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- Brand
- M-Audio
- Model
- BX5A
- Industry
- Electronics
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- Last added
- 2012-07-04
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M-Audio BX5a Studio Monitor User Guide
The M-Audio Studiophile BX5a is a self-powered, bi-amplified studio monitor featuring a 5-inch Kevlar woofer and a 1-inch silk dome tweeter. Designed for desktop music production, it delivers pure sound with magnetic shielding to prevent interference.
Installation involves connecting balanced XLR or TRS cables from preamps or computers to the rear panel inputs. Users must set the voltage switch on the back before powering on and should turn the volume down to minimum during connection.
M-Audio BX5A specifications
| LF Driver | 5-inch Kevlar curved cone with high temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround |
|---|---|
| HF Driver | 1-inch magnetically shielded natural silk dome |
| Frequency Response | 56Hz - 22kHz |
| Crossover Frequency | 3kHz |
| LF Amplifier Power | 40W |
| HF Amplifier Power | 30W |
| S/N Ratio | > 100dB typical A-weighted |
| Input Connectors | 1 x XLR balanced input connector, 1 x TRS balanced/unbalanced input connector |
| Power Requirements | factory programmed for either 115V ~50/60Hz, 230V~50/60Hz or 100V~50/60Hz |
| Dimension | 250 mm (H) x 176 mm (W) x 200 mm (D) |
All M-Audio BX5A documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is included in the BX5a Deluxe box?
The box contains two BX5a Deluxe speakers, two detachable AC power cords, and this manual.
How should the BX5a Deluxe be placed for optimal performance?
The two units and the listener should align to form a regular triangle, with the top of the woofers level with your ears.
What voltage settings are available for the BX5a?
The unit provides two selections: 115V AC and 230V AC.
Can the BX5a accept both XLR and TRS inputs simultaneously?
Yes, the TRS input is summed through a balanced amplifier with the XLR input.