Acoustic Design Master.12

3-way reference loudspeaker with four sensor-controlled 22-cm woofers

The Master.12 is our flagship model from the Classic line—a testament to a success story that has been highly praised in the trade press for its technical superiority.

3-way design featuring a sealed bass enclosure, four sensor-controlled 220-mm carbon woofers, and a coaxial midrange/tweeter driver (magnesium/beryllium). The MDF construction with steel-ball-filled internal chambers ensures an exceptionally low-resonance enclosure.

In this version, the Master.12 is offered as a purely passive model—stripped down to the essentials for the highest level of sonic precision.

Passive

Colors & Finishes: Master.12 Reference Floorstanding Speakers

  • White, Satin-Matte
  • High-Gloss White
  • Zebrano
  • Wild cherry
  • American Walnut Veneer
  • Oak (stained black)
  • Mocca
  • Black, Satin Matte
  • High-gloss black
  • Custom RAL color (made-to-order, upon request)

Master.12Passive

Description

The Master.12 is our flagship model. Four sensor-controlled 220-mm carbon woofers in a sealed enclosure and a coaxial midrange/tweeter driver made of magnesium and beryllium ensure the highest level of sonic precision. The MDF construction with steel-ball-filled internal chambers makes the enclosure exceptionally low in resonance.

Features

  • Coaxial driver: magnesium midrange driver and beryllium tweeter
  • 4 × 220-mm carbon woofers, sensor-controlled
  • 3-Way Concept
  • Sealed bass enclosure
  • Active individual control of the woofers (4 × 180 W)
  • Inner chambers filled with steel balls

Technical Specifications

Construction Method3-way, sealed woofer enclosure
Chassis4 × 220 mm carbon woofers (sensor-controlled); coaxial: 148 mm magnesium midrange driver, 25 mm beryllium tweeter
Active Electronics for Low Frequencies4 power amplifiers, 180 W each
Transition Frequencies200 Hz / 2,500 Hz
Frequency range20–25,000 Hz
Impedance4 Ω nominal, min. 3.1 Ω
Load capacity200 W sine wave
Dimensions W × H × D345 × 1400 × 680 mm (including spikes)
Weight105 kg
Warranty36 months