Full-range reference studio monitors let you hear what your mixes will sound like on real-world systems such as car stereos, computers, televisions, iPod stations and other bass-challenged systems. Each 6.5" cube contains its own dedicated 30-Watt Class-D power amp and a specially designed 5-1/4" full-range speaker for crystal-clear audio reproduction. Both models accept balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS, as well as unbalanced RCA connections, and are magnetically shielded so they won’t disrupt your computer video monitors.
Features: High-resolution, 30-Watt active nearfield monitor Full-range 5 1/4" speaker with special diaphragm and deformation-resistant chassis Frequency response from 90 Hz to 17 kHz with zero crossover phase distortion Homogeneous dispersion pattern due to singular small-diaphragm full-range driver configuration Magnetic shielding allows placement near computer monitors 6 1/2" cube cabinet with multiple coats of high-gloss piano lacquer finish Precision-milled, high-rigidity MDF cabinet and baffle for minimal resonance 5/8" microphone stand mount built into the cabinet base 1/4" soft neoprene pad to serve as an acoustic isolator Servo-balanced XLR, 1/4" TRS and RCA input connectors plus gain control for precise calibration in stereo setups High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
I was looking for a decent 2nd pair of monitors where I could check my mixes, and this delivered the job perfectly.
The yamaha ns10 were an option, however, getting them, plus spending more $ on an amplifier make me quit on that idea, so the strategy was educate myslef about the possibilities, and after reading a lot of reviews on foruns and magazines, decided to buy this pair and they do the job perfectly, helping to get a better middle range resolution, it was a nice conbination to my krk vxt8.
This one suppose to be Auratone 5C clone (more or less anyway). Well, it is. Its not Behringer product as stated - its: "Music Group Manufacturing" (China obiously). It sounds sh..t and it suppose to sound like this - radio, small speakers, car speakers, mid-tone area, tv, portable usb/bluetooth speakers etc. If you look for basic monitor/s setup its NOT for you. It is additional "test" speaker. Definetely not the main one. Best used in mono for checking how your mix translates on small (low-end?) speakers. Prepare yourself for additional passive monitor mixer like: Big Knob or Monitor 1 - this monitor has got no Volume knob, so if your soundcard has got volume regulation on additional output - lucky you, other way you need a mixer.
Price could be lower and additional audio cable would be nice to find in a box, but:
1) It is very well made (piano like finish). Really nice.
2) It sounds very transparent in mid area - it very easy to mix on this small boy!
3) It is very quiet - no hum, noise etc.
4) It does 100% what it was designed for - checking MONO mix translation on small speakers
I am happy to have this one in my setup. Does the job.
Thank you.
Cheap, cute and convenient. I will not say anything about the sound, its to subjective.
I check my mixes in Mono with one C50A, and it works good that way. In my opinion its better to have this one than nothing. But generally I think that you get what you pay for.
Thumbs up for the microphone stand mount, built into the cabinet base.
although a behringer product and not the original auratone or a mixcube. it does a fair job for the small studio user. using as a mono reference monitor. great price. highly recommend for those on a budget