YAMAHA MSP5 TWO-WAY STUDIO MONITOR (Unit)

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MSP5
High quality, powered monitors have traditionally demanded premium prices.
The new MSP5 bi-amplified monitor speakers from Yamaha deliver extraordinary
sound quality, at an equally attractive price! The MSP5 provides the perfect
choice for a wide range of applications, from home recording to post production.
Ultra-Compact, Quick and Easy Hookup
Ultra-compact enclosures allow easy placement. Small face print makes them very
accurate for "point source" listening. Hookup is quick and easy with both XLR and
1/4 in. phone jacks available. 67 combined watts of audio power in a bi-amplified
monitor this size, let alone near this price, was previously unheard of -- until now.
Upgrading to studio level monitoring has never been easier.
Custom Designed 5 in. Woofer and 1 in. Titanium Tweeter
Titanium offers excellent response, separation and durability. The MSP5's dome tweeter,
surrounded by a waveguide horn offers a broad coverage area of 120 degrees.
Built-In Bi-Amplification
With 2 separate amplifiers powering the woofer and tweeter, incredibly lower distortion
is realized. A total of 67 watts, 40 to the woofer and 27 to the tweeter, generates a much
larger sound field than would normally be expected from a system of this size.
Great for Mastering
Flat frequency response out to 40kHz makes the MSP5 great for mastering, where high
sample and bit rates are the norm.
Waveguide Technology
The smooth circular horn surrounding the tweeter delivers uniform dispersion without
distortion or coloration.
Magnetic Shielding, Compact Enclosures
Complete magnetic shielding and compact size permits easy placement near all types
of audio, video and computer equipment.
Versatile Equalization Control
The MSP5's 4 position EQ switch for low frequency and 3-position switch for high frequency
match the system's response to the acoustic environment.

Technical Description
General Type: Biamp. 2-way, bass-reflex powered speaker
General Crossover Frequency: 2.5kHz
General Overall Frequency Response: 50 Hz ~ 40kHz
Dimensions (W X H X D): 169mm x 279mm x 222mm
(6 5/8 in. x 11 in. x 8? in.)
Weight: 7.5kg (16.5 lbs)
Speaker Components:
LF: 12cm (4 2/7 in.) cone (4 ohms)
HF: 2.5cm (1 in.) titanium dome (6 ohms)
Speaker Enclosure: Bass reflex type, magnetic shielding construction
Amplifier Output Power:
LF: 40W at 400Hz, THD=0.02%, RL=4 ohms
HF: 27W at 10kHz, THD=0.02%, RL= 6 ohms
Amplifier Input Sensitivity/ Impedance:
Line 1: +4dB/10k ohm/XLR
Line: 2 -10dB/10k ohm/Phone Jack
Amplifier S/N: Greater than or equal to 100dB (A weighted)
Amplifier Controls: TRIM switches: LOW: 4 position (+1.5dB, 0dB, -1.5dB,
-3.0dB at 60Hz); HIGH: 3 position (+1.5dB, 0dB, -1.5dB, at 15kHz);
Power switch: On/Off; Level Control
Amplifier Power Indicator: Green LED
Amplifier Power Requirement: 120v 60Hz
Amplifier Power Consumption: 60W

• 150W active studio monitor with 8" military-grade Kevlar low-frequency driver and 1.25" silk dome tweeter
• Bi-amplified design delivers a sound that's both powerful and precise
• Custom waveguide ensures accurate dispersion for an incredibly tight soundstage
• Optimized rear-mounted port produces defined low-end response with bass extension down to 37Hz
• Acoustic Space Control tailors your monitor to your mix space
• Volume control for dialing in the perfect playback level
• Balanced combo input allows for flexible installation
• Front-panel LED shines brightly when the speaker is positioned at an ideal angle

