Boston Acoustics CS226B Single 2-way black Classic series floorstanding speaker

They either steal the show or they are the show

Floorstanding speakers are the stars of any home audio system. Whether they're part of a multi-channel surround sound system or stand alone as a stereo pair, they deliver critical audio performance and stunning aesthetics. And believe us, the CS226 from Boston Acoustics is no exception. This 2-way floorstanding speaker combines a single tweeter, dual woofers, and a bass-reflex enclosure design to serve up a 46Hz - 25kHz frequency response range that encompasses low, controlled bass audio as well as clear, nuanced high-frequency sounds. Pair up two single CS226 speakers and experience full, powerful front-channel audio effects in your multi-channel home theater or vibrant, detailed stereo audio in a home office or entertaining room. And the black walnut finish lends an air of style and sophistication to any home-theater décor.

Of drivers and ports

While a variety of design considerations are essential to producing a loudspeaker capable of delivering powerful yet clear audio, two stand out above the rest: a speaker's drivers and its cabinet. First, while the CS226 employs a 1.0" Kortec soft-dome tweeter to serve up crystalline high-frequency audio, it turns to two 6.5" graphite-injected polymer woofers with Deep Channel Design technology to reproduce deep, full bass and mid-range audio. Second, enhancing the reproduction of controlled, efficient bass audio, the CS226 sports a bass-reflex cabinet design. By freeing the movement of air behind the speaker's drivers, the acoustically tuned bass-reflex port not only allows for greater speaker efficiency but also achieves improved bass extension and performance.

MagnaGuard

All of the components in your home theater system use electricity. They use it for power and for audio and video signal transmission. Accordingly, they all emit some amount of electromagnetic radiation. Because speakers operate using large magnets and require large amounts of power to reproduce sound, their output of electromagnetic energy can potentially interfere with the signals being used by other components. Ensuring seamless integration in to your home A/V system, the folks at Boston Acoustics have designed the CS226 with MagnaGuard magnetic shielding, protecting other A/V components from electromagnetic interference.

Going for gold

Ensuring high-conductivity and low-corrosivity for high-performance, enduring audio reproduction, the Boston Acoustics CS226 speaker uses gold-plating on its five-way binding-post inputs.

The finishing touches — cables

Go one step further in your quest to reach the pinnacle of home audio. A high-performance floorstanding speaker like the CS226 can only help your home audio system reach its full potential if it is receiving a quality, high-integrity audio signal. Audio cables — chosen specifically for the needs of your system — deliver the ability to maximize your CS226's potential. View the accessories list attached to the CS226 at Vanns.com or call a Vann's customer service representative at the 800 number at the top of this page for assistance in selecting the right set of cables.

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