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Alesis M1 Active 520 2-Way Near Field Monitor (75 Watts)

Get incredible definition and flat frequency response from the high-precision drivers of the M1 Active 520, a monitor from Alesis.

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The Alesis M1 Active 520 is a newly designed, affordable, high-precision active reference monitor with Bass Density control and EQ. The M1 Active series offers incredible definition and flat frequency response from the high-precision drivers and a professionally crafted crossover. The cabinet and drivers have been redesigned for a bold new look and even greater sonic clarity.

The M1 Active 520 has a 1 in. thick front baffle, which minimizes speaker resonance, and the visually stunning acoustic waveguide evenly disperses high-frequency sound across your control room. The M1 Active includes new Bass Density technology, which allows you to tailor these monitors to any room's acoustics. The distinctive top-mounted power/clip indicator lets you know if the speaker is clipping.

The M1 Active 520 features a 75-Watt amplifier and a 5 in. low frequency woofer.

Features

- 5 in. low frequency woofer for clear bass and midrange
- 1 in. silk dome tweeter for clear highs without ear-fatiguing harshness
- High-precision drivers offer lower distortion and smoother frequency response
- Acoustical waveguide for superior imaging with minimal diffraction
- 1 in. thick front baffle virtually eliminates speaker resonance
- Magnetically shielded for close placement to video monitors in computer based music production studios
- 1/4 in. TRS connector with volume control
- Low Frequency Density Switch for acoustic space adjustment of the monitors
- Rear port design provides deep bass extension and increased SPL
- Hi, Mid, and Low Frequency EQ switches to accommodate user preference and sub-woofers
- Top mounted, integrated Power Switch/Clip Light Bar zZounds is an authorized dealer of Alesis products.

- Bi-amplified Design / Tweeter - 25W, woofer - 50W
- Woofer. 5" lightweight, magnetically-shielded, ultra-stiff polypropylene cone with rubber surround and high power handling voice coil.
- Tweeter. 3/4" silk dome with magnetic shielding.
- Frequency Response. 56 Hz - 20 kHz
- Crossover Frequency. 2.8 kHz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio. >100 dB below full output, unweighted.
- Inputs. XLR and 1/4" supporting both balanced and unbalanced cabling.
- Polarity. Positive signal on "+" pin creates forward cone displacement.
- Input Impedance. 20k ohms balanced or 10k ohms unbalanced.
- Input Sensitivity. 85 mV noise (pink) produces 90 dB(A) output SPL at 1 meter. Gain knob turned fully clockwise (maximum).
- Dimensions (W x H x D). 6.5" x 10.5" x 7.75"
- Net Weight (each speaker). 13.0 lbs

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"Alesis M1 520 Active's easily destroy all other in the price range!!!"

Sound: Overall, these speakers are great! A bit bright out of the box causing a little ear fatigue on highs but, just because they are still being broken in. They do a great job though and I have already found several bits in my recordings that I never heard before (good and bad!). I wouldn't recommend them for non studio use as they are pretty flat but again, that's their job right?!I love them and they are great for a small studio or editing bay. Much better than anything else I have heard under $700. (Quick note...M-audio's Bx5a have no low end & Yamaha 5" are way to bright so, these guys already had my vote before I checked out others which they stil crippled) Feature: High, Mid, & Bass boost adjustments on the back are a great option. The Gain dials would have been better served on the front rather than back for ease of use but, a little tweaking gets them properly aligned. Light on top looks cool but, is also a very useful reminder to shutdown plus turns red when you're overloading...nice. Ease of Use: Easy to hook up, striaght forward design and very easy to figure out controls. Superb right out of the box. Plug-n-Play. Even come with power cords which M-Audio does not. Quality: These little guys feel awesome. They are really heavy/solid for their size and buttons/dials all feel solid, not 'loose' like on other designs. Value: You are getting a great product for a great value. I checked out KRK Rockit 5's & 8's(which come heavily recommended if you go to GC), M-Audio Bx5a & Bx8a, Mackie, Yamaha 5's & 8's, & Samson...These rocked them all! The M-Audio Bxa8 and the Rockit 8's had the best bass of the lot but, they are 8's and these Alesis are very close, making up for what they lack being smaller with great features and better overall sound. The Alesis killed Mackie, Samson, & even Yamaha (on the bass end, although Yams had better mids)The big thing is, overall these guys slaughtered overall the same size and larger of the competition! Plus, they are like $200. -300. bucks less!!! Manufacturer Support: Not sure yet and hopefully I won't have to be right? I have read about the capacitors going on these so perhaps I have to deal with that down the road. Fingers are crossed for good luck. The Wow Factor: Very pleasing on the eye! Sleak silver fronts spill over the hardened black casing highlited by the neon blue glow emitting from the crown. Overall: I will gladly use these 520's for as long as they will allow however, I can see within the next year or two looking for something a little bassier to go along with these for reference reasons only.

Style of Music: Electronica, Ambient, Drum n Bass, Jungle

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Sound: It sounds really good.The bass is great since I can adjust to my room and it's right against the wall, it's more than I need. The high are great and so are the mids. Feature: The light on the top reminds me to turn it off when I turn off my computer. Since this is shielded, I keep it right next to my CRT monitor, and no noise or interference. Ease of Use: You have to turn on/off few switches to adjust to your room, which is great for people like me with no acoustic design in the room. Quality: Great for home speaker. This thing is quite heavy, nothing like M-Audio which are light and plasticy. Value: A++++ Manufacturer Support: Have to wait for a year or two after it break down. The Wow Factor: Cool looks with black and white design. Overall: I'll buy another one since it's the pefect I need and want.

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