Hartley - Compact Reference

INTRODUCING THE RE-IMAGINED COMPACT REFERENCE MONITOR

The same crossovers, drivers, internal volume and ports are used as the original, Hartley Compact Reference speaker. The new design for the monitor has a reconfigured orientation of the ports and tweeter for a tightened sound. This in combination with the modern design elements of the cabinet takes the Compact Reference from a ‘70s monitor sound to a more modern, high-resolution, fast, and detailed presentation.

Two Black Hartley Compact Monitors made in Canada.

Design & Materials

  • The same genuine drivers, crossover and internal volume as the original Hartley compact in a re-imagined contemporary design by Tri-Art Audio.
    The new orientation of the ports and tweeter in one circle tightens up the sound.
    The most decisive design change is with the cabinet. The hexagonal shape of the cabinet with a narrow front to an increased back amplifies the play of external energy acting like a reversed folded horn making for a high resolution and very fast detailed sound.
    - The waffled edges at the back of the speaker help guide the sound out smoothly, like turbulence at the end of an aircraft wing. This keeps the sound clean and clear, without unwanted reflections.

  • Acoustically treated sound absorber.
    - A blend of different density sheep and hemp wool, sourced locally, is used for sound dampening.
    - The cabinet is made from  high-quality, solid 3 ply bamboo, cured and CNC fabricated in-house. Bamboo is selected for its density, and resonance control which lends a natural harmonic contribution to the speaker sound. Finished with a hand rubbed oil application. 

Finishes

  • A hand-applied, clear finish that allows for the natural grain and patina of the bamboo to be revealed.
    TREATMENT: Use Tri-Art Audio’s wood treatment oil to maintain the finish and treat the wood.

  • A hand-applied, dark stain that allows for highlights to be revealed resulting in an umbra effect.
    TREATMENT: Use Tri-Art Audio’s wood treatment oil to maintain the finish and treat the wood.

  • A hand-applied, translucent finish that enhances the grain and details of the wood.
    TREATMENT: Use Tri-Art Audio’s wood treatment oil to maintain the finish and treat the wood.

  • A hand applied, rich covering stain that blocks all the grain of the wood.

    TREATMENT: Use Tri-Art Audio’s wood treatment oil to maintain the finish and treat the wood.

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Stands

Optional Finishes

Graphite

Black

Distressed

Natural