PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO Section7 Studio Monitors Alesis ..................................578-579 Edirol ........................................580 Event Electronics ..............581-583 Fostex.................................584-585 Genelec ..............................586-589 Hafler .................................590-591 HHB ...................................592-593 JBL......................................594-597 KRK ....................................598-601 Mackie ...........................
ALESIS STUDIO MONITORS M1 ACTIVE MK2 The M1 Active MK2 combines Alesis’ expertise in reference monitor design and studio amplification to provide professional accuracy, clarity and performance in an affordable powered monitor. A bi-amplified reference monitor, the M1 Active MK2 is incredibly accurate with a wide sweet spot, high power handling and detailed high- and mid-frequency response that translates perfectly to any playback system.
ALESIS PROLINEAR 720DSP ◆ Built-in digital crossover and 4-band parametric EQ with 8 pre-sets and 8 user defined settings ◆ 24-bit/48kHz processing ◆ 80 watts (LF) / 40 watts (HF) ◆ Serial interface allows PC control of up to 16 speakers PROACTIVE 5.1 THX-Certified Surround Sound Speaker System The ProActive 5.1 is equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS hardware decoding for true 5.1 digital sound.
EDIROL 580 STUDIO MONITORS DESKTOP SPEAKERS MA-5A/MA-5D Analog & Digital Stereo Micro Monitors DM-5 Bi-amp Monitors Durable, dependable and affordable, expect superior performance from this near-field monitor. 120mm woofer is powered by a 30W amplifier, the 19mm tweeter by its own 20W amp and both have their own level control. In addition to analog input (Speakon, XLR and 1/4˝ in a single connection), accepts S/PDIF, coaxial and optical digital input and supports 24bit/96kHz data.
EVENT ELECTRONICS 20/20 Precision Direct Field Monitors Tweeter Woofer Magnetically shielded, 25mm natural silk dome provides accurate, detailed high frequency reproduction. ◆ The woofer provides smooth, consistent extended-range frequency response without the need of added EQ ◆ Internal high frequency pole piece damping element aids in smoothing out the signal, allowing for extended listening periods.
EVENT ELECTRONICS PROJECT STUDIO PS5/PS6/PS8 582 STUDIO MONITORS Bi-Amplified Direct Field Monitors It’s about confidence. Confidence that your monitoring system is accurate. Confidence that what you’re hearing from your speakers isn’t being colored. Confidence that your mixes will sound the way you meant them to sound when they get played in the car, or in your living room – or in the office of a record company executive.
EVENT ELECTRONICS PS5 HF Driver PS6 PS8 TR5 TR8 51⁄4˝ magnetically 61⁄2˝ magnetically 8˝ magnetically 51⁄4˝ magnetically 8˝ magnetically shielded mineral-filled polypropylene cone with high-temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround 1˝ magnetically shielded 1˝ magnetically shielded natural silk dome natural silk dome with ferrofluid with ferrofluid voice coil coolant voice coil coolant Frequency Response 45-39k Hz, 53-19k Hz, ±3dB, Ref 500Hz 45 – 20k Hz, ±3dB, Ref 500Hz Crossover 2.
FOSTEX 584 STUDIO MONITORS PM-1 Powered Studio Monitors Listening correctly doesn’t have to be expensive. With 120 watts of biamped power, a bass response that’s full and dynamic, and a high end that sizzles, the PM-1 not only delivers astonishing sound—it does so at an even more astonishing price. Consisting of a 6.5˝ LF driver and a 1˝ soft dome tweeter, the PM-1 offers an impressive 50Hz to 20kHz frequency response and a biamped output power of 75w+45w @ 8 ohms.
FOSTEX RM-1 1 RU Stereo Monitor ◆ A/B input select switch selects the A or B stereo group to output to the drivers or headphone jack. Rear panel, stereo left and right inputs let you monitor two different stereo sources from one unit. ◆ Dual Concentric Volume control can be used to adjust the left or right inputs independently. Front portion of the control adjusts the left channel; the rear portion of the control adjusts the right channel input volume.
GENELEC 1029APM 586 STUDIO MONITORS Compact 2-Way Active Nearfield Monitor With performance comparable to much larger systems, the 1029A’s excellent dispersion and precise imaging, together with its compact size, make it ideal for near field monitoring, mobile vans, home studios, multimedia and home theaters. The amp unit includes an active electronic crossover, over-load protection circuitry and two power amplifiers, one for each driver.
