Vienna Acoustics Speaker Klimt Series User Manual

Klimt Series™ – Owners Manual  
THE MUSIC / THE KISS / POETRY  
Thank you for your investment in one of the world´s most advanced loudspeaker  
designs available. We have worked tirelessly to produce this loudspeaker system  
and trust that you will enjoy the musical performance this product offers. To  
achieve this new level of performance, special care has been taken in the  
construction, the materials and the execution of this entirely new design. In  
order to take full advantage of your new loudspeaker system, critical setup  
attention must be taken to ensure that it performs as intended.  
Please read this manual carefully and utilize the setup suggestions discussed.  
Ultimately, the most important part of the process is to listen to music and  
enjoy. Our suggestions are just that, suggestions. If you find in your listening  
environment that a slightly different adjustment in setup results in a more  
enjoyable sonic picture, then follow it. All rooms are different and thus, we  
cannot give an accurate, single installation instruction guide that will cover all  
possible environments. Please feel free to contact us or your local distributor  
with any setup related questions. It is our collective goal to ensure that you  
achieve the best possible performance out of this sophisticated product.  
Thank you again and happy listening.  
Sincerely,  
Vienna Acoustics  
 
Product Description  
1.1 Technology  
The Klimt Series™ loudspeakers feature an extensive list of new technologies.  
Beginning with the new patented Flat-Spider-Cone™ midrange driver, special  
care has been taken with the choice of materials and crafting. This driver is  
created from a compound of several thermal plastic polymers as well as added  
glass fibers. This material composition offers both a considerable stiffness to  
mass ratio while also possessing the necessary self silencing necessary to ensure  
a lack of coloration in sound reproduction. That is, the cone material itself is  
virtually silent eliminating the need for notch type filters in the cross-over. The  
goal is to eliminate the problem of cone resonances before they begin. Added to  
the special material composition is the new flat design which further removes  
the sonic signature of the driver by eliminating the cone diffraction of the cone  
walls most often referred to as horn-loading. It is through the process of  
concentrating on both physical construction or forming and with special quiet  
materials that we are able to achieve this new level of performance that is free  
of the normal mechanical limitations as well as resonances present in most  
conventional midrange cone designs.  
In addition to this entirely new flat midrange driver, we have installed a special,  
hand crafted silk dome tweeter in its middle or pole location. Doing so allows for  
a timing or phase correctness that cannot otherwise be achieved. Ultimately our  
final complete coincident driver pairing is capable of reproducing the entire  
human vocal range, and beyond, without any cross-over interference particularly  
within the most critical human vocal range. The end result is a system that takes  
on a presence which until now has only been available in compact monitors. A  
further advantage of this design is the mentioned timing or phase correctness of  
the overall combination. The complete assembly results in a dispersion  
characteristic that creates much more of a “sweet area” versus the typical  
sweet spot” found in most designs. For this reason we prefer to describe this  
entire assembly as the Music Center.  
It is with this design ideal of concentrating on driver development in both the  
mechanical and the material domains that the goal of a highly simplified cross-  
over is achieved. As with our other designs, we begin with a first order cross-  
over. This we believe allows us to achieve the most seamless integration of all of  
the drivers into a single, cohesive whole. This is in part why we have chosen to  
offer only the purest and simplest hook up interface of single-wire terminals.  
Special care has also been taken with the formulation of the alloys used in these  
propriety Vienna Acoustics speaker terminals to ensure the quietest connection  
interface between speaker and speaker wire.  
1.2 Construction  
Each model within the Klimt Series™ features a top section or head which is a  
completely sealed module of equal internal volumes. This construction allows us  
to control and carefully position the critical Music Center. Holding this sealed  
 