• Frequency Range: 37Hz – 22kHz
• Crossover: 2.0kHz
• Maximum Peak Input Level: -2dBU
• Input Types: Balanced 20kO XLR, and TRS
• Unbalanced: 10kO TS
• Input Sensitivity: -12dBU
• HF Driver Size: 31.8 mm (1.25“)
• LF Driver Size: 203 mm (8“)
• Amplifier Power: 150W Class A/B
• HF Driver Power Amp: 70W
• LF Driver Power Amp: 80W
• Port: Rear internally flared
• Controls: Yes
• Magnetic Shielding: Yes
• AC Input Voltage: 100–120V, 50/60 Hz 220–240V, 50/60 Hz
• Enclosure Construction: MDF
• Enclosure Finish: Black PVC
• Baffle Construction: Injection-molded ABS
• Baffle Finish: Matte black with Soft-touch
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 384 mm x 250mm x 302mm (15.1” x 9.8” x 11.9”)
• Weight: 10.5 kgs (23.1 lbs)
• Display Carton (HxWxD): 398mm x 345mm x 482mm (15.6” x 13.5” x 18.9”)
• Shipping Carton (HxWxD): 412mm x 359mm x 502mm (16.2” x 14” x 19.68”)
• Shipping Weight: 12.8kgs (28.22lbs)
• Configuration: 2-Way bi-amp
• System Type: Active Monitor
• Fuse Rating: 220–240V~ T1AL, 250V 100–120V~ T2AL, 250V
• Power Consumption: 150W
• Shape: Bass-reflex

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

    * Active studio monitors with USB audio interface
    * 4.25-inch magnetically shielded, inverted cone, copolymer woofer
    * 1-inch silk dome high frequency driver
    * 2 x 20 watts of internal stereo power
    * Two combination mic and instrument/line inputs
    * Two 1/8-inch stereo headphone outputs with level controls
    * Includes Cakewalk® Sonar LE music production software
    * Mic and instrument/line gain control with clip LED
    * 16-bit 44.1kHz/48kHz
    * Stereo RCA and 1/8-inch aux inputs
    * 2-position switch for no-latency direct stereo and mono monitoring
    * Mix control to balance computer and audio sources
    * USB and speaker cable included

PRICE PER UNIT

The original A5

The small A5 managed to make itself a big name in both professional environments as well as in computer or desktop applications. A wealth of truly outstanding reviews and many awards helped to establish this speaker as one "of the best small monitors” and a "great choice for the small studio.” (Future Music, 01/2009).

The new A5X

The similar dimensions and name could make one believe that the A5X is nothing more than a new version of the A5. A quick listening however leaves no doubt that the A5X is much more than that.

Like all other models of the AX-Series it features the proprietary X-ART tweeter. The very data of this technology shows that it is at the forefront of what tweeters can accomplish. Numerous listening tests have confirmed this.

A 5.5” Midwoofer reproduces the frequencies below 2.5kHz. The diaphragm is made from Carbon fiber/Rohacell/Glass fiber, which is the same composite structure shared in the next two bigger models. This material with minimum weight and maximum rigidity prevents break up resonances, resulting in an outstanding dynamic behaviour and impeccable sound characteristics.

Stereolink

A very handy and exclusive feature found in the two smaller AX monitors is the Stereolink. This is accomplished by a pair of additional RCA connections that allow for a bypass of the second stereo channel to the other speaker.

This new technology connects two A5X speakers in such a manner as to allow the user the option to control the overall stereo volume of the system from either speakers gain control. This makes the A5X a natural for "mixer-less” desktop applications where overall system volume needs to be adjusted easily.

Controls and Connectors

The front of the A5X sports dual ports for surprisingly low frequency response down to 50Hz. The front panel also has power and gain controls. The rear panel includes a tweeter gain control as well as balanced (XLR) jacks and unbalanced (RCA) jacks, allowing for greater connection flexibility. There are also two M6 (6 mm) metric screw threads for stand/wall mounting.

Review: "The A5X: a superb impression.“

"A sparkling and lively desktop monitor with an open, powerful character. Good filters and practical ergonomics as well as useful equipment make ADAMs A5X an ideal partner in multimedia nearfield sound." (Stereo, 10/10)