The wave of innovative high-end audio components and loudspeakers from Eastern Europe continues to get larger with the new Pylon Audio Jasper Active Loudspeakers. Based in Poland, Pylon Audio makes high-end speakers for serious listeners and we are rather enamored with the floating design and beautiful woodwork.
To broaden its customer base, Pylon Audio is expanding its product offerings by adding active speaker variants to its Jasper Series. The active variants have all of the speaker elements and performance of their current passive versions but instead of traditional speaker connectivity, the active versions incorporate built-in amplification, and wireless connectivity that includes WiSA technology.
The version of WiSA technology that the Jasper Active Series incorporates is WiSA HT. This supports up to eight channels of HD audio and transmits and receives uncompressed 24-bit 48/96kHz sound over its wireless network, with no perceivable latency.
The WiSA HT Interoperability Certification means the Jasper active speakers can work together seamlessly with other brands of WiSA-certified speakers and hubs.
The Pylon Audio speaker models included in the Jasper active line are the 25 mkII and 23 active floorstanding speakers and Monitor 18 standmount/compact active speakers.
Pylon Audio Stereo Hub
As stated above, the speakers in the Jasper Active series use WiSA – a widely recognized wireless standard in the audio industry that provides lossless sound transmission.
As part of WiSA implementation, the Jasper active line can connect with other WiSA speakers via a provided Stereo Hub.
Audio devices (such as CD players, DACs, TVs, etc) connect to the hub in a traditional wired fashion. The Hub can also receive audio signals from wireless Bluetooth sources. In addition to Bluetooth, the HUB is also Wi-Fi enabled.
As the central receiving point for audio sources, the Hub then transmits the audio it receives wirelessly to the Jasper wireless active speakers using WiSA technology. The rear panel of each Jasper active series speaker includes a panel that indicates its position in your setup and if the speaker has successfully paired to the Hub for its assigned position.
Tip: In addition to the WiSA connectivity between the Stereo Sub and the Jasper Active Speakers, each Jasper active speaker model also incorporates a wired analog XLR input should that be desired or needed.
For ease of setup and use, the Hub is controllable via a Pylon Audio app for iOS and Android.
Wireless Connectivity
- Built-in WiSA HT transmitter
- Google Chromecast
- Apple Airplay 2
- Spotify Connect
- Roon Ready
- Bluetooth 5.0
- DLNA
- UPnP
Wired Connectivity
- 1 x HDMI (ARC)
- 3 x Digital Optical inputs, 1 x Coax S/P-DIF input
- 1 x Analog minijack input
- 1 x Analog RCA input
- 1 USB-B connection
- 1 AC power receptacle
Tip: Although the speakers communicate with the Hub wirelessly for audio, the speakers still need to be plugged into AC power because they incorporate their own amplifiers.
- Dimensions (WHD): 40.1 x 170 x 100 mm (1.58 x 6.7 x 4 inches)
- Power Supply: DC 5V 2A
- Power consumption: 7 Watts
Now that you have some info about the Stereo Hub, here is a closer look at the Pylon Audio WiSA-enabled Active Speakers.
Pylon Audio Model Jasper 25 mkII Active Jasper 23 Active Jasper Monitor 18 Active Description Powered Floorstanding Powered Floorstanding Powered Compact/Standmount WiSA Receiver Yes Yes Yes Wired Connect Option Analog XLR Analog XLR Analog XLR Speaker Type 2-Way Bass Reflex 2-Way Bass Reflex 2-Way Bass Reflex Woofer 2 x 18cm Scan-Speak Model 8531G00 2 x 15cm Scan-Speak Model 8531K00 Mid-Woofer 1 x 18cm Scan-Speak Model 4531G01 Tweeter 1 x 26mm Scan-Speak Model D2608-913000 1 x 26mm Scan-Speak Model D2608-913000 1 x 26mm Scan-Speak Model D2608-913000 DSP Upgradable Yes Yes Yes Amplifier Type Class D Class D Class D Power Output (max) 450 Watts 450 Watts 300 Watts Grill Included Yes Yes Yes Spikes and Stand Yes Yes Yes Power Supply Voltage 100-240 V 100-240 V 100-240 V Dimensions (WHD each speaker) 200 x 1066 x 413 mm(8 x 42 x 16.3 inches) 166 x 992 x 401 mm(6.54 x 39 x 15.8 inches) 200 x 430 x 413 mm(8 x 17 x 16.26 inches) Weight (per speaker) 31 kg (68.3 lbs) 26 kg (57.3 lbs) 16 kg (35.25 lbs)
Tip: All of the speakers in the Pylon Audio Jasper Active Series are available in Natural Veneer, American Walnut, Hedan Morrocco, Lacquer Matt White/Black, and Lacquer High Gloss White Black. RAL color finishes are also available by special order.
Availability and Pricing
The Pylon Audio Jasper Active Series speakers are priced as follows depending on the finish variant:
- Jasper 23 active: €7,500/pair
- Jasper 25 mkII active: €7,800/pair
- Jasper Monitor 18 active: €4,730/pair
- Stereo Hub: €750 each
Tip: For those ordering from the US or Canada, contact Pylon Audio directly for pricing and shipping information. Otherwise check for the nearest authorized dealer.
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April 27, 2023 at 9:52 pm
Greetings all ’round…
…When desiring to create something of simple yet lasting (i.e., classic) beauty, it is not so much a matter of putting your mind to it but rather, putting your heart and soul behind that desire.
These speakers speak to the heart and soul in the manner that their makers gave of theirs. Freely.
Thank you for this all too brief look at them. I look forward to more.
ORT