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Floorstanding loudspeakers — Børresen Acoustics Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition

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Børresen Acoustics Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition
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The Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition is a flagship-tier floorstanding loudspeaker from Børresen Acoustics, built with the brand's celebrated ultra-low-impedance drivers and the 3-day deep cryogenic treatment at -196°C. The Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition represents Børresen's most ambitious current statement in Z-series floorstanding engineering.

Key specs that matter

Rated response spans an exceptional 25Hz to 50,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Sensitivity is notably high at 90dB into a demanding 4 ohm load, with recommended amplifier power above 50W. At 151.0 x 23.0 x 70.0cm and 75.0kg, the Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition represents Børresen's absolute current flagship Z-series engineering ambition, with the celebrated ultra-low-impedance drivers conveying the smallest sonic nuances.

Sound and use context

Expect the exceptionally fast, detailed character Børresen's celebrated ultra-low-impedance driver technology is broadly known for, with the exceptional 25Hz bass extension combined with the notably high 90dB sensitivity representing Børresen's most accomplished current Z-series engineering.

Pairing

The demanding 4 ohm impedance combined with the above-50W recommended power calls for a capable amplifier.

Alternatives

Børresen's own M2 and X6 offer alternative flagship-tier floorstanding models within the same broader catalogue.

Specifications

  • Model name

    Børresen Z5 Cryo Edition

  • Frequency Response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    25

  • Frequency Response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    50000

  • Sensitivity (dB at 1 W/1m)

    90

  • Impedance (Ohms)

    4

  • Power amplifier requirements (W)

    >50

  • Has internal amplification

    N/A

  • Internal amplification power (W)

    N/A

  • Size (sm)

    151.0 x 23.0 x 70.0

  • Weight (kg)

    75.0

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