The Vanatoo Transparent One line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 2 models, from the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore to the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore Plus. Ratings run from 3.9/5 to 4.3/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
Transparent One Encore to Transparent One Encore Plus
The Vanatoo Transparent One Encore Plus replaced the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore. It rates higher, 4.3/5 against 3.9/5.
| Spec | Transparent One Encore | Transparent One Encore Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 5.25” aluminum cone woofer, 5.25” passive radiator (rear), 1” aluminum dome tweeter | 5.25” aluminum-cone woofer with XBL motor, 5.25” passive radiator (rear), 1” aluminum dome tweeter with waveguide and phase plug |
| Amplifier Power | 240W (2x 100W woofer + 2x 20W tweeter) | 240W total (100W + 20W Class D amplifiers per enclosure) |
| Weight | 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) | 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) (passive unit), 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) (active unit) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Vanatoo Transparent One are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the Vanatoo Transparent One, from the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore to the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore Plus.
What replaced the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore?
The Vanatoo Transparent One Encore Plus replaced the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore. It is rated 4.3/5, against 3.9/5 for the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore.