Description
One of Gryphon’s historic strengths has been our “Systems approach” to HiFi: by designing every link in the playback chain, we achieve a level of system synergy that is otherwise not possible. Recently, we’ve introduced breakthrough amplifier technology—first with Essence and then Apex—then redefined preamplifier performance with Commander. Gryphon’s Vanta and Rosso represent a dramatic step forward in cable metallurgy while our StandArt equipment racks elevate audio furniture to a higher level of both sonics and aesthetics. Now, we proudly present EOS 2: a revolution in compact loudspeaker design.
EOS delivers innovative solutions to delivering big speaker sound in small rooms. First among these is EOS’ unique “Stealth” enclosure, whose purpose-engineered front baffle enables the drivers to yield smooth dispersion and uniform energy output, as well as a more holographic soundstage, EOS’ Stealth exterior/cabinet has been sculpted to function as an efficient diffusor of in-room standing waves—a powerful advantage in small spaces—while the interior has been critically shaped to emitigate back-wave turbulence and cabinet resonance. Gryphon’s proprietary “Line porting” technology, a new way of guiding the woofer’s back wave to the ports, ensures a perfect pathway for low frequencies to exit the cabinet while providing efficient damping of frequencies above the 60-80 Hz region. The result is shockingly fast and clean bass reproduction with in-room output to below 30 Hz. Gryphon’s mandate to maximize room compatibility and placement flexibility yielded three additional design flourishes: EOS 2 has been designed for near-wall placement, delivering smooth and accurate response when placed less than 12” (0.35 meter) from the back wall; it can be either front- or rear-ported by means of removable port plugs; finally, a three-position phase switch ensures ideal treble response at the listening position. Taken together, these three features enable unmatched versatility in speaker placement.
Although EOS 2 is Gryphon’s most affordable loudspeaker, it offers uncompromising parts and build quality. Our proprietary woofer features a Thin-ply Carbon Fibre cone manufactured to our specifications by the world’s leading fabricator of Formula 1 assemblies. EOS’ tweeter—also an in-house, proprietary design—uses a large (34mm) Beryllium dome and resonance-free rear enclosure for enhanced dynamics and low-end response. Hand-assembled from the finest electrical components, our PCS (Progressive Curved Slope) crossover maximizes power handling and ensures a seamless transition between drivers. Featuring 91 dB efficiency and “Stiff” 4 Ohm impedance, EOS 2 presents an easy load for virtually all high quality power amplifiers. The complex EOS 2 enclosure is locally handcrafted to the same high standards as fine Danish furniture, with each cabinet scrupulously inspected by the Gryphon Quality Control team. Evocative of Gryphon’s State-of-the-Art Kodo and Trident II loudspeakers, EOS’ elegant, stringed front grille combines beauty and driver protection with acoustic transparency.
