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Project Lone Pine
Kali\'s debut LP-8 studio monitors are designed to give you world-class power and accuracy without breaking the bank.
Performance
Transparency. Clarity. Accuracy.
Kali Audio\'s Lone Pine Series studio monitors are designed to allow you to hear every detail that\'s happening in your mix.
This starts with an exceptionally accurate frequency response. Whatever is present on your mix is what you\'ll hear in these monitors. Nothing is boosted or suppressed to cover flaws or try to sound more pleasing.
With the LP-6, you can mix with more confidence, and you can also be assured that your mix will translate as best as possible to whatever systems your audience is using.
100W Class D Power
37 Hz Lower Frequency Response
< 2.5% System THD 94 dB @ 1M
114 dB Max SPL
3-D Imaging Waveguide
Hear three dimensional sound from a stereo pair of speakers.
Dual-Layer Voice Coil
Large diameter voice coil allows for low distortion and high dynamic range.
Low Noise Port Tube
Precisely engineered using airflow simulations for powerful bass without port noise.
The single most important aspect of a studio monitor is its accuracy. A good studio monitor should present the material it’s playing faithfully, allowing you to make critical decisions that you know will translate to all the systems that your work will ultimately be played on.
Rather than make our own claims about the accuracy of our speakers, we had them independently tested by Pro Sound Testing in Greenville, Indiana. You can download their full test data from the links below, and explore the frequency response, dispersion, and distortion characteristics of both the LP-6 and LP-8. Please note that this data requires the "Common Loudspeaker Format Viewer" application to view.
Kali Audio defines a listening distance as the maximum distance at which the speakers can play continuously at 85 dB while maintaining 20 dB dynamic headroom.
This means that anywhere within that listening distance, you can listen for long periods of time at reference volume, and momentary peaks such as bass drops or explosion effects will come through clearly and with minimal distortion. The LP-6 has enough output for most 1-2 person setups, and the LP-8 can handle larger setups easily.
Bass on the LP-Series monitors is delivered by larger magnets and larger voice coils than any comparable speakers on the market. This gives you more accurate bass response that extends lower, so you can dial in exactly the low end sound you need. Bass response is not boosted or overhyped, but you can be sure that you’re hearing the bass that you have on the track.
The integrated Class D Power amp delivers clean, reliable power that’s optimized to this speaker.
Both models use 40W for the 1” soft dome tweeter. The LP-6 uses 40W for the 6.5-Inch woofer, and the LP-8 uses 60W for the 8-Inch woofer.
Boundary EQ Control
A speaker’s given position in a space can drastically change it’s frequency response. A speaker placed against a wall or on a desk will sound very different than a speaker placed on a stand, even in a well-treated space. Hard surfaces like walls, desk tops, and recording consoles can change the low end frequency response of the monitor, and degrade the overall clarity of the sound.
Happily, most of the common positions are fairly predictable and easily corrected.
Kali’s team did our Boundary EQ tuning at The Village Studios in Los Angeles, and came up with boundary compensation EQ settings to help you get the optimum sound for where you need to put your speakers.
Combined with the LF and HF trims, this will ensure that the speakers sound their best no matter what room you’re mixing in, or where the speakers are placed.
Easy Connections
The LP-8 features balanced XLR and TRS inputs, and an unbalanced RCA input.
The RCA input can be set to -10 dBu sensitivity when you’re using consumer devices like a laptop or smartphone’s headphone jack.
3-D Imaging Waveguide
The waveguide on the Lone Pine Series studio monitors ensures that the directivity of the loudspeaker is smooth throughout its frequency response. What’s more: it’s calibrated so that the sound power of the loudspeaker helps you to perceive sound accurately.
In practical terms, what this means is that you’re hearing spatial details in the recording that allow your brain to place elements of the recording in the space around you. This gives the speakers a more natural, lifelike feel that exposes more of the detail of the material that you’re working on. This level of detail makes it easier to make critical decisions, as well as making these monitors pleasurable to mix on and listen to in general.
Low Noise Port Tube
We wanted to put a port on the front of the LP-Series studio monitors so that they could be used in small spaces where they’d be placed against walls. At the same time, we didn’t want noise from the front port to distract from the accuracy of the speaker, so we developed a special front port that doesn’t make noise.
On most port tubes, air leaves at different speeds from different points of the opening, creating noisy turbulence. This turbulence can be heard as "chuffing,” or an audible air sound coming from the monitor. This sound will add to the noise floor and obscure the details of the low end.
The port tube on LP-6 was designed to ensure that all of the air leaves the port tube at the same velocity. This helps add to the low end response of the speaker, while keeping the bass clean, tight, and devoid of extra noise.
