Cubycon Impaq
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Highlights
- Complete 5.1 Blu-ray surround sound system with 4K UHD support and outstanding sound
- Integrated slim-line Blu-ray A/V receiver with HD audio, 3D, Bluetooth streaming and DLNA
- Comes with matching components and everything you need for immediate play, including high-quality cable set
- 750 Watt system performance for an immersive audio performance for films, music and games
- Superior-performance 2-way micro loudspeakers made from aluminium with coaxial drivers
- A wireless, powerful flat subwoofer that can be easily hidden beneath your sofa
- 3 bass drivers in the subwoofer guarantee punchy bass down to a frequency of 35 Hz
- MKV and DivX HD support, FM radio with RDS, USB, 7.1 option, slot-in drive, NFC, aptX and LAN
Overview of our technologies
The Cubycon Impaq is the best-sounding complete Blu-Ray system in this price class. A high-end amplifier from Texas Instruments ensures true-to-source, distortion-free playback with excellent impulse fidelity and dynamics. Enjoy balanced playback with all genres of music along with excellent speech intelligibility and fulminating bass.
Aluminium enclosures were enhanced with an anodised surface for an elegant finish. The original cloth covers of the Cubycon satellites were also replaced by subtly convex aluminium grilles. This design has both better acoustic permeability offers improved driver protection.
The centerpiece of the Cubycon, its clever coax driver technology, was completely re-worked and improved through a series of extended listening tests. The result: Even more neutral playback, more details and a higher efficiency rating (90 dB at 2.83 V/ 1 m) as well as a high, distortion-free maximum level of 100 dB/1 m.
Each enclosure made from low resonance aluminium contains a coax driver unit specially designed for the Cubycon. This consist of an 80 mm midrange driver with a 20 mm horn tweet positioned directly in front. The two drivers combined a long a single access form an ideal wave guide for the upper range. A separate 80 mm midbass driver is paired with this sonic duo. All three drivers make use of an especially light membrane. The division of the frequency range among three drivers ensures that each driver is perfectly able to play back the range in which it specialises.
The crossover is comprised of only four components. This simplicity means that the signal is converted into sound without any external influences. With the Cubycon, you won’t experience aggressive highs and booming, exaggerated bass. A linear frequency response and neutral playback with movies, music and games is what this system was made for.
All satellites are equipped with the same drivers. This allows details to be perfectly localised while gaming and creates a feeling of being in the middle of the action with films. The use of wave guide technology creates a sweet spot large enough to include your nearest and dearest.
Integrated mounts allow the satellites to be wall-mounted directly beneath or above a flat screen TV. Placement on a shelf or stand is also possible.
Integrated keyhole brackets on the satellite make it easy to mount them on a wall – directly alongside your display, for instance. They can also be placed on the AC 3001 SP speaker stand available separately.
In spite of its highly convenient dimensions, T 4000 is driven by 250 watts for power to spare. A three driver system that is already successfully employed in Teufel’s highly popular System 4 THX model is used here as well. This ensures balanced playback based on THX standards and produces powerful, deep bass all the way down to 35 Hz for home cinema that makes you part of the action. Even very high levels are accompanied by very little distortion thanks to the long throw-drivers used.
The T 4000 is a universal subwoofer that can be combined with just about any home cinema set, even very high-performance models. This means the T 4000 is perfect for accompanying surround speakers or for giving an already complete 5.1 set an extra boost.
The Impaq Blu-ray A/V receiver is a Blu-ray/DVD/CD player, AV receiver, network player, radio and much more. You won’t require any other device to enjoy 5.1 surround with the best possible sound and greatest number of playback options. A single slimline receiver measuring just 8 cm tall is all you need.
The Impaq 8000 delivers balanced sound and stable levels across the entire frequency spectrum. A highly efficient class D amplifier from Texas Instruments gives the little system plenty of power.
The system's ability to process and decode video content is also state-of-the-art. Not only does the Impaq 8000 support this standard, an integrated upscaling function can convert HD content into 4K.
PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Wii U, television, SAT or cable receiver, Apple TV, smartphones and tablets can be easily integrated itno the system via one of the Impaq's HDMI, digital or anlog inputs.
7.1 option: An RCA pre-out connection on the back makes it possible to expand 5.1 into 7.1 setups. Note that active speakers must be connected to the pre-out. With a Rear Station 4, even passive speakers can be integrated and wirelessly controlled.
The Impaq not only streams via Bluetooth, it offers the highest quality sound via aptX codec. This makes it easy to play back audio from apps like Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube and enjoy CD-like sound quality. Thanks to NFC, the pairing procedure is also easy: Just hold your smartphone up to the Impaq and the two devices will automatically forge a Bluetooth connection.
In addition to Bluetooth streaming, the impaq can access data on your home network and play back all the movies and music you have stored there. Pictures can also be acceessed and displayed on your television. Connect your smartphone to your home network and transfer all the music, videos and pictures you have stored there.
An oldie but a goodie, the Impaq 8000, of course, also includes FM radio. Save up to 30 stations thanks to the Impaq's RDS function.
The optional Wireless Audio Set, available separately, allows you to control the rear speakers wirelessly.
Front
The RearStation and SubConnect connect to the rear speaker and subwoofer wirelessly
Back
The RearStation transmits the signal to the rear speaker
Included components
- Satellite Speaker CUB 2 FR 15 (pcs.)
- Centre Speaker CUB 2 C 15
- Impaq 8000 Blu-ray Receiver
- power cable
- FM antenna for IP 8000 BR
- IP 8000 RC Remote Control
- Subwoofer T 4000 SW (without wireless module)
- HDMI-Cable 1.4 1.5m - C1515V
- 30m Speaker Cable 1.0mm² - C1030S
- SubConnect MOD
Technical Data
| Speaker | |
|---|---|
| Continuous power handling (IEC - Long Term) | 100 Watt |
| Peak power capacity (IEC - Short Term) | 140 Watt |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V / 1 m) | 90 dB |
| Minimum amplifier output power recommended | 20 Watt |
| Maximum sound pressure level | 100 dB/1m |
| Impedance | 4 - 8 Ohm |
| Frequency range from/to | 200 - 20000 Hz |
| Crossover frequency internal switch | 5000 Hz |
| Crossover frequency to Woofer (recommended) | 150 - 200 Hz |
| Tweeter (number per enclosure) | 1 |
| Tweeter (diameter) | 20,00 mm |
| Tweeter (material) | Seide |
| Midrange driver (number per enclosure) | 2 |
| Midrange driver (diameter) | 80,00 mm |
| Midrange driver (material) | Cellulose, coated |
| Acoustic principle | 2-way |
| Enclosure type | Bass reflex |
| Enclosure material | Aluminium |
| Enclosure surface | Anodised |
| Equalisation openings | 2 |
| Equalisation openings (pos.) | Back |
| Net internal volume | 1,20 Litres |
| Wall mounting brackets | Yes |
| Keyhole plate mounted | Yes |
| Magnetic shielding | Yes |
| Terminal clamps | Gold-plated screw terminals |
| Suitable for banana plug | Yes |
| Maximum cable diameter | 4,00 mm |
| Suitable for AV receiver | Yes |
| Connections | |
| High level speaker outputs | 1 |
| Dimensions | |
| Depth | 9,70 cm |
| Width | 18,80 cm |
| Height | 9,50 cm |
| Weight | 1,40 kg |
| Speaker | |
|---|---|
| Maximum sound pressure level [dB/1m] | 102 |
| Frequency range from/to [Hz] | 35-200 Hz |
| Woofer (number per enclosure) | 3 |
| Woofer (diameter) [mm] | 130 |
| Woofer (material) | Cellulose, coated |
| Miscellaneous | Extreme stroke capability |
| Acoustic principle | Bass reflex, DPU |
