Tivoli Model Two Digital black
Specifications and features
Tivoli Model Two Digital: reinventing radio tradition
The Model Two Digital combines Tivoli’s historic acoustic know-how with the most advanced wireless streaming technologies. This compact connected speaker, equipped with Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, AirPlay 2, and Google Cast, redefines the very notion of a living room speaker by breaking free from traditional radio while preserving the aesthetic cues that made the brand famous.
A design that transcends eras without gimmicks
The Model Two Digital carries forward the design philosophy established by Henry Kloss, co-founder of Tivoli Audio in 2000. This speaker features a hand-assembled real-wood cabinet, available in three finishes: all black, walnut with a gold grille, or white with a silver grille. The three brushed aluminum grilles and the single rotary knob on the front—serving as power switch, source selector, and volume control—preserve that signature visual purity.
The absence of a display is a bold choice. Two discreet LED strips communicate the speaker’s status via an intuitive color code: blue for Bluetooth, green for Wi‑Fi, orange for the auxiliary input. This understated approach allows the Model Two Digital to blend naturally into any interior, whether positioned horizontally or vertically. The compact dimensions (12.3 × 25.2 × 15.8 cm, 2.2 kg) conceal meticulous construction where the wooden cabinet actively contributes to acoustic quality, while the rear bass‑reflex port optimizes low-frequency reproduction.
An acoustic architecture designed for versatility
The Model Two Digital features a two‑way configuration: an 8.89 cm full‑range driver for mids and lows, supported by a 1.9 cm tweeter for highs. This pairing, powered by 20 watts (15 W + 5 W), delivers a maximum sound pressure level of 94 dB at one meter—remarkable for its size.
Frequency response extends from 60 Hz to 20 kHz, covering the full audible spectrum. The tonal balance favors a neutral tuning, avoiding the excessive coloration of many consumer speakers. This neutrality aligns with Tivoli’s tradition of prioritizing faithfulness over flash, even if some critics note a slight lack of dynamics at the spectrum’s extremes—a compromise inherent to the physical constraints of a compact speaker.
Wireless connectivity: the supremacy of streaming
The Model Two Digital excels with exhaustive connectivity. Native AirPlay 2 and Google Cast ensure universal compatibility with all streaming services: Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, TuneIn. This agnostic approach frees users from ecosystem lock‑in.
Setup is done via Google Home for Android and Google Cast, or directly from Apple devices’ Wi‑Fi settings for AirPlay 2. Once connected, the speaker automatically appears in all compatible apps, without requiring a dedicated Tivoli app. Bluetooth 5.2 completes the package for a direct connection, particularly useful for guests or sources not connected to the network.
Native multiroom integration
Compatibility with AirPlay 2 and Google Cast turns the Model Two Digital into a player within a multiroom audio system. Multiple speakers can be grouped or controlled individually, even alongside other compatible brands. Group creation is handled in Google Home or the AirPlay interface, allowing you to name each speaker, create custom zones, and adjust volumes individually.
The auxiliary input: a bridge to analog
Despite its digital focus, the Model Two Digital retains a 3.5 mm mini‑jack auxiliary input for connecting audiophile portable players, turntables with an RIAA phono preamp, or any device without wireless connectivity. Switching between sources is done with simple presses of the multifunction knob, with the colored LEDs instantly confirming the selected mode—a simplicity inherited from Tivoli’s traditional radios.
Technical Specifications
Connectivity and Compatibility
- Built-in Wi‑Fi
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Built-in AirPlay 2
- Google Cast compatible
- 3.5 mm auxiliary input
- Stream audio from all AirPlay 2 and Google Cast compatible services: Spotify Connect, Q Play, Apple Music, Google Play, Tidal Connect, Deezer, Pandora, TuneIn
- Can connect with other Google Cast and AirPlay 2 compatible speakers
Audio Specifications
- Amplifier power: 20 W
- Speaker output power: 1 × 15 W + 1 × 5 W
- Speaker configuration:
- 1 × 8.89 cm full-range driver
- 1 × 1.9 cm tweeter
- Frequency range: 60 Hz to 20 kHz
- Maximum sound pressure level: 94 ± 3 dB at 1 m
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 12.3 × 25.2 × 15.8 cm
- Weight: 2.2 kg
Box Contents
- 1 Model Two Digital
- 1 power supply
- 1 quick start guide
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you tell the different modes on a screenless speaker?
The LED strips change color according to the active mode: blue for Bluetooth, green for Wi‑Fi (streaming), orange for the auxiliary input. After 5 seconds, the LEDs automatically return to a discreet white so as not to disturb the room’s visual ambiance.
Can two Model Two Digital units be used as a stereo pair?
Unlike the original Model Two, which included a satellite speaker for stereo, the Model Two Digital operates as a standalone mono speaker. For a stereo setup, you would need two units configured as left/right via AirPlay 2 or Google Cast, with each speaker then reproducing its respective channel.
What’s the difference between the Model One Digital and the Model Two Digital?
The Model Two Digital is distinguished by the complete absence of a radio tuner (FM/DAB), unlike the Model One Digital, which retains this feature. The Model Two is designed exclusively for streaming and external sources, adopting a more modern approach to audio playback.
Is audio quality over Bluetooth inferior to Wi‑Fi?
Tests do show a notable improvement in clarity, spatialization, and overall organization when using Wi‑Fi protocols (AirPlay 2 and Google Cast) compared to Bluetooth. For optimal listening, prioritize these connection modes whenever possible.
- Eco-contribution included in the sale price.
- Manufacturer reference: TA-M2DBLK
- GTIN / EAN: 850022506390