GENELEC 1030A 612⁄ ˝ Bi-amplified Active Monitor STUDIO MONITORS The Genelec 1030A is a very compact bi-amplified active monitor system, which has performance comparable to much larger systems. The vented speaker enclosure has an amplifier unit set into the back. This unit contains an active electronic crossover, over-load protection circuitry and two power amplifiers: one for each driver.
GENELEC 2029A/2029B STUDIO MONITORS Digital Monitoring Speakers The 2029A and 2029B are near field monitors that combine digital audio and analog audio inputs in a single speaker system. They are ideal for working with a digital audio workstation or if you are processing audio in a modern studio where your signal is digital. The 2029A/B support all the same modes of operation as the analog 1029A. You can use them with a subwoofer. You can use them in surround audio systems.
GENELEC SUBWOOFERS Input Format Digital Input 2029A 2029B 16 - 24 bits 16 - 24 bits IEC958, S/P-DIF, EIJAC CP-340 AES/EBU RCA 75Ω XLR 110Ω Input Sampling Rate No De-emphasis 25 - 55 kHz Using de-emphasis 44.1 and 48 kHz 29 - 100 kHz 44.
HAFLER STUDIO MONITORS TRM6.1/TRM8.1 6- and 8-inch 2-way Professional Active Monitors You have one goal when choosing a reference monitor. Music. Accurate music. Nothing else matters. Hafler has the same goal. They don't design for price points. They design for application and performance. However, Hafler did challenge their best engineers to design the finest sounding active near-field monitor available at an affordable price. The result was the TRM6.1 Trans•ana and TRM8.
HAFLER TRM10.1/TRM12.1 The M5 monitor is yet another example of Hafler’s brilliant loudspeaker design and manufacturing capabilities. The M-5 is an unparalleled solution for broadcast and project studio environments. Portable and lightweight, it offers all the qualities of the TRM6 in a more compact, non-amplified package. A perfect match for the TRM6.1, the TRM10.1 Subwoofer delivers a lot of punch from a small package, and offers unusual flexibility and adjustability at a great value.
HHB CIRCLE 3/CIRCLE 3 ACTIVE 592 STUDIO MONITORS Passive and Active 412⁄ ˝ Nearfield Monitors The Circle 3 (passive version) and Circle 3 Active (powered version) are compact monitor speakers designed for nearfield use, or in critical monitoring applications where space is limited. The Circle 3 uses a highly linear, custom-designed 4.5˝ bass driver, built on an acoustically dead chassis to eliminate undesirable resonant effects. High frequencies are reproduced by a ferro-fluid cooled soft dome tweeter.
HHB CIRCLE 5/CIRCLE 5 ACTIVE Passive and Active 8˝ Midfield Monitors STUDIO MONITORS Accurate and revealing monitors ideal for use in midfield stereo or surround sound monitoring applications, both the passive (Circle 5) and powered (Circle 5 Active) share a custom-designed 8˝ bass driver that is injection-molded from a specially formulated plastic compound.
JBL 594 STUDIO MONITORS CONTROL SERIES The Control Series combine high performance and smooth, powerful, wide range response with a compact design and rugged construction for unprecedented versatility. Also one of the easiest systems to install, the Control Series are perfect for applications where tight corners and tough angles are all too common. A wide variety of available mounting systems allows positioning for optimum performance.
JBL STUDIO MONITORS The standard for over a decade, the 4206 (6.5˝) and 4208 (8˝) are console-top monitors designed specifically for near field use in multi-purpose studio environments. Starting with the unique Multi-Radial sculptured baffle, the monitors direct the axial output of the individual components for optimum summing at the most common listening distance (approx. 3 to 5´).
JBL LSR SERIES 596 STUDIO MONITORS THX-Approved Studio Monitors The Linear Spatial Reference (LSR) philosophy is based on a set of design goals that carefully control the overall performance of the system ina variety of acoustic spaces. Instead of focusing on a simple measure such as on axis frequency response, LSR designs require much better control over dispersion via transducer design and crossover frequency selection.
JBL LSR SERIES LSR12P Powered Subwoofer Subwoofer signals are fed by the Left, Center, Right and Discrete inputs. This unique arrangement provides excellent bass management for a wide variety of formats. The subwoofer signals can be derived from the front channels or from the discrete input with a simple remote switch contact. Alternatively, the subwoofer can be muted with full range signals routed to the front channels for comparison with or without subwoofer support.
