AVID's high-end Evo Two floorstanders promise better bass and a broader dynamic range

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AVID has unveiled a new pair of high-end floorstanding speakers as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The Evo Two expand the British brand's Evo line, promising, slightly confusingly, to represent an advancement on the company’s established Evo Three model.

The 3.5-way Evo Two house a 28mm soft dome tweeter alongside twin 16cm midrange drivers, and a 25cm low frequency unit, all of which combine for what the manufacturer describes as "enhanced bass response" and the promise of a broader dynamic range and a more expansive soundstage.

The new speakers' drivers are mounted on a rigid anodised aluminium baffle, granting each unit the stability and security required to perform at its best.

For the crossovers, the Evo Two employ 'ClarityCap' capacitors, designed to reduce signal path resistance and boundary interruptions in pursuit of a purer, less compromised sonic signature.

Avid Evo Two loudspeakers in white and black on a white background

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The cabinets have been constructed to minimise unwanted vibrations using AVID's 'Tuned Mass Technology', which removes the energy produced by the drivers before it reaches the cabinet, in the hope of reducing distortion and delivering a cleaner, more transparent sound.

According to AVID's managing director, Conrad Mas, "the Evo Two was developed in response to customer feedback requesting a speaker with great presence and low-end articulation, whilst maintaining the clarity and openness characteristic of the EVO series".

The AVID Evo Two are available now, priced at £27,995 / €34,995 / $38,995. The cabinet finishes are available in a choice of black or white gloss.

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Harry McKerrell
Senior staff writer

Harry McKerrell is a senior staff writer at What Hi-Fi?. During his time at the publication, he has written countless news stories alongside features, advice and reviews of products ranging from floorstanding speakers and music streamers to over-ear headphones, wireless earbuds and portable DACs. He has covered launches from hi-fi and consumer tech brands, and major industry events including IFA, High End Munich and, of course, the Bristol Hi-Fi Show. When not at work he can be found playing hockey, practising the piano or trying to pet strangers' dogs.

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