Advent Calypso Bookshelf/Indoor-Outdoor Speakers – Versatile
$145.00
Wedge-shaped high-impact ABS cabinets with metal grilles, built as indoor/outdoor speakers: a 5.25-inch polypropylene woofer and a 0.5-inch ferrofluid-cooled polycarbonate dome, 55 Hz to 20 kHz at 90 dB into 8 ohms. Gold-plated 5-way posts, 6 lbs each, and the wedge shape lets them sit into a corner. Sweep-tested; very good cosmetic condition.
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Advent Calypso Bookshelf/Indoor-Outdoor Speakers – Versatile, Tested, Very Good Condition
Discover the surprising versatility and punchy performance of the Advent Calypso speakers. Designed by one of the classic names in American audio, these compact, wedge-shaped monitors are engineered to perform anywhere—from your office bookshelf to your covered patio. Featuring a robust polypropylene woofer and a crisp ferrofluid-cooled tweeter, the Calypso delivers clear, dynamic sound in a durable package that punches well above its weight. Thoroughly tested and in very good cosmetic condition, they are ready for music duty wherever you need them.
Compact Design, Big Sound
The Calypso features a distinctive wedge-shaped cabinet that isn’t just for looks; it minimizes internal standing waves for clearer sound and allows for easy corner mounting. Despite their small footprint, they produce a surprisingly wide soundstage with punchy bass down to 55Hz. The 5.25-inch polypropylene woofer is built for durability and accurate midrange, while the 0.5-inch polycarbonate dome tweeter delivers detailed highs without harshness. Whether used for near-field listening at a desk or filling a garage with tunes, they offer the classic, balanced character Advent is known for.
Versatile “Go-Anywhere” Capability
Originally designed as “Indoor/Outdoor” speakers, the Calypsos are built tough. Their durable ABS cabinets and metal grilles make them perfect for high-traffic areas, workshops, or semi-exposed outdoor spaces (under eaves). Indoors, they disappear on shelves or mount discreetly in corners, making them an excellent choice for surround channels or secondary zones.
Specifications:
Design: 2-Way Acoustic Suspension
Woofer: 5.25″ (133mm) Polypropylene Cone
Tweeter: 0.5″ (13mm) Ferrofluid-Cooled Polycarbonate Dome
Power Handling: 60 Watts RMS / 125 Watts Peak
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency Response: 55Hz – 20kHz
Sensitivity: 90dB
Terminals: 5-Way Gold-Plated Binding Posts
Cabinet: High-Impact ABS (Black)
Dimensions: 279 x 165 x 152 mm (11″ H x 6.5″ W x 6″ D)
Weight: approx. 2.7 kg (6 lbs) each
Condition:
This pair is in very good cosmetic condition with minimal signs of wear. The durable cabinets are clean, and the metal grilles are dent-free.
Functionally Tested: Both speakers have been sweep-tested and confirmed to play cleanly with no distortion.
Summary:
The Advent Calypso proves you don’t need big boxes to get enjoyable sound. Rugged, reliable, and surprisingly musical, they are the “Swiss Army Knife” of speakers—perfect for the garage, the office, or the patio. If you need a compact speaker that can take a little life while delivering quality audio, the Calypso is the answer.
Purchase with Confidence
Includes Radique Audio “Bumper to Bumper” Warranty
Perpetual Trade-Back Policy—upgrade or swap with peace of mind
Classic Advent versatility—tested, very good condition, ready to play; asking $145.
| Weight | 14 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18 × 10.5 × 15 in |
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