The Salamander Designs Chicago 245 Quad-Width AV Cabinet is engineered for optimal acoustic performance. Its careful design addresses resonance and sound clarity, ensuring your audio experience remains true to the source material.
The chassis of the Chicago 245 utilizes an all-aluminum construction which helps to reduce vibrations that can interfere with sound quality, preventing unwanted resonance and maintaining a pure audio signal. The solid wood feet provide effective decoupling from the floor, minimizing transmission of external vibrations into the cabinet. By incorporating built-in ventilation louvers, the design promotes adequate airflow and prevents thermal buildup that can adversely affect electronic components, thereby enhancing system performance and longevity. The soft-close door dampers prevent sudden impacts that might cause momentary audible disturbances while adjusting the cabinet's access. Furthermore, the infinitely adjustable interior shelves allow for customization that accommodates a variety of audio-visual equipment configurations without compromising stability or sound integrity.
Key Features
- All Aluminum Chassis: Reduces unwanted vibrations and resonance, enhancing the purity of audio reproduction.
- Solid Wood Feet: Provides effective isolation from floor vibrations, ensuring that sound quality remains uncompromised.
- Removable Rear Panel: Facilitates easy access to components, allowing for uninterrupted setup and maintenance while keeping signal pathways clear.
- Built-in Ventilation Louvers: Promotes airflow, helping to dissipate heat from equipment to maintain optimal performance and reliability.
- Soft-Close Door Dampers: Mitigates sudden impacts that can generate noise, creating a quieter environment around audio setups.
- Infinitely Adjustable Shelves: Customizes space for a range of audio-visual components, maintaining structural integrity and preferred heights without detracting from audio quality.
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 48" W x 22" D x 30" H
- Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
- Center Speaker Opening: 16" H x 48" W x 22" D
- Material: Aluminum chassis, Solid wood feet
- Color: Black Oak
- Ventilation: Built-in louvers