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BX5A Deluxe II Active Studio Monitors

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BX5A Deluxe II Active Studio Monitors

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BX5A Deluxe II Active Studio Monitors
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The M-Audio BX studio monitor series is trusted by more musicians and recording professionals than any other.

Now, the BX5A D2 monitors extend this legacy with an elegant new design inside and out. M-Audio has leveraged technology from their high-end monitors to extend the frequency response and provide an even more natural listening experience. Custom, Class A/B analog amplifiers deliver superior dynamics and tonal accuracy across the frequency spectrum, while the latest-generation, woven Kevlar low-frequency drivers and wave-guide-loaded silk dome tweeters provide rich, defined sound.

With the BX5A D2, you'll enjoy the utmost accuracy in an engaging listening experience.

M-Audio BX5A D2 Features:

Bi-amplified design, with 130 watts of distributed power for cohesive, accurate sound
5 inch, low-frequency drivers with Kevlar cones for rich, defined lows
1 inch, high-frequency drivers with natural silk domes and integrated wave-guides for smooth, clear highs
Optimized rear ports for extended low-frequency response
Magnetic shielding eliminates interference with other electronic equipment
XLR balanced and 1/4 inch balanced/unbalanced inputs for connecting mixers, amplifiers, instruments, DJ gear and more
Volume control
Includes two isolation pads

Accurate and enjoyable
Whether you're recording, mixing or mastering, your monitors are your primary reference source. Accurate monitors let you hear exactly what's happening in your mixes and give you the assurance that your music will translate well to other listening environments. The M-Audio BX5A D2 monitors leverage a decade of monitor engineering expertise to deliver exceptional transparency and sonic definition, allowing you to enjoy marathon mixing sessions with minimal listening fatigue.

Designed for pros and beginners
Countless pros use M-Audio studio monitors to produce and mix the music and audio you hear every day. The BX5A D2's make that same design philosophy and technology available to anyone with a passion for great sound. BX5A D2 helps you understand what's in your mix so you can make better decisions about how it will translate across a wide variety of systems, from MP3 earbuds to car stereos to audiophile rigs.

Silk-dome, waveguide-loaded, high-frequency drivers
The high-frequency domes are made from natural silk to counter the audible ringing that is inherent in the poorly crafted, metallic materials often found in other monitors. The high-frequency driver is fully isolated from the rest of the enclosure to ensure minimum distortion, providing ultra-smooth frequency response up to 22 kHz. It also features a built-in waveguide, which offers an expansive sound stage and exceptional imaging.

Kevlar low-frequency drivers
To insure a lifetime of service, the BX5A D2 monitors 5 inch low-frequency driver is constructed from woven Kevlar. Kevlar's high mechanical and thermal resilience makes it ideal for use in speaker cones. M-Audio's engineers also created a curved, conical design that improves room dispersion. High-damping, reliable rubber surrounds provide percussive musical bass and insure that the cone reaches its optimal excursion for accurate reproduction. The high-temperature voice coils reduce power compression, guaranteeing that your monitors will deliver full performance hour after hour.

Rear-ported cabinet design
The BX5A D2 cabinet is integrally designed with its other components for optimal performance, right down to rounded corners for reduced edge diffraction and superior imaging. The custom rear port is designed to minimise air turbulence and resulting distortion while adding additional, low frequency extension.

Bi-amplified efficiency
The Class A/B bi-amplified design dedicates separate power amps to the high and low frequencies, providing ample headroom for even the loudest and most dynamic of mixes. Combined with a finely tuned crossover, the design ensures that each driver only delivers the frequencies that it can reproduce most efficiently, resulting in tonal accuracy and cohesive sound across the entire frequency spectrum.

Find the sweet spot quickly and easily
When monitoring, it's important to sit in the middle position - or "sweet spot" - between the two speakers where the stereo image is optimised. BX5A D2 features a pinhole power LED that makes finding the sweet spot easy. You'll know you're in the right listening position when the BX5A D2 LED's appear to be brightest.

M-Audio BX5A D2 Specifications

Frequency response: 53Hz 22 kHz
Crossover frequency: 3 kHz
Low-frequency amplifier power: 40 watts
High-frequency amplifier power: 30 watts
Maximum signal-to-noise (dynamic range): > 100 dB (typical A-weighted)
Protection: RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, turn-on/off transient, subsonic filter, external mains fuse
Cabinet: Vinyl-laminated MDF
Size: 19.5 x 17.6 x 25.2 cm / 7.7 x 7 x 15 inch
Weight: 5 Kg / 11 lbs each

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Closest Store   Richmond, British Columbia
I like it! Just got it few days ago. My first pair of monitor speakers so I bought this after reading reviews and was within my budget. Definitely much better than my $150 PC PC speakers. Oh M-Audio BX5A is discontinued so you will get the new model BX5 don't be alarmed when your box comes without the "A"
Posted by W Chan on Jul 7, 2014
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Closest Store   Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
These monitors are working out great in my home bedroom studio. Great quality for the price and do a admirable job. Nice that they are sold in pairs
Posted by anonymous on Mar 5, 2014
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Closest Store   Brampton, Ontario
These were the first monitors I ever worked with. To be frank, they aren't the best at what they're supposed to do - deliver flat frequency response. Most things will sound relatively good coming out of these cones, however you'll still be able to pick out the subtle differences within the range. For most beginners, they're looking for a pair of speakers that will sit on their desk and be used for composition & premixing. They'll also be used 60% of the time just for leisure. For this, having speakers that sound good isn't a blemish - its a plus. No one will use these for final mixing & mastering. For these reasons they are excellent as a starting pair. Once you move on to something higher up the price range, the difference will be noticeable.
Posted by anonymous on Dec 14, 2013
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Closest Store   Montréal, Quebec
I found these to exceed expectation of a monitor in this price range and some at double the price.the response is excellent have push drums, keyboards and raunchy guitar ,no mud stay crisp and true.yes I did sweep and zero first with a digital analyzer/ eq.which ended up almost flat.
Posted by G.W.VanderHaeghe on Dec 10, 2013
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Closest Store   Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Bought these instead of higher end PX speakers to listen to MP3's at my desk. The sound is very different from major pc brand speakers I have used over the years. I am hearing sounds on songs I have never noticed before. So Much more detail and punch. I just wished it had an auto on off.
Posted by anonymous on Dec 22, 2012
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Closest Store   Saint John, New Brunswick
I was going to get the KRK's but went with these because of the lower price vs. similar specs. I wasn't disappointed. The monitors are great for my recording setup and sound excellent.
Posted by Derk B. on Apr 23, 2012
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they are great speakers my second pair of monitors i started the the fostex pmo 4n but those were trash no low end period he bass on the bx5 are great for the size quality 10 this is a great buy trust me
Posted by anonymous on Apr 21, 2012
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