Tivoli Model Two Digital white/silver
Specifications and features
Tivoli Model Two Digital: reinventing radio tradition
The Model Two Digital combines Tivoli’s historic 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 dispensing entirely with traditional radio while preserving the aesthetic codes that made the brand famous.
A design that transcends eras without artifice
The Model Two Digital continues 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 front rotary knob—serving as power switch, source selector, and volume control—maintain that signature visual purity.
The absence of a display is a bold choice. Two discreet LED light bars indicate 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 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 built for versatility
The Model Two Digital incorporates a two-way configuration: an 8.89 cm full-range driver for mids and bass, 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 full audible spectrum. The tonal balance favors a neutral approach, avoiding the excessive coloration of many mass-market speakers. This neutrality aligns with Tivoli’s tradition of prioritizing fidelity over showiness, though 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: streaming without limits
The Model Two Digital excels with exhaustive connectivity. Native integration of AirPlay 2 and Google Cast ensures universal compatibility with all streaming services: Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, TuneIn. This agnostic approach frees the user from any ecosystem constraints.
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, with no need for a dedicated Tivoli app. Bluetooth 5.2 rounds out the offering for a direct connection, especially useful for guests or sources not connected to the network.
Native multi-room integration
Compatibility with AirPlay 2 and Google Cast turns the Model Two Digital into a component of a multi-room audio system. Multiple speakers can be grouped or controlled individually, even alongside other compatible brands. Groups are created 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 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—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 services compatible with AirPlay 2 and Google Cast: 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
In the box
- 1 Model Two Digital
- 1 power supply
- 1 quick start guide
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell the different modes on a screenless speaker?
The LED bars change color based on 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 functions as a standalone mono speaker. For a stereo setup, you would need two units configured as left/right via AirPlay 2 or Google Cast, each then reproducing its respective channel.
What is the difference between the Model One Digital and the Model Two Digital?
The Model Two Digital differs 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, embracing a more modern approach to audio playback.
Is audio quality via Bluetooth inferior to Wi‑Fi?
Tests do show a noticeable improvement in clarity, spatialization, and overall organization of the sound when using Wi‑Fi protocols (AirPlay 2 and Google Cast) compared to Bluetooth. For optimal listening, favor these connection modes whenever possible.
- Eco-contribution included in the sale price.
- Manufacturer reference: TA-M2DWHT
- GTIN / EAN: 850022506383
