{"product_id":"diptyque-reference-mkii","title":"Diptyque Reference MKII","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiptyque Reference MKII\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e represents the pinnacle of planar magnetic loudspeaker engineering. Designed for listeners who demand visceral, room-filling sound with breathtaking transparency, the Reference MKII takes everything that made the original a reference-level loudspeaker and upgrades it with new innovations in acoustic performance, materials, and modular construction. This isn’t just Diptyque’s best loudspeaker. It’s a bold statement about what is possible when design, craftsmanship, and audio purity converge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree-way planar magnetic design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Bass, midrange, and super tweeter drivers are built using Diptyque’s proprietary isodynamic ribbon architecture for natural coherence and lifelike dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExclusive Crossed Push-Pull bass system\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Each bass cell is driven by two independent windings (vertical and horizontal), ensuring the 22μm Mylar membrane vibrates with precision and power, yielding deep, distortion-free bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDedicated 20mm midrange ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Covers 600 to 7000 Hz with clarity and control, resulting in rich tonality and fast transients across the critical vocal range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8mm pure aluminum super tweeter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Extends treble response out to 40kHz, adding shimmer and dimensionality without ever sounding etched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eComposite internal architecture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: The MKII upgrade introduces composite membrane supports and modular design principles for enhanced rigidity and acoustic precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAeronautical-grade wiring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: New internal wiring and connectors, sourced from the aerospace industry, reduce signal loss and improve long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimized rear grille perforations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Fine-tuned for better damping control and backwave diffusion, adding depth to the soundstage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgrade path from MK1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Owners of the original Reference can upgrade to MKII or the MK1 EVO platform to benefit from the new architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTailored aesthetics with custom colors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Choose from standard finishes or over 160 RAL fine-texture custom colors with leather trim options in black, white, caramel, or chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-made in France:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painstaking, meticulous, and hand-crafted in France one by one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAcoustic Innovation, Reimagined\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe core of the Reference MKII’s performance lies in its evolved isodynamic design. Each low-frequency driver features Diptyque’s patented Crossed Push-Pull ribbon configuration, a system of hundreds of square motors precisely activating a stretched Mylar membrane. This unique structure not only extends bass deeper than traditional panels, but also does so with exceptional control and linearity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMid and high frequencies are handled by dedicated ribbon elements: a new 20mm isodynamic midrange tape that handles the heart of the music, and an 8mm pure aluminum super tweeter that reaches 40kHz. These drivers work in seamless harmony, producing an enormous soundstage with pinpoint imaging and zero coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMKII Enhancements for 2025\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDiptyque’s relentless pursuit of performance has led to a number of significant upgrades in the new Reference MKII:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eModular internal structure with composite membrane supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eEnhanced crossover with upgraded filtering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNew internal wiring and aeronautical-grade connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eRefined rear grille perforations for superior damping and acoustic control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eUpdated foot and upper panel dimensions for improved mechanical grounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eElegant Finishes and Custom Colors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDiptyque speakers are available in over 160 fine-texture RAL colors from the Axalta Alesta® AP collection. These custom finishes offer a matte, architectural look with excellent scratch resistance and visual uniformity. The finish helps minimize surface imperfections while giving the speaker a tailored, design-forward aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you would like to order your Diptyque speaker in a custom color, contact us directly. We’ll walk you through the available RAL options, explain finish characteristics, and help you match your speakers to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Custom finishes may add lead time and incur an additional charge depending on the selection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Diptyque Custom colors\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/Fine-texture-color-diptyque-1.pdf?v=1748361271\"\u003eClick here for a full list of the custom color options available.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather Trim Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor models with leather-wrapped trim sections, choose from four refined color options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.diptyqueaudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cuir-blanc-300x284.png\" alt=\"White Leather Trim\" width=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.diptyqueaudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cuir-caramel-300x284.png\" alt=\"Caramel Leather Trim\" width=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaramel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.diptyqueaudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cuir-chocolat-300x284.png\" alt=\"Chocolate Leather Trim\" width=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.diptyqueaudio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cuir-noir-300x284.png\" alt=\"Black Leather Trim\" width=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatured Press on the Diptyque Reference Speakers\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Stereophile set out to review the Diptyque Reference loudspeakers, it wasn't just a delivery truck that showed up. It was Mike Hoatson — owner of The Listening Room, third-generation audio expert, and resident planar evangelist. Mike didn’t just drop them off. He installed them himself, fine-tuned the setup, and even introduced the reviewer to Renaissance-era Christmas music. The result? A listening session unlike any other, and a glowing review that speaks to both the gear and the human experience behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #A3704D; padding-left: 1em; margin: 1.5em 0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e“The Diptyques often reminded me of the MartinLogan Odyssey electrostats that were my reference speakers from 1999 through 2007, but with more muscle and far better bass-midrange integration. Panel speakers achieve a kind of spatial and timbral realism that box speakers rarely manage, and the Diptyque References do it without bombast or exaggeration. Their sound is clear, unforced, and enveloping — not dramatic in the usual hi-fi sense, but quietly, convincingly human. If they show up near you, go listen.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Rogier van Bakel\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: -0.5em;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #a3704d; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stereophile.com\/content\/diptyque-reference-loudspeaker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead the full article at Stereophile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt this level of investment, details matter. That is why for customers in the continental United States, Mike, our third-generation owner, personally delivers and installs the Reference MKII. He’ll optimize placement, dial in the system, and make sure your first listen is unforgettable. No call centers, no middlemen, just real support from someone who knows the gear inside and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is what makes The Listening Room different. We are not just another online dealer. We are a real hi-fi shop with a history, a doorbell, and the best hand delivery in the business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5-way planar magnetic loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 Hz to 24,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89 dB \/ 1 W \/ 1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 300 W (recommended amplifier \u0026gt; 60 W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1860 x 700 x 380 mm (H x W x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88 kg per speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Diptyque","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":67848788410737,"sku":"DPREFMK2BL","price":36600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Custom Color","offer_id":67848788443505,"sku":"DPREFMK2CC","price":37332.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":67848788476273,"sku":"DPREFMK2WH","price":36600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/5215\/1921\/files\/DiptyqueAudioReferenceMK2SpeakersLIfestyle-Gray1.jpg?v=1792519370","url":"https:\/\/sliyden.store\/products\/diptyque-reference-mkii","provider":"sliyden.store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}