The GLE lineup improves the iteration of the soft dome tweeter.  Previously the tweeters were made of a fabric dome.  Now the tweeters are made from a finer silk material, extending the high-end.  The company has also redesigned the drive geometry, magnet system and front plate.

The system contains the GLE 490 floorstanding model, which is a three-way bass reflex design.  The second floorstanding model, the GLE 470, is a 2-1/2 way design using 7-inch woofers.  The GLE 455 is the center channel, featuring two 6-1/4-inch woofers.  The GLE 430 is bookshelf speaker that contains a 7-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter.  The series also consists of the GLE 420 and 410 model compact/on-wall speakers.  Prices range from $499 to $1,399.