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Yes |
| Amp Class: |
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D |
| Power Config: |
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Bi-Amped |
| LF Power: |
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60 W |
| HF Power: |
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40 W |
| Total Power: |
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100 W |
| LF Driver: |
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8" Woofer |
| HF Driver: |
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1" Soft Dome Tweeter |
| Freq. Response (-10 dB): |
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37 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Frequency Range (±3 dB): |
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45 Hz - 21 kHz |
| Crossover: |
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1.8 kHz |
| Listening Distance: |
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2.8 Meters |
| Max SPL: |
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114 dB |
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Features
Ruler-Flat Response 52Hz to 20kHz, + 1.5 dB
Benefit: Sound true to actual recording
Benefit: Any pair of speakers is a matched pair
Active Technology
2 FR (Fast Recovery) Series Amplifiers; HF 40W; LF 100W
Benefit: Precise dividing slope, correct phase, and low distortion
Benefit: Minimal chance of speaker damage due to overdriving
Servo Loop Woofer Technology
Electronic control and dampening
Benefit: Speaker output is as true to incoming signal as possible
Frequency Response Controls
80Hz low-cut switch; 3-position live/dead switch (-2bdB, Normal and +2dB)
Benefit: Excellent response in a variety of acoustic environments
Wide Sweet Spot
Custom-designed die-cast wave guide
Benefit: User hears the same thing across a wider range of motion
3-Position Acoustic Space Switch
Compensation in bass response for half-space (-2dB) and quarter-space (-4dB) placement
Benefit: As close-to-flat performance as possible regardless of placement in room
Applications
Professional Recording Studios
Home and Project Studios
Film (THX) and Post Production Studios
Home Theater Installations
Acoustic Performance
Free Field Frequency Response: 52Hz - 20Hz
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PRICE PER UNIT
The most powerful AX monitor With its power and radiation characteristics, the brand new A8X is suitable for both nearfield and midfield monitoring. With a price/performance ratio that could hardly be better, this monitor is a perfect entry into these monitoring fields. The A8X is equipped with the X-ART tweeter and a large (8.5”) midwoofer, a combination that adds both a very deep and yet very tight bass response to the unsurpassed reproduction qualities of the ADAM proprietary tweeter: a licence to thrill. Cabinet- and bass reflex-construction Like the other AX-Series models, the upper corners of the A8X are slanted to minimize reflections. The very large, double bass reflex tubes on the front have been specifically designed to perfectly match the midwoofer with its large voice coil. Amplification and controls With a 50W A/B amplifier for the tweeter and a 150W PWM amplifier for the midwoofer, the A8X has power in abundance and is the brawny monitor of the AX-Series. On the rear panel are several controls: a gain for the high frequencies (± 4dB) and two shelf filters for the high and low frequencies.
There are both XLR (balanced) and RCA (unbalanced) connectors on the rear panel of the speaker, which allow the A8X to be used in almost any application. Review: A8X: a "powerful link" between near- and midfield monitors! "The A8X is a powerful link between ADAM´s AX Series and the formidable and more expensive SX Series. Its all-in-all homogenous tuning, the deep and precise bass as well as the brilliant mid- and high-frequency reproduction make this speaker a huge recommendation for ambitious people without deep pockets." (Professional Audio 10/2010) | Mid-Woofer |
| | Number | 1 | | Basket Ø | 8.5" (220 mm) | | Voice coil Ø | 1.5" (38 mm) | | Cone material | Carbon/Rohacell/Glass Fiber | | Tweeter |
| | Number | 1 | | Type | X-ART | | Diaphragm area | 4 inch² (2420 mm²) | | Equiv. Diaphragm Ø | 2" (56 mm) | | Velocity transform ratio | 4:1 | | Diaphragm weight | 0.17 g | | Built-in Amplifiers |
| | Mid-Woofer | 1 | | Type | PWM | | Amp. power RMS / music | 150 W / 225 W | | Tweeter | 1 | | Type | A/B | | Amp. power RMS / music | 50 W / 75 W | | Control panel |
| | Input Sensitivity | -∞ to +14 dB | | High Shelf EQ > 5 kHz | ±6 dB | | Low Shelf EQ | ±6 dB | | Tweeter gain | ±4 dB | | Input connectors |
| | Analog | XLR / RCA | | General data |
| | Frequency response | 38 Hz - 50 kHz | | THD 90dB/1m > 100 Hz | ≤0.5 % | | Long term output | ≥112 dB | | Max. peak | ≥120 dB | | Crossover frequencies | 2300 Hz | | Input impedance | 30 KOhm | | Weight | 28.7 lb (13 kg) | | Magnetically shielded | No | | Height x Width x Depth | 15.5" (400 mm) x 10" (255 mm) x 12.5" (320 mm) | | Warranty | 5 Years |
| Delivery contents | | Power cord, Manual |
| Behringer MS-16 2x8W 2-Way Active Personal Monitor System
The Behringer MS16 Studio Monitors feature an active 2-way design with powerful 4'' woofers and 1.5'' tweeters, powered by two 8 watt amplifiers. Offering two line inputs and a microphone input, the Behringer MS16 monitors are perfect for both home studios and general multimedia applications.
