Sony APM 10 ES
A bookshelf-type 2-way loudspeaker system from Sony's Elevated Standard (ES) series, with magnetic shielding and an Advanced Polymer Matrix bass driver.
Overview
The Sony APM 10 ES is a 2-way loudspeaker system built for high-fidelity audio. It belongs to Sony's Elevated Standard (ES) series. These are bookshelf-type speakers with an APM (Advanced Polymer Matrix) unit handling the low frequencies. They are magnetically shielded, so they can sit near video displays. Metal fittings for wall mounting come with them.
Specifications
| External dimensions | Width 405 x Height 745 x Depth 325 mm |
| Weight | 32.0 kg |
| Sensitivity | 88 dB SPL at 1 metre for 1 watt |
Design
The bass driver is flat and square, 170 cm². The tweeter is 2.5 cm. The APM (Advanced Polymer Matrix) unit is there for low-frequency response, and a protection circuit recovers on its own after an overload. The enclosure is magnetically shielded and comes with metal fittings for wall mounting.
Market
A pair of APM 10 ES speakers listed as needing repairs was offered for £40.00. Some of the drivers are considered nearly impossible to repair or replace. Units described as "very collectible" have turned up with original packaging.
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