About Tangent
Danish design since 1996. Tangent has always been characterised by Scandinavian minimalism – simple lines, but at the same time excellent acoustic design with a crystal clear and authentic reproduction of your music.
Part of the AV Industry Group, Tangent’s sister brand is Elipson, so quality HiFi is guaranteed.
The real powerhouses of the current range lie in the Spectrum II range of speakers and the Ampster III series of electronics.
Recent Reviews
HiFi Review Hub’s review on the Spectrum II X5
Infinite Baffle’s review on the Spectrum II X5
ELECTRONICS
AMPSTER TV II
The Tangent Ampster TV II is a TV stereo amplifier. It features a low power consumption standby feature, ensuring that your amplifier is not wasting energy when not in use.
The Tangent Ampster TV II is not only a powerful and high-quality amplifier, but also has a sleek and stylish design that blends in seamlessly with any modern home entertainment setup.
With its advanced Bluetooth 5.0 HD connection, HDMI input, 2 x 50 watt amplification, low standby power consumption, auto-off after 15 minutes, subwoofer output, and sleek design, it is a cost effective, top-of-the-line amplifier that is sure to impress.
CD III
The Tangent CD III is the third generation of Tangent’s compact CD player and the successor to the popular CD II. Designed for music lovers who still appreciate the CD format, it delivers high sound quality in a sleek, space-saving design.
A key upgrade is gapless playback, ensuring seamless transitions between tracks – ideal for live recordings and concept albums. The built-in display provides clear and intuitive navigation, while operation remains simple and straightforward.
The CD III can be used as a traditional CD player via its analogue RCA output or as a digital transport through the optical Toslink output when connected to an external DAC or a preamplifier such as the Tangent PreAmp III.
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Dimensions (W x H x D): 200 x 65 x 200 mm
Tuner III
The Tangent Tuner III is the third generation of Tangent’s compact radio tuner, building on the strengths of the popular Tuner II. With support for internet radio, DAB, DAB+ and FM, it brings all modern radio sources together in one elegant and easy-to-use solution.
Using the advanced Skytune module, the Tuner III gives access to thousands of radio stations from around the world via internet radio. It can be connected to your network via WiFi or Ethernet (RJ45), ensuring flexible and stable operation in both classic hi-fi systems and modern network environments.
Tuner III delivers convincing sound quality thanks to its built-in 16-bit / 48 kHz stereo DAC and a signal-to-noise ratio above 92 dBA. It features both analogue RCA output and optical digital Toslink output, making it easy to integrate with preamplifiers such as the Tangent PreAmp III or other hi-fi components.
PreAmp III & PowerAmpster III
PreAmp III
The Tangent PreAmp III is a versatile stereo preamplifier that gives you complete control over both digital and analogue sources – all in a compact and elegant format. Building on the success of the PreAmp II, this new generation introduces Bluetooth 5.1 aptX HD, balanced XLR outputs, and a 12V trigger for seamless integration with power amplifiers such as the Tangent PowerAmpster III .
With its built-in CS4344 24-bit / 192 kHz DAC, the PreAmp III delivers precise and detailed sound reproduction, whether you’re streaming via Bluetooth, connecting digital sources through the optical input, or playing vinyl through the integrated RIAA phono stage.
The PreAmp III is designed to be the central hub of a modern hi-fi system, offering a wide range of connection options. On the output side, it provides both RCA and balanced XLR outputs, a dedicated subwoofer output (250 Hz / 12 dB/oct), and a 6.35 mm headphone output for private listening.
PowerAmpster III
The PowerAmpster III is the new generation of Tangent’s compact power amplifier – designed to deliver genuine hi-fi performance in a discreet and elegant format.
With its solid build and high-efficiency amplifier stage, the PowerAmpster III delivers 2 x 100 W in stereo or 1 x 200 W in bridge mode, making it ideal for both music and home cinema. It drives even demanding loudspeakers with authority, control, and precision.
The PowerAmpster III features both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, allowing for easy integration into any hi-fi setup. It pairs perfectly with the Tangent PreAmp III or other preamplifiers when you want to add more power and dynamics to your system.
With a built-in 12V trigger input, the PowerAmpster III can automatically turn on and off together with your connected preamplifier – providing effortless operation and perfect system synergy.
Speakers
Tangent Spectrum II is the next generation of the popular Spectrum series, now with an even sleeker look in matte satin black or white. The series has been acoustically optimized to deliver a more precise, balanced, and detailed sound. With the addition of a dedicated LCR speaker, you also gain new possibilities for building a complete surround setup, perfect for both movies and music.