Full Description
Compact and Ideal For Home Studio
The Behringer MS16 Studio Monitors, Pair are the ideal studio monitor for your home studio project. Whether that be mixing, producing, or even listening the MS16 Studio Monitors turn your computer into a personal home studio. Its powerful 4" woofers provide thumping bass, whilst the high resolution tweeters provide clean high frequencies. Also featured are dedicated volume, bass and treble controls for extra flexibility. They also make excellent add-on speakers for electronic keyboards and playing a live performance.
Input Connections
The MS16 Studio Monitors feature multiple input options featuring a 1/8" stereo input for connecting up CD, MD and MP3 players. The dual RCA jacks allow for stereo keyboard modules and tape decks. Furthermore there is a 1/4" inch to allow connections for a dynamic microphone or electric guitar enabling you to sign or play along with prerecorded tracks.
Features
- Compact stereo speaker system ideally suited for home studios, multimedia applications, keyboard and vocal monitoring, etc.
- Powerful 4'' woofers and high-resolution tweeters powered by two 8 watt amplifiers
- Dedicated Volume, Bass and Treble controls for more flexibility
- Stereo RCA inputs for sound cards, keyboards, etc. that can be used simultaneously with a second stereo source (e. g. CD/MD player) through 1/8'' TRS stereo input
- Separately adjustable 1/4'' TRS microphone input mixable with stereo inputs for playback and vocal monitoring applications
- 1/8'' TRS headphone connector with auto-mute loudspeaker function
- Magnetically shielded for placement near computer monitors
- Designed and engineered in Germany
Specifications
- Woofer: 4''
- Tweeter: 1.5''
- Output Power: 2 x 8 Watts
- Frequency Response: 80Hz - 20kHz
- Speaker Impedance: 4?
- Input 1:
- Connector: 1/8'' TRS Stereo
- Input Level: -10dBm, 10k?
- Input 2:
- Connector: RCA Stereo
- Input Level: -10dBm, 10k?
- Mic Input:
- Connector: 1/4'' TRS
- Input Level: -50dBm, 50?
- Dimensions: 9.5'' x 5.5'' x 6'' / 241mm x 140mm x 150mm (H x W x D)
- Weight: 4kg
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Behringer MS-20 24-Bit/192 kHz Digital 20-Watt Stereo Near Field Monitors
OVERVIEW
The MS20 Studio Monitors from Behringer are a pair of extremely compact, 2 x 10-Watt nearfield monitors that feature high-resolution 24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters. With the MS20, you can connect directly to your digital signal sources and eliminate annoying analog line-loss and hum forever. Whether you connect to your computer sound card, keyboard, or MP3 player, you will enjoy exceptional sound quality with great dynamics. The built-in amplifiers provide lots of headroom, while the powerful woofers and tweeters provide ultra-linear frequency response.
The MS20 connectivity includes stereo 1/8" and RCA jacks, which can be used simultaneously or mixed with a digital stereo source. Digital duties are handled by either RCA or TOSLINK sockets, providing for ultra-simple hookup. Individual volume controls for both Line inputs plus Bass and Treble EQ controls are provided on the front panel, along with a 1/4" headphone jack that automatically mutes the internal speakers.
Sound Quality
Sporting 3.625" woofers and 2.5" high-resolution tweeters, MS20 monitor speakers bring quality audio within the reach of anyone that operates a computer workstation. Whether you're a musician tracking your latest masterpieces, or just someone who listens to your favorite songs at work, MS20 loudspeakers will make them sound significantly better. They also make excellent add-on speakers for electronic keyboards. Front-mounted volume and individual bass and treble controls make accurate sound adjustments a breeze.
Built-in Mixer
The MS20 takes audio to an even higher level with its multiple input options. The built-in mixer features 1/8" stereo inputs for connecting CD/MD/MP3 players, dual RCA jacks for tape decks and stereo keyboard modules, and even both RCA and TOSLINK connectors for digital signal sources. This adds up to a system that lets you play along with a variety of prerecorded tracks. And you can wail away to your heart's content in total privacy, thanks to MS20's powerful headphone jack.