KRK V-SERIES STUDIO MONITORS The V-Series are bi-amplified near-field reference monitors capable of satisfying the most critical listening requirements. Separate built-in power amplifiers for the woofer and tweeter and a true electronic crossover that tailors the power and frequency response specifically for each transducer, combine to deliver the dynamic range and performance required for everything from digital production to 5.1 surround sound.
KRK V-SERIES STUDIO MONITORS V8 There’s big sound coming out of the V4 mini monitor. In KRK fashion, the V4 has separate amplifiers for both woofer and tweeter, which make it extremely clean and virtually eliminating any distortion. Video shielding is standard, making it an optimum choice for small audio workstations.
KRK CLOSE-FIELD PASSIVE MONITORS 600 STUDIO MONITORS RoKit II K•RoKII The same cutting-edge technology and smooth, musical sound as the K•RoK II in a compact package. KRK’s most affordable monitor, the RoKit II brings KRK sound quality to desktop workstations, offline editing suites, or any environment and budget where great audio isn’t just a luxury, but an absolute necessity.
KRK EXPOSÉ E8T STUDIO MONITORS For those seeking perfection, the Exposé E8T is by far the most advanced studio reference monitor available. From the unusual shape to its cuttingedge components, the E8T was designed as the ultimate near-field monitor. Extremely linear frequency response and beautiful stereo imaging starts with two symmetric discrete power amplifiers and newly designed crossover circuitry. A double-woven Kevlar woofer provides commanding bass.
MACKIE HR624/HR824 602 STUDIO MONITORS 6.7˝ and 8.75˝ 2-Way Active Near-Field Monitors One of the most accurate near-field monitors ever built, thousands of recording studios and post-production facilities rely on the HR824 to reveal details that comparable monitors simply cannot resolve. Frequency response is an astonishing 38Hz to 20kHz ±1.5dB. To achieve such a sweet spot and smooth response, the HR824 uses technology not found in typical vented-box near field monitors.
MACKIE HR624/HR824 Magnetic shielding ◆ Input sensitivity control, ideal for dealing with sensitive artists or insensitive clients ◆ Overload LED indicates when protection circuitry kicks in HRS120/HRS150 12˝ 500-watt and 15˝ 950-watt Active Subwoofers The HRS120 is not only designed to work perfectly with the HR624/824 monitors, but with any active system where fast, precise low-frequency reproduction and flexible monitoring and control options are required.
M-AUDIO Active Near-Field and Reference Studio Monitors If you have limited space or budget, the sound of the SP-5B near-field monitors will amaze you. You get the same engineering criteria and component quality that goes into the SP-8B reference monitors: two-way bi-amped power, magnetic shielding, swivelmounted tweeter, high-quality crossover network electronics and Sub-Frequency Port.
M-AUDIO BX5/BX8 Reference Monitors Monitors that adapt to your needs Your monitors should be able to adapt to any changes in placement or work environment. That’s just what the BX5 and BX8 do. Since a monitor’s bass response can change depending upon proximity to walls, their Acoustic Space control section allows you to optimize their performance—no matter whether you need to put them on stands, on a bookshelf or in the corners.
NHT PRO A-20/C-20 606 STUDIO MONITORS Powered Studio Monitors NHTPro believes a studio monitor shouldn’t deliver “good” sound, but complete sound. Like a fine sports car, the goal isn’t comfort, but total feedback about road and driving conditions. When all is said and done, your studio monitor is what links flesh and blood into the recording console, enabling you to make the expert decisions that mean exceptional product.
NHT PRO B-20 Powered Subwoofer System STUDIO MONITORS Designed to integrate seamlessly with NHTPro’s flagship A-20 monitors or any larger powered monitoring system, the B-20 produces remarkable, musical bass from a compact and flexible design. With output >100dB at 30Hz, the B-20 adds full frequency response and dynamics to near, mid and far-field monitoring environments. Offering a fully featured set of controls, the system can be seamlessly integrated with most monitors and most rooms.
NHT PRO M-00 STUDIO MONITORS Powered Mini-Monitor Versatile, powerful, compact and portable, the M-00 combines the refined sonics of a high-end mini-monitor with rugged construction, high output, logical controls and a wide range of input options, making it ideal for location work, multimedia, the control room, editing suite, surround monitoring and desktop audio production. The M-00 packs substantial output, surprising bass response and startling accuracy in a remarkably small monitor.
SAMSON RESOLV 50A Active Reference Monitors RESOLV 65/RESOLV 65a Passive/Active Reference Monitors Ideal for professional, project and personal recording, as well as multimedia setups, the Resolv 65 (passive) and 65A (powered) sound full and balanced with an uncompromised transparent midrange, leaving room to accurately mix vocals, snare hits and reverb trails. ◆ The Resolv 65 and 65a utilize a midrange contour control.