enclosure is a solid alloy shoe. This single piece alloy shoe attaches to the Music  
Center´s cabinet in two points in the front and a single point in the rear. To  
further eliminate the potential for extraneous mechanical information to reach up  
from the bass cabinet, the aluminum shoe is similarly attached through one  
large alloy connection point in the rear and a single point in the front. The  
overall goal with this sophisticated design is to allow the entire Music Center to  
be positioned at its optimal height and position while also being completely  
isolated mechanically from the bass cabinet.  
Caution: Under no circumstances should the speaker be carried or moved by  
holding the Music Center. The result can be permanent damage to the  
adjustment mechanism.  
1.3 Construction Details The Music  
Unlike most typical bass cabinets, the bass cabinet of The Music is divided into  
several cabinets. The top woofer occupies its own cabinet with dedicated  
venting. The two additional woofers share their own dedicated cabinet with dual  
venting ports. The three Vienna Acoustics proprietary X3P Spider-Cone™  
woofers are then run in parallel with the upper bass unit most directly extending  
the bass performance of the Music Center and the two lower bass units aiding in  
further extending bass and overall dynamics. This entire bass assembly acts far  
more like integrated subwoofers compared to more typical bass units.  
The Murata Super-Tweeter occupies its own environment and is mounted at the  
top of the bass cabinet allowing it to occupy the same general dispersion space  
as the Music Center. Given the extreme extension this unit adds to overall  
performance, it is not necessary for it to be mounted in the same cabinet as the  
conventional tweeter. For this reason we are able to minimize the overall baffle  
area of the Music Center itself thus eliminate cabinet diffraction.  
With a complete speaker system of such mass, it was also necessary to develop  
special hardware that not only would allow for the fine adjustment in final setup  
but one that is substantial enough to physically support it. Each individual spiked  
foot features an oversized threaded center core with a large specially formed  
head allowing for easy adjustment. Additionally, there are four lock ring nuts  
that allow for the final locking of each spiked foot after proper setup has been  
completed. In the event these speakers are installed on fine wood or stone  
floors, specially created floor protectors are also supplied.  
Caution: Under no circumstances should The Music be installed without the  
base hardware installed.  
1.4 Construction Details The Kiss  
The bass cabinet in The Kiss is a bass reflex design. This allows the full  
advantage of our new proprietary X3P Spider-Cone™ woofer to be taken  
advantage of. In this configuration we are both able to extend the lower  
extremes of bass response while also maintaining an overall system that can be  
matched to the largest selection of high quality amplifiers.  
 
In addition to the special care given to the complete speaker design, we also  
believed that it was necessary to design a stand that is not only beautiful, but  
more importantly offers the requisite stability necessary to take full advantage of  
the speaker´s capabilities. The most obvious design element of this new  
dedicated speaker platform is its side pillar. As is immediately obvious, this pillar  
runs the entire depth of the loudspeaker offering the greatest front to rear  
stability possible. In addition to the mechanical form of the stand, the materials  
were specially selected to offer a silent environment for the speaker to operate  
in. The final construction of the stand is a combination of high density fiber with  
steel reinforcements working much like the finest architectural structures.  
Caution: Because the dedicated stands have been designed as mirror images of  
one another, it is possible to install the speakers with the pillars towards either  
the inside or the outside of the soundstage with no compromise in performance.  
How they are installed is of personal preference. For absolute stability,  
installation of the spikes with or without the floor protectors is recommended.  
1.5 Construction Details - Poetry  
The bass cabinet of Poetry is a pair of two individual bass reflex cabinets on  
either side of the Music Center. This design allows us to take advantage of our  
proprietary X3P Spider-Cone™ woofers offering un-paralleled dynamic output  
and speed coherency in a center channel loudspeaker.  
As with the other speakers in the Klimt Series™, with a speaker of such size and  
capability, it was necessary to develop a special stand that offers significant  
stability specifically designed for center channel applications. In the event a  
custom installation is necessary, included with the Poetry is a table top base that  
allows for installing on any strong, flat surface.  
Caution: If using the dedicated floor stand, do not use the supplied table top  
base.  
Connection Instructions  
2.1 Amplification  
The most common question asked of a speaker manufacturer is whether valve  
amplification or solid state amplification is preferred. The simple answer to this  
question is that we require good electronics. There are many fine examples of  
both amplifier technologies that will work perfectly with this loudspeaker system.  
We as designers and manufacturers have done all we can to insure the greatest  
flexibility in amplifier selection.  
There are a couple primary considerations that should be kept in mind when  
selecting a proper paired amplifier for this loudspeaker system. First, what are  
your listening habits? Do you listen to extremely dynamic material at high  
 
