HECO In Vita 9 – Floorstanding Speakers (Pair)
Elegant German floorstanders with powerful, articulate bass and refined detail. The HECO In Vita 9 are 3-way bass reflex floorstanding speakers – sold as a pair – combining triple 6.5" woofers, a dedicated midrange and the new Fluktus tweeter in a slim, beautifully finished cabinet. They deliver a spacious, dynamic and controlled sound that suits both demanding music listening and cinematic home theatre.
- Premium 3-way bass reflex design with three 6.5" woofers for deep, controlled bass
- New 28 mm Fluktus silk dome tweeter with multi-wave aluminium front plate for precise dispersion
- High 92 dB sensitivity and 4–8 Ω impedance for easy amplifier matching
- Rugged, low-resonance MDF cabinet with high-gloss front/top and silk-matte side panels
- 240 W RMS / 380 W max power handling with recommended amplifier power 30–380 W
Product Overview
The HECO In Vita 9 sits at the top of the In Vita range as a premium floorstanding loudspeaker that blends modern engineering with refined industrial design. Each speaker uses a 3-way bass reflex configuration with three 6.5" bass drivers, a dedicated 6.5" midrange and a 28 mm Fluktus silk dome tweeter. The specially shaped multi-wave aluminium front plate of the tweeter optimises dispersion, providing an even, stable sound field across a wide listening area.
HECO’s kraft paper cones in the midrange and bass units are chosen for their combination of stiffness, low weight and natural tonal balance. Die-cast aluminium baskets, long-stroke surrounds and heavy-duty voice coils ensure low distortion and high power handling. The cabinet itself is heavily braced and uses a trio of flow-optimised reflex ports to extend low-frequency response down to 23 Hz while minimising port noise.
Listening Experience
The In Vita 9 pair offers a full-bodied, detailed and highly engaging listening experience. The three bass drivers deliver deep, authoritative low frequencies with excellent grip and definition, giving drums, bass guitar and electronic textures convincing impact without sounding boomy.
The dedicated midrange driver provides an open, natural midband with lifelike vocals and realistic instrumental timbres. HECO’s Fluktus tweeter adds a smooth yet detailed top end, with airy treble and fine micro-detail that never becomes aggressive. The amplitude- and phase-optimised crossover, including a switchable +2 dB treble boost, ensures seamless integration between drivers and lets you fine-tune the top end to your room and taste.
The soundstage is wide and deep, with precise imaging that holds together at both low and high volumes, making the In Vita 9 equally impressive with intimate acoustic recordings and large-scale orchestral or rock productions.
Recommended Room Size
Thanks to their substantial cabinet volume, triple woofers and high power handling, the In Vita 9 are ideal for medium to large rooms:
- Dedicated listening rooms where full-range performance is desired
- Larger living rooms and open-plan spaces
- Home cinema setups where the front left/right need real scale and dynamics
The front baffle and relatively narrow footprint help them integrate visually, while the multiple bass drivers ensure they can energise the room without strain.
Amplifier Pairing
With a sensitivity of 92 dB (2.8 V / 1 m) and an impedance of 4–8 Ω, the HECO In Vita 9 are relatively easy to drive but genuinely benefit from quality amplification. They are rated for 240 W RMS / 380 W max power handling with a recommended amplifier output of 30–380 W.
For optimal results:
- Integrated or power amplifiers in the 70–200 W per channel range provide excellent control and headroom.
- Stable amplifiers with good current delivery will exploit the 4–8 Ω design and keep the triple woofers tight and articulate.
- Warmer-sounding amps can underline their rich, engaging character, while neutral designs highlight their clarity and dynamic capability.
Whether partnered with a refined stereo integrated amplifier or a robust AV receiver, the In Vita 9 respond clearly to upstream upgrades, making them a solid choice for systems that will evolve over time.
Ideal Applications
- Audiophile two-channel systems focused on both detail and impact
- High-quality front channels in a HECO-based surround or home cinema system
- Music and movie systems in larger rooms where compact speakers lack authority
- Setups where elegant, slim floorstanders must also deliver true full-range performance
Technical Specifications
- Type: 3-way bass reflex floorstanding speakers (pair)
- Enclosure principle: Bass reflex with three flow-optimised reflex ports
- High-frequency driver: 1 × 28 mm (1.1") Fluktus silk dome tweeter with aluminium multi-wave front plate
- Midrange driver: 1 × 6.5" (170 mm) kraft paper cone, die-cast aluminium basket
- Bass drivers: 3 × 6.5" (170 mm) kraft paper cone woofers
- Sensitivity: 92 dB (2.8 V / 1 m)
- Impedance: 4–8 Ω
- Frequency response: 23–43,000 Hz
- Crossover frequencies: 350 Hz, 3,000 Hz
- Power handling (RMS / Max): 240 / 380 W
- Recommended amplifier output: 30–380 W
- Crossover: Amplitude and phase optimised, high-quality components, tweeter level switch (linear / +2 dB)
- Connections: Gold-plated, encapsulated bi-wiring / bi-amping terminals
- Cabinet: Heavily braced MDF, high-gloss lacquer front and top, silk-matte sides and rear
- Grilles: Removable fabric grilles with invisible magnetic attachment
- Base: Stable aluminium crossbars with height-adjustable metal cone spikes
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 205 × 1120 × 375 mm (cabinet); 290 × 1150 × 393 mm (incl. base and terminals)
- Weight: 27.7 kg per speaker
- Finishes: Piano Black, Piano White
Why Choose the HECO In Vita 9 (Pair)?
The HECO In Vita 9 pair is an excellent choice if you want slim, stylish floorstanders that deliver true full-range performance with real dynamic authority. With triple bass drivers, a dedicated midrange, the advanced Fluktus tweeter, generous power handling and flexible bi-wiring/bi-amping options, they provide a powerful yet refined foundation for ambitious stereo and home cinema systems in larger living spaces.
