Description

The Indiana Line Nota 740 X is a 2-way center speaker designed specifically for medium-sized home theater systems, where dialogue reproduction requires clarity and naturalness. The symmetrical configuration with dual 107 mm polypropylene midwoofers and 26 mm dome tweeters ensures clear vocal reproduction and excellent horizontal sound dispersion. The rear bass reflex port reduces internal resonances that could compromise vocal intelligibility, while high-quality components in the crossover network – air coils and foil capacitors – ensure crystal-clear, distortion-free highs.

Crafted with milled side panels and a vinyl covering available in light walnut or black oak, this hi-fi center speaker combines the elegance of Italian design with sonic performance that surpasses its price point. It integrates seamlessly with other models in the Nota series such as the Nota 550 X floorstanders or the Nota 260 X bookshelf speakers, allowing you to build a cohesive system compatible with advanced standards such as DTS:X . With an impedance of 4-8 ohms and a sensitivity of 92 dB, the Nota 740 X requires an amplifier between 30 and 100 W to fully express its dynamic and emotional capabilities.

Specifications

Diffuser type	passive
Sensitivity	92 dB
Nominal impedance	4-8 ohms
Frequency response	60-22000
Route configuration	2
Cabinet type	bass reflex
Tweet	26mm dome tweeter (fabric, neodymium magnet)
Woofer	2x 107 mm midwoofer (polypropylene cone)
Crossover frequency	2600 Hz
Cabinet material	Milled side panels with vinyl cladding
Trim	Light Walnut, Black Oak
Dimensions (WxHxD)	400 x 130 x 235 mm
Weight	4.6 kg
Maximum manageable power	30-100
country of origin	Italy

About the brand

Indiana Line, founded in 1978 in Voghera, Pavia, represents one of Italy's leading high-fidelity brands. The Lombardy-based company has established itself in the international hi-fi scene as a manufacturer of premium loudspeakers, positioning itself in the mid-to-high end of the audiophile market with innovative technical solutions and distinctive Italian design.

Indiana Line's corporate philosophy is based on the constant pursuit of the perfect balance between faithful reproduction, refined aesthetics, and affordability. Since its inception, the Italian company has developed a unique expertise in designing loudspeakers that combine advanced technologies with premium materials, while maintaining a strong connection to traditional Italian craftsmanship. Indiana Line's production is distinguished by its attention to construction details, from the selection of transducers to the creation of solid wood cabinets, to the meticulous aesthetic finishes that make each speaker a classy furnishing accessory. The brand's primary goal is to democratize access to high fidelity, offering Italian and international audiophiles high-performance speakers without compromising on sound quality. This mission He led the development of proprietary technologies and innovative acoustic solutions that cemented Indiana Line's reputation for quality audio electronics.

Indiana Line's signature technologies include the "Diva System" woofer loading system, a patented configuration that optimizes the floorstanding speaker's frequency response through the use of calibrated rear reflex ports and multiple resonance chambers. The Italian company has also developed proprietary transducers with advanced composite membranes, including drivers with anodized aluminum cones and treated natural silk dome tweeters, ensuring crystal-clear and detailed sound reproduction. The Indiana Line passive crossover system uses selected high-quality components, including polypropylene capacitors and air-wound inductors, to ensure precise frequency separation and a fase coherent across the entire sound spectrum.

The Indiana Line product range focuses exclusively on loudspeakers, ranging from compact bookshelf models to generously sized three-way floorstanding systems. Indiana Line bookshelf speakers include two-way models with 13-16 cm woofers, ideal for small to medium-sized stereo systems, while floorstanding speakers include two-, three-, and four-way configurations with woofers up to 25 cm in diameter, designed to reproduce the lowest frequencies with authority and control. Indiana Line products are technically classified according to rigorous international standards, with power, impedance, and frequency response specifications certified through measurements in an anechoic chamber.

The Diva series represents the flagship of Indiana Line's production, featuring three-way floorstanding speakers that integrate a proprietary loading system for exceptional low-end extension. Diva line models feature 20-25 cm woofers with neodymium magnets and composite diaphragms, dedicated 13 cm midrange drivers for natural vocal reproduction, and 28 mm soft dome tweeters for detailed, never-fatiguing highs. The Arbour series, on the other hand, is aimed at audiophiles who prioritize aesthetics, with cabinets crafted from fine woods and gloss or satin finishes available in a variety of colors. Tesi line speakers combine high technical performance with compact dimensions, using professionally derived transducers in bookshelf configurations optimized for nearfield listening and the reproduction of music from high-resolution digital sources.

Indiana Line has received numerous awards from the Italian and international audio press, with positive reviews in magazines such as Suono, AudioReview, Stereoplay, and Hi-Fi World. The Indiana Line Diva 650 speakers won the "Best Buy" award from What Hi-Fi magazine for their excellent value in the floorstanding speaker category under €2000. The Arbour series won the "Design Award" at the Salone dell'Alta Fedeltà in Milan for its innovative use of solid wood and aesthetic attention to detail. International publications such as Stereo and Audio have praised the ability of Indiana Line speakers to reproduce different musical genres with equal proficiency, from classical to rock, from electronic to jazz, highlighting the versatility and tonal balance of the proprietary transducers.

Indiana Line's target audience includes discerning audiophiles, discerning music lovers, and hi-fi enthusiasts seeking superior performance speakers without reaching luxury price tags. Indiana Line's price range ranges from €400 for entry-level bookshelf models to €3500 for top-of-the-line floorstanding speakers, strategically positioning itself in the mid-to-high-end Italian high-fidelity market. The Lombardy-based company particularly targets audiophiles who prefer listening to acoustic, classical, and jazz music—genres that enhance the tonal qualities and natural reproduction of Indiana Line speakers—but also rock and contemporary music lovers who appreciate dynamic range and transient control.

Indiana Line's Italian distribution network relies on a select network of specialized high-fidelity retailers, present in major cities from North to South, guaranteeing qualified advice and the opportunity to listen in a dedicated environment. The distribution network includes historic stores such as AudiocostruzioniIndiana Line is a reference point for audiophiles who can evaluate Indiana Line speakers within complete hi-fi systems, from the best transistor integrated amplifiers available in the /product-category/amplifiers/transistor-integrated-amplifiers/ section to the refined tube integrated amplifiers in the /product-category/amplifiers/tube-integrated-amplifiers/ category. Indiana Line technical assistance is managed directly by the parent company through a dedicated customer service and a network of authorized centers for maintenance and repairs, guaranteeing professional after-sales support and original spare parts for all current and historic models. Audiophiles can consult the complete catalog of power amplifiers in the /product-category/amplifiers/power-amplifiers/ section for optimal pairings with Indiana Line speakers, or explore the pre- and power amplifier solutions available in /product-category/amplifiers/pre-amps/ for reference stereo systems. The versatility of Indiana Line floorstanding speakers, available at /product-category/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/, makes them compatible with a variety of systems, from analog sources such as turntables in the /product-category/sources/turntables/ category to modern digital players available at /product-category/sources/cd-sacd-dvd-players/, while the bookshelf models, available at /product-category/speakers/bookshelf-speakers/, offer compact solutions for every listening need. To complete their stereo system, audiophiles can explore the wide range of sources available at /product-category/sources/, pairing Indiana Line speakers with equally high-quality components.

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