin, a material offering excellent acoustic performance. The sphere is suspended on a transparent acrylic stand that ensures optimal decoupling and enhances its timeless aesthetic.

100% French Design

Entirely designed and manufactured in France, the 402 Tribute is the result of a close collaboration between Elipson and Supravox, a recognized specialist in loudspeakers. This association of two major players in French hi-fi guarantees impeccable manufacturing quality and exceptional sound, true to the spirit of the original speaker.

Custom Speakers for Authentic Sound

The 402 Tribute is equipped with a 165 mm woofer/midrange driver specially developed by Supravox. Its cellulose pulp membrane, mounted on a soft suspension, delivers the richness of the midrange and the depth of the bass with great musicality, with a response down to 45 Hz thanks to the rear port.

The 29 mm dome tweeter ensures detailed and precise reproduction of high frequencies up to 25 kHz. Completely decoupled from the cabinet and equipped with a damped rear acoustic chamber, it offers a wide and stable sound image, free from interference.

High-End Components for Absolute Transparency

To make the most of the excellent Supravox speakers, Elipson has selected top-notch filtering components. The passive filter uses capacitors and coils from Jantzen Audio, a Danish reference in the field. The air-wired Axon cable and the metal terminals compatible with all types of connectors complete this uncompromising design.

Performance and Listening Experience

The Elipson 402 Tribute offers balanced and dynamic sound reproduction, thanks to its carefully selected components and advanced design. The speaker’s sensitivity of 90 dB and nominal impedance of 8 Ω make it easy to drive with a wide range of amplifiers.

The spherical speaker, combined with time-aligned drivers and a high-quality filter, creates a wide and immersive soundstage. The 402 Tribute excels in reproducing fine details and musical nuances while maintaining a natural and uncolored presentation.

Key Points

• Modern reissue of the iconic Elipson 402 speaker from the 1960s
• Spherical design eliminates standing waves and distortion
• 165 mm woofer/midrange and 29 mm Supravox dome tweeter
• Extended frequency response from 45 Hz to 25 kHz
• High-end passive crossover by Jantzen Audio and Axon wiring
• 100% French design and manufacturing
• Sensitivity of 90 dB and impedance of 8 Ω
• Power handling of 60 W RMS
• Includes transparent acrylic stand

Technical Specifications

Configuration

• 2-way bass-reflex speaker
• Drivers:
  • Woofer-midrange: 165 mm cellulose pulp - Supravox
  • Tweeter: 29 mm annular dome with rear damping chamber

Construction

• Spherical cabinet made of silica-filled resin
• Suspended wiring crossover
• High-end crossover components by Jantzen Audio
• High-end internal wiring by Axon
• Designed, developed, and manufactured in France

Performance

• Power: 60 W RMS
• Frequency response: 45 Hz - 25,000 Hz (± 3 dB)
• Sensitivity: 90 dB / 1 W / 1 m
• Impedance: 8 Ω

Dimensions

• Without stand: height 460 mm × diameter 400 mm
• With stand: height 540 mm × width 430 mm
• Speaker stand: elevation height 80 mm
• Acrylic: height 280 mm
• Net weight: 15 kg (without stand)