The BX8a Deluxe monitors are an update to M-Audio's acclaimed BX8a
nearfields - part of the wildly popular Studiophile series. Equipped
with new waveguides, and enhanced driver integration, the Bx8a Deluxe
monitors now feature an extended low-frequency response, and an overall
more well-rounded, detailed sound.
Their custom-tuned crossovers
distribute 130 watts of bi-amplified power for optimal frequency
handling. If you have a desktop system, and are looking to upgrade your
smaller monitors - or add another set of more powerful nearfields to
your arsenal - these BX5a Deluxe monitors are an excellent pick!
Meet the BX8a Deluxe
M-Audio's Studiophile reference monitors have a great reputation with
studio engineers around the world. The BX8a Deluxe updates the
critically acclaimed BX8a nearfields with an extended low-frequency
response that gives them an overall more detailed, refined sound. Of
course, this design is coupled with M-Audio's time-proven
high-temperature voice coils and damped rubber surrounds for durability
and fidelity. Magnetically shielded 1" natural silk domes contribute to
produce a high-end that's both clear and easy on the ears. Custom-tuned
crossovers distribute 130 Watts of bi-amplified power for optimal
frequency handling by each driver. Hear for yourself why Studiophiles
have become "standard issue" reference monitors.
Kevlar LF Drivers
To ensure a lifetime of service, M-Audio constructed the BX8a Deluxe's
8" low-frequency driver from woven Kevlar-the same material bulletproof
vests are made from. (Kevlar is typically reserved for more expensive
monitors.) M-Audio engineers also created a curved conical design that
improves room dispersion. High-damping rubber surrounds ensure that the
cone reaches exactly its optimal excursion for accurate reproduction.
And the BX8a Deluxe's high-temperature voice coils guarantee that your
monitors will deliver full performance no matter how many hours you use
them.
Bi-amped Efficiency
Active (powered) monitors allow designers to optimize amplification for
other components such as speakers and cabinets. And by using two
separate power amps and a finely tuned crossover, the BX8a Deluxe's
bi-amped design insures that both the high- and low-frequency drivers
are each sent only the frequencies they reproduce most efficiently.
Rear-ported cabinet design
The BX8a Deluxe's cabinet is integrally designed with its other
components for optimal performance-right down to rounded corners for
reduced edge diffraction and superior imaging. Custom rear-port design
eliminates the turbulence and resulting distortion caused when front
ports project low frequency waves in the same path as the speakers'
direct signal.
Features:
- 2-way studio reference monitors.
- Stylish design.
- 130 Watts of bi-amplified power.
- 8" low-frequency drivers.
- Curved Kevlar cones.
- High-temperature voice coils.
- Damped rubber surround.
- 1" natural silk high-frequency drivers.
- Magnetically shielded.
- XLR balanced and 1/4" balanced/unbalanced inputs.
- Volume control.
- Power indicator.
- Frequency response: 30Hz-24kHz
- Crossover frequency: 2.2kHz.
- Low-frequency amplifier power: 70 Watts.
- High-frequency amplifier power: 60 Watts.
- Maximum signal-to-noise (dynamic range): > 100dB (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: 12" x 10" x 15" (30.48cm x 25.4cm x 38.1cm)
- Weight: 26.4 lbs./unit (11.97 kg.)
