Tivoli Model Two Digital walnut/gold
Specifications and features
Tivoli Model Two Digital: reinventing radio tradition
The Model Two Digital blends Tivoli’s longstanding acoustic expertise 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 moving beyond traditional radio while preserving the aesthetic codes that made the brand famous.
A design that transcends eras without artifice
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 brushed aluminum grilles and the single front rotary knob—serving as power switch, source selector, and volume control—preserve that characteristic visual purity.
The absence of a screen is a bold choice. Two discreet LED bands communicate the speaker’s status via an intuitive color code: blue for Bluetooth, green for Wi‑Fi, orange for the auxiliary input. This minimalism allows the Model Two Digital to fit 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 uses 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 (15W + 5W), 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 entire audible spectrum. The tonal balance favors a neutral approach, avoiding the excessive coloration of many consumer speakers. This neutrality follows Tivoli’s tradition of prioritizing fidelity over showiness, even if some critics note a slight lack of dynamics at the extremes of the spectrum—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 integration ensures universal compatibility with all streaming services: Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, TuneIn. This agnostic approach frees the user from any single ecosystem.
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 appears automatically in all compatible apps, with no need for a dedicated Tivoli app. Bluetooth 5.2 rounds out the offering for direct connections—especially useful for guests or sources not on 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 compatible devices from other brands. Groups are created in Google Home or the AirPlay interface, allowing you to name each speaker, build 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 to connect audiophile portable players, turntables with an RIAA preamp, or any device without wireless connectivity. Switching between sources is done with simple presses on the multifunction knob, with the colored LEDs instantly confirming the selected mode—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 to 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 full-range driver, 8.89 cm
- 1 tweeter, 1.9 cm
- 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 can you tell the different modes without a screen?
The LED bands 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 you use two Model Two Digital units to create 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 stands out by omitting a radio tuner (FM/DAB), whereas the Model One Digital retains this feature. The Model Two is designed exclusively for streaming and external sources, embracing 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-M2DGOLD
- GTIN / EAN: 850022506505
