Telegrapher HIPPO – 10″ Active Analog Subwoofer – Jaipur Orange

OVERVIEW

The Telegrapher HIPPO is a 10-inch active, analog subwoofer built around a passive radiator system to deliver deep, controlled low-frequency extension with speed and precision. The passive radiator enables high output and extended bass without port turbulence, chuffing, or compression, keeping the low end clean and tightly controlled.

Designed to integrate seamlessly with nearfield and midfield monitors, HIPPO provides accurate sub-bass reproduction with excellent transient response and pitch definition.

The passive radiator enclosure allows HIPPO to extend low-frequency response while maintaining control and accuracy. By eliminating port turbulence and resonance, the PR design delivers fast, well-defined bass with reduced phase anomalies in the critical low-mid region. The result is a coherent, balanced presentation that preserves transient detail and spatial accuracy, making it reliable for critical listening and precise mix decisions.

HIPPO follows a fully analog signal path, preserving the natural character of the source without colouration or processing artifacts. This approach delivers a sound that is rich, musical, and direct, allowing subtle details, dynamics, and tonal balance to translate clearly and honestly.

TRANSPARENT GRILLE

Acoustically, the grille is designed to stay out of the way. The perforation pattern has a high open area, allowing sound to pass through freely without being filtered, so the speaker’s natural balance, clarity, and transient response remain intact.

The grille does its job of protection without imposing a sonic character of its own, keeping the sound open, direct, and unchanged.

HIPPO is currently available in two beautiful colours, featuring a premium, soft-touch, silky matte finish – Jaipur Orange and Trooper White.

FEATURES

• Active analog 10″ subwoofer designed for nearfield and midfield monitoring systems
• Passive radiator enclosure delivers deep, controlled low-frequency extension
• Two side-firing passive radiators provide high output without port turbulence, chuffing or compression
• Fully analog signal path preserves natural dynamics, detail and tonal character
• 20–300 Hz frequency response for extended sub-bass reproduction
• User-controllable 30–300 Hz low-pass crossover with second-order slope
• Adjustable phase from 0–360° for flexible system integration
• 250 W Class D amplifier provides powerful, controlled low-frequency performance
• 110 dB maximum SPL at 1 metre
• Balanced analog XLR inputs and through outputs
• Designed for fast transient response and accurate pitch definition
• Helps extend the low-frequency capabilities of compatible studio monitors
• Transparent grille with a high open area protects the driver while minimising acoustic interference
• User-controllable standby function
• Shutdown and LED protection system safeguards against electrical faults, high-frequency signals and overheating
• Red LED indicates protection shutdown, while flashing red warns of audio clipping
• Continuous clipping triggers automatic protective shutdown
• Available in Jaipur Orange and Trooper White, with a premium soft-touch silky matte finish

TECHNICAL SPECS

Frequency Response: 20 – 300 Hz

Enclosure Type: PR-Tuned Vented

Crossover Type: Active, Analog

Crossover Frequency: User Controllable (30-300Hz, Second Order LP, Phase: 0-360°)

Peak SPL: 102 dB (@ 1 meter)

Max SPL: 110 dB

Amplifiers: 1

Amplifier Type: Class D

Amplifier Power: 250 W

Amplifier THD + N: %0.003

Input: 2 Channels Balanced (Analog) XLR

Output: 2 Channels Through Balanced (Analog) XLR

Number of Drivers: 1-Way

• Woofer: 25.5 cm / 10”

Side-Firing Passive Radiators: 2

Safety: Shutdowns and LED Alerts*

Power Rating Max: 150 Watts

Power Rating RMS: 100 Watts

Min Voltage: 110-120 Volts AC +-%10

Max Voltage: 200-240 Volts AC +-%10

Voltage Frequency: 47-63 Hz

AC Connector: 3-pin IEC 250 Volts AC, 10A Male

Stand By: User controllable (On 120 min / Off)

Dimensions (H x W x D): 36 cm x 36 cm x 38 cm

Weight: 21.5 kg

*Amplifiers automatically shut down in response to electrical failures, high-frequency signals, or overheating, signalled by a red LED. A white LED indicates normal operation, and red flashing warns of audio clipping. Continuous clipping triggers a protective shutdown.