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M-Audio BX5A Deluxe Active Studio Monitors

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The Studiophile BX5A Deluxe monitors update the best-selling M-Audio BX5A systems with a variety of enhancements. New waveguides deliver excellent imaging. Custom amplifier tuning enhances the integration between the high and low frequencies, delivering refined spectral balance and a smoother response. A new low-frequency transducer in the BX5A Deluxe system adds extra definition to the bass response. Learn More...

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MAudio BX5 Powered Monitors

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The BX5s are the latest in the popular Studiophile series that delivers exceptional quality and professional sound at affordable prices. The BX5s offer 5.25 in. low-frequency drivers, 1 in. high-frequency drivers, and 75 watts of bi-amped near-field technology at a fraction of the cost of other monitors their size.

Features:
Active design with integral crossover and amplification

Silk high-frequency drivers incorporate ferro-fluid cooling and internal damping technologies to minimize resonance

Low-frequency drivers feature mineral-filled polypropylene cones with high-temperature tolerant voice coils and damped rubber surrounds

Electronic time alignment of drivers delivers controlled dispersion for superior three-dimensional imaging

All drivers are magnetically shielded for desktop music production

Tooled rear Sub-Frequency Ports reduce low-frequency turbulence and optimize driver excursion for amazing bass in a small footprint

Monitors that Adapt to Your Needs
Your monitors should be able to adapt to any changes in placement or work environment. That's just what the BX5s do. Since a monitor's bass response can change depending upon proximity to walls, the BX5s Acoustic Space control section allows you to optimize their performance -- no matter whether you need to put them on stands, on a bookshelf or in the corners. You can also adjust the high-frequency response to compensate for reflective surfaces like glass. The presence control gives you an automatic mid-range boost for added flexibility. There's even a variable low-frequency roll-off to optimize response at crossover points when adding a subwoofer like the Studiophile SP-8S.

The 1 in. natural silk high-frequency drivers employs a flush design and electronic time alignment with the low-frequency driver, resulting in controlled dispersion for superior 3-dimensional imaging. The tooled rear Sub-Frequency Ports reduce low-frequency turbulence and optimize driver excursion for amazing bass in a small footprint.

The Affordable New Standard in Reference Monitoring
The Studiophile line proves that world-class reference monitors don't have to cost a fortune. Integral bi-amplification and crossover networks distribute the optimal frequencies to the high and low drivers for superior performance over component systems. Benefits include flatter frequency response, reduced distortion and maximized power handling. The optional SP-8S subwoofer extends accurate low-frequency reproduction to deliver bass you feel as well as hear. The bottom line: The Studiophiles deliver exceptional quality at a fraction of the cost of other monitors their size.

Acoustic Space Control Adapts Monitors to Your Needs
Your monitors should be able to adapt to any changes in placement or work environment. That's just what Acoustic Space Control does in the BX8s and BX5s. Since a monitor's bass response can change depending upon proximity to walls, this control section allows you to optimize performance -- no matter whether you need to put your Studiophiles on stands, on a bookshelf or in the corners. You can also adjust the high-frequency response to compensate for reflective surfaces like glass. The presence control gives you an automatic mid-range boost for added flexibility. There's even a variable low-frequency roll-off to optimize response at crossover points when adding a subwoofer like the Studiophile SP-8S.

Technical Info

Type: 2-way near-field studio reference monitors

Low-frequency drivers: 5.25 in. magnetically shielded mineral-filled polypropylene cones, high-temperature tolerant voice coils and damped rubber surrounds

High-frequency drivers: 1 in. swivel-mounted natural silk domes incorporating magnetic shielding, ferro-fluid and internal damping technologies

LF Amplifier Power: 38W (EIA RS-490 dynamic power)

HF Amplifier Power: 38W (EIA RS-490 dynamic power)

Crossovers: 4th-order Linkwitz Riley for smooth frequency response

Crossover Frequency: 3kHz

Low-frequency rolloff: 6th-order filter optimizes maximum driver excursion

Input Connectors: XLR balanced, TRS balanced/unbalanced

Input Sensitivity: 85 mV pink noise input produces 90dBA output SPL at one meter with volume control at maximum

Input Impedance: 20k ohms balanced, 10K ohms unbalanced

Protection: RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, transient on/off, subsonic filter, external main fuse

S/N Ratio: > 100dB below full output, 'A' weighted

Frequency Response: 56Hz - 20kHz

Power indicator: Power on/off indicator on front panel

Power Requirements: 115V/~60Hz or 230V/~50Hz (selectable); power via detachable 3-conductor line cord

Dimension: 9.85 in. (h) x 6.54 in. (w) x 7.88 in. (d)

Weight: 11 lbs./unit (without packing)

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MAudio BX5 Powered Monitors Reviews

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"great addition to my lab."
Feature:
the acoustic space controls work great. took me only a minute to understand and get them to fit my needs.

Quality:
havent had any problems yet and hope not to.

Value:
i think these are well worth the money. for real, these things are dope.

Desirability:
these are pretty sleek lookin, and i like the little blue LED light on the front. very professional. a fine addition to my studio.

Sound:
the sound is excellent! Far more intense than what i expected for $300. I've been hearing other people talk about these not delivering enough bass, but that must just depend on the size of ones studio. mine for instance is only 6X9, and these babies rock! Good thing my room is totally soundproof, or my son would definately be up all night!

Support:
no need yet.

Overall:
these are the first studio monitors i have ever bought, but believe me, i've done about four or five months of shoppin around in stores listening to different brands, reading up on the web, reviews, ect...these were my only choice, then again, remember...my studio is only 6X9.

Submitted: 06/19/2004
Style of Music: Hip Hop
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           9 out of 10
"Wonderder full product at a great price"
Feature:
ii still haven't learned the aucoustic space controll but love options!

Quality:
built like a rock very heavy and durable

Value:
best sound for 300 dollars

Desirability:
the blue light is hypnotizing

Sound:
I have had these monitors for 2 days and straight out of the box they have impressed me and for me the bass is not the best but if you put the monitors near a wall it becomes a little better. overall sound is superb for 300 bucks!

Support:
just got them but them, but the M audio site seems be very welcoming

Overall:
best sound u can get for $300

Submitted: 01/03/2005
Style of Music: Rock/Hip Hop
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