{"product_id":"o-audio-verdande-floorstanding-speakers","title":"Ø Audio Verdande Floorstanding Speakers","description":"\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eHorn loaded floorstanding loudspeaker, sold as a pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e94 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e26 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eHorn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eQuad Vertex Sound Field, constant directivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eHorn Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e3.4 inch carbon fiber diaphragm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eWoofer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e15 inch ultra linear long stroke extended range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eAlignment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003eBass reflex, bottom ported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e220.5 lbs each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 14px 6px 0;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;white-space:nowrap\"\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0\"\u003e45.3 in x 19.7 in x 23.4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eIn the USA, Ø Audio provides a 5 year parts and labor warranty on the Verdande for the original owner. Sold as an authorized dealer by All Elite Audio. Contact us to register your speakers and with any service questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:6px 12px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:700\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of Ø Audio Verdande floorstanding loudspeakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished stainless steel feet with tungsten ball decoupling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation and setup guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:700;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/o-audio-verdande-floorstanding-speakers-a-complete-buying-guide\"\u003eRead the full guide to the Ø Audio Verdande\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-to-guides\/o-audio-loudspeaker-buying-guide-frigg-o2-vs-icon-12-vs-verdande-vs-ymir\"\u003eCompare the Ø Audio loudspeaker range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ø Audio Verdande is a true two way reference loudspeaker built around the maker's Quad Vertex SoundField horn and a 15 inch ultra linear woofer. Handcrafted in Drammen, Norway, it takes the ideas behind the award winning Icon, scales them up, and pushes dynamic performance to a new level. The result is a horn loaded floorstander that delivers monumental scale, low distortion highs, and composed bass down to 26 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 94 dB sensitivity and a stable 8 ohm load, the Verdande is a highly efficient design that rewards amplifier quality over raw wattage. This makes it a superb partner for lower power tube and Class A designs as well as high current solid state, giving you real flexibility in how you build the system. The Quad Vertex SoundField horn provides constant directivity and an even sound character across its working range, so tonal balance holds whether you listen at moderate levels or full concert volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery element is engineered to serve the drivers, from the resonance free braced enclosure to the polished stainless steel feet decoupled with tungsten balls. As an authorized Ø Audio dealer, All Elite Audio can help you audition the Verdande and dial in placement and amplification for your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad Vertex SoundField Horn.\u003c\/strong\u003e The newly developed horn profile is engineered for very even dispersion and low coloration, holding a consistent sound character across the entire working area of the horn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Distortion Highs Without the Horn Sound.\u003c\/strong\u003e Coupled to the Quad Vertex horn, the 3.4 inch carbon fiber diaphragm tweeter delivers detailed, dynamic high frequencies that stay smooth and unchanging in character at any listening level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 Inch Ultra Linear Woofer.\u003c\/strong\u003e A long stroke, extended range 15 inch woofer anchors the system, reaching down to 26 Hz with control and headroom that keeps the presentation composed as levels climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Sensitivity Design.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 94 dB sensitivity and a steady 8 ohm load, the Verdande is easy to drive and pairs happily with lower power tube, Class A, and high current solid state amplifiers alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResonance Free Enclosure.\u003c\/strong\u003e The strategically damped and braced cabinet is built to be the best possible housing for the drivers, acoustically and mechanically, so the sound comes from the drivers and not the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose Built Crossover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with modern measurement and simulation plus long listening sessions, the crossover uses high quality parts throughout and is voiced for real rooms rather than lab conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoupled Stainless Steel Feet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The polished stainless steel feet use a lower section mechanically decoupled with tungsten balls, countering vibration to and from the floor and isolating the cabinet from the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the Verdande Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/klipsch-jubilee\"\u003eKlipsch Jubilee Heritage\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnother horn loaded high efficiency floorstander for listeners who love big dynamics and low power amplifier flexibility. The Jubilee leans into a distinctly American Heritage voice, while the Verdande offers a Norwegian two way take on horn loading with its Quad Vertex SoundField approach. Choose based on which presentation and cabinet aesthetic speaks to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/marten-parker-quintet\"\u003eMarten Parker Quintet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA larger multi driver floorstander for those who prefer a ceramic and diamond driver house sound with deep extension. The Verdande takes the horn loaded two way route for a more direct, high sensitivity presentation. It comes down to whether you favor a driver array tower or a horn based design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/marten-parker-trio-diamond\"\u003eMarten Parker Trio Diamond\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Trio Diamond delivers refined diamond tweeter detail and a slim floorstanding footprint. The Verdande instead trades on horn efficiency and a 15 inch woofer for scale and ease of drive. Both are reference class; the choice hinges on your amplifier plans and preferred tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spendor-classic-200ti\"\u003eSpendor Classic 200Ti Three Way Floorstanding Loudspeaker\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA three way classic BBC lineage floorstander with a warm, natural voicing many find endlessly listenable. The Verdande offers a more dynamic, horn driven presentation with higher sensitivity. Consider your room, amplifier, and whether you prefer classic British voicing or horn scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/o-audio-ymir-floorstanding-speakers\"\u003eØ Audio Ymir\u003c\/a\u003e (next step up)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep up to the flagship Ymir, which shares 94 dB sensitivity while adding a carbon fiber sandwich cone woofer and extended treble reach to 23 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:1.15em;font-weight:800;margin:18px 0 4px\"\u003eØ Audio Verdande vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/o-audio-icon-12-floorstanding-speakers\"\u003eØ Audio Icon 12\u003c\/a\u003e (next step down)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep down to the Icon 12 for the same horn loaded approach with a 12 inch woofer and 92 dB sensitivity in a smaller cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Amplifiers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 94 dB sensitivity and a stable 8 ohm load, the Verdande is all about amplifier quality rather than raw watts. It shines with refined Class A and high current solid state designs, and its easy load also welcomes lower power approaches. Here are pairings we like from our shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/accuphase-a-48s\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuphase A-48S Class-A Stereo Power Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Pure Class A refinement is a natural match for the Verdande's high sensitivity, delivering silky highs through the horn and firm grip on the 15 inch woofer without needing enormous power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/accuphase-a-80\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuphase A-80 Class-A Stereo Power Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: A flagship Class A statement for listeners who want the ultimate in tonal purity and control. The Verdande's efficiency lets every watt of this amplifier count toward finesse and dynamic ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/luxman-m-10x-power-amplifier\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxman M-10X Power Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: Luxman's reference power amplifier brings effortless dynamics and a smooth, musical character that complements the horn's low distortion presentation beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/accuphase-e-800s\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuphase E-800S Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: A Class A integrated that keeps the system simple while providing the tonal richness and control the Verdande deserves. An elegant one box solution for a reference room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/luxman-l-509z-integrated-amplifier\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxman L-509Z Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: A powerful integrated with refined voicing and a robust output stage. Its ease and detail suit the Verdande's revealing horn, giving you flexibility in a single chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of speaker is the Ø Audio Verdande?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a horn loaded, two way reference floorstanding loudspeaker sold as a pair, built around the Quad Vertex SoundField horn and a 15 inch woofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Ø Audio pronounced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eØ Audio is pronounced Urr. The company is a high end loudspeaker maker based in Drammen, Norway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the sensitivity of the Verdande?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Verdande is rated at 94 dB sensitivity, which makes it a highly efficient design that is easy to drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the frequency response?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Verdande reaches from 26 Hz to 20 kHz, giving deep bass extension along with detailed high frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the impedance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt presents a stable 8 ohm load, which is a friendly match for a wide range of amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat amplifiers pair well with the Verdande?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause of its high sensitivity, the Verdande favors amplifier quality over raw power. It pairs beautifully with lower power tube and Class A designs as well as high current solid state. See our recommended amplifiers above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a lot of power to drive these?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. At 94 dB and 8 ohms, the Verdande does not require high wattage. Focus on a high quality amplifier such as a good Class A or refined solid state design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Quad Vertex SoundField horn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is Ø Audio's newly developed constant directivity horn profile, engineered for very even dispersion and low coloration so the sound character stays consistent across the horn's working area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Verdande have a typical horn sound?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The tweeter and horn are engineered to deliver dynamic, detailed highs with extremely low distortion, staying smooth and never harsh whether you listen at moderate or concert levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat woofer does the Verdande use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 15 inch ultra linear, long stroke, extended range woofer that reaches down to 26 Hz with control and dynamic headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cabinet alignment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Verdande uses a bass reflex alignment that is bottom ported.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does each speaker weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Verdande weighs 220.5 pounds, so plan for careful placement and installation. Sold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach speaker measures 45.3 inches high by 19.7 inches wide by 23.4 inches deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the tweeter diaphragm made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe horn driver uses a 3.4 inch carbon fiber diaphragm coupled to the Quad Vertex SoundField horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the feet do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe polished stainless steel feet have a lower section mechanically decoupled with tungsten balls, which counters vibration to and from the floor and isolates the cabinet from the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the Verdande sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Verdande is sold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Verdande compare to the Klipsch Jubilee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are horn loaded, high efficiency floorstanders. The Jubilee has a distinctly American Heritage voice, while the Verdande offers a Norwegian two way horn design with its Quad Vertex SoundField approach. The best choice depends on your preferred presentation and aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Verdande compare to Marten floorstanders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarten models like the Parker Quintet and Trio Diamond use ceramic and diamond driver arrays for a refined tower presentation, while the Verdande takes the horn loaded route for high sensitivity and scale. It comes down to your amplifier plans and preferred character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the Verdande work in a large room?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. With a 15 inch woofer, monumental dynamic capability, and extension to 26 Hz, the Verdande is well suited to larger rooms while its constant directivity horn helps maintain even response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy from All Elite Audio?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll Elite Audio is an authorized Ø Audio dealer in Maryland. We offer genuine factory backed product, expert guidance on amplifier pairing and room setup, and the chance to audition the Verdande so you can hear it before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ø Audio","offers":[{"title":"Piano Walnut","offer_id":45994480762933,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Piano Black","offer_id":45994480795701,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1704\/1461\/files\/o-audio-8236763185205-2.jpg?v=1789228839","url":"https:\/\/alleliteaudio.com\/products\/o-audio-verdande-floorstanding-speakers","provider":"All Elite Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}