volume levels? If so, you should consider a more powerful amplifier. Second, do  
you have an unusually large space that these speakers are being installed in? If  
so, again you should consider a higher powered amplifier. Otherwise, our  
recommendation is to select the finest sounding quality amplifier in the fifty and  
above wattage range (see specifications). This can be either valve or solid state.  
The sonic differences in these designs are of personal preference. The most  
critical part of selecting an amplifier aside from its sonic properties is its ability  
to deliver stable current.  
2.2 Cable Selection  
Cable selection is a difficult area of discussion. So many aspects of cable design  
and sonic signature exists that careful and thorough investigation with your  
audio retailer is recommended. We have worked extremely hard with a variety of  
cable manufacturers selecting the internal wiring used. Aside from this, we must  
refer you back to your dealer and suggest taking the greatest care in listening.  
Remember, the goal of this speaker system is to produce music. The cable  
selection is one area where you can have a significant impact on the overall  
musical presentation.  
2.3 Connections  
As mentioned in the technology section of this manual, we prefer simple single-  
wire connections. You will notice that our terminals are quite large. For this  
reason, if selecting spade lugs, you will have to specify large connectors.  
Otherwise, standard banana plugs will work perfectly.  
Note: If using large gauge bare speaker wire, termination of the wire to large  
spade, pin or banana plugs is required.  
Setup Instructions  
3.1 Break-In  
While there has been exhaustive testing performed on all parts of this speaker  
system throughout the manufacturing process, proper break-in is necessary.  
This process does not take particularly long, but special care during this process  
is particularly important.  
The most critical time in the overall break-in process is the first fifty hours.  
During this time it is important that you not play the speaker system at  
exceptionally high volume levels. While completing the initial break-in period the  
speakers should only be played at comfortable listening levels. The easiest way  
to complete this process is to place a CD on repeat and play the speakers for a  
few days. The speakers will sound fine during this period. However, you will  
experience a blending of all the drivers into a more coherent single sounding  
speaker as the process is completed.  
 
The second stage is much more gradual and one that may not be noticed  
immediately. This is the fifty to approximately three-hundred hour period.  
During this final period of break-in, there is a further refinement in the micro-  
dynamics or inner detail that will become more defined. In other words, the  
presence of the musicians becomes more intimate. It is during this period that  
final setup should be completed.  
3.2 Positioning The Music and The Kiss  
While there are several recommended methods used in proper speaker setup,  
the only process that we believe in is one that includes listening. If you are not  
listening to the speakers, it will be impossible for you to know whether you are  
making the correct adjustments.  
The first area of consideration when setting up a large scale, sophisticated  
speaker system such as either The Music or The Kiss is the distance between the  
speakers. Unfortunately, it is our experience that people leave their speakers  
positioned far too close together to take full advantage of the scale and size of  
presentation that a modern reference speaker system is capable of. The basic  
rule to follow is to position the speakers with at least an equal distance between  
the left and right channels as you are from them. For example, if you are three  
meters away from the speakers, the speakers should be at least three meters  
apart.  
The second area of setup is commonly referred to as toe-in. With a two-piece  
speaker design, this process requires more care than the typical single cabinet  
design. The simple starting rule is to have the bass or lower cabinets aimed  
approximately one to two meters behind the center or listening position (A)  
while the top or Music Center is aimed approximately one-half this distance (B).  
See the following image:  
Caution: Before attempting any movement of the Music Center, be sure that  
the locking bolt on the rear of the speaker is loosened. It is possible to force the  
movement of the Music Center when it is locked down. Doing so will  
permanently damage the pivoting hardware.  
 
