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Constellation MK2

Chario — Speakers

Constellation MK2

Italian artisanal heritage meets advanced acoustic engineering for pure musical emotion.

First introduced in 1998, the Constellation series stands as a definitive cornerstone of the Chario catalogue. Positioned as the brand's core high-fidelity offering, it bridges the gap between traditional Italian craftsmanship and the strict technical demands of modern domestic spaces. The MK2 generation honours this legacy, refining an iconic design to extract even greater transparency while retaining the signature warmth that established its global reputation. At the heart of the design philosophy is an uncompromised commitment to organic materials and geometric precision. Each cabinet is meticulously hand-assembled in Italy from solid walnut panels, seasoned for six months to ensure optimal structural rigidity and resonant control. Rather than relying on simple aesthetic flair, the heavily radiused edges and swept profiles are mathematical calculations designed to minimise cabinet diffraction and optimise off-axis energy distribution. Technically, the range is defined by proprietary innovations engineered to overcome the acoustic limitations of typical living rooms. The massive 38mm T38 soft-dome tweeter creates an exceptionally wide, uniform high-frequency dispersion pattern, while the proprietary Near Resonance Surface bottom-firing port geometry interacts precisely with the floor boundary. This clever orientation dramatically enhances low-frequency efficiency and control, yielding a visceral bass response and an expansive soundstage without introducing mechanical distortion or turbulent port noise. The Constellation MK2 collection is created specifically for discerning music lovers who value the tactile beauty of authentic woodwork as much as true fidelity. Free from clinical coldness or artificial exaggeration, these loudspeakers are voiced to recreate the unforced dynamics and presence of a live event, making them an ideal investment for long, non-fatiguing listening sessions.

The Constellation MK2 Collection

5 models
Lynx MK2

Lynx MK2

A masterpiece of miniature scale, delivering grand Italian sound from solid timber.

The smallest standmount model in the Constellation MK2 line, the Lynx defies its compact proportions with an expansive soundstage and deep, natural bass extension. Handcrafted from solid walnut and HDF, it resolves complex acoustics using a unique bottom-firing port system.

Delphinus MK2

Delphinus MK2

Dynamic authority and effortless efficiency distilled into an elegant standmount design.

The Delphinus MK2 represents the muscular apex of Chario's compact monitors, offering twice the sensitivity of its smaller sibling, the Lynx. Combining an oversized 38mm tweeter with a potent 170mm paper compound woofer, it delivers an authoritative, full-scale performance that defies its physical footprint.

Cygnus MK2

Cygnus MK2

Slender floorstanding elegance delivering seamless three-way coherence and enveloping spatial depth.

The Cygnus MK2 is a remarkably slim floorstanding speaker that combines a precise three-way configuration with a unique backward-slanted cabinet. Utilizing a downward-firing bass driver to interact evenly with the room, it achieves the deep authority of a tower speaker while occupying the footprint of a compact monitor.

Pegasus MK2

Pegasus MK2

Authoritative three-way grandeur, blending physical slam with an organic, liquid midrange.

As the commanding flagship tower of the Constellation MK2 line, the Pegasus delivers a full-scale orchestral layout with absolute physical authority. Utilizing an innovative downward-firing subwoofer and front-firing midrange array, it effortlessly anchors large spaces with room-filling, low-distortion dynamics.

Phoenix MK2

Phoenix MK2

An authoritative home theatre anchor delivering absolute vocal clarity and seamless soundstage coherence.

The dedicated multi-channel anchor of the Constellation MK2 series, the Phoenix MK2 features a redesigned three-way architecture. By pairing an oversized 38mm waveguide tweeter with a potent 130mm paper compound woofer system, it secures lifelike cinematic presence and exceptional dialogue intelligibility.