FEATURES
- 2-Way active studio monitor pair
- Ideally suited for computer studios, multimedia workstations and keyboards
- Built-in 2 x 10-Watt powerful amplifiers with lots of headroom
- Powerful woofers and high-resolution tweeters
- High-resolution 24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters for extended dynamic range
- Optical and coaxial inputs to directly connect digital audio sources by S/PDIF interface
- Two stereo analog inputs featuring 1/4'' TRS and stereo RCA connectors
- Individual volume controls for both Line inputs plus Bass and Treble EQ controls
- 1/4'' TRS headphone connector with auto-mute loudspeaker function easily accessible on the front panel
SPECIFICATIONS
MS20 Digital Monitor Speakers (Pair)
- Loudspeakers
Tweeter: ˜ 65 mm (2 1/2“), 8 ?
Woofer: ˜ 92 mm (3 5/8“), 4 ?
Audio Inputs
Line 1: 1/8" TRS stereo, impedance 20 k?
Line 2: 2 RCA, impedance 20 k?
Digital Inputs
Optical: TOSLINK
Coaxial: RCA
Converter: 24-bit
Sample rate:
System Specs
Output power: 2 x 20W
Frequency response: 50Hz to 25kHz
Power Supply
Mains Voltages: USA/Canada 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 80W
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PRICE PER UNIT
S2X
The S2X brings together the virtues of the ʽclassicalʼ 7” woofer and tweeter combination by using ADAM innovative technologies and top-class materials.
The HexaCone 7” woofer is driven by a sophisticated magnet system with a 2” voice coil creating a greater linear excursion. This produces more dynamics than one would assume in a monitor of such small proportions. As a result, in addition to the unsurpassed audio quality of the X-ART and A/B amplifier combination, this monitor surprises the listener with a very powerful, deep, but always tight and precise low end.
Review at a glance: "Sonic sensation“
“The ADAM Audio S2X can convince in all areas, concerning the sound as well as the workmanship, and are worth every Euro. […] a no-compromise tool for all who mean serious business, whether in music or postproductions.” (www.96kHz.de, 03/2010)
“We started off with a classical string quartet recording and let´s just say right away that the S2Xs floored us. Several adjectives spring to mind [...] - wide open, transparent, effortless, breathtaking realistic, loud, dynamic, involving... [...] If you close your eyes and continue listening, the S2Xs seem to ‚disappearʽ almost entirely. [...] you gradually become less aware that you´re listening to speakers because they´re like an open window on the music itself. [...] Result: These monitors are up there with the best we´ve tried so far.” (MusicTech, 01/2010)
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| | Number | 1 | | Basket Ø | 7.5" (186 mm) | | Voice coil Ø | 2" (50 mm) | | Cone material | HexaCone | | Tweeter |
| | Number | 1 | | Type | X-ART | | Diaphragm area | 4 inch² (2420 mm²) | | Equiv. Diaphragm Ø | 2" (56 mm) | | Velocity transform ratio | 4:1 | | Diaphragm weight | 0.17 g | | Built-in Amplifiers |
| | Woofer | 1 | | Type | PWM | | Amp. power RMS / music | 250 W / 350 W | | Tweeter | 1 | | Type | A/B | | Amp. power RMS / music | 50 W / 100 W | | Control panel |
| | Input Sensitivity (coarse) | -20 to +8 dB (4 dB steps) | | Input Sensitivity (fine) | -1.5 to +2 dB (0.5 dB steps) | | EQ 80 Hz | 0 to +6 dB (1 dB steps) | | High Shelf EQ > 6 kHz | ±4 dB (1 dB steps) | | Low Shelf EQ | ±4 dB (1 dB steps) | | Tweeter gain | ±2 dB (0.5 dB steps) | | Input connectors |
| | Analog | XLR | | Digital (optional) | AES/EBU / SPDIF / word clock | | General data |
| | Panel | Front | | Frequency response | 35 Hz - 50 kHz | | THD > 80 Hz | ≤0.8 % | | Long term output | ≥110 dB | | Max. peak | ≥120 dB | | Crossover frequencies | 2200 Hz | | Input impedance | 10 KOhm | | Weight | 23.8 lb (10,8 kg) | | Magnetically shielded | Optional | | Height x Width x Depth | 14.5" (370 mm) x 8.5" (220 mm) x 12.5" (320 mm) | | Warranty | 5 Years |
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Power cord, Manual
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