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Revival Audio: French excellence in the service of musicality

In the world of hi-fi, the quest for perfect sound is an adventure where every detail counts. For demanding music lovers and curious enthusiasts alike, the choice of speakers is crucial: they embody the soul of any hi-fi system. Revival Audio, a young French brand, is now making its mark with a range of speakers that combines innovation, design, and musical emotion. Let’s discover why the Sprint and Atalante, now available on maPlatine.com, could transform your listening experience.

This young Alsatian brand is not lacking in experience. Born at the end of 2021, Revival Audio was founded by 2 passionate Hi-Fi experts,Daniel Emonts, an experienced and talented engineer who has already worked for over 30 years for major Hi-Fi brands, andJacky Lee, an executive strategist with a proven track record working with the world’s most influential companies.

Revival Audio’s philosophy is based on a deep conviction: music should move, above all else. Revival Audio is born from artisanal development where musical listening guides every technical decision. This unique approach is embodied in a filter design entirely carried out by listening, component by component, on dedicated test boards.

Revival Audio also wants to bring a touch of chic and good taste to your listening room thanks to the collaboration with the Franco-Japanese design studio A+A COOREN DESIGN STUDIO on their entire product range.

Daniel Emonts et Jacky Lee, fondateurs de la marque Revival Audio

This revolutionary French innovation uses basalt extracted from lava rock, a material with exceptional mechanical properties.

Technical characteristics:

  • Higher Young’s modulus than traditional fiberglass
  • Optimal rigidity with remarkable lightness
  • Three-layer sandwich construction
  • Specialized felt applied to the back of the basalt membrane
  • Polymer adhesive optimized for precise transient response

Musical benefits:

  • More precise, faster and controlled low frequencies
  • Elimination of bass dragging
  • Disturbing realism for bass instruments
  • Harmonic richness preserved without masking of the midrange
La Technologie BSC (Basalt Sandwich Construction)

The ARID (Anti-Reflection Inner Dome) system represents a patented innovation that transforms the reproduction of high frequencies.

CharacteristicPerformance
Absorption of resonancesMore than 95%
Efficiency91 dB
SuspensionAsymmetrical to eliminate resonances
MagnetOversized

Improved listening:

  • Cymbals regain their natural metallic shine
  • Female voices gain in purity
  • String instruments reveal hidden harmonics
  • Rear chamber specially designed for absorption
ARID : la révolution des tweeters

Developed after hundreds of hours of computer simulation, this proprietary baffle is Revival Audio’s most visible innovation.

Technical advantages:

  • Directionality control with surgical precision
  • Drastic reduction of diffraction phenomena
  • Asymmetrical shape with specially defined angles
  • Improved high frequency directivity
  • Optimized midrange and bass performance

Listening results:

  • Remarkably precise sound image
  • Negative impact of room acoustics minimized
  • Speakers seem to literally disappear
  • Feeling like you’re attending a private concert
Le déflecteur Elytron

The Sprint range consists of two simple and effective models that adapt to all types of listening spaces. It embodies Revival Audio’s philosophy: to make French acoustic excellence accessible without compromising on quality.

The range is available in three finishes: black, oak, and walnut. Note that the baffle always remains the same color, regardless of the speaker finish chosen. Keep this aspect in mind when making your choice, as it will directly impact the final appearance of your speakers in your home if you decide to use baffles.

InnovationDetailsProfit
Tweeter RASC 28 mmARID technologyAbsorption 95% resonances
Technology BSCVolcanic basaltControlled bass, transparent midrange
Elytron DeflectorComputer simulationDirectivity control
Efficiency91 dBAmplifier compatibility

The compact bookshelf speaker Sprint 3,  is ideal for rooms between 15 and 30 m². Thanks to its rubber feet that absorb interference generated by the speaker, it integrates perfectly with the rest of your equipment.

Enceintes Revival audio Spint 3 Lifestyle

Pour accompTo accompany the Sprint 3, we recommend: :

  • Amplifier : Musical Fidelity M3Si
  • Turntable : Rega Planar 3
  • CD player : Musical Fidelity M3 Scd
  • Speaker cable : Audioquest Type 5 + SureGrip 100 silver

The Sprint 4 transposes the excellence of its little sister into a 2.5-way floorstanding format that literally transforms your listening experience. This sophisticated configuration combines the 28 mm RASC tweeter with an 18 cm mid-bass driver and a second 18 cm transducer entirely dedicated to low frequencies.

To accompany the Revival Audio Sprint 4, we recommend:

  • Amplifier : Musical Fidelity A1
  • Tyrntable : Pro-Ject X2 B
  • Speaker cable : Audioquest Type 5 + SureGrip 100 silver

A jewel of “Made In France”, the Atalante offers you ultra-premium finishes with a neo-retro design created in collaboration with the A+A COOREN design studio as well as a sound of breathtaking musicality and accuracy that will change your vision of classic vinyl listening.

The Atalante range represents the top of the range of Revival Audio, incorporating the brand’s most advanced developments.

