The Gauder Capello DV Line at a Glance
The Capello Double Vision range represents one of Gauder Akustik's most engaging expressions of the company's design philosophy, built in Germany under the direction of Roland Gauder. Every model in this line is a passive loudspeaker, which means you choose the amplifier that drives it, and every model shares the same core engineering that gives Gauder its recognizable character. In this guide we compare the stand mount, the two floorstanders and the timbre matched center so you can find the right fit for your room and the way you listen.
The shared design in this range
All four Capello DV models are built around the same set of ideas. They use XPulse cone drivers for bass and midrange, paired with an aluminum tweeter that is upgradeable to beryllium. To be clear, DV stands for Double Vision, which refers to an upgraded internal specification, and it does not mean a diamond tweeter. No Gauder model in this line uses a diamond tweeter.
The signature Gauder ultra steep symmetrical crossover is present throughout, engineered here with Time Delay Control so that the drivers arrive in correct time and phase alignment. The cabinets follow the classic Gauder drop shaped, teardrop cross section design that helps control internal standing waves. The Double Vision upgrades add finely selected Mundorf crossover components, higher quality internal wiring, and top WBT terminals, with rhodium plated bi wiring bridges on the stand mount and floorstanding models.
Because Gauder makes only passive loudspeakers and no amplifiers, each of these speakers needs a quality separate amplifier scaled to its level. The stand mount also requires the matching Gauder aluminum stands to perform and to sit at the correct listening height.
The Models by Tier and Use Case
Stand mount: Gauder Capello 40 DV
The Gauder Capello 40 DV is a passive two way stand mount loudspeaker. It carries a single XPulse cone bass and midrange driver with the aluminum tweeter, the Time Delay Control crossover, and the full Double Vision package including WBT terminals with rhodium plated bi wiring bridges. This is the model to consider for smaller and medium rooms, near field or nearer listening positions, and setups where a compact footprint matters. Remember that it needs the matching Capello 40 aluminum stands to be heard at its best, along with a quality amplifier.
Who it suits: listeners in compact or medium spaces who want the Gauder phase accurate presentation in a discreet form, and those who value precise imaging over the largest scale of bass.
Floorstanding: Gauder Capello 80 DV
The Gauder Capello 80 DV is a passive floorstanding loudspeaker that brings the same XPulse cone drivers, aluminum tweeter, Time Delay Control crossover and Double Vision components into a self supporting cabinet. As a floorstander it is a natural choice for medium to larger rooms where you want fuller weight and room filling output without stands. It remains a passive design, so pair it with an amplifier that suits its capabilities.
Who it suits: listeners moving into medium and larger rooms who want more scale and presence than a stand mount provides, in a design goal focused on full range musical reproduction.
Floorstanding: Gauder Capello 100 DV
The Gauder Capello 100 DV is the multi way floorstanding model in the range. Within the same Capello line it is positioned above the 80 DV and can legitimately deliver more, making it the choice for the largest rooms and the most demanding listening. It shares the XPulse cone drivers, the aluminum tweeter upgradeable to beryllium, the Time Delay Control crossover, the drop shaped cabinet, and the full Double Vision upgrade set with WBT terminals and rhodium plated bi wiring bridges. Give it a capable amplifier that can express its full potential.
Who it suits: listeners with generous rooms who want the fullest scale, effortless dynamics and the most complete presentation in this line.
Center channel: Gauder Capello Center DV
The Gauder Capello Center DV is a passive center channel loudspeaker with XPulse cone bass and midrange drivers, the aluminum tweeter upgradeable to beryllium, the Time Delay Control crossover, and Double Vision upgrades with WBT terminals. Its key role is timbre matching to the Capello stereo speakers, so dialogue and effects blend seamlessly across the front stage. It needs a power amplifier or a receiver channel to drive it, in keeping with the passive design of the whole range.
Who it suits: anyone building a home theater or a music and movie system around Capello front speakers who wants a tonally consistent center.
Which Capello DV Should You Buy?
For a small or medium listening room
Choose the Capello 40 DV on its matching Gauder aluminum stands. It gives you the Gauder crossover and Double Vision refinement in a footprint that respects a smaller space.
For a medium to large room and full range music
Choose the Capello 80 DV for a floorstanding presentation with more weight and room filling output, no stands required.
For a large room and the most complete presentation in this line
Choose the Capello 100 DV, the model positioned above the 80 DV within the Capello range for the greatest scale and dynamic reach.
For a home theater or music and movie system
Pair your chosen Capello stereo speakers with the timbre matched Capello Center DV for a coherent front stage. Keep your pairings sensible within the line so the center matches the level of your main speakers.
A Note on Amplification and Setup
Because every Capello DV model is passive, the amplifier you choose is a real part of the result. Match the amplifier to the level of the speaker, from the stand mount up to the 100 DV floorstander, and remember the Capello 40 DV also needs its matching Gauder aluminum stands. Room size, placement and your source all play a role in getting these speakers to sing.
Talk to AEA
All Elite Audio is an authorized Gauder Akustik dealer with a showroom in Timonium, Maryland. Demo units rotate, so if you would like to hear the Capello DV line or plan a system, please reach out to us. We are glad to help you match the right amplifier and room to these speakers and choose the model that fits your space.