DeVore Fidelity micr/O Speakers

For a 10-inch-cube stand-mount, the micr/O delivers substantial slam and a palpable, chest-level impact according to the review. It does, however, need nearby wall reinforcement to reach its claimed 50Hz extension reliably, and it thrives close to room boundaries.

The midrange made the strongest early impression, described as realistic, natural and relaxed in a manner that recalls admired BBC-inspired designs. The reviewer also heard convincing neutrality, inner detail and no obvious omissions on familiar recordings.

Treble is described as genuinely musical, smooth and refined, complementing the speaker's natural midrange rather than calling attention to itself. There is a touch of warmth, but the reviewer found it well judged rather than excessive.

The micr/O produced an unbelievably large soundstage for its dimensions. Moving it closer to the rear wall reportedly firmed the bass while making the stage spread wider and become more sharply defined, so setup has a meaningful effect on its presentation.

Bass notes have enough slam to be physically felt, giving this compact speaker a notably punchy character when positioned correctly. The review also notes that familiar passages continued to reveal new details, though there is little direct discussion of large-scale headroom.

The review calls the compact 10-inch cube gorgeous and specifically highlights its thick birch-ply baffle and precise CNC machining. Long-term durability and internal construction are not discussed in detail.

At $3,950 per pair, the micr/O is positioned as the smallest and least expensive model in the Orangutan range. The reviewer highly recommends it and was impressed by how satisfying these small monitors were for a seasoned audiophile, although the review does not directly compare its price with competing speakers.