{"product_id":"silverline-panatella-ii-towers-exceptional-performers","title":"Silverline Panatella II Towers - Exceptional Performers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Silverline Audio Panatella II Speakers are a serious floorstanding two-way design consisting of (2) 4 1\/2\" polypropylene mid\/woofers, (1) 1 1\/4\" cloth dome tweeter in a vented box design. The system utilizes a 2\" flared port on rear, two pairs speaker binding posts for bi-wiring.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Yun, is the founder of Silverline Audio. A relatively obscure company  but with an impressive line of well received speaker systems. Alan, arrived in the US from Hong Kong, where he manufactured his speakers under the name \"The Classics One\" for several years. After relocating in California in 1996, Alan released several models under his new company name, including the Panatella and Panatella II which we have here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe speakers are very slim, but quite heavy. The veneer woodworking finish is of fine quality, and is on all sides with matched veneer. One dynaudio tweeter is arranged at the top, and two Seas mid\/woofers are mounted underneath, all drivers flush with the front panel of the enclosure. TGrills are included but look amazing without. The back has two pairs of binding posts for bi-wiring or bi-amping, and the ports. The base has a platform, larger than the main enclosure footprint, for stability. Spikes come with the speakers, but can be removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe connected the Panatella II system to various amps and sources to get a good feel for what they offer. We've had no other experience with Silverline speakers so we gave them a good workout. The sonic characteristics of the Panatella II are moderate but accurate bass, forward mid-range, and laid-back highs (Dynaudio tweeters). Vocals were quite natural and never strained or nasal. The bass is tight and clean, which is characteristic of slim floorstanders with small mid\/bass drivers. Simple uncomplicated tracks are full bodied, without mushiness. Absolutely no harshness could be heard, even at relatively high SPL. I am sure this is partly due to the background character of the high frequencies with these speakers. Soundstage is wide and there's a sense of the alignment that was quite coherent. The slight angling back of the cabinet baffles would be a contributor to this nicety. More complex music is handled without strain and the system easily unpacked all the tracks had to offer. All-in-all, a very nice sounding tower with a high level of fit and finish. Have to say, the Rosewood veneer is an absolute showstopper. Come complete with original boxes\/packaging and spike kit. A very nice pair idea!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have been gone through front to back here by our in-house speaker techs and are said to be in 100% and playing beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome have a listen to this fine Silverline system here in Andover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilverline Panatella II Tower Loudspeaker System: $1599.00 plus shipping and sales tax when applicable\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holt Hill Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67938983575619,"sku":null,"price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2197\/6387\/files\/PhotoNov102026_21155PM.jpg?v=1794338920","url":"https:\/\/holthill.com\/products\/silverline-panatella-ii-towers-exceptional-performers","provider":"Holt Hill Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}