Following the positioning or toeing-in, attention needs to be turned to the  
distance of the speakers with respect to the back and side walls of your listening  
room. While it is possible to achieve positive results positioning the speakers  
close to the rear wall, this position typically gives up some potential bass  
extension as well as some soundstage depth. Ideally, the best starting place is  
approximately one meter from the rear wall. This distance is also a  
 
recommended starting point from the side walls. However, because of the driver  
selection and their dispersion characteristics, it is possible to get quite close to  
the side walls with care. In the event that the room does not allow anything  
else, distance apart will be far more critical than the actual distance from the  
side walls.  
With The Music, before moving the speakers into the room it is necessary to  
have the spiked foot kit installed. We suggest starting with each spike set with  
approximately one centimeter of thread between the top of the foot bracket and  
the bottom of the lock rings. This will allow for the greatest amount of  
adjustment when doing the final fine adjustments. With the speakers playing  
something with extended pulsing bass, something like a full double bass  
instrument, carefully pull the speakers further into the room until a natural, fully  
resolved and extended bass line can be heard. What you are listening for is full  
resolution without a boominess or slowness. Typically you will find this location  
within one to two meters from the back wall. It may be necessary to use  
furniture slides given the weight of each speaker in order to complete this step.  
Remember to never move the complete speaker by handling the Music Center.  
All movements must be done by gripping the bass cabinet only.  
After achieving ideal bass performance, carefully ensure that the cabinets are  
level and stable. This should provide for a noticeable improvement in the clarity  
and definition in bass performance. At this point, final adjustments to the Music  
Center should be done.  
Before trying to move the shoe, be sure the lock down screw at the rear of the  
cabinet is loose. Then, carefully make small adjustments both angling in the  
Music Center both in and out on either side until the desired sonic image is  
achieved. The basic rule is that movements towards the listening position (in)  
will result in a slightly warmer sound while movements away from the listening  
position (out) will offer greater clarity and speed. As with all experiences, too  
much of a good thing is no longer good. Too much warmth results in a dullness,  
while too much clarity and speed will result in a harshness. After finding the  
ideal balance, please lock the horizontal rotation lock screw snugly; over  
tightening is not necessary.  
The last step of setup is the image height. Because of the dispersion  
characteristics and phase or timing correctness of the Music Center, adjustments  
in height will mostly affect image height. If you use a piece of music with a  
single central focused vocal, adjust the height of both speakers until there is a  
solidity and consistency across the entire sound stage.  
Note: The height grid located on the rear of the Music Center will typically be  
located between 0 and 3 and not higher after final setup and is also only a  
guide.  
As mentioned from the beginning, this setup guide is just that, a guide. Nothing  
can replace careful listening within the given room of installation. If you find that  
an adjustment in your system, which is contrary to these recommendations,  
yields better sound and more musical results, trust that first. Ultimately your  
ears are the most important tool in proper speaker setup.  
 
