The Ascend Acoustics Sierra Horizon ranks #13 out of 71 total Center Channel Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Ascend Acoustics
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#13 Ascend Acoustics Sierra Horizon: $1,490 each Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Ascend Acoustics Sierra Horizon V2, ranked higher, estimated 4.3/5.
Pros: Ascend’s original Horizon center uses the same drivers and internal volume as its Sierra Tower, with a RAAL ribbon tweeter in a laminated bamboo cabinet. Audio Science Review measured very low on-axis deviation (0.20), consistent directivity (2.69dB directivity index deviation) and deep bass for a center, 63.0Hz (-3dB) and about 37Hz (-10dB), for a preference score of 5.24 that reaches 7.44 with an ideal subwoofer. Measured bass extension of 63.0Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The ribbon’s horizontal coverage in this measurement is narrow (about ±20 degrees), and the listening window spans 3.1dB from 300Hz to 5kHz. Ascend now sells the revised Sierra Horizon V2. Discontinued.
Related speakers: Ascend Acoustics Sierra Horizon V2.
How it compares: Just above it: Infinity Reference RC263 - $990 cheaper. Just below it: Polk Audio XT35 - $1211 cheaper.
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 36.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 63.0Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 11”H x 23”W x 12.5”D (279 x 584 x 318 mm) |
| Drivers | RAAL ribbon tweeter, midrange and woofers shared with the Sierra Tower |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.24 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.44 |
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