| Enclosure type | Open |
| Enclosure material | MDF |
| Enclosure surface | Matte lacquer |
| Integrated stand | Yes |
| Suitable for AV receiver | Yes |
| Connections | |
| Cinch input stereo | 1 |
| Electronics | |
| Lowest frequency (-3 dB) [Hz] | 35 |
| Input gain adjustment | Yes |
| Frequency regulator (range) [Hz] | Yes |
| Phase control | Yes |
| Amplifier technology | Class-D |
| Amplifier configuration | 1.0 |
| Amplifier channels | 1 |
| Power output capacity impulse (peak) Bass [W] | 240 |
| Power output capacity sinus (RMS) Bass [W] | 150 |
| Miscellaneous | DSP from analogue devices |
| Power supply voltage [volts] | 230 Volt |
| Standby-Function | Yes |
| Standby-Power consumption [watt] | .4 |
| Mains cable - IEC connector (non-heating device) | Yes |
| Safety class | 2 |
| Fuse | Yes |
| Storage for settings when disconnected | Yes |
| Automatic on/off | Yes |
| Dimensions | |
| Depth [cm] | 30 |
| Width [cm] | 95.5 |
| Height [cm] | 12.5 |
| Weight [kg] | 13.2 |
| Speaker | |
|---|---|
| Continuous power handling (IEC - Long Term) | 100 Watt |
| Peak power capacity (IEC - Short Term) | 140 Watt |
| Sensitivity (2.83 V / 1 m) | 90 dB |
| Minimum amplifier output power recommended | 20 Watt |
| Maximum sound pressure level | 100 dB/1m |
| Impedance | 4 - 8 Ohm |
| Frequency range from/to | 200 - 20000 Hz |
| Crossover frequency internal switch | 5000 Hz |
| Crossover frequency to Woofer (recommended) | 150 - 200 Hz |
| Tweeter (number per enclosure) | 1 |
| Tweeter (diameter) | 20,00 mm |
| Tweeter (material) | Seide |
| Midrange driver (number per enclosure) | 2 |
| Midrange driver (diameter) | 80,00 mm |
| Midrange driver (material) | Cellulose, coated |
| Acoustic principle | 2-way |
| Enclosure type | Bass reflex |
| Enclosure material | Aluminium |
| Enclosure surface | Anodised |
| Equalisation openings | 2 |
| Equalisation openings (pos.) | Back |
| Net internal volume | 1,20 Litres |
| Wall mounting brackets | Yes |
| Keyhole plate mounted | Yes |
| Magnetic shielding | Yes |
| Terminal clamps | Gold-plated screw terminals |
| Suitable for banana plug | Yes |
| Maximum cable diameter | 4,00 mm |
| Suitable for AV receiver | Yes |
| Connections | |
| High Level loudspeaker inputs | 1 |
| Dimensions | |
| Depth | 9,70 cm |
| Width | 9,50 cm |
| Height | 18,80 cm |
| Weight | 1,40 kg |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Depth [cm] | 9 |
| Width [cm] | 6.4 |
| Height [cm] | 2.4 |
| Weight [kg] | .08 |
| Connections | |
|---|---|
| 4K UHD Upscale | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Digital inputs coaxial | 1 |
| Digital inputs optical | 1 |
| Cinch input stereo | 1 |
| Cinch output stereo | 1 |
| Bass driver output | 1 |
| High level speaker outputs | 5 |
| Video inputs- HDMI | 3 |
| Video inputs- HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b |
| Miscellaneous | HDMI 3D |
| Video outputs - HDMI | 1 |
| Video outputs - HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b |
| USB 2.0 | 2 |
| LAN | 1 |
| W-LAN | Optional |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Playback | |
| ASF | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master Audio | Yes |
| Dolby Digital | Yes |
| DTS | Yes |
| MP2 | Yes |
| MP3 | Yes |
| WMA | Yes |
| WAV | Yes |
| AAC | Yes |
| FLAC | Yes |
| OGG | Yes |
| HDCD | Yes |
| M4A | Yes |
| Apple Lossless | Yes |
| Dolby Digital Plus | Yes |
| Dolby Pro Logic | Yes |
| Dolby Pro Logic II | Yes |
| Dolby Headphone | Yes |
| JPEG | Yes |
| GIF | Yes |
| BMP | Yes |
| FLV | Yes |
| MPEG1 | Yes |
| MPEG2 | Yes |
| MPEG4 | Yes |
| DivX | Yes |
