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Definitive Technology BP6B
Definitive Technology BP6B are the entry-level model Definitive Technology's Bipolar Tower line of floor-standing speakers that retail for about $400 per speaker. Unlike most of its competitors, the BP6B is a bipolar speaker, meaning that they have speaker drivers facing both to the front and the rear in the same phase creating a more broad soundstage as sound is reflected off of walls and is difficult to pinpoint where it's coming from. Unlike dipolar speakers, which feature drivers that are in reverse phase, that create a cancellation pattern, bipolar speakers actually create a bass boost from the constructive interference patterns. The bipolar design is often cited as a better speaker for movies than music, because if it's inherent surround sound bipolar operation.
MSRP $800.00
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Specifications
- Dimensions: 7" W x 11" D x 35" H
- Frequency Response: 25 Hz – 30 kHz
- Rec. Assoc. Amplification: 20 – 175 Watts/channel
- Efficiency: 91 dB
- Nominal Impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
- Drivers:
- Two 25 mm pure aluminum dome tweeters blended by a Linkwitz-Riley crossover
- Two 14 cm mineral-filled homopolymer-coned bass/midranges.
- Finish: Piano-Gloss Black with wraparound black grill cloth.
- Weight: 42 lbs.
- Speakers are supplied with an optional spiking kit.
- Retail: $399 ea.
Definitive Technology product line
Within the Bipolar Tower line, the BP6B are the entry-level model with the BP8B ($499 / each) and the BP10B ($599 /each) rounding out the line. Both of these models upgrade the bass/midrange driver to cast-magnesium basket drivers found in Definitive Technology's top-of-the-line Bipolar SuperTower product line. Other improvements as you move up to the BP8B and BP10B include larger enclosures and driver diameter.
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Definitive Technology BP6B
• Definitive Technology BP6 Tower Loudspeaker (Single, Black)
• BP6B Tower Speaker
UPC: 093207010958
EAN: 093207010958
MPN: JAJA
Competitors
Definitive Technology BP6B is ranked 4th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $990.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 30-day risk free in-home audition with paid return shipping
- Excellent build quality and components
- Excellent value speaker
- Free shipping to the USA
- Includes floor spikes and footers
Definitive Technology BP6B
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Aperion Intimus 5T
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MSRP $650.00
Released November, 2006
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Available in three finishes (Black Ash, Rosenut, Cherry)
- Affordable, high quality speakers
Cons
- Rear facing vent ports prevent placing too close to wall
- bass and midrange performance can be lacking
- better for home theater than dedicated music listening
Definitive Technology BP6B
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Paradigm Monitor 7 v.5
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MSRP $500.00
Released January, 2005
Pros
- Probably the best sounding speaker you can buy for this price
- Magnetically shielded
- 3-way crossover design
- Front-facing ports allow you to place close to a wall
Cons
- Cones are very sensitive to touch; especially the tweeters. Dent easy
- Limited bass response
Definitive Technology BP6B
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Infinity Primus P362
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MSRP $600.00
Released January, 2006
Pros
- Value-priced speaker
- Excellent high-frequency detail
- Dual binding posts can be bi-amped or bi-wired
Cons
- Requires rear clearance room because of rear-firing vents - limits placement
- Not a real wood finish - vinyl woodgrain
- Only available in one color or finish - black
Definitive Technology BP6B
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Klipsch RF-52
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MSRP $650.00
Released July, 2004
Pros
- Value-priced floor-standing speaker
Cons
- Only 2-way crossover design (competitors feature 3-way and 2.5 way at this price point)
Definitive Technology BP6B
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Polk Audio Monitor 60
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Reviews
April 9, 2008
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Pros
- Excellent for surround sound because of bipolar design
- Only require 4" inches of rear clearance from wall
- Glossy, black piano finish
Cons
- Not as well-suited for music as a traditional floorstanding speaker
- Don't include magnesium-cast basket found in BP8B and BP10B
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BP, 6, B, BP6, 6B, BP6B
