Jean-Marie Reynaud Auralis: The New Flagship Speakers from the French Brand

Experience the fusion of classic JMR heritage and modern engineering in the new Auralis flagship speakers.

A New Chapter in French Audio Excellence

When it comes to high-end audio, French brand Jean-Marie Reynaud Auralis floor standing speakers has always been a name to reckon with. Their latest creation, the floor-standing Auralis, marks a new era for the company—a beautifully crafted flagship speaker that blends the rich electro-acoustic legacy of JMR with fresh, ambitious engineering concepts.

As a longtime fan of JMR’s work, I remember the first time I heard their speakers—there was a certain warmth and precision that immediately drew me in. The new Auralis is no exception, promising to raise the bar even higher.

The Magic of the Triangular Transmission Line

One of the standout features of the Auralis is its signature triangular transmission line—a patented acoustic load design that’s become a defining trait for JMR speakers. But this isn't just about making the bass boom louder. Instead, this clever design focuses on harnessing the drivers’ energy with greater accuracy and naturalness.

The result? Bass that feels spatial, controlled, and clear—never just a standalone effect, but an organic part of the musical fabric. It’s like hearing your favorite songs with a new sense of depth and authenticity, where the low frequencies don’t overpower but enrich the overall soundscape.

Crafted for Sound and Stability

JMR has meticulously built the Auralis cabinet using HDF panels ranging from 25 to 40 millimeters thick, tailored to different stress points for extra strength. I find this attention to structural integrity fascinating because it directly affects how alive and dynamic the music feels. The internal damping is deliberately kept minimal to maintain that lively sound signature, yet selectively managed with viscoelastic materials to curb unwanted vibrations.

Tweeter Housing: A Sculptural Touch

Adding a unique visual and acoustic flair, the tweeter is housed in a separate epoxy resin enclosure. This material was chosen for its mechanical stability and inertness, which means the high frequencies are delivered with remarkable clarity and precision.

Beyond function, this design choice gives the upper part of the speaker a sculptural, almost artistic look—like a piece of modern art that just happens to fill your room with breathtaking sound.

The base of the Auralis is equally innovative, replacing conventional spikes with polymer isolators and Teflon pads for decoupling. This helps minimize floor vibrations, further enhancing sound purity.

Sophisticated Driver Setup

The Auralis is a 2.5-way speaker system featuring two mid-low frequency drivers working in tandem up to 220 Hz, which expands the effective radiating area and adds punchy energy to the low end. Above that, the top midrange driver takes over, feeding the signal to a 120mm AST tweeter at 1.8 kHz.

This driver arrangement is designed to blend seamlessly, delivering rich, detailed sound across a broad spectrum.

Handmade Crossover for Purity

Every Auralis speaker comes equipped with a fully handcrafted crossover, assembled without printed circuit boards. JMR opts for a minimalist approach here, using just a handful of premium components to reduce signal loss, phase shifts, and any coloring that might muddy the sound.

Notably, the crossover includes pure copper foil coils mounted on beechwood holders, ClarityCap PUR capacitors, and Path Audio resistors for tweeter damping—a recipe for transparency and precision.

Key Specs That Impress

• Sensitivity: 89 dB at 2.83V / 1m
• Minimum impedance: 4.3 Ohms
• Frequency response: 30 Hz to 28 kHz ±6 dB
• Power handling: 250 Watts continuous, up to 400 Watts peak
• Recommended amplifier power: 40 to 300 Watts

The Auralis is engineered to handle demanding musical passages with ease and finesse, perfect for audiophiles who crave both power and delicacy.

Availability and Pricing

Jean-Marie Reynaud plans to start delivering the Auralis floor-standing speakers by this fall. For those eager to add a flagship French masterpiece to their home audio setup, the asking price is about €18,000 per pair in Europe.

“Low frequencies in the Auralis should not be perceived as a separate effect but as an organic part of the musical canvas.” — Jean-Marie Reynaud

If you're passionate about high-end audio and appreciate the marriage of heritage craftsmanship with modern innovation, the Auralis is definitely worth a closer listen. How important is the sonic blend of tradition and innovation in your speaker choices?

FAQ

• What is unique about the Auralis’ transmission line?
  The triangular transmission line enhances bass performance by naturally utilizing driver energy for a precise, spatial low-frequency response.
• How is the cabinet constructed?
  Made from thick HDF panels (25-40 mm), the cabinet balances structural strength with minimal internal damping to maintain sound vitality.
• What kind of tweeter does the Auralis use?
  It uses a 120mm AST tweeter housed separately in an epoxy resin enclosure for improved mechanical stability and sound clarity.
• What power amplifier is recommended?
  Amplifiers in the range of 40 to 300 watts are ideal to drive the Auralis speakers effectively.
• When will the Auralis be available and at what price?
  Expected to ship in the fall, the speakers are priced around €18,000 per pair in Europe.

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