| DivX HD | Yes |
| RealMedia | Yes |
| Xvid | Yes |
| AVC/H.264 | Yes |
| WMV | Yes |
| MKV | Yes |
| CD-Audio | Yes |
| VCD | Yes |
| SVCD | Yes |
| DVD-Video | Yes |
| DVD-Audio | Yes |
| Blu-ray | Yes |
| BDMV | Yes |
| BDAV | Yes |
| CD | Yes |
| DVD | Yes |
| Blu-ray | Yes |
| CD-R | Yes |
| CD-RW | Yes |
| DVD-R | Yes |
| DVD+R | Yes |
| DVD-RW | Yes |
| DVD+RW | Yes |
| DVD-RAM | Yes |
| BD-R | Yes |
| BD-RE | Yes |
| Radio | |
| Radio present | Yes |
| Channel memory slot - FM | 30 |
| RDS | Yes |
| FM - UKW | Yes |
| Electronics | |
| 10-Mbit/s Ethernet | Yes |
| 10/100-Mbit/s Ethernet | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | DLNA |
| Amplifier technology | Class-D |
| Amplifier configuration | 5.0 |
| Amplifier channels | 5 |
| Power output capacity impulse (peak) Satellite [W] | 100 |
| Power output capacity sinus (RMS) Satellite [W] | 75 |
| Power supply voltage [volts] | 230 Volt |
| Standby-Function | Yes |
| Standby-Power consumption [watt] | .4 |
| Maximum power consumption [watt] | 700 |
| Mains cable - IEC connector (non-heating device) | Yes |
| Safety class | 2 |
| Storage for settings when disconnected | Yes |
| Automatic on/off | Yes |
| Display | Yes |
| OSD | Yes |
| Integrated DSP | Yes |
| Audio-Digital-Analog-Converter | Texas Instruments |
| Integrated DD/dts/PLII-Decoder | Yes |
| Integrated True HD/dts HD/DD/dts/PLII-Decoder | Yes |
| Infrared remote control | Yes |
| Power source | AAA |
| Dimensions | |
| Depth [cm] | 36 |
| Width [cm] | 40 |
| Height [cm] | 8 |
| Weight [kg] | 4.8 |
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Expert reviews
See full review at www.hifitest.de
Translated from German
See full review at www.hifivision.net
From: M. Bjelajac
See full review at satvision.de
by: Dennis Christ
Translated from German
See full review at computec.de
"The pivotal point of the set is a handsome Blu-ray receiver called Impaq 8000, which, in addition to a slot-in blu-ray drive, has the matching surround decoders and five power amplifiers on board."
"[...] As a universal talent, the completely equipped Blu-ray receiver takes the lead role, a wireless flat subwoofer provides virtually invisible bass pressure, while ultra-compact satellites provide the appropriate surround sound. The Cubycon Impaq sounds convincingly good, is excellently manufactured and leaves nothing to be desired in terms of connectivity and functionality [...]"
by: Michael Voigt
Translated from German
See full review at heimkino-magazin.de
Conclusion:
"The Cubyon Impaq set combines first class picture and sound quality with versatile features and minimal space requirements. In this way, Teufel’s smart all-in-one system can be flexibly integrated into the living room, is easy to control and offers a range of uses.”
Translated from the original German.
You can read the entire test review (in German) at www.av-magazin.de
"[...] an incredibly strong performance that transforms movies watching into something more than just a passive experience."
Conclusion:
"Compact but powerful. Comprehensive but ready to play. Sleek but not plain. All this applies to the Cubycon Impaq Blu-ray system, which also [...] boasts an excellent price/performance ratio. Those who want to experience the fun of home cinema without effort can purchase this set without reservation, especially since the Cubycons and the flat subwoofer are incredibly high performance and can be very flexibly set up so that even larger rooms can be filled with sound without problem."
Translated from the original German.
You can read the full test review (in German) at www.lite-magazin.de