Davis Courbet N°3

The Courbet N°3 is a 2-way bookshelf speaker with bass-reflex loading, designed and manufactured in France, in Troyes. It is aimed at enthusiasts wanting a small speaker capable of delivering a precise sound image on a domestic hi-fi system, alongside an integrated amplifier or a classic stereo system.

Its 28 mm soft dome tweeter covers the treble up to 25 kHz, with a crossover frequency set at 3,500 Hz, allowing a progressive transition to the mid-bass driver. The latter, a 13 cm unit with a Kevlar cone, delivers a reproduction of voices and instruments noted for its neutrality. The stated frequency response spans from 55 Hz to 25 kHz, and the 90 dB sensitivity allows the speaker to work properly with modest power amplifiers, with a rated power handling of 80 W (120 W maximum). The variable impedance of 4 to 8 Ω should be taken into account depending on the associated amplifier.

With its compact dimensions of 175 × 340 × 250 mm and a weight of 6.5 kg, the Courbet N°3 is suited to installation in a medium-sized room, placed on furniture or on dedicated Davis stands, available as an option. It is aimed at a listener seeking a French speaker, hand-assembled, for everyday musical listening rather than home cinema use.