{"product_id":"brass-phase-plug-for-ogy-gold-plated","title":"Closer Acoustics Brass Phase Plug for Ogy - Gold Plated","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrass Phase Plug (Gold Plated)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, please verify that your OGY speakers are equipped with a removable phase plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe OGY Brass Phase Plug is compatible only with EMS LB5 drivers featuring a removable M5 threaded phase plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA small number of early production EMS LB5 drivers were manufactured with a permanently fixed phase plug instead of the later threaded M5 version. These drivers cannot be upgraded by simply replacing the phase plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to check?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimply try to unscrew the existing wooden phase plug by turning it counter-clockwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf it unscrews, your OGY is compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf it does not move, do not force it. Your driver most likely belongs to the early fixed version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility cannot be determined reliably by the production year of your loudspeakers. During production, both driver versions were used. The only reliable way to verify compatibility is to check whether the existing phase plug can be unscrewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure, please contact us before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe OGY Brass Phase Plug is precision-machined from solid brass and finished with durable gold plating to protect the surface against oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts geometry is identical to the original wooden phase plug developed by EMS specifically for the LB5 full-range driver. Only the material has changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the geometry determines how high-frequency wavefronts propagate around the phase plug, the material influences the interaction at its surface through its stiffness, acoustic impedance and internal damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe objective was never to change the character of OGY, but to refine it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eListeners typically describe the result as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003esmoother and more natural high frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ecleaner cymbals and percussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003emore realistic decay of metallic instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eimproved sense of air and spatial openness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003egreater overall refinement without altering the loudspeaker’s tonal balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe unmistakable character of OGY remains exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined solid brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGold-plated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eM5 thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatible with EMS LB5 drivers equipped with a removable threaded phase plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSold as a matched pair (2 pcs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation takes only a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimply unscrew the original wooden phase plugs and replace them with the brass versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo modifications, adhesives or special tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The brass phase plug is available as an optional upgrade for existing OGY owners. Every new pair of OGY loudspeakers ordered with the optional brass phase plugs is also supplied with the original wooden phase plugs, allowing you to compare both versions at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stereopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56646090326356,"sku":null,"price":1320.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/5911\/3731\/files\/Dyfuzormosiadz2sk_ca15d73f-75a5-48cf-aa85-114811db169f.jpg?v=1785572021","url":"https:\/\/www.stereopolis.com\/en-pl\/products\/brass-phase-plug-for-ogy-gold-plated","provider":"Stereopolis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}