Enceintes Revival Audio gamme Atalante
InnovationTechnical DetailsMusical Benefit
Tweeter RASC 28 mmExclusive BCD damping, 560 Hz resonanceCrystalline purity, total absence of coloration
Ferrite MagnetsOversized, optimal magnetic controlExceptional dynamics, surgical precision
Châssis 10 BranchesUnique hi-fi design, optimal ventilationPerfect rigidity, elimination of unwanted colorations
Membranes BSC Volcanic basalt surgical precisionRevealing every nuance of recording
FinishesGenuine walnut veneer (light/dark)Luxurious integration into any interior

The performance of the Atalante 3 has wowed all the testers in the world of Hi-Fi. Its qualities are undeniable, the sound is exceptionally clear in an extremely compact format.

The Atalante 3 reaches its full potential with a high-quality 60- to 100-watt amplifier. The specially designed Revival Stand 3 optimize its acoustic positioning, while a high-end source/preamplifier system will exploit its exceptional technical resolution.

Enceintes Revival Audio Atalante 3

Here are our recommendations to accompany the Revival Audio Atalante 3 :

  • Amplifier : Mc Intosh MA 252
  • Turntable : Rega Planar 8
  • Speaker cable : Audioquest Type 5 + SureGrip 100 silver

The column Atalante 4, the flagship of the Atalante range, build exceptional foundations at Revival Audio, combining the best of Revival Audio technologies, these Atalante 4 concentrate the best of the brand.

The Atalante 4 deserves exceptional electronics, with solid-state or tube amplifiers in the €5,000 range and up. A reference digital source and high-end cables will reveal its exceptional technical capabilities and legendary musicality.

Enceintes Revival Audio Atalante 4

Here are our recommendations to accompany the Revival Audio Atalante 4 :

  • Amplifier et preamplifier : Quad 33/303
  • Turntable : Gold Note Valore 425 Plus
  • Speaker cable : Audioquest Type 5 + SureGrip 100 silver
ModelTypeConfigurationSurface (m²)Power AmplifierBudget Amplifier
Sprint 3Library2 lanes15-3050-80 W800-1200 €
Sprint 4Column2.5 lanes25-5580-120 W2000-2500 €
Atalanta 3Library2 lanes20-3560-100 WHigh-end
Atalante 4Column3 ways45+100+ W5000+ €
InnovationSprint 3Sprint 4Atalanta 3Atalante 4
Technology BSC
ARID
Elytron Deflector
Châssis 10 branches
Câblage Van Den Hul
Oversized magnets

The distinction between the Sprint and Atalante ranges lies in a different philosophical approach to acoustic excellence. While the Sprint already benefits from the revolutionary Atalante technology, the Atalante models push each component towards absolute excellence thanks to oversized magnets, world-class wiring, and high-end finishes worthy of the greatest French cabinetmakers.

This difference translates into superior resolution, enhanced neutrality, and an exceptional ability to reveal the subtlest nuances of your favorite recordings. The Atalante uncover musical details you never suspected, transforming every listening experience into an artistic rediscovery.

Bookshelf speakers excel at musical intimacy and spatial precision. They create a focused soundstage, perfect for close-range listening and repertoires requiring maximum resolution. Their compact size facilitates integration into tight spaces while preserving acoustic excellence.

Floorstanding speakers deliver a physical presence and natural bass extension that transform your living room into a concert hall. They excel at filling large spaces and reproducing large orchestral works with unparalleled authority and dynamics. Their sophisticated architecture allows for optimal separation of acoustic functions.

  • Size of your listening room
  • Budget allocated to amplification
  • Preference: musical intimacy or physical presence
  • Possible evolution of your system
  • Usual musical repertoires
  • Tonal balance
  • Consistency between registers
  • Soundstage accuracy
  • Extended listening comfort
  • Versatility across different repertoires

Once your Revival Audio speakers are installed, take the time to optimize their positioning and respect the break-in period. Experiment with different placements, adjust the spacing and height, and fine-tune the orientation to unlock the full potential of your investment.

Gradually build a coherent chain around your speakers, prioritizing quality over quantity. A balanced system with Revival Audio speakers will provide years of authentic and refined musical enjoyment.

Choosing Revival Audio is more than just buying speakers: it’s adopting a lifestyle philosophy that rediscovers music’s authentic emotional dimension. This artisanal approach to high fidelity, where musicality transcends raw technical performance, invites you to rediscover your music library in a whole new light.

Every Revival Audio model, from the affordable Sprint 3 to the absolute Atalante 4 absolue, shares this same French passion for acoustic excellence. These speakers reveal the intrinsic beauty of your recordings, transforming every listening session into an intense and memorable musical experience.

Whether you’re a beginner looking to build your first audiophile system or an experienced music lover seeking the ultimate, Revival Audio offers a solution perfectly suited to your profile, your space, and your budget. This investment in musical emotion guarantees you years of authentic and refined enjoyment, the incomparable satisfaction of owning a system that lives up to your most demanding artistic ambitions.

French excellence from Revival Audio awaits you. Your music deserves the best.