New stereo pair of F & D: test models R223, R224, and SPS-630

The history of the brand F & D (Fenda) in our market is complex and confusing. Speakers of this manufacturer have appeared among the first in our market. First under other names (Sven, Genius, JetBalance, Gemix, D-Sparrow, etc.), and in the middle two thousandth came under the name F & D (Fenda). This brand is synonymous with high quality and low cost products that are not related to the higher price range, but definitely worth the money. Long time F & D engineers have focused on multi-channel, bypassing the classical stereo, making lineup seemed incomplete. Not long ago, the situation has been corrected, and now we will show you right away with three new stereo pairs.

F & D R223

This speaker system is one of the new developments of the company. Speakers are beautiful in appearance, have a high specification and given the very reasonable price have a huge chance of success. The set is sold in a cardboard box medium size, in which except for the acoustics can find the signal cable and user manual.

Model R223 is a classic stereo pair, which clearly outgrown cheap speakers, but stopped short to the size of a full bookshelf speakers. In fact, we face a kind of transition option for those who want to get good sound, but do not spend a significant amount of money and save space on the desktop.

Shells are made of MDF 8 mm. On the outside is decorated with PVC material that mimics wood. Among the colors, you can list just three options: beech, black and cherry. The front panel is made of black and more massive. The thickness of the material here has already reached 12 mm. To make the columns more attractive appearance sawn edge at different angles, which inadvertently creates associations with this Hi-Fi. Yet this treatment requires a significant investment from the manufacturer, so to see it in the public sector is somewhat unusual. Removing the intricate grilles can view the installed speakers. And here we will have another important benefit. The level of technical solutions presented dynamic head easily be attributed to a higher price range. Obviously, the high-domed transducers with fabric diffuser in acoustics for $ 36 can be found very rarely. Midrange size of about 10 cm also looks quite confident. Its cone is made of the pulp, rubber surround, and the magnetic system is completely shielded.

The controls are located on a small plastic insert one side of the speakers. This solution has recently become very popular, because, on the one hand, the regulators "do not intervene" in appearance, but on the other - are always in one of the most comfortable positions. A set of handles more than the standard: volume, treble and bass. Next to them, you can see only LED and headphone jack. Again, the location is optimal, so the problem is offset by the lack of cable length of some models of headphones.

System connects to the computer with a stereo input RCA. Speakers are connected to each other normal cable that is attached to a passive speaker. Its length is not too large, but the problems with the placement of the table does not arise, because the body can be easily spread to any sane distance.

Testing and listening experience

So, let's first take a look at the AFC. It is seen that out of the dynamics applied to the nominal level only at the frequency of 100 Hz, phase inverter with set somewhat lower, so in practice the boundary frequency of the sound shifts of up to 60 Hz. Unevenness in the baseband does not exceed ± 5 dB, for this price range can be considered a very good result.

Tone controls work satisfactory. He seamlessly delivers deep blockage or lifting the low and high range. By the way, with the help of the characteristic can be given an even more attractive.

Subjective impression of sound speaker extremely positive, especially given the cost. The only downside may be considered a tangible background, which explained the densest distribution of electronics and transformer inside a small enclosure. Otherwise, the sound can only be happy. Power of 16 watts per channel can easily articulate even medium-sized room, with the shades of compression increases critical, and become visible only at maximum volume. Bass, of course, a little short, but it is transparent. Mid range is characterized by cold color and excellent detail. High frequencies without any other overtones. In general, this speaker can easily be used to solve problems is any sound, be it music, games or movies. In the office, it would be redundant, but just right for the home.

F & D R224

Even the index models can guess that the R223 and R224 are in the lineup at the adjacent positions. So it is, in fact, are two identical speakers, differing only in appearance. Stereo R224 is sold in a small cardboard box with a similar set of delivery: columns, signal cable, manual.

Acoustic Enclosures are made of MDF, decorated with black vinyl film. The side panels are decorative plates with beveled corners. Such a move is more profitable for several parameters at once. First, the system looks more presentable. Second, the increased stiffness of the body, which helps to get rid of the hull resonance and rattle.

