Talis R 330 Bookshelf Loudspeaker (Pair)

The R 330
Like the Talis S 330, the Talis R 330 was developed with the vision of achieving elegant design without sacrificing sound quality. The more compact body of the R 330 required extensive expertise in acoustic tuning and material craftsmanship to create a bookshelf speaker that makes no compromises, either sonically or visually.

As a two-way system, a single driver and a high-frequency dome handle full-range sound dispersion, ensuring seamless coherence. Slim, precisely engineered side panels connect to the WrapAround Baffle, maximizing internal volume without altering the speaker’s refined silhouette.

Whether finished in deep midnight black or sleek brushed silver, the hand-finished aluminum surface conveys understated luxury, making the R 330 a striking statement piece on any bookshelf or speaker stand.

Optional speaker stands: LS 300.

A two-way system is ideal for bookshelf speakers, as it uses only a bass driver and a tweeter for sound reproduction. The R 330 was designed to combine the characteristically spacious and natural sound of two-way systems with exceptionally clean, precise bass response, addressing a common limitation of traditional designs.

For this purpose, the R 330 employs a bass driver derived from its sister model, the Talis S 330, further optimized for the specific demands of a two-way system in a compact enclosure. With powerful magnetic drives and StarStabilizer membrane protection, even high sound levels remain comfortably within the R 330’s capabilities.

A single high-performance 17 cm driver provides the energy for the entire bass and midrange reproduction of the R 330. Its robust magnetic motor, large voice coil, and long-throw suspension—specifically engineered for bookshelf speakers—allow high sound pressure levels even at the lowest frequencies, free from distortion.

As one of only two drivers in the system, the R 330’s bass driver is subjected to unique demands: it must deliver the force of the bass range while also reproducing the delicacy of the midrange. As an audiophile response to these requirements, the StarStabilizer system is implemented. This system ensures piston-like operation of the driver through precisely calculated suspension components and prevents membrane breakup via a specifically designed central reinforcement structure.

This targeted design not only preserves bass integrity but also protects midrange delicacy, ensuring pure, unaltered sound across the entire frequency range.

The design language of the Talis S 330 and R 330 bridges two eras of T+A aesthetics. Where their predecessors embodied the ethos of “timeless reduction,” the new Talis speakers reinterpret this approach through a philosophy of “classical modernity.”

Black driver components allow the entire speaker to radiate a bold, sophisticated character in dark tones or create a striking contrast against the silver aluminum enclosure. The WrapAround Baffle extends seamlessly into the side panels, blending into the gently tapered side profile with an almost invisible transition.

With meticulously balanced proportions, the Talis speakers achieve a slender form that elegantly conceals their generous internal volume. Hand-brushed aluminum surfaces give each model a refined and distinctive texture while preserving the precision and consistency of high-end manufacturing.

The internal structure has been carefully engineered to maximize usable cabinet volume. Despite compact external dimensions of just 37 × 21 × 28 cm, more than 20 liters of internal space are dedicated to sound generation.

The Talis speakers stand as an expression of a commitment to loudspeaker design that unites uncompromising audio performance, refined craftsmanship, and distinctive technological innovation.

In every T+A product, design serves the sound: only when an aesthetic complements true-to-life music reproduction does it become part of a T+A creation. The T+A WrapAround Baffle, used exclusively in the Talis series, extends this philosophy further by encasing the entire front baffle, allowing the transition into the cabinet body to occur only at a precisely calculated point along the rear of the front panel.

No screws or fasteners disrupt this pure form, as all drivers and mounts are anchored internally. Acoustically, this evolution of the T+A Organic Baffle prevents even the shortest high-frequency wavelengths from causing subtle yet perceptible coloration in the treble range. This innovative design ensures accurate mid-to-high frequency response without interference, allowing sound to be experienced in its most pristine, unaltered form.

To deliver the characteristic T+A sound experience, all Talis speakers are equipped with the double-sided Fast Signal Response (FSR) crossovers. These crossovers form the technological heart of the Talis series and are central to its sound performance and dispersion characteristics.

Thanks to a specially developed mass layer, the Talis speakers are able to process even the most powerful impulses and highest currents without distortion. The result is precise transient response and exceptional signal fidelity, achieved through carefully engineered design and calculation.

In the R 330, the FSR crossover distributes electrical energy optimally between the bass/midrange driver and the tweeter. Each nuance and detail of the musical signal is rendered with clarity and energy, supported by precise control across both frequency ranges.

To preserve signal integrity down to the finest detail, specially designed internal cables connect the speaker drivers to the FSR crossover.

Principle

• Bookshelf speaker:  2-way, bass reflex

Power rating

• Nominal power rating:  140 Watts
• Music power rating:  200 Watts
• Impedance:  4 Ohms
• Frequency range:  35- 40000 Hz
• Sensitivity:  85 dB

Drive units

• Drive units bass:  1 x 170 mm
• Drive units highrange:  1 x 25 mm
• Crossover frequencies:  2000 Hz

Dimensions

• Dimensions H x W x D (Incl. terminal):  37 x 21 x 28 cm
• Weight:  15 kg

Finishes

• Black anodised 42
• Silver anodised 43

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