Energy Take 5.2 HB-1 Compact Center Channel Speaker
Price range: $95.00 through $150.00
A 1-inch multi-laminated aluminium dome on a neodymium magnet between twin 3.5-inch long-throw woofers with injection-moulded homopolymer and aluminium cones, crossing at 2.2 kHz. Dual front ports at the outer edges take it down to 80 Hz from a cabinet 11 inches wide and 4 tall. 89 dB in room, 8 ohms, 15 to 100 watts. Canadian-made; good condition, thoroughly tested.
Energy Take 5.2 HB-1 Compact Center Channel Speaker – Good Condition, Canadian-Made Quality
Experience clear, natural dialogue and effects with the Energy Take 5.2 HB-1 center channel speaker—part of Energy’s acclaimed Take 5.2 system from this respected Canadian manufacturer. In good condition and thoroughly tested, this compact center speaker delivers impressive performance that belies its modest size.
The HB-1 (Take 1.2) features Energy’s signature design with a 1″ multi-laminated aluminum dome tweeter with neodymium magnet, flanked by twin 3½” long-throw woofers with injection-molded homopolymer and aluminum cones. The bass reflex design incorporates dual front-firing ports positioned at the outer edges, allowing flexible placement while extending bass response down to 80Hz—remarkable for such a compact speaker.
Built with quality MDF construction and finished in high-gloss black, this magnetically shielded speaker can be placed near video equipment without interference. The dual 5-way binding posts ensure secure connections and superior performance compared to spring-clip terminals found on many budget center speakers.
Key Features:
Made in Canada by Energy Speaker Systems
Horizontally oriented design ideal for center channel placement
1″ aluminum dome tweeter with neodymium magnet for clear highs
Twin 3½” woofers with aluminum cones for dynamic midrange
Dual front-firing ports for extended bass response
Magnetic shielding for placement near TVs and electronics
High-gloss black MDF cabinet construction
Quality 5-way binding posts for secure connections
Specifications:
Frequency Response: 80Hz–20kHz (±3dB)
Sensitivity: 89dB (room), 86dB (anechoic)
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Power Handling: 15–100W RMS
Crossover Frequency: 2.2kHz
Dimensions: 11″ × 4″ × 6″ (W×H×D) (280 × 102 × 152mm)
Weight: 5.7 lbs (2.6kg)
This Energy Take 5.2 HB-1 center speaker offers exceptional dialogue clarity and dynamic range, making it perfect for home theater systems seeking quality Canadian engineering in a compact, attractive package.
2 Available. Asking $85 each, or buy both for just $150; buy with confidence and benefit from Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual trade back policy.
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