GOLD NOTE A3 EVO II Standmount Loudspeakers User Manual

: June 3, 2024
: GOLD NOTE

GOLD NOTE A3 EVO II Standmount Loudspeakers User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing one of our units and welcome into the Gold Note world, where we turn High-End audio and music into a new experience.

Maurizio Aterini,
founder of Gold Note

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONS

PLEASE NOTE

Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
Protect the product from rain, humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and electronic motors etc. The power cord supplied must be used only on this unit.
Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit.

GENERIC INFORMATION

Read these instructions and store them.
Heed all warnings.
Follow the instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block the ventilation openings and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug: a polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.

If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way (such as when the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture) and in any case when the apparatus does not operate normally or has been dropped.

This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please record the model and serial number and retain them for your records.

MODEL

SERIAL NUMBER

CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts inside. Refer only to qualified Gold Note service personnel for service.
Safety Icons

WARNING!
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Safety Icons

Disposal

GOLD NOTE – Information on the correct management of waste from household Equipment pursuant to the European Directive 2012/19/EU

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol shown on the equipment or its packaging indicates that the product, at the end of its useful life, must be collected separately from other waste to allow its proper treatment and recycling. The user must therefore deliver, free of charge, the end-of-life equipment to the centres for the separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment, or return it to the dealer in accordance with the procedures established by the legislation.

The appropriate separate collection of discarded equipment allows for proper recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal, helping to avoid the possible dispersion of hazardous substances and negative effects on the environment and health, favoring the reuse and/or recycling of the materials of which the equipment is composed of. Illegal dumping of the product by the user involves the application of administrative sanction provided for by the legislation in force. We invite you consult the current legislation and the measures adopted by the public service operating in your country or territory.

PACKAGE CONTENT

2x A3 EVO II
2x LOUDSPEAKER GRILLES
1x USER MANUAL

A3 EVO II STAND PACKAGE CONTENT (optional)

8x M4x35mm SCREWS
8x M4x20mm SCREWS
8x SPIKE FEET
8x SHELF CAPS
1x ALLEN KEY
8x SPIKE PADS

INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES

The A3 EVO II is a two-way bookshelf speaker with rear bass reflex design featuring a 6” mid woofer and a 1.1” dome tweeter in silk. This compact but extremely powerful loudspeaker provides a naturally smooth sound, complemented by the distinctive beauty of the unique diamond design.

From the cabinet to the drivers, this speaker is entirely made in Italy by local suppliers and craftsmen to deliver the highest quality in terms of sound, design and materials.
The crossover is developed with audio grade components to match the unique characteristics of the drivers and deliver exceptionally powerful responses across the entire frequency spectrum, achieving a most natural and dynamic sound.

The drivers are supported by extra-rigid flanges in aluminum and the silk dome ensures ultra-clean high frequencies with a noteworthy extension thanks to its powerful magnet. A premium material such as aluminium is used to support the drivers and for the rear reflex port.

To increase the rigidity of the structure, the cabinet is made of hardened HDF and reinforced with beautiful side panels featuring our exclusive diamond design. Luxurious finishes are used for the cabinet and the side panels, a statement of true Italian craftsmanship.

The A3 EVO II is a perfect companion for our electronics, especially when paired with the DS-10 Plus Streaming DAC and the PA-10 power amplifier – a contemporary High-End system that’s compact in size but delivers unbeatable audio quality. And if you love vinyl, simply add a turntable like Pianosa and the PH-10 phono stage.

The A3 EVO II combines elegance, performance and audio pleasure in unconventional ways to satisfy even the most demanding audiophiles.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAIN FEATURES

2-way design with rear bass reflex port
Frequency response: 45-20000Hz ±3dB
Sensitivity: 87dB SPL 2,83V/1m
Nominal Impedance: 6Ω
Tweeter: 1.1” dome driver
Mid-woofer: 6” cone driver
Suggested power amplifier: min. 10W
Max power handling: 100W RMS
Crossover: 2000Hz at 12dB/Oct.
Connectors: Gold Note gold plated nickel-free

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Dimensions: 250mm W x 355mm H x 325mm D
Weight:
Kg. 20/pr. net
Kg. 25/pr. boxed

UPGRADE
Dedicated stand

KEY FEATURES

6” cone mid-woofer
1.1” silk dome tweeter
Aluminium rear bass reflex port

ASSEMBLING THE STAND

STEP 1
Place the column vertically on a soft cloth. Turn the base upside down and place itover the topside of the column aligning the central holes on the base with those on thecolumn. Insert the M4x35 screws into the four central holes and firmly tighten them tojoin the base to the column.

STEP 2
Insert the spike feet into the four holes on the base as shown into picture 2, tighten them firmly to lock them in place.
Assembly instruction

STEP 3
Turn the assembly upside down to place the base on the ground ensuring the spike feet sit on the spike pads to prevent damages to the floor. Place the shelf on the column, the Gold Note logo should be facing upwards and marks the front-facing side of the stand. Insert the M4x20 screws into the four holes and firmly tighten them to join the shelf to the column.

STEP 4
Use the shelf caps to cover the head of thescrews.

IMPORTANT
Please pay attention to the screws and ensure you are using the correct type for each step\
Assembly instruction

CONNECTING THE LOUDSPEAKERS

EXAMPLE CONNECTION

Connection instruction

POSITIONING THE LOUDSPEAKERS

The dimensions of your listening room don’t have as much of an effect on the audio quality as the position of the loudspeakers so we recommend to place them carefully. The better the positioning, the better the focus and the sound stage will be.

