Bookshelf Speaker Reviews

Subwoofer: S10.3
Connections: Speaker- and line-level
Enclosure Type: Vented
Woofer (size in inches, type): 10, polypropylene ceramic/glass/mica cone
Power Rating (watts): 200
Crossover Bypass: Yes
Available Finishes: Shadow Silver, Black
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 17.3 x 14.1 x 18.3
Weight (pounds): 34
Price: $500

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

Speaker: Take SAT
Type: Two-way, monitor
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1, aluminum dome
Woofer (size in inches, type): 3.5, mica-filled polypropylene
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts): 125
Available Finishes: Silver, Black, White
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 8.1 x 6.5 x 4.25
Weight (pounds): 3.5
Price: $175

Speaker: Take LCR
Type: Two-way, L/C/R
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1, aluminum dome
Woofer (size in inches, type): 3.5, mica-filled polypropylene (2)
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts):135
Available Finishes: Silver, Black, White
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 12.5 x 6.5 x 4.25
Weight (pounds): 5.2
Price: $250

Ratings: Energy Take Speaker System

Build Quality: 97
• Anodized-aluminum cabinets.
• Check out the ribbed surround of the S10.3

Value: 87
• Better-than-lifestyle quality at a lower-than-lifestyle price
• la carte sales allows pricing flexibility

Features: 92
• S10.3 powered by 200-watt MOSFET amp
• Higher-quality drivers than previous Take models

Performance: 91
• A heavy hitter, despite its petite size
• Shows some limitations on music

Ergonomics: 88
• Small size, mounting options ensure installation that will make everyone happy

Overall Rating: 91
Energy has come extremely close to getting traditional-speaker sound from the confines of a lifestyle design. The Take Series is a huge step above the best HTIB speakers.

General information
Take SAT Satellite Speaker, $175 each
Take LCR L/C/R Speaker, $250
S10.3 Subwoofer, $500
Energy Speaker Systems
(416) 321-1800
www.energy-speakers.com
Dealer Locator Code ENY