Mordaunt-Short Alumni 2: Satellite Speaker

The Alumni 2 satellites benefit from an improved signal path via an upgraded crossover with low saturation inductors and polypropylene capacitors which reduce distortion and improve detail, integration and clarity. Alumni 2 profits from much of the technology present in some of Mordaunt-Shorts other loudspeakers such as Avanti and the flagship Performance range. The 25mm aluminium dome tweeter delivers elevated dynamic accuracy and razor sharp resolution while the CPC (Continuous Profile Cone) mid/bass drivers clean lines are fundamental to Alumni 2s superior audio reproduction. Indeed, the uninterrupted cone surface ensures excellent rigidity and therefore minimal distortion.

One of the most interesting aspects of the design is the cabinet: Alumnis curved shape discourages the build up of standing waves for a cleaner and more realistic sound. Improved internal wadding gives support where needed, inherently strengthens the speaker and most importantly helps critical damping.

Alumni 2 is Omnimount Ready and prepared to industry standards with pre-fitted mountings. Thanks to this inclusion, you can choose from numerous stand designs to suit your environment. Different styles are available from many manufacturers including Mordaunt-Short with its 300P floor stands or the clever 300M wall brackets!

For the perfect finishing touch to your system Alumni 2 satellites have the option of dedicated Alumni speaker stands with integrated cable management which cleverly channel wires away

Alumni 2 Satellite Features:

Latest generation 3.5 inch CPC (Continuous Profile Cone) mid/bass drivers
25mm aluminium dome tweeter which is light but incredibly rigid to reduce distortion
Curved cabinet design to reduce standing waves
Audiophile grade components throughout
Compact contemporary size blends seamlessly into any environment
Stunning piano black and white high gloss finishes
Protective grilles with contrast finishes
Dedicated stands and Omnimount Ready fittings

Alumni stands info

For the perfect finishing touch to your system Alumni 2 satellites have the option of dedicated speaker stands with integrated cable management which cleverly channel wires away. The stands are extremely discrete but also ensure your speakers have a firm base. Thanks to a hollow design speaker wire can be directed tidily from terminals to source equipment.

Alumni stands (sold separately) are the perfect way to get the most from your 5.1 set-up without impinging on your current listening environment.

Alumni 2 Specifications:

Sensitivity 86dB (1 Watt input)
Frequency response 100Hz - 20kHz
Nominal impedance 4 - 8 Ohms
Power 15 - 80W recommended
Drive units (1) 3.5 inch CPC mid/bass
(1) 1 inch tweeter
Crossover Second order
Dimensions (h x w x d) 176 x 108 x 145mm
Weight 2kg

Alumni 2 Satellite Reviews

AV Max - July 2009
The Mordaunt-Short's Alumni is definitely a notch above the rest of the shouty, forward and distinctly distorted small speaker packages; it is evolved, clean and serene. Characters like good depth, diminutive but sharp and fine vocals, accurate texture and grain in the sound makes it a good music and movie package.

Home Cinema Choice - December 2008
... the stability of the timbre from speaker to speaker is admirable - such smooth transititon around the room makes these aural effects come to life.

DVD & BluRay Review - June 2008
... exceptional surround sound performance that is both rich and seamlessly integrated across all five main channels. And it doesn't cost the Earth either.

Home Theater (USA) - March 2008
These people know exactly what music lovers want, and they deliver in these beautiful, well-made, and terrific sounding-speakers. 96%

DVD Home Theater (Greece)
The Alumni system produces a great sound and is without doubt a best buy that many would have priced higher. Don't think twice!

What Home Cinema - November 2007
A compelling surround sound speaker package with one of the tightest sounds we've heard from a sub/sat system.