The speakers are located on the front panel, and is used to protect them from the black speaker mesh fabric. Head is a high-domed emitter with fabric diffuser. Midrange cone has a hard pulp and soft rubber surround. This configuration is within the class may be the most successful, since the materials are inexpensive, but they are able to provide a good level of sound.

The controls are located on the R224 at the front of the speaker. As always, we have a three standard knob to adjust the volume and frequency balance, as well as an outlet for everyday headphones.

Reflex port on the rear panel, so we do not recommend setting the acoustics against a wall. The signal from the computer is running on a standard stereo input, and each column of the connecting cables are long enough.

The internal device is not much to complain about. All done enough budget, but no significant disadvantages. Amp is simple, and to implement it used the classic circuit UTC 2030 (analog TDA2030).

Testing and listening experience

In response is clear. Speaker goes to the nominal level at a frequency of 100 Hz, the very same lower boundary shifts slightly with the reflex to 60 Hz. Mids are cut more than in the previous case, that the spread of parameters to explain themselves heads.

Tone control works correctly, providing the necessary blockages and downs.

Subjective listening experience do not differ from the results of R223, as both pairs of speakers provide almost identical sound. Small difference can be caught only at a very detailed study. Overall, the sound is bright and saturated. Revealing detailed mids and high clean. As before, the lack of bass impact, but given the size of the applied speaker is quite acceptable. Negative moment can be considered only the presence of background, which can be heard at close range in the pauses between tracks.

F & D SPS-630

The model comes with almost identical set of delivery. The cardboard box can find two speakers, signal cable, connecting cable, and instructions.

Unlike the two above models already on the chassis SPS-630 made no design frills and have the most that on is a classic, and "adult" appearance. Used for the manufacture of MDF panels with thickness up to 9 mm, which is larger than in the models R223 and R224. From the outside, they are covered with decorative film. Again, there are three different finishes: beech, black, and cherry.

For installation on a table below each case there are four rubber feet. The speakers are hidden behind a rectangular grid of black. In this case, using all the same dynamic head, as before. High Frequency with fabric dome diffuser, mid - with a tight paper cone and rubber surround. The only difference is just fixing scheme. If before the heads were separated by some distance, but now they are set to overlap. From the point of view of no benefit in this, it's just a little bit prettier.

From a technical point of view, the model SPS-630 is different from their counterparts more rare acoustic design, as instead of the standard bass reflex tube used as a slot port, aimed at the listener. This allows for a wider range of settings, and most importantly - completely get rid of the jet noise.

The controls are located on the side panel of the active speaker. Here you can still see the three standard handles and exactly the same switch. In order to enable the column, it is necessary to turn and not push.

Inside acoustics done well. Walls reinforced with additional pieces of wooden material. Used to power a small transformer W-shaped plates. The amplifier is made in two TDA2030A chips. In general, a proven classic.

Testing and listening experience

Consider the graph. Obviously, in this case, the area of ​​the bottom middle of several vypyachena compared with the rest of the range. General flatness is ± 6 dB. It is also noticeable slight misalignment of the two speakers on the levels, but in practice it is not so important.

Tone control works a little differently. So it can provide a huge dam just mids, but the low rise is insignificant.

Practical listening shows that the change of the classic reflex Slit affected the sound quite drastically. Bass has more, but the sound was a bit more blurred and less detailed. Especially for the low-frequency range. High is still very good. Power enough for comfortable listening to music in any average-sized room.

Conclusion

Summing up, we can safely say that meeting new stereo pairs, F & D has been very enjoyable. Of course, the speaker had some limitations, but it is three times cheaper than the classic multimedia system, which is considered to be good. R223 and R224 models provide a powerful and brilliant sound, which for complete happiness only lacks bass support. In fact, they are one and the same technical solution, concluded by the housing, so the potential buyer can choose from a number of design decisions. Some gaps in stereo is only mentioned the presence of background, which is audible at close range in the pauses between listening. SPS-630 is more advanced from a technical point of view, as used herein is slotted bass reflex. This added some bass, but the sound will be a bit lost in the detail.

Columns F & D R223, R224, SPS-630 provided by ITC-M




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