A large-format 3-way floorstander that pushes tantalum-diamond bass drivers and dynamic scale close to Raidho's flagship territory, for rooms that call for real physical presence.
Category
3-way Rear Ports
Type
Full Range Floorstander
Connection
Bi-Wire
Recommended Amplification
Minimum: 150 watts. Recommended: 400+ watts into 8 ohms
Recommended Room Size
35 - 130 m²
FINISHES
Black piano, Walnut burl veneer or any colour to order
Why it exists
Extreme performance for the price, expressed through compact dimensions, proprietary technology and Danish craftsmanship.
The TD4.8 takes the MTM concept of the TD4.2 and pushes it to a true full-range extreme, pairing six tantalum-diamond bass drivers and two matched midranges with an upgraded TD ribbon tweeter. The result is a huge, coherent soundstage that captures the atmosphere and intimacy of a recording as convincingly as its scale and impact. Mounted on large, adjustable feet with built-in decoupling, the cabinet is engineered to perform in almost any room, translating its striking looks into sound that is fast, coherent and authentic rather than merely powerful. Recognised as Hi-Fi+'s Cost-No-Object Speaker of the Year, TD4.8 exists for listeners who want full-range scale and world-class musical experiences without stepping up to Raidho's largest flagship models.
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The TD membrane combines five carefully engineered layers: an aluminium core, ceramic surfaces, tantalum and a final coating of artificial diamond. Each cone carries approximately 1.5 carats of diamond in a layer measuring only 10 microns.
five-layer cone · tantalum · 1.5-carat diamond coating
The tantalum-and-diamond structure is up to 50 times stiffer than a ceramic-only membrane. Resonances are reduced by 36 dB, while the first breakup mode is raised to 20 kHz, leaving the audible range exceptionally clean.
50× greater stiffness · 36 dB resonance reduction · 20 kHz breakup
An N52 neodymium magnet drives an underhung square-wire titanium voice coil with exceptional linearity. The turbine-shaped motor and open basket minimise reflections, while copper-coated pole pieces reduce inductance, delivering bass with speed, authority and precise timing.
n52 neodymium · underhung titanium coil · low inductance
Why it sounds different
The Raidho planar-magnetic tweeter brings together the best of two worlds: exceptional detail and resolution combined with a smooth, natural musicality. With virtually no distortion or coloration, nothing stands between you and the music.
planar magnetic · ultra-low mass · fast response
The redesigned construction increases sensitivity by three decibels, giving the tweeter greater freedom to follow the exceptional speed of the TD drivers. From the finest microdynamics to sudden musical peaks, the entire loudspeaker responds as one coherent voice.
+3 dB sensitivity · effortless dynamics · seamless integration
Already minimal distortion has been reduced by a further 35 dB in the TD design. Fine textures, harmonics and spatial information are revealed without hardness or exaggeration, creating exceptional resolution that remains natural.
35 dB lower distortion · high resolution · fatigue-free sound
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HIFI PLUS 2018
"One quick blast of the Raidho TD-4.8 and you'll know precisely what type of instrument is being played, almost to the point of knowing what kind of reed the musician prefers." That might seem like hyperbole, until you sit and listen to the TD-4.8 played well, and realise that detailed insight into the music is compelling and powerful. So powerful, in fact, you'll struggle to tear yourself away: "turning the track off was an act of musical barbarism. Pick an album, play track one, intending to listen to only that track. Five tracks later you are still mesmerised and reaching for the 'Stop' button is like disrespecting the music itself." Wow, just wow!"
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