Sunday, November 9, 2008

New Canton Karat Series of Loudspeakers

New Canton Karat Series of Loudspeakers
From left to right: 790 DC, 755 Center (with optional LS 650 stand), AS 750 SC and 795 DC

The German manufacturer of loudspeakers Canton, has renewed its high-end Karat family of music and home theater loudspeakers with six new speakers to replace discontinued models. The new models, including the 795 DC, 790 DC, 770 DC, 755 DC, 730 DC and 720 replace, respectively, the previous Karat 711 DC, 709 DC, 707 DC, 705 DC, 703 DC and 702 models, while the Karat AS 750 SC subwoofer with its 350 W IcePower amplifier remains in the line. All of this models incorporate upgraded drivers and crossovers, subtly refined cabinet aesthetics, and new high-gloss finish options.

Prices range from $2,400 per speaker for the top-of-the-line Karat 795 DC, to $600 each for the two-way Karat 720.