TA N N O Y SYSTEM 600/800 STUDIO MONITORS Compact, professional near-field reference monitors, the System 600 and System 800 offer the advantages of point source operation in a very cost-effective design. Their advanced 6.5- and 8˝ Dual Concentric drivers incorporate a high performance tweeter positioned immediately behind the center of the bass cone. This design produces all frequencies from a single point, mirroring the way sound is produced in real life.
TA N N O Y SYSTEM 600A/800A ◆ Signal input is via a Neutrik combi connector, which combines a three-pin XLRtype with a TRS locking 1/4” phone jack. ◆ Made of 36mm thick rigid MDF, damped to prevent breakup. The cabinet is covered in black vinyl wrap, while the front baffle is painted midnight blue. ◆ Cabinet is shaped like an elongated octagon, with beveled edges that reduce diffraction. ◆ Two panels in the cabinet are fitted with magnetic shielding plates ◆ Each speaker weighs 23.1 lb.
TA N N O Y REVEAL/REVEAL ACTIVE STUDIO MONITORS 6.5˝ Two-Way Nearfield Studio Monitors The Reveal combines a number of speaker cabinet innovations with a distinctive speaker enclosure. Ideal for multimedia, project studios, an editing desk, or a broadcast production room, the Reveal has an extremely detailed, dynamic sound with a wide, flat frequency response – all essential for monitoring with reliable accuracy. The 1˝ soft dome HF unit is seamlessly matched to a 6.
TA N N O Y SYSTEM 1000/1200 STUDIO MONITORS 10˝ and 12˝ Dual Concentric Mid-Field Monitors Incorporating 10˝ and 12˝ Dual Concentric drivers in the same unique cabinet design as the System 600/800, the System 1000 and System 1200 are professional systems designed for a wide range of midfield monitoring applications from music/project studios to broadcast and multimedia. They are capable of high volume levels without compression and deliver excellent transient response.
TA N N O Y ST50/ST100 614 STUDIO MONITORS SuperTweeters Tannoy’s SuperTweeters were designed to provide the extended high frequency response demanded by modern program material and sources such as SACD (Super Audio CD), DVD-Audio and DTS which have driven the requirement for loudspeakers with extended frequency bandwidth performance.
YA M A H A MSP10 STUDIO Powered 8˝ Studio Monitors STUDIO MONITORS ◆ ◆ Custom-designed 8-inch woofer and 1-inch titanium-dome tweeter feature advanced magnetic structures that achieve exceptionally low distortion. Tweeter operates in conjunction with a waveguide horn that achieves broad, uniform high-frequency dispersion for optimum balance regardless of listening position. Advanced driver and enclosure design also ensures smooth, uniform dispersion across the system's full reproduction range.
YA M A H A MSP3 616 STUDIO MONITORS Powered Monitor Speakers Engineered for today’s multimedia environments, the compact, two-way powered MSP3 provides high quality, cost-effective monitoring for home studio, computerbased recording and educational applications as well as personal computers, gaming systems and music keyboards without integrated speakers.
YA M A H A YST-SW005 STUDIO MONITORS Advanced Active Servo Processing Subwoofer A compact, high performer, this affordable subwoofer can be purchased separately or as part of a monitor system. The YST-SW005 features Advanced YST for dynamic bass response, 55W high power output, switchable high cut filter, auto standby with sensitivity selector and two input connections to deliver powerful, high quality bass with superb efficiency and convenient operation.
YA M A H A MS101II/MS202II 618 STUDIO MONITORS 10- and 20-Watt Powered Speaker Systems Designed for home and portable recording, multimedia, MIDI studios and PA applications, the MS101II and MS202II pack lots of power and outstanding response in small packages. They feature 10 watts of power with a single 4˝ full-range driver (MS101II) or 20 watts of power with two 4˝ full-range drivers (MS202II) in a bass-reflex enclosure. Frequency response is 70Hz to 18 kHz.
YA M A H A SPEAKER ACCESSORIES BAS10 Free Angle Clamp BAS10 BMS10A Mic Stand Adaptor The BMS10A adapter mounts speakers of up to 11 lbs to a microphone stand. It fits the 5/8˝-27 thread standard and comes with a 3/8˝-16 European thread adapter. The BMS10A comes with two 5mm screws to attach Yamaha speakers equipped for mounting and is sold as a single unit................26.