M-Audio BX5 D3 5-Inch Powered Studio Reference Monitor, Single

A studio monitor is not just an ordinary loudspeaker. Unlike conventional speakers, a true monitor offers pinpoint accuracy, with a flat frequency response and extremely low distortion. It reliably tells music producers exactly what's in their recordings. In a studio - grade monitor, there's no room for the common colorations and limitations of regular speakers. Issues like response peaks and dips, uneven polar response, high THD, nasal midrange, bloated mid - bass, and crossover - induced phase incoherence can undermine mix performance. **Monitor Performance Starts with Driver Excellence**: The drivers are the heart of a monitor's performance. The BX5 - D3's 5 - inch military - grade Kevlar® woofers, which drive the low - end and midrange, are both rigid and lightweight. They deliver outstanding transient response and prevent unwanted 'cone breakup'. The treated silk dome tweeter has low mass and no audible resonances, providing critical detail, nuance, and dynamic accuracy for your mixes. **More Than Just an Enclosure**: Every detail of the M - Audio BX5 - D3 is engineered for confident mixing. The rear - mounted bass port, with precise length and diameter, provides deep, defined bass with maximum extension and resolution. Combined with a smoothly - flared port, it reduces air turbulence at high SPLs. The tweeter in a custom waveguide ensures accurate dispersion and a wide, stable soundstage. The front - mounted positioning LED helps you find the perfect listening spot. The 'keyhole' front - panel design avoids driver attachment screw heads from interfering with sound. **High - Current, High Headroom Class A/B Bi - Amplified Power**: Two Class A/B internal amplifiers power the woofer and tweeter separately. Each is optimized for its frequency range and complements the other driver. A precision - tuned crossover ensures cohesive sound across the frequency spectrum. This bi - amplified design is more efficient and accurate than using a single full - range amplifier. **Tailor - Made Sound**: M - Audio understands that no two listening spaces are the same. The BX5 - D3 monitors adjust the sound to your environment. Use the Acoustic Space control to reduce problematic bass frequencies and limit standing waves. **Connectivity Covered**: The BX5 - D3 easily integrates into your existing setup. With rear - mounted XLR and 1/4 - inch balanced inputs, it connects to most studio equipment like audio interfaces, mixers, and DJ gear. **It’s Far More Than The Sum of Its Parts**: The M - Audio BX5 - D3 monitors are the worthy successor to the original studio icon. With great drivers, engineered enclosures, good - sounding amplifiers, versatile controls, and standardized connections, it delivers trustworthy sound quality. **Key Features**: - Bi - amplified design with 100 watts (60 LF, 40 HF) for powerful, accurate sound - 5” Kevlar low - frequency driver with high - temp voice coil and damped rubber surround - 1” natural silk dome tweeter for superb transient details - New computer - optimized tweeter waveguide for precise imaging - Acoustic Space Control to fine - tune low - end response - Optimized rear port for extended low - frequency response - XLR balanced and 1/4” balanced/unbalanced inputs for various equipment - Volume control for perfect playback level - Ultra - wide 52 - 35kHz frequency response for full musical spectrum - Front panel LED for ideal monitor angle positioning **Technical Specifications**: - TYPE: 2 - way near - field studio reference monitors - LOW FREQ. DRIVER: 5 inch (127mm) Kevlar curved cone, high - temperature voice coil, damped rubber surround, magnetically shielded - HIGH FREQ. DRIVER: 1 inch (25mm) magnetically shielded natural silk dome - FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 52 Hz - 35 kHz - CROSSOVER FREQUENCY: 2.5kHz - LOW FREQ. AMPLIFIER POWER: 60W - HIGH FREQ. AMPLIFIER POWER: 40W - MAXIMUM PEAK SPL: 110 dB SPL - Full Bandwidth Pink Noise Measured - INPUT SENSITIVITY: - 10dBU - INPUT CONNECTORS: 1x XLR balanced, 1x TRS balanced/unbalanced - INPUT IMPEDANCE: 10kΩ balanced, 20kΩ unbalanced - POLARITY: Positive signal at + input causes outward LF cone displacement - PROTECTION: RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, turn on/off transient, subsonic filter, external mains fuse - POWER: Voltage: 100 - 120V, 50/60 Hz / 220 - 240V, 50/60 Hz, Consumption: 100W - FUSE: 220 - 240V~ T1AL 250V / 100 - 120V~ T1.6AL 250V - CABINET: Vinyl - laminated high - acoustic - efficiency MDF - DIMENSIONS(WIDTH X DEPTH X HEIGHT): 6.9” x 7.8” x 10” / 176 x 197 x 254 mm - WEIGHT: 12.3 lbs, 5.6kg

Using the M - Audio BX5 D3 monitor is quite straightforward. First, connect it to your studio equipment like an audio interface, mixer, or DJ gear using the rear - mounted XLR or 1/4 - inch balanced inputs. You can adjust the volume to your liking using the volume control. The front - panel LED will light up when the speaker is at the ideal monitor angle, helping you find the best listening position. When it comes to the Acoustic Space control, use it to fine - tune the low - end response according to your room. If you notice any problematic bass frequencies or standing waves, this control can help reduce their impact. Here are some important things to keep in mind. Make sure to use the correct power settings. The monitor can work with both 100 - 120V and 220 - 240V power supplies, but choose the appropriate voltage based on your location. Also, be aware of the protection features. The monitor has safeguards against RF interference, over - temperature, and other issues, but don't overload it. For maintenance, keep the monitor clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Avoid getting the monitor wet or exposing it to extreme temperatures. If you're not using it for a long time, it's a good idea to unplug it from the power source to save energy and prevent any potential electrical problems.