Nighthawk Speaker System No.1636

Nighthawk Speaker System No.1636 

Price: $75,000 USD per pair (plus shipping)

Lead Time: Made to order – please allow approximately 4 months for delivery.

Inquiries: Contact joseph_crowe@josephcrowe.com

Overview

The Nighthawk No.1636 is a bespoke, ultra-high-performance loudspeaker system designed to deliver uncompromising fidelity, scale, and musical engagement. Engineered for the discerning listener, this system combines cutting-edge driver technology with artisanal craftsmanship to create a reference-level audio experience.

Sound Characteristics

• Exceptionally precise and focused sound reproduction

• Benchmark timbral accuracy and vocal/instrument authenticity

• Outstanding coherency and soundstage depth

• Extremely high SPL output capability

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 26Hz – 30kHz

• System Sensitivity: 100dB (Anechoic) 

• Horn section: 200Hz – 20kHz

• Impedance: 16 ohms – ideal for tube amplification

• Crossover Points: 200Hz & 2.0kHz

• Weight: 300 lbs per speaker

Low Frequency Section

• 1000wpc Class D Hypex N-Core amplification

• Built-in DSP for room correction

• 12” bass reflex design

• Cabinet: 24mm Baltic birch plywood with powder-coated steel support

• Solid walnut side panels and 45mm thick base plinth

• ISO Acoustics GAIA I isolation feet embedded in the base

Midrange & High Frequency Section

• Proprietary hourglass horn for wide, controlled off-axis response

• Full ES curvature design for low diffraction and coloration

• Four ScanSpeak midrange drivers per cabinet

• 1.40” compression driver with a 3.00” voice coil for high frequencies

• Precision CNC-machined horn from solid hardwood

Physical Support Structure

• Custom cast aluminum legs by OK Foundry

• Durable black powder-coated finish

• Fitted with ISO Acoustics GAIA I isolation feet

Reviews 

Adam June 27, 2025

"I was referred to Troy by a friend who knew that I wanted to level up on my speakers. Once I saw the Nighthawks on the Joseph Crowe website, I knew immediately that I was headed down the correct path for me.

 After speaking with Troy for the first time, I was convinced that this is my path. So I put my deposit down after working through some details like how sensitive the speaker needed to be for my amplification, ranging from 2-8 watts. Troy was very interested in how I listen to music, what kind of music, and how music makes me feel.

 Troy was super knowledgeable and excited to take on the project, so that in turn made me excited. Once I was slotted in his production schedule, and as each step progressed, I received pictures, videos, and or a text message updating me, usually weekly.

 From the start, Troy was incredibly easy to deal with. Troy is very humble and unassuming, and he asks a lot of questions. He makes no assumptions. The build process went exactly as he initially described. Easy interactions start to finish.

 I opted to pay for the setup option at my house. Troy arrived a day after the speakers were delivered to my house. I installed the speakers with a couple of friends so that Troy can show up and do his thing.

 Troy’s setup lasted about 4 hours and I left him alone so that he could really focus. He finally called me in and we started listening and he had everything dialed in. This interactive experience with the speaker designer as it is being tuned is a real treat and I would highly recommend this option.

 I spent a lot of time over a period of two days with Troy and he is a very talented designer with a terrific ear for music. He’s also a very mellow and cool person. We shared a few meals together talking about music and life. I feel that I can call Troy up at any time to discuss music among many other subjects.

 This has been the single most important audio purchase in my pursuit for fidelity. This speaker purchase has been the biggest upgrade to my system ever!!!!

 I have had the privilege of hearing a few world class systems in my life and I believe that I am now in that position of listening to a world class pair of speakers on a daily basis.

 Thank you Troy! Your efforts on this build have enhanced my listening experience and also enhanced my life."