New Avantgarde G3 series: Uno and Duo

Following the launch of the Trio G3, Avantgarde has now introduced the corresponding G3 versions of the Uno and Duo.

Based on the marketing brochure, the range has been slimmed down:

- Uno SD
- Duo SD
- Duo GT

Looks like the Duo Mezzo XD has been replaced by the Duo GT (unless AG is still working on a version with the short basshorn).

Similar to the Trio G3, active iTron versions will also be available.

The wireless connectivity module with built-in DAC appears to be based on the AKM chips (there is a reference to the Velvet Sound tagline).

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So it appears that the new Duos have adopted the Uno style in that the mid and top drive units are both installed within the main enclosure. This reduces the brand's distinctive and somewhat quirky looks, but it probably does allow sound quality improvements, even without the new amplification technology.

The existing Duo XD has an unfortunate constructional feature in that the horns are a little higher than ideal. Setup guidelines say that the top surface of the main enclosure should just be visible from the seating position and tilting forwards may be needed to achieve this. Unfortunately, over the years since the tweeter was incorporated into the main enclosure with the mid-horn above (ie the Grosso) , the main enclosure has been lifted by the introduction of the new fancy spikes, and the new base frame and the fact that the enclosure now hovers above this frame. All these things have resulted in the increased height of the sound sources - 2-3" higher than the Grosso from which the current Duo has evolved.

I have saved some height with my own mods to the Duo XD by ditching the "scaffolding" and I'm pleased to see that AG has at last removed these upright supports from their new Duos. I look forward to listening to the new Duos, though I suspect there will be a big hike in price. Peter

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So it appears that the new Duos have adopted the Uno style in that the mid and top drive units are both installed within the main enclosure. This reduces the brand's distinctive and somewhat quirky looks, but it probably does allow sound quality improvements, even without the new amplification technology.

The existing Duo XD has an unfortunate constructional feature in that the horns are a little higher than ideal. Setup guidelines say that the top surface of the main enclosure should just be visible from the seating position and tilting forwards may be needed to achieve this. Unfortunately, over the years since the tweeter was incorporated into the main enclosure with the mid-horn above, the main enclosure has been lifted by the introduction of the new base frame and the new fancy spikes and the fact that the enclosure hovers above this frame. All these things have resulted in the increased height of the sound sources - 2-3" higher than the earliest Duo with enclosed tweeter.

I have saved some height with my own mods to the Duo XD by ditching the "scaffolding" and I'm pleased to see that AG has at last removed these upright supports from their new Duos. I look forward to listening to the new Duos, though I suspect there will be a big hike in price. Peter

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Nice job. The new tweeter is longer and “sunk into” the cabinet to run flush with the new cabinet. We are definitely getting a pair. I want the active version sans streamer.


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Originally Posted by Mike

Nice job. The new tweeter is longer and “sunk into” the cabinet to run flush with the new cabinet. We are definitely getting a pair. I want the active version sans streamer.


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Mike, have your received your active Duo or Unos yet?

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Originally Posted by Germanboxers

Mike, have your received your active Duo or Unos yet?

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No, not yet.


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I bet those would look amazing with the deep red color horns.

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Originally Posted by Mike

No, not yet.


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Remember these days. what an awesome sound that was.

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Originally Posted by CPP

Remember these days. what an awesome sound that was.

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I do and to this day one of the very best I have experienced.

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Originally Posted by CPP

Remember these days. what an awesome sound that was.

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How could I forget? LOVED that system. Like a live concert every night.


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Originally Posted by Mike

How could I forget? LOVED that system. Like a live concert every night.


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It sure was Mike, so accurate and "real" regardless of the source, be it a TT, RR, etc.. everything just clicked.

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How could I forget? LOVED that system. Like a live concert every night.


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The bass was incredible!

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Originally Posted by CPP

It sure was Mike, so accurate and "real" regardless of the source, be it a TT, RR, etc.. everything just clicked.

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Agreed!


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Originally Posted by Audio 1

The bass was incredible!

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It sure was.


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I think I remember that system!!!

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Originally Posted by Jim Smith

I think I remember that system!!!

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You’re the reason it reached full potential!


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Hey...those speakers look familiar. :D Making great music in my room now.
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