{"product_id":"simco-v12","title":"Simco V12","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe latest speaker to join the Simco Audio family.. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroducing the \u003c\/span\u003eSimco V12 \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e—\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-efficiency horn-loaded two-way, designed by Shakuto Audio, where studio precision meets live energy. The carefully tuned 12\" woofer reaches with authority from 36 Hz, while the solid-wood horn delivers natural attack, articulate mids, and effortless scale. 96 dB sensitivity (1 W\/1 m), 36–20 kHz response, 8 Ω. Hand-built from Baltic birch with top-tier components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid-century inspired—minimalism, brutalism, honest materials.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVitalic-12 is a modern, high-efficiency 2-way that delivers horn dynamics without the room-overrun. A fast 12-inch woofer hands off to a precision waveguide for effortless scale, impact, and low listening fatigue—at everyday volumes and well beyond. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it feels alive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh efficiency, low compression. Big, unforced dynamics and microdetail at low volume; clean headroom when you push it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeamless hand-off. Crossover is tuned by measurement and ear for a relaxed, coherent midband—voices sit forward, never sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal bass, compact footprint. A tuned enclosure gives agile, tuneful low end—music, not boom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonolithic Wooden Horn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it is:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA horn carved from a large, solid billet of Baltic birch plywood. The mass and stiffness provide an exceptionally stable acoustic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusical properties \u0026amp; advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal coloration. Dense wood damps parasitic vibration—cleaner mids, natural tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater intelligibility. Attacks and decays resolve without glassiness; more micro-detail at low levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoundstage \u0026amp; focus. Tighter localization; stage width and depth remain stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow listening fatigue. No spiky resonances or ringing—easy to listen for hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamics with control. The structure doesn’t “breathe”: drums hit hard and bass stays tight, even on peaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll hear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter-locked vocals with body and air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrum transients that start\/stop on a dime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass\/strings with bite and shimmer, minus the glare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA wide, stable stage that stays intact off-axis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-machined, solid-birch horn block bonded into the cabinet (maximum rigidity, minimal resonance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e≈96 dB sensitivity for vivid dynamics with modest power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12″ pro woofer: carbon-fiber–impregnated paper cone and cloth surround.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorn-loaded HF in a custom waveguide for control and dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-built Baltic birch cabinet; internal bracing; low-diffraction edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium crossover parts; robust binding posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Active Vitalic-12 with integrated DSP\/amps (plug-and-play, preset voicings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes \u0026amp; Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabinet: Baltic birch — raw\/natural ply (clear or matte oil) or custom real-wood veneer (Walnut, Oak, bespoke)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaffle: Black silk or full Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Passive or Active; matching plinths available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour system, your way\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive or Active. Run Vitalic-12 with your favorite amp, or choose the integrated DSP\/amp option for true plug-and-play (preset voicings and room-friendly trims).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier-friendly. High sensitivity works beautifully with quality tubes or low-to-medium-power solid-state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooms: excels in small-to-medium spaces; scales with placement in larger rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 171px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003e2-way; horn-loaded HF; front-ported cabinet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 38px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity (passive)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 38px;\"\u003e~96 dB (1W\/1 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response (system)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003e36 Hz–20 kHz; target ±3 dB through the midband \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLF driver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003e12″ carbon-fiber-impregnated paper cone, cloth surround \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHF driver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003eCompression driver in solid-birch machined waveguide \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003eTime-aligned acoustic targets \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal impedance \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003e8 Ω (passive version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.253609%; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\/Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.518621%; height: 19px;\"\u003e30.7”x15.6”x17.5” \/ 100lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a pair. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpeakers are custom-built to order to ensure the highest level of quality. 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