3.3 Positioning Poetry  
As with other sophisticated center channel loudspeakers, specific setup  
instructions from your processor should be read and followed before continuing.  
There are still a couple specific recommendations that should be followed in  
conjunction with the processor´s instructions. First, this is a full range speaker  
system capable of great dynamic output. This means that it is absolutely  
necessary to have an amplifier that is capable of producing adequate power for  
the proper matching to the front main left and right channel loudspeakers  
without compression or worse, clipping. Ideally, three high power identical  
amplifiers would be selected for the front three channels in a theater. Second,  
careful listening should still be done for the fine tuning of Poetry. Even with the  
most sophisticated measuring devices, human ears are more sensitive. Thus,  
always trust your ears first.  
Final setup of Poetry should follow these basic rules. Whether Poetry is mounted  
on its supplied table base or on its optional floor stand, the angling of the overall  
cabinet should be done such that the two bass drivers are aiming towards the  
listening environment. This means that if Poetry is lower than the listening  
position, careful adjustments angling the complete speaker up should be done.  
This also means that in the event Poetry is mounted above the listening  
environment, an angling down should be done. The proper adjustment of the  
overall cabinet will have profound effects on overall bass resolution and total  
clarity. While listening to rich bass content through the center channel, try  
angling the overall cabinet as described and listen to bass content and definition.  
The correct angle is the position where you have the greatest bass extension  
and definition. Following the angling the overall cabinet, using some dialogue  
rich material, adjust the angle of the Music Center so that the greatest vocal  
clarity can be heard. Given that the center channel is mounted in the center  
position, the physical setup is quite a bit easier than main stereo pairs of  
loudspeakers.  
3.4 Fine Adjustments for The Music and The Kiss  
Before attempting to work with any of the following fine tuning recommen-  
dations, please be sure you have exhausted all prior recommendations.  
Careful adjustment of The Music´s main bass cabinet has the potential of  
improving both detail as well as overall bass extension. By carefully listening to  
something with a pronounced and rhythmic bass, like that of the double bass  
instrument recommended earlier, listen to each speaker and determine where in  
height off of the floor the bass line has the greatest detail and coherence. If this  
location is lower than the listening position, carefully extend the front spikes  
until this clearer position is aimed at the seated location. Be aware that  
adjustments as small as an ⅛-turn can have dramatic results. As earlier, pay  
special attention to the stability of the speaker. In the event that greater clarity  
was higher than the listening position, do the reverse. After making this  
adjustment, be sure that the image height is also adjusted. Typically raking back  
the bass cabinet will result in the need to aim the Music Center down while a  
raking of the bass cabinet down will require an angling up of the Music Center.  
 
Toe-in of the overall cabinet as well as distance between the speakers can also  
result in improvements in overall clarity and resolution. If there appears to be a  
doubling or sluggishness to the center of the sound stage, try pulling the  
speakers slightly further apart or aim the overall cabinet further away from the  
listening position. If there is a vagueness to the soundstage or a lack of central  
focus, it is possible that you will need to either move the speakers closer  
together or angle-in the overall cabinet slightly more. As with rake, any  
adjustments to the overall cabinet position will most likely result in having to  
make further compensating adjustments to the Music Center.  
3.5 Controls The Music  
The final step in proper setup of The Music is the adjustment of the three small  
switches located above the speaker connection terminals at the rear of the  
speaker.  
These three switches are labeled: M, UB, LB. These represent:  
Midrange, Upper-Bass and Low-Bass. The flat or normal position for these  
switches is in the lower position. These switches were designed to add a small  
amount of correction specifically for addressing room acoustics. Since all rooms  
have certain sonic properties, it is possible that the physical placement cannot  
resolve all audible problems.  
In order to add a small amount of additional upper-frequency energy, place the  
M-switch to the upper position. This is particularly useful in an well-damped  
listening rooms. In order to increase bass warmth, try moving the UB-switch to  
the upper position. This can be quite helpful in larger listening rooms where the  
speakers are unusually far from the rear wall. The final switch is the LB-switch.  
The upper setting of the LB-switch allows for the greater bass content. In rooms  
where the full extension and power of overall bass does not overpower the room  
this position will result in the greatest power as well as resolution of extended or  
lower bass. A secondary advantage to this position is the possibility of greater  
air and focus around the upper frequencies and vocals.  
While each of the switches has minimal effect, if special care has been taken in  
the overall physical setup of the complete loudspeaker system, the results can  
be profound. As with all of our other recommendations, always listen and trust  
what you are hearing.  
3.6 Controls The Kiss and Poetry  
The final step in proper setup of The Kiss and Poetry is the adjusting of the two  
small switches located above the speaker connection terminals at the rear of the  
speaker. These three switches are labeled: T and B. These represent Treble and  
Bass. The flat or normal position for these switches is in the lower position. The  
addition of these switches was intended to add a small amount of correction  
specifically for addressing room acoustics. Since all rooms have certain sonic  
properties, it is possible that the physical placement cannot resolve all audible  
problems.  
In order to add a small amount of additional upper-frequency energy, place the  
T-switch to the upper position. This is particularly useful in well-damped listening  
 