Managing reflective surfaces is a key factor to get the best out of your loudspeakers, especially because the sound waves carry enough energy to bounce off surfaces twice, affecting the sound performance of thesystem greatly.

Depending on the size of the room and the materials, the first reflection can create a 25m/s delay disturbing the sound.
Reflections creating delays between 40 and 80m/s are less important as they contribute to creating the so called ambience. Therefore it is very important to mitigate reflections resulting in 25m/s delays.

We recommend to place the loudspeakers as far as possible from the side walls and to cover the floor area in front of them with carpets if possible. Ensuring the loud speakers are located at the same distance from the walls to the sides as the one at the back (symmetrical layout) can be highly beneficial.

WALL MATERIAL
Thick walls provide good control over the bass extension as well as acoustic insulation.
Dry and thin walls can vibrate, therefore they are usually to be avoided or treated accordingly.

CEILING
High ceilings tend to offer better results, with an ideal constant height of 2,50m to 3,60m.Vaulted ceilings can be difficult to deal with as they act as a magnifier lens for specificfrequencies.

If the ceiling is not flat but at an angle, we recommend to position the loudspeakers closer to the side where the ceiling is lower while the listening point should be where the ceiling is higher.

FLOOR
Marble and hard-stone floors are difficult to manage due to the reflections they create.Carpeted floors can also prove difficult because of how they absorb the sound waves. Wooden floors tend to perform well in most cases.

In any case, floors can be easily treated with a 2/4cm thick carpet placed in front of the loudspeakers.

SIDE WALLS
You should avoid naked side walls around the system as well as hanging carpets. Hanging objects, such as framed pictures and paintings, are usually okay if they come without glass protections and are located symmetrically on both sides of the loudspeakers. Treating the walls with wall sound traps and diffusers tends to give the best results.

REAR WALL
The rear wall is generally to be treated as the side walls, taking measures to facilitate sound diffraction using sound traps or diffusors (such as a bookshelves, bookcases and record racks).

OPPOSITE WALL
If your listening room is small in size and the system is too close to the opposite wall, it’sworth considering treating the wall with thick curtains or other diffusors.

WINDOWS AND DOORS
Windows and doors will most likely produce vibrations when the music is playing. It’s best to avoid rooms with windows, doors and other glass surfaces in corners or at the center of the side walls. If that’s not possible, treatment should be applied to prevent overwhelming reflections. If using curtains, it’s recommended to opt for lighter materials to allow some of the sound waves to travel through it and bounce off the surface.

FURNITURE
Avoid furniture with large quantity of glass and/or doors and drawers. Open shelf furniture usually work quite well. If possible, avoid placing racks and flat surfaces between the loudspeakers and the listening point as they might reflect heavily the high and mid frequencies.

AUDIO RACKS
Audio racks are greatly influenced by their design and the material used so, depending on these factors, it might be best to place them between the loudspeakers or to the side of the system. The Gold Note Galileo rack features a special curved design to effectively diffracting the sound waves and can therefore be placed between the loudspeakers.

SUBWOOFER
Subwoofers generate sound waves that behave similarly to the waves created by the loudspeakers so they should be placed keeping in mind the principles listed here.

LOUDSPEAKERS SETUP

If possible, try to follow these rules to place the loudspeakers in their initial setup. From here, you can then perform listening tests to fine tune the position of each loudspeaker and improve the focus and soundstage perceived from the listening point.

The distance between the loudspeakers and the listening point should be approximately the same as shown in the picture below. In the same way, the distance between each loudspeaker and the closer side wall should be approximately the same as the distance between them and the back wall.

If this is not possible, then it’s crucially important to adjust the position and angle of the loudspeaker to find the preferred balance between a wide soundstage and focused sharp details.
Loudspeaker Setup

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

PRODUCT REGISTRATION
We recommend to register the unit on our internet website within 15 days from thepur chase at
www.goldnote.it/product-registration
If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser home address the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused.
Please note that the warranty does not cover in any case: Tubes, Phono Cartridge Stylus and Batteries.

http://www.goldnote.it/product-registration

WARNING
Gold Note products should only be opened, serviced and inspected by certified Gold Note technicians and dealers. Work performed by unqualified personnel may cause serious damage or personal injury. Opening of the product by non- authorised personnel will void the guarantee.
In this case, contact your dealer to be advised on how the fault can be solved. Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the distributor without being authorised to do so.

WARRANTY

All Gold Note products come with a warranty against defective materials and workmanship.
Any service and inspection must be carried out by a Gold Note dealer or distributor so in case you need any assistance with this product, please contact the seller.
If you experience any problems locating your official Gold Note dealer or distributor, please check our website or contact [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE
Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary at any time and without notice.
If you have any questions contact us at:
[email protected]

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	CAUSE	SOLUTION
The loudspeakers make a humming noise.

The loudspeakers are not correctly grounded.

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Check that the system and the rest of the room is grounded correctly.
The interconnect input and/or output cables are not shielded.

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Always use shielded cables.

The music is out of phase.|

The speaker terminals (negative/positive poles) are inverted on the amp or on the speaker.

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Switch completely off the amplifier, then connect the speaker cables correctly

One or more drivers are not working.|

The bridges are not well connected to the speaker terminals (binding posts).

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Check that the bridges are well connected.

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The speaker cables are not well connected to the speaker.

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Check that the cables are well connected.

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The amplifier or the sources are not working correctly

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Check that all the components of the system are working and correctly wired.

CLEANING THE UNIT

With EXTREME care use ONLY water or detergents for delicate surfaces with a very soft cloth to sweep dust and remove stains.
Any acid or not extremely soft cloth will irreversibly damage the unit. Do not use alcohol.

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