Spectrum II combines Danish design tradition with modern audio technology – a timeless series for the quality-conscious listener.
Spectrum II X4
This pair of compact bookshelf speakers comes in satin black or white. With their elegant appearance and slim form, they blend naturally into any modern home interior.
Behind the sleek exterior lies advanced acoustic engineering: a 1” dome tweeter and a 4” cellulose-pulp mid-woofer working together to deliver a precise and balanced sound. The optimized bass-reflex construction and 6-ohm impedance make the speakers easy to drive, ensuring dynamic performance whether you are listening to music or watching movies.
Spectrum II X4 may be small in size, but they are big on sound – perfect as bookshelf speakers, in a compact stereo setup, or as part of a larger surround system.
Type: 2-way bookshelf speaker, bass reflex
Tweeter: 1” dome
Mid-woofer: 4” cellulose pulp
Frequency range: 65 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB)
Sensitivity: 87 dB (1W/1m)
Nominal impedance: 6 Ω
Crossover: 2800 Hz – 12 dB/oct.
Recommended amplifier: 20 – 70 W
Power: 50 W RMS / 80 W Peak
Dimensions (W x H x D): 145 x 256 x 198 mm
Spectrum II X5 Active BT
This combines classic hi-fi sound with modern features in one complete system. With a built-in amplifier, wireless streaming and a wide range of connections, it is designed for music, TV and turntables – without the need for external components.
With a 2 x 50 W Class D amplifier and a 2-way design featuring a 5” bass/midrange driver and a 1” dome tweeter, the X5 Active BT delivers a full, precise and balanced sound that works equally well for music and movies.
Perfect for turntables – Spectrum II X5 Active BT features a built-in RIAA phono input (MM), allowing you to connect a turntable directly – without the need for an external preamp.
The combination of analogue warmth and modern amplification delivers an engaging and dynamic listening experience.
Tailored to your sound – With built-in EQ settings, the sound can be adjusted to suit your room and preferences – with fine control over bass, midrange and treble.A dedicated subwoofer output also makes it easy to expand the system with deeper bass when needed.
TV sound with HDMI and automatic control – With HDMI ARC, the speakers can be connected directly to your TV, delivering significantly improved sound for movies, series and gaming.
The system supports automatic power on/off via HDMI, so the speakers turn on with your TV and can be controlled using the TV remote. This makes the Spectrum II X5 Active BT a simple and elegant solution for the living room – without extra boxes or complicated setup.
Wireless and flexible – With Bluetooth 5.3 aptX HD, you can stream music in high quality directly from your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Spectrum II XLCR
The Spectrum II LCR is a completely new addition to the Spectrum range. It is a dedicated LCR loudspeaker (Left, Centre, Right) available in satin black or white. It is designed to combine high sound quality with elegant, discreet integration – ideal for stereo, home cinema, or demanding installations.
Flexible applications – Spectrum II XLCR can be used on its own as a compact stereo solution with your TV or projector – perfect if you want both clear voices and full sound without multiple speakers.
For a more advanced setup, three XLCR loudspeakers can be used – placed left, centre, and right – creating a powerful and precise front system with perfect balance between dialogue, music, and effects.
Naturally, the XLCR matches seamlessly with the rest of the Spectrum II range, allowing you to build a complete surround setup with full synergy in both sound and design.
Dimensions (W x H x D): 186 x 660 x 110 mm
Bluetooth Speakers
Spectrum Square
Spectrum Square (with optional coloured grills)
Tangent Spectrum Square Bluetooth speaker: a refined solution to seamlessly incorporate a high-quality HiFi Bluetooth speaker into your living space, thanks to a meticulously designed aesthetic that perfectly complements IKEA® Kallax and Expedit furniture.
This maximizes the use of your living space without compromising aesthetics or sound quality. Easily install it within your existing furniture setup and enjoy music with utmost simplicity.
Total Power: 60W RMS / 100W max – Quad Amplification
Bluetooth: 5.0 – TWS (True Wireless Stereo)
Pebble Max
Tangent’s new Pebble Max offers a big sound from a portable stereo speaker that’s a sleek and contemporary compact design. Danish engineered to provide the best possible sound with a clear vocals and deep bass for the ideal party atmosphere wherever you are.
Tangent’s new Pebble Max speaker is also water resistant to the latest IPX5 standard, so it can be played in any weather outdoors at home or by the beach or pool.
The Tangent Pebble Max features a high-tech specification with multiple speaker drive units for multi-directional sound and an integral amplifier boasting a powerful 2 x 30 watts. You can choose from three different sound settings: pop, vocal or heavy bass.