rooms. The second switch is the B-switch. The upper setting of the B-switch  
allows for the greater bass content. The advantage of this setting is that it  
results in the greatest power as well as resolution of extended or low bass. A  
secondary advantage of this position is the possibility of greater air and focus  
around the upper frequencies and vocals.  
While each of the switches has minimal effect, if special care has been taken in  
the overall physical setup of the complete loudspeaker system, the results can  
be profound. As with all of our other recommendations, always listen and trust  
what you are hearing.  
Listening  
After having completed a thorough break-in and then completing a full and  
comprehensive setup, listening can and should begin in full earnestness. As with  
the city we live, design, work and ultimately build this product in, Vienna is  
about music, music, music. While most acclaimed for our classical music halls  
and performances, Vienna also has one of the most vibrant jazz scenes as well  
as rock and everything in between. Music comes in all colors and forms. We are  
not here to tell you what to listen to. We have done all we can to produce a  
product that is capable of reproducing the music that all of us at Vienna  
Acoustics listens to. What does that mean? Simply put, all music! Just listen and  
enjoy.  
Technical Information  
The Music  
System Type  
3-way loudspeaker system, employing integrated  
sub-woofers plus Super-Tweeter  
Frequency Response  
Bass Driver  
22Hz 100kHz  
3 x 23cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Spider-Cone  
Tweeter 18cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Flat-Spider-Cone  
Midrange  
Coincident  
midrange with 2.5cm hand crafted neodymium  
center vented silk dome tweeter  
Super-Tweeter  
Sensitivity  
Impedance  
1.3cm  
91db  
4Ω  
Recommended Power  
Speaker Weight  
50 500 watts  
82kg / 180lbs each  
Speaker  
Dimensions 273mm/10.75” x 1295mm/51” x 630mm/24.80”  
(WxHxD)  
each  
 
The Kiss  
System Type  
3-way  
stand-mounted  
system,  
employing  
integrated sub-woofer  
36Hz 20kHz  
23cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Spider-Cone  
Frequency Response  
Bass Driver  
Midrange  
Coincident  
Tweeter 18cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Flat-Spider-Cone  
midrange with 2.5cm hand crafted neodymium  
center vented silk dome tweeter  
89db  
4Ω  
Sensitivity  
Impedance  
Recommended Power  
Speaker Weight  
50 180 watts  
43kg / 95lbs each  
Speaker  
(WxHxD)  
Dimensions 273mm/10.75” x 540mm/21.3” x 540mm/21.3”  
each  
Stand Weight  
23kg / 50lbs each  
Stand Dimensions (WxHxD)  
273mm/10.75” x 730mm/29” x 530mm/21”  
(including spikes) each  
Poetry  
System Type  
Frequency Response  
Bass Drivers  
3-way system, employing integrated sub-woofer  
32Hz 20kHz  
2 x 23cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Spider-Cone  
Midrange  
Coincident  
Tweeter 18cm Patented Vienna Acoustics Flat-Spider-Cone  
midrange with 2.5cm hand crafted neodymium  
center vented silk dome tweeter  
90db  
8Ω  
Sensitivity  
Impedance  
Recommended Power  
Speaker Weight  
50 300 watts  
50kg / 110lbs  
Speaker  
Dimensions 920mm/36.25” x 270mm/10.75” x 550mm/21.75”  
(WxHxD)  
Stand Weight  
Stand Dimensions (WxHxD)  
40kg / 90lbs  
920mm/36.25” x 580mm/17.75” x 580mm/23”  
(including spikes)  
 

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