Gold Note A6 EVO II gloss walnut (pack of 2)

A slender silhouette, diamond-shaped sculpted sides, and that rare ability to go below 40 Hz despite a compact footprint. The A6 EVO II embodies the philosophy of Gold Note: offering Tuscany-made loudspeakers that combine aesthetic refinement with tangible acoustic performance. This second generation refines the formula with upgraded drivers and a newly designed front baffle.

Construction and materials: rigidity in the service of sound

The reinforced HDF cabinet adopts a distinctive angular geometry. The diamond-cut side panels are not just a design flourish: their shape and the integrated aluminum inserts play an active role in controlling resonances. This structure ensures efficient dissipation of unwanted vibrations, a prerequisite for clean reproduction across the entire frequency range.

The available finishes (gloss walnut, matte walnut, combined with a black front) come from Italian cabinetmakers who also supply other renowned manufacturers on the peninsula. The solid wood plinth, supplied separately, tilts the speaker slightly backward and houses the downward-firing bass-reflex port.

Italian-made drivers

The A6 EVO II employs four drivers in a three-way layout. The two 14 cm (5.5 inch) treated paper mid-woofers occupy the front baffle. Equipped with high-power magnets and stiffened aluminum baskets, they handle the midrange and part of the bass with a fast transient response. The 28 mm (1.1 inch) silk dome tweeter takes over above 2000 Hz.

The internal 16.5 cm (6 inch) subwoofer, housed in its own sealed chamber, is one of the major assets of this floorstander. Its die-cast metal chassis and downward orientation, combined with the bottom bass-reflex port, allow it to reach 40 Hz without the placement constraints usually associated with such extension.

Crossover and internal components

The 12 dB/octave crossover network operates at 70 Hz (between subwoofer and mid-woofers) and 2000 Hz (between mid-woofers and tweeter. Gold Note has selected Mundorf and Clarity capacitors and inductors for this crossover, both well-established references in the field of audio components. The proprietary gold-plated, nickel-free binding posts accept generously sized cables.

System integration and amplification

With a sensitivity of 88 dB (2.83V/1m) and a nominal impedance of 4 ohms, the A6 EVO II is easy to drive. A 20-watt amplifier is enough to bring it to life, while the 150-watt RMS power handling provides comfortable headroom for more powerful systems. The downward-firing bass-reflex port allows relatively close positioning to side and rear walls, which simplifies installation in smaller rooms.

The supplied plinth, 288 mm wide and 441 mm deep, increases the footprint and provides the stability required for these columns, which weigh 30 kg each. Spikes and isolation pads are included to adapt the setup to the type of flooring.

Sound signature and changes compared with the first generation

The A6 EVO II succeeds the A6 EVO with several notable changes. The tweeter gains in diameter (1.1 inch versus 1 inch), the mid-woofers grow from 12.5 to 14 cm, and the internal subwoofer is about 25% larger than in the previous version. The crossover frequency between subwoofer and mid-woofers has been raised from 60 to 70 Hz, redistributing the load between the drivers.

The sonic character leans toward the analytical and detailed side, with a crisp attack on transients. This liveliness coexists with a smooth treble, thanks to the silk dome, which avoids listening fatigue over long sessions. The bass reach is surprising given the footprint, even if the sheer physical impact in the very low end remains below what larger floorstanders can offer.

Technical specifications

Acoustic performance

• Frequency response: 40 – 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
• Sensitivity: 88 dB SPL (2.83 V / 1 m)
• Nominal impedance: 4 Ω
• Crossover: 70 Hz and 2000 Hz at 12 dB / oct

Power and amplification

• Recommended amplifier: ≥ 20 W
• Maximum RMS power: 150 W

Drivers

• Tweeter: 1.1” silk dome
• Mid-bass drivers: 2 x 5.5” in treated paper
• Internal woofer: 1 x 6” in treated paper

Connectivity

• Connectors: Gold Note gold-plated, nickel-free

Dimensions and weight

• Speaker dimensions (W x H x D): 230 x 1080 x 285 mm
• Base dimensions (W x H x D): 288 x 44 x 441 mm
• Weight: 60 kg (pair, net), 80 kg (pair, packaged)

Finishes

• Cabinet finish: black
• Side panel finish: glossy or matte walnut

Key features

• Ultra-rigid diamond-shaped design for precise vibration control
• Italian woofer with massive magnets for extended, natural bass
• Down-firing woofer with bass-reflex port for better bass extension and flexible placement
• High-end Mundorf and Clarity components for a pure, analytical sound
• Fast, powerful, and detailed sound reproduction, faithful to the Italian musical experience