BX8 Reference Monitors Join Studiophile Lineup
 September 27, 2002
M-Audio announced the new Studiophile BX8 reference monitors.
The BX8s are the latest in the Studiophile series, offering 130 watts of bi-amped near-field technology.
Integral to the design of the BX8s is the concept that monitors should be
able to adapt to any changes in placement or work environment. Since a
monitor's bass response can change depending upon proximity to walls, the
BX8s' Acoustic Space control section allows users to optimize the monitors'
performance--no matter whether they need to go on stands, on a bookshelf or
in the corners. Users can also adjust the high-frequency response to
compensate for reflective surfaces like glass. The Presence control provides
an automatic mid-range boost for added flexibility. The BX8s even include
variable low-frequency roll-off to optimize response at crossover points
when adding a subwoofer like the Studiophile SP-8S.
The BX8 makes use of a synergistic active design and
integration of all elements, differing from some systems comprised of separate components. The BX8s' bi-amped
design enhances fidelity by sending only the optimal frequencies to
the high and low drivers. The integral crossover network and power
amplifiers deliver flat frequency response, smooth transition in the
crossover region, minimal distortion and maximized power handling.
The BX8s' sound also owes to the use of quality
components. The 1-inch natural silk high-frequency drivers employ a flush
design and electronic time alignment with the low-frequency driver,
resulting in controlled dispersion for superior three-dimensional imaging.
The high-frequency drivers also employ ferrofluid cooling and internal
damping to minimize resonance. The 8-inch low-frequency drivers feature
mineral-filled polypropylene cones with high-temperature tolerant voice
coils and damped rubber surrounds. All drivers are magnetically shielded for
desktop music production. The tooled rear Sub-Frequency Ports reduce
low-frequency turbulence and optimize driver excursion for amazing bass
despite the BX8s' small footprint.
BX8 Specs
- Type: Two-way near-field studio reference monitors
- Low-frequency driver: 8-inch polypropylene curved cone
- High-frequency driver: 1-inch natural silk dome
- LF Amplifier Power: 65W (EIA RS-490 dynamic power)
- HF Amplifier Power: 65W (EIA RS-490 dynamic power)
- Crossovers: 4th-order Linkwitz Riley for smooth frequency response
- Crossover Frequency: 1.25kHz
- 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: 37Hz - 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: 14.97 in. (h) x 9.85 in. (w) x 11.82 in. (d)
- Weight: 20.32 lbs./unit (without packing)
The Studiophile BX8s are expected ship in the beginning of October and will
retail for $599.95 MSRP per pair.
For more information, visit their web site at www.midiman.net. |
