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The best option is to connect using an HDMI cable via the corresponding HDMI ARC/eARC ports on the television and amplifier/processor. In the television settings, enable HDMI ARC and CEC (if necessary).
Alternative options include connecting via SPDIF, which is usually available as Toslink (optical) or RCA (coaxial) ports on your TV and amplifier/processor.

A loudspeaker (or speaker) is the general name for a device that converts electrical signals into sound waves that we can hear. Simply put, it is the final element of any audio system that reproduces music, speech or other sounds.
In the context of Gramophone.ua and the world of high-quality audio, the term ‘loudspeaker’ can refer to full-fledged acoustic systems: floor-standing, shelf-mounted, suspended, built-in, which are used in Hi-Fi and Hi-End systems.
Please note: in everyday life and professional circles, the terms ‘loudspeaker,’ ‘speaker,’ ‘column,’ and ‘acoustic system’ are often used interchangeably, although technically they can mean different things. On our website, we use the terms ‘loudspeaker’ or ‘acoustic system’ to refer to devices that reproduce sound.

LCR stands for Left, Center, Right – an established name for a speaker designed and tuned for multichannel systems, for example as a center speaker addition, for the left, center and right front speakers, or for surround channels. The -2 makes it part of the FR-2 family, using the same drive units as the FR-2 and with a similar cabinet style and the same colors and grille options. The LCR-2 is the perfect center speaker for the FR-2.

No, it can be used as a center speaker or surround speaker in any case. The same drive units, cabinet style and colors just make the LCR-2 an ideal addition to the FR-2.

No, due to the very shallow cabinet the intended use is with the provided wall mount (or other suitable fastenings).

The SB-75 is a passive stereo soundbar speaker. SB stands for Soundbar, 75 for the standard size fitting below a typical 75" or 77" screen.

No, the SB-75 is equivalent to a pair of stereo speakers placed left and right of a TV or screen, just in the form factor of a wall-mount soundbar. The center space is acoustically filled with the so-called phantom center image, similar to a pair of stereo speakers.

No, the SB-75 is intended to be connected to a stereo amplifier, for example a Lyngdorf TDAI, or a 2-channel power amp.

No, the SB-75 itself is a passive loudspeaker with a left and right channel. Any virtual sound effects have to come from a connected processor or integrated amplifier.

For both. The matt-black finish and rigid overall construction make it suitable for installations below or behind a sound-transparent screen, while the rounded edges and elegant midnight grey fabric cover by Gabriel also allows a living-room-friendly placement. Custom colors are available on special order to suit any room and decor.

The SB-75 is fitted with the same woofers and tweeters as a pair of FR-2 loudspeakers and provides a very high level of sound performance. It was not designed for only movies or only music specifically but provides outstanding sound performance regardless.

Additional to the SB-75 standard version other widths and colors are available on custom order and with extra delivery time.

Yes. The actual combination of D speakers depends on the room size, distance to the listeners, number of seats, desired volume levels, wall construction, and overall budget.

No, they can be used all around. The best and most enveloping surround sound in a home cinema is achieved when all channels are as similar as possible. When combined with two or more BW-20 woofers, a complete D-5 speaker setup will provide a great surround or immersive audio experience.

Both models are speakers for surround and immersive audio systems. The D-5 is ideally suited as a surround and rear speaker, or as an in-ceiling speaker when mounted directly above the listeners. The D-5 IC and D-5 IC-N are in-ceiling speakers with an angled, adjustable tweeter, which is ideal when mounted in the ceiling behind, in front, or sideways of the listening area. The sound will then beam down and inwards, towards the listeners.

The D-500 speakers are so-called full-range speakers with a frequency range rolling off below 50Hz, providing a room-filling sound even without a subwoofer, especially when used for all front and surround channels, or left and right of a TV, replacing floorstand speakers. The performance of any loudspeaker depends on the room size, therefore larger rooms may still require an additional woofer. Movie soundtracks contain an LFE signal for the lowest frequencies, which are ideally reproduced by a dedicated woofer, for example the BW-20.

The D-60 has a higher sensitivity, better power handling, and reaches a higher SPL. The D-500 is a so-called full-range speaker with one midrange/bass driver and two passive radiators covering the low frequencies, allowing a gentle roll off below 50Hz. The D-60 models already roll off below 80Hz and therefore require an extra woofer for the complete reproduction of music and movie soundtracks including the LFE.

No, they can be used all around. The best and most enveloping surround sound in a home cinema is achieved when all channels are as similar as possible. A complete D-500 speaker setup will provide a great surround experience, combined with the D-5 IC for immersive audio.

Yes. The D-60 can be used as a surround speaker, allowing a very high SPL and equal sound quality on all channels together with the D-60 C. The D-60 for surround channels is also the best match for the LS-1000 front speakers.

The D-60 has a frequency range rolling off below 80 Hz and therefore requires a subwoofer to reproduce the full range of music, TV and movie recordings. Movie soundtracks contain an LFE signal for the lowest frequencies, which requires a dedicated subwoofer, for example the BW-20.

The D-60 C provides the highest performance of the Discreet series. It has the midrange driver closely below the tweeter, as well as a very powerful midrange driver and two woofers. The tweeter/midrange part and the woofer part have to be driven by their own amplifier channel using an active, digital crossover in the AV processor. This ensures that the frequency split and the phase relationship between midrange and bass are done in the best way, avoiding the typical issues in phase, sound dispersion, and frequency response that can be found in many conventional center speakers.

The D-6 comes without the MDF enclosure of the D-5 and D-60 models, allowing a more light, low-profile, and space-saving construction. It still offers a very high sound quality by using a 6.5” / 18cm woofer and a soft dome tweeter mounted on a dense, low-resonance MDF baffle, providing the coherent and balanced sound performance with well-integrated bass known from typical 2-way stand-mount or bookshelf speakers.