Acoustic Preference Gracioso 1.0 LE loudspeakers Owner's Manual

Acoustic Preference Gracioso 1.0 LE loudspeakers Owner's Manual

Acoustic Preference GRACIOSO 1.0LE is a premium 2-way down fire bass reflex loudspeaker with a realistic sound, suitable for most audio systems and small to midsize rooms. It features a transient power of 1000W, a nominal power handling of 150W, and a frequency response of 39 Hz to 35 kHz. The speaker has a distinctive design with prestigious walnut wood, a magnet grill holder system, and special ceramic flat feet. It also utilizes high-grade components such as a Morel mid-bass section, a Scanspeak tweeter, and Mundorf capacitors for exceptional audio performance.

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Owner's Manual
GRACIOSO 1.0 LE (LIMITED EDITION)

High definition

2 way-down fire bass reflex

loudspeakers

Acoustic Preference d.o.o.

www.acoustic-preference.com

Handcrafted in Slovenia-EU
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-WARNING-

TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPEMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION!

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT REMOVE DRIVERS OR BACK TERMINALS. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Changes or modifications of this loudspeakers will void the warranty.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT:

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no object filled with liquids,
such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.

6. Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat. Never expose this product to extremely high or low
temperatures.

7. Clean wooden surfaces only with a dry cloth and specialty wood cleaners.

8. Do not touch the membrane of the speaker drivers.

9. Connect unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

10. Protect the loudspeakers chord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly near the plug and at
the point where they exit from the unit.

11. Servicing by qualified personnel is required when the unit has been damaged in any way.

12. This apparatus is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Continued exposure to high sound
pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment or loss. User caution is advised and ear
protection is recommended when playing at high volumes.

13. Always keep electrical equipment out of the reach of children.
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Table of contents:

1. ABOUT GRACIOSO 1.0 LE page 3

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION page 3

3. HANDLING page 4

4. PLACEMENT page 6

5. CONNECTIONS page 6-8

6. USING page 8

7. ACOUSTIC PREFERENCE LIMITED WARRANTY page 9

8. SECURITY page 10

1. ABOUT GRACIOSO 1.0 LE (Limited Edition of 99 pairs)

The Gracioso 1.0 LE is a 2-way, down fire bass reflex loudspeaker, distinctive by its topmost design and
dramatically realistic sound. Because of its power-handling and sensitivity, it is suitable for most audio
systems. It will fit in small to midsize rooms, sonically and visually. Each Gracioso 1.0 LE speaker is a unique
and exclusively handmade product. Every pair is inspected, matched, tested and approved in Acoustic
Preference labs before being sent to the customer.

Each pair of Gracioso 1.0 LE (limited Edition-99 pairs) has a Limited Edition CERTIFICATE.

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Loudspeakers specifications:

2-way/bass reflex system (down fire)
12 dB/oct/LKR/2800 Hz crossover
Frequency response: 39 Hz - 35 kHz

Sensitivity: 89 dB / 1W/ 1m

Power/Impedance: 150 W / 6 Ohm

Dimensions: 255 (315) x 355 (420) x 1000 mm (W x D x H) with spikes
Weight: approx. 26.0 kg/unit; approx. 2 x 42 kg with wooden crates.
Cabinet

Prestigious walnut wood - integral construction system
Min.4 layers hand waxed - natural wax oil

Dispersed “down fire” bass reflex system
Magnet grill holder system
Special made ceramic flat feet (48mm) manufactures Franc Audio Accessories for Limited Edition model.
Mid-bass section (Special high grade from MOREL)

Dimension 160mm (6.3")

Transient Power 10ms 1000W

Nominal Power Handling (DIN) P 150W

Cone/Dome Material: Carbon fiber/Rohacell/Carbon fiber composite sandwich cone
UniflowTM Aluminum diecast chassis
HybridTM Neodymium/Ferrite magnet
3" Large HexatechTM Aluminum voice coil
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Copper insulated center pole
High power handling
Voice Coil FormXYer Titanium
Tweeter (Special high grade from SCANSPEAK)

26 mm (1") Ring Dome Diaphragm

Patented Symmetrical Drive (SD-2) motor

Diffraction Damping Rubber Front

Patented Phase Plug Design

AirCirc Motor Design w. 6 Neo magnets

Die Cast Rubber Painted Alu Face Plate

Crossover

12 dB/oct/LKR/2800 Hz crossover
Mundorf Air Foil Coils, 99.99% pure OFC copper with Polypropylene insulation.
Mundorf High-End Audio Grade MKP capacitors.
High quality Rhodium Bi-wire terminals
Point-to-point construction with pure Silver/teflon internal wiring
Circuit boards base from hard wood plates in suitable thickness
3. HANDLING

After removing the external covering of packing, grasp the straps to lift the loudspeaker out of the packing
box. Follow all the enclosed instructions for setting up the loudspeakers.

Figure 1: After removing the external covering of packing, grasp the straps to lift the loudspeaker out of the wooden crates.
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Key Features

  • 2-way bass reflex system (down fire)
  • High definition
  • Prestigious walnut wood cabinet
  • Special high grade mid-bass section
  • Tweeter (Special high grade from SCANSPEAK)
  • 12 dB/oct/LKR/2800 Hz crossover
  • Mundorf Air Foil Coils, 99.99% pure OFC copper with Polypropylene insulation
  • Mundorf High-End Audio Grade MKP capacitors
  • Handcrafted in Slovenia-EU
  • Limited Edition of 99 pairs

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Frequently Answers and Questions

How are the protective grills attached to the speakers?
The protective grills are attached to the speakers with a self-centering magnet system.
How do I install the feet on the speakers?
Firmly mount the feet into the black aluminum sockets in the bottom of the speaker.
How to connect the loudspeakers with a single stereo amplifier.
Connect one pair of loudspeaker wires to the input connectors, then connect the same pair of loudspeaker wires to the desired power amplifier output channel. Repeat step 1 to connect the second loudspeaker to a separate power amplifier output channel.
How to connect the loudspeakers in a bi-wire setup with a single stereo amplifier?
Connect the positive terminal of the left channel amplifier to the positive terminal of the left speaker's high-frequency input, and the negative terminal of the left channel amplifier to the negative terminal of the left speaker's high-frequency input. Connect the positive terminal of the right channel amplifier to the positive terminal of the right speaker's high-frequency input, and the negative terminal of the right channel amplifier to the negative terminal of the right speaker's high-frequency input. Connect the positive terminal of the left channel amplifier to the positive terminal of the left speaker's low-frequency input, and the negative terminal of the left channel amplifier to the negative terminal of the left speaker's low-frequency input. Connect the positive terminal of the right channel amplifier to the positive terminal of the right speaker's low-frequency input, and the negative terminal of the right channel amplifier to the negative terminal of the right speaker's low-frequency input.

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