"[...] The Teufel Ultima 40 MK3 2018 offer a lot of bang for your euro. The first impressions you get are of a fundamentally warm sound and crisp bass. The lows sound punchy and are well-defined, though not overdone.""The Ultima 40 MK3 from Teufel Audio have not only undergone cosmetic changes, but were a big step up sonically. Visually, the speakers make a strong impression with their clear lines. And from a technical standpoint, the solid construction plays up to their strengths for both small and large rooms. With neutral dynamics, the speakers are just as well suited to orchestral recordings as pop music. Anyone on the hunt for bargains has come to the right place.."
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Highlights

Why we love this product
The all-star lineup that can do no wrong. Only Teufel can give you this much Surround Sound for this little money. Featuring of course our most popular floor-standing speaker, the Ultima.
Key advantages at a glance
- High-end 5.1 home cinema set with our bestselling ULTIMA 40 speakers
- Immersive high-quality sound for home cinema, music and gaming with precise spatial positioning of all sound events
- Tweeter with phase plug for optimized sound dispersion and more balanced dynamics
- Powerful subwoofer can be configured as front- or down-firing, optional wireless connection
- 3-way system with two extremely heavy-duty subwoofers for distortion free playback at any volume
- ULTIMA 20 as rear speaker, centre speaker with double mid-range driver for crisp, intelligible dialogue
- Large 25 mm tweeter with phase plug and wave guide for detailed imaging
- Compatible with all AV receivers, can be placed on stands, shelves or wall-mounted
Features
All technologies at a glance
The top seller from Berlin
For years, the ULTIMA series has been a byword for excellent price to performance ratio. You won't get this much sound for this little money anywhere else. Featuring superior audio technologies, the ULTIMA series delivers perfectly balanced playback to increase your enjoyment of all genres of music, as well as gaming and of course films. We hear just that all the time from enthusiastic industry journalists and customers. The new ULTIMAs can be easily recognized by the label over the tweeter.




Spectacular immersion
At Teufel, all our bundles are designed for finely-tuned high-fidelity playback. As a result, you can experience immersive soundscapes for movies, enjoy rousing concert atmosphere on Blu-ray, and hear exactly where those footsteps are coming from in video games.
Developed in Berlin
Product development for the ULTIMA series, like all our other speaker series, is completed start to finish here in our Berlin labs and anechoic chambers. After years of cross-team refinement and optimization including a healthy dose of customer feedback, the ULTIMA 40 is a true marvel of engineering.
Tweeter with phase plug and waveguide
Two features that are nearly unheard of at this price point are the tweeter's built in phase plug and waveguide, providing for extreme precision in the high-frequency range.
Mitigates phase interference near the tweeter by directing waves outward toward the listener, enhancing response at high-frequency bandpasses.

Exactingly guides each individual sound, keeping all instruments and voices crisp, clear, and distinct.
All around unbeatable
Whether serving as a standalone bookshelf speaker or rear speaker in a surround set, the ULTIMA 20 does not compromise. It fits on a bookshelf, can be placed on a stand, or mounted on a wall. Both visually and sonically, it's the perfect match for its big sister.
Finish
Pristinely finished. Made from sturdy MDF with internal struts, Teufel speakers feature long-lasting timeless design.
T 10 Subwoofer
For the first time Teufel offers a subwoofer that can be configured in either front- or down-firing modes. Don't let the 150-Watts fool you. The new Class-D amplifier's high efficiency and extremely low noise mean it can go toe-to-toe with any 300-Watt amplifier.
- High-end-class active subwoofer, configurable in front- and down-firing modes
- 250 mm diameter subwoofer
- Power: 150-Watt, highly efficient Class-D power amplifier with low power consumption
- Automatic on and off
- Wide variety of settings and circuit breaker
- Can be positioned horizontally or vertically with universal feet
- Integrated wireless module - compatible with CINEBAR Pro, DUETT, TRIOS and IMPAQ receivers. Denon/Marantz or Yamaha/Pioneer receivers require the Subwoofer Wireless Transmitter.
Design and materials
We took no shortcuts when it came to optimizing our ULTIMA speakers. Here are the highlights of our new range:
3-way system
The cornerstone of its excellent sound lies in the design of our 3-way system, which resulted from years of development. The drivers work together in harmony across all frequency ranges, resulting in extremely smooth and clear sound production.
Included components
- 1 × Centre speaker UL 40 C Mk3 18 – Black
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2 × Floor speaker UL 40 Mk3 18 (pc.)
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Black
- 1 × Grill with logo for UL 40 Mk3 18 + UL 40 A Mk2 – Black
- 1 × red rubber feet (4x) for UL 20/40 Mk3 18
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1 × Pair Shelf speaker UL 20 Mk3 18
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Black
- 2 × UL 20 Mk3 18 bookshelf speaker (pc.) – Black
- 2 × red rubber feet (4x) for UL 20/40 Mk3 18
- 2 × grill for UL 20 Mk3 18 – Black
- 1 × T 10 Subwoofer – Black
Specifications
Accessories
Necessary accessories
Connecting cables are not included with this delivery
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Expert reviews
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"...a big step up."
modernhifi.de 04/12/2018"[...] The Teufel Ultima 40 MK3 2018 offer a lot of bang for your euro. The first impressions you get are of a fundamentally warm sound and crisp bass. The lows sound punchy and are well-defined, though not overdone.""The Ultima 40 MK3 from Teufel Audio have not only undergone cosmetic changes, but were a big step up sonically. Visually, the speakers make a strong impression with their clear lines. And from a technical standpoint, the solid construction plays up to their strengths for both small and large rooms. With neutral dynamics, the speakers are just as well suited to orchestral recordings as pop music. Anyone on the hunt for bargains has come to the right place.."
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"Visually, and sonically, this speaker was a real gas."
Connect 08/01/2019"It played dynamically and painted a very vivid sound image. Even when the playback felt a bit boxed in and Marla Glen's voice came through with a bit of extra color, this speaker made a pleasant impression compared to its 2016 predecessor thanks to its somewhat airier high-frequency reproduction. This provided the soundstage with a more spacious feel..." "Visually, and sonically, this speaker was a real gas."
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"...this is a pair of sublime tower speakers, up there with [many] popular consumer audio brands."
Outer Audio 05/2019"If you’re looking for something different, then the Teufel Ultima 40 is certainly one to check out. I put these on par with the Klipsch R-24F. However, I would say the R-24F has a more controlled bass response than the Ultima 40. If you’re looking for a stereo pair, then you should definitely consider the Ultima 40 Active over the passive model. You’ll get better value for money by not having to spend extra on an amplifier and cabling as well as a more efficient speaker with factory fitted and tested amplification. If you’re looking for a full surround sound system, you have the option of the 5.1 Ultima Series which is an absolute gem of a system and also very affordable for the size and quality you get."Read more at: https://www.outeraudio.com/teufel-ultima-40-review/More... Collapse details...
Downloads & support
Downloadable documents
- Operating instructions: Pair Shelf speaker UL 20 Mk3 18
- Declaration of conformity: Pair Shelf speaker UL 20 Mk3 18
- Operating instructions: T 10 Subwoofer
- Declaration of conformity: T 10 Subwoofer
- Operating instructions: Centre speaker UL 40 C Mk3 18
- Declaration of conformity: Centre speaker UL 40 C Mk3 18
- Operating instructions: Floor speaker UL 40 Mk3 18 (pc.)
- Declaration of conformity: Floor speaker UL 40 Mk3 18 (pc.)