Chario · AVIATOR
GHIBLI
Compact Italian artistry engineered for natural, immersive acoustic reproduction.
The Ghibli presents a harmonious complex of lines and curves, embodying classic Italian design while offering a performance that transcends its modest footprint. As the most compact bookshelf model in the Aviator line, it is engineered to disappear into the room, creating a deep and expansive virtual stage that belies its dimensions.
Positioned at the core of the Aviator series, the Ghibli benefits from Chario's extensive psychoacoustic research and artisanal manufacturing. It is built to resolve the challenges of living spaces, where standard speakers often struggle with floor-bounce interference and room reflections.
The sonic character is quintessentially Chario, defined by a warm, natural, and realistic presentation. By employing a high-precision soft dome tweeter and a rigid Rohacell woofer, the speaker achieves a cohesive and articulate output that remains engaging and free from listener fatigue even during extended sessions.
Key Features
01
Reversed driver array
This geometry aligns the tweeter precisely with the listener's ear height, improving high-frequency perception and controlling floor-bounce distortion.
02
T38Waveguide tweeter
A 38mm soft dome design that delivers precise, natural highs while maintaining the robustness required for lower crossover frequencies.
03
Rohacell Full-Apex woofer
A 130mm driver utilising advanced structural foam for exceptional rigidity and controlled, low-distortion bass extension.
04
Solid walnut cabinet
Handcrafted near Milan using thick, resonant-controlled walnut slats to ensure structural integrity and long-term acoustic performance.
Chapter 01
Design & Philosophy
The Ghibli is founded on the principle that true design is as much about how a speaker works as how it appears. By integrating aeronautical-inspired airflow management, the cabinet ensures that internal reflex pressure remains consistent, eliminating the audible noise common in compact ported designs.
Chapter 02
Manufacturing Process
Each pair is assembled by hand in Italy, requiring between 50 and 80 hours of artisanal labour. The solid walnut used in the construction undergoes a six-month treatment process to ensure the highest rigidity and aesthetic finish, reflecting a 15-year commitment to spare parts availability.
Chapter 03
Listening Notes
While small in stature, the Ghibli is designed to project a sound image that feels entirely detached from the physical cabinet. It excels in delivering a realistic timbre, particularly on vocal and acoustic recordings, and rewards the listener with a holographic sense of space that challenges significantly larger and more expensive loudspeakers.
Specifications
Type2-way reversed vertical alignment bookshelf monitor
Frequency response60 Hz @ -3dB referred to C4 WETS
Sensitivity87dB SPL
Impedance8Ω (minimum 6.2Ω)
Dimensions (H × W × D)400mm × 180mm × 270mm
Weight8kg
Finish optionsSolid walnut and HDF
Crossover frequency1270 Hz (4th Order)