2Ci vs Bowers & Wilkins 683
The 683's impedance is 8Ω against the 2Ci's 7Ω, its sensitivity 90 dB against 88 dB, and its high-frequency extension 22 kHz against 20 kHz. Both share ways (3).
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LoudspeakersFloorstanding SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$899
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 2Ci
The Vandersteen Model 2Ci is a passive, three-way floorstanding loudspeaker produced from 1989 to 1991. Its driver complement comprises 10-inch and 8-inch cone woofers, a 4.5-inch cone midrange, and a 0.75-inch metal-dome tweeter. The 10-inch driver functions as an acoustic coupler in the shared woofer enclosure. The 2Ci was an update to the Model 2C, with changes including a revised midrange driver, improved internal cabinet bracing, and more transparent crossover components. It was superseded by the Model 2Ce.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 88 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 7Ω
- Frequency Response
- 28 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 160W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 40W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 160W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 10"
- Driver Count
- 4
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
- Crossover Frequency
- 600 Hz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 406.4 × 927.1 × 260.35 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 26.31 kg (58 lbs)
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 88 dB
Impedance: 7Ω
Frequency: 28-20125 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions