I’ve owned a pair of SuperZeros for some time now and wanted a fuller range replacement so I don’t have to lean on my subwoofers so much. What I like about the Zeros is also true if the Ones - good, spacious, stable imaging with a relaxed presentation and accurate reproduction. No sizzle here. No exaggerated highs, forward mids or boomy bass. In the case of the Zeros, there is no bass, really, but they are actually listenable without for classical, traditional jazz and unplugged music. The SuperOnes bring bass to the table - enough so that all genres save maybe hip-hop, electronic and modern jazz don’t need subwoofer reinforcement. In a smaller room, they don’t need a sub at all. As in the Zeros, the presentation is relaxed and “warm” without the “zing” newer loudspeaker designs seem to add. I compared them to Elac Debut 5.2s and the SVS Ultra bookshelves. I disliked the Elacs - too bright and edgy. The SVS was very interesting, but ultimately too powerful and forward-sounding for my space. They had great dynamics and bass, but the image was ruined by the forward “hard” (though not harsh) midrange. Like a larger TV, they made me want to move back to a space in my room that didn’t exist. Also, the image, though laser-sharp laterally, was decidedly flat front to back. It’s a pretty unforgiving speaker that doesn’t do orchestral or acoustic music well at all.
That is where the NHTs really shine - they project a wide, deep and stable image with warmth. No, lateral imaging is nowhere near as pinpoint as the SVS and possibly the Elacs (I didn’t keep them long enough to listen for that), but there has to be a compromise and that is it. The Ones are not overpowering. They just do what they are supposed to do and do it well. They are very listenable and non-fatiguing. They really do seem to disappear more than any speaker in this price range can hope to. These speakers are just amazing for the price asked. They really grow on you. Don’t get me wrong - if I had a bigger place, I might have kept the Ultras for their wild dynamics and power. But let’s not forget that they are 5 times the cost and twice the size of these puppies and much harder to accommodate in a smaller space.
I’m done shopping speakers for now. I’ll consider the new $2000 Buchardt S400s a little later. I’m curious about the KEF LS50s, but not enough to pay $1500 for them and still have to use my subs. The Buchardts will at least let me sell the subwoofers and move on.
So, these really good and really inexpensive SuperOnes will be sticking around. They are part of the family now.
In case anyone needs to know, I’m driving them with a Yamaha N803 receiver. It’s another remarkable, relatively affordable piece. It replaced a dead R-115 Luxman receiver and is doing a yeoman’s job of it. This amp section drove those SVS Ultras hard with plenty of headroom. Speaking of which, although these Ones are not terribly hard to drive, the better your amp is, the better your results will be. They can’t take unlimited power, but they can take 200 clean watts with no problem. They don’t play as loud or clean as the Ultras will, they will sound better in the attempt. They are lovable. That’s what NHTs are - lovable.
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| Price | $189.99 | -10% $268.84 List: $299.00 | $79.99 | $179.98 | $439.00 | $349.00 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | Maverix Merchandise | BESTISAN GROUP | Amazon.com | ListenUp | Adorama |
| speaker size | 6.5 inches | 450 millimeters | 4 inches | 4 inches | 6.5 inches | — |
| power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Passive | Corded Electric | AC |
| connectivity tech | XLR | Wired | Bluetooth, RCA | Wired | Auxiliary | — |
| speaker type | Subwoofer | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Bookshelf |
| mounting type | Shelf Mount | Shelf Mount | Shelf Mount | Shelf Mount | Table Top | Shelf Mount |
| weight | 9.1 pounds | 12 pounds | 10.2 pounds | 8.2 pounds | 10.4 pounds | 1 pounds |
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Classic speaker and excellent value!
My wife wanted a stereo for our small den. To my surprise she enjoys good sound as much as I do. A Musical Paradise tube amp perfectly suits the NHT Super One. Typically a seven watt tube amp would not be used with the NHT but in a small room (10 x 14) the sound is rich and full. Beautiful combination that sounds very three dimensional without fatigue. I can listen for hours with these classic speakers. Flip a switch and I’m watching movies with crystal clear voices and effects. I feel I got a lot of value for what I paid. Thanks!
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Ian
Hi-Fi sound for budget prices.
Reviewed in Canada on June 29, 2021Style: SuperOne SpeakerVerified Purchase
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Amazing Speakers!
Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2020Style: SuperOne SpeakerVerified Purchase
Andrew N Bassett
NHT is one of the best brands you can buy in Canada for speakers
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decent speaker once broken in
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Nicolas Labrèche
Reslly good.
Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2019Style: SuperOne SpeakerVerified Purchase