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M-Audio StudioPro 3 Desktop Audio Monitors

Manufacturer : M-Audio
In Stock : 28

List Price:	$99.99
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Features

Remarkably accurate frequency response and imaging
Internal acoustic absorption for greater efficiency
Self-powered with advanced crossover design
Custom tuned wood cabinet
Vented port design for more natural bass

Product Description

Recording engineers and music producers around the world rely on M-Audio reference monitors to insure that their mixes are accurate. The StudioPro 3 active monitors bring that same standard of audio fidelity right to your desktop. Custom-tuned cabinets, optimized speaker design, and advanced crossover technology combine with generous built-in amplification to deliver the best sound you can get in monitors this size. Complete with magnetic shielding to prevent interference with computer and video monitors, StudioPro 3 speakers deliver great audio experiences from your music and multimedia applications. They're also great for traveling.

Most small, inexpensive speakers simply don't have the design and material standards found in professional studio monitors. The StudioPro 3s change that, delivering the same M-Audio technology and attention to detail we put into our monitors used in studios around the world. The StudioPro 3s deliver a host of features not typically found in monitors priced this affordably?MDF rather than plastic cabinets, internal acoustic foam for better bass response, custom port design for optimal efficiency and more.

For maximum flexibility, SP3s includes a stereo ?Aux? input which allows you to plug in a secondary audio source (such as your portable music player) in addition to the main RCA inputs in the back. The volume control works on both inputs simultaneously. Additionally, there is a stereo headphone output next to the ?Aux? jack that mutes the sound coming out of the speakers and redirects it to your headphones. Magnetic shielding prevents computer/video monitor interference Vented port design for added bass Transportable, compact design is ergonomic and flexible Internal standing wave acoustic absorption for greater efficiency Bass Boost switch Factory programmed for worldwide use RCA rear-panel inputs; convenient front-panel 1/8? inputs

From the Manufacturer

Professional Standards
Most small, inexpensive speakers simply donâ€™t have the design and material standards found in professional studio monitors. The StudioPro 3s change that, delivering the same M-Audio technology and attention to detail we put into our monitors used in studios around the world. The StudioPro 3s deliver a host of features not typically found in monitors priced this affordablyâ€”MDF rather than plastic cabinets, internal acoustic foam for better bass response, custom port design for optimal efficiency and more.

Stereo Auxiliary Input and Headphone Output
For maximum flexibility, we have included a stereo "Aux" input which allows you to plug in a secondary audio source (such as your portable music player) in addition to the main RCA inputs in the back. The volume control works on both inputs simultaneously. Additionally, there is a stereo headphone output next to the "Aux" jack that mutes the sound coming out of the speakers and redirects it to your headphones.

Natural Bass
The custom bass reflex port design discharges very low-frequency signals and delivers a smooth, substantial bass response. Need more? The rear-panel Bass Boost control gives you additional low-frequency gain and makes the monitors versatile for different spaces and listening preferences.

Speaker Stands
High-frequency audio signals tend to be fairly directional. Thatâ€™s why weâ€™ve included stands that help point your StudioPro 3s directly at your ears for an optimal listening "sweet spot."

Enclosure
The StudioPro 3â€™s enclosure plays an important role. In order to provide more stable performance, we used a special medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and unique interior reinforcement designed to absorb vibration and impact generated under extreme conditions. Additionally, our innovative cabinet includes carefully placed acoustic material that makes the StudioPro 3s sound much bigger than they areâ€”resulting in a smooth, natural bass response.

Specifications:

Type: two-way desktop reference monitor
LF Driver: 3.25-inch diameter, magnetically shielded with curved cone with high-temperature voice coil
HF Driver: 1-inch diameter, magnetically shielded silk dome
Frequency Response: 100Hz - 20kHz (±3 dB)
Crossover Frequency: 2.3kHz
Dynamic Range (Maximum Signal-to-Noise Ratio): >80dB (typical, A-weighted)
Input Connectors: left and right line input connectors (RCA)
Polarity: positive signal at "+" input produces outward low-frequency cone displacement
Dynamic Power: 10 watts into 4 O (per channel) at 0.5% distortion
Input Impedance: 10k O (unbalanced)
Input Sensitivity: 100mV pink noise input produces 90dBA output SPL at 1 meter with volume control at maximum
Protection: RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, turn on/off transient, subsonic filter
Indicator: blue power LED ring around on/off/volume knob on front panel
Power Requirements: 100-120V~50/60Hz, 220~240V~50/60Hz; powered via detachable 2-conductor line cord
Cabinet: vinyl-laminated MDF
Dimensions: 7.9" (H) x 5.5" (W) x 5.9" (D)
Weight: 8.8 lbs./pair (approx., without packing)

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.00 out of 39 reviews

Rating :
I have two pair - Creator of MobiStories, Apr 10, 2008

I bought these to listen to music, podcast and MobiStories on my laptop. I liked the 1st pair so much I got a second pair so I can listen in various locations. Not only do I think they sound great, I also have a pair hooked up to my HDTV monitor. I find the controls on the front very easy to use and useful. They are not going to be your speakers for a party but for a better sound while sitting at your computer these are great.

Rating :
VERY UPSET - Floyd Hayslett, Apr 09, 2008

Okay, so I've been planning to buy these monitors for a long time and I finally got the money to get them. I read all the reviews, disregarded the ones that mentioned problems because I figured those individuals just got lemons. Well.... I guess Im a lemon head because Im sitting here listening to one amazingly sounding good speaker, while the other cracks and punches if I can even hear it at all. Im so mad that it hurts. These speaker(s) sound awesome, at least the one with the amp in it (left), hence the reason I provided two stars. But the fact that the right speaker doesnt work is really disappointing. I was really looking forward to making music on these, but I cant even listen to my cds right now because the cracking and going in and out is so annoying. Please M-AUDIO, fix these speakers!!!!! Theres no reason why they should be doing this.

Basically, my advice to everyone, do not buy these speakers. Unfortunately they are flawed, and I will return these and maybe get the Studiophile AV-20's. Lets hope they work!

Rating :
Kind of disappointed - M. Li, Mar 06, 2008

First, I am not sure the problem that I met is a special case or a general case. I rated 2 stars on the assumption that the problem is a general case because more than one person have also mentioned more of less the same problem in their reviews. If the problem is a special case, I will rate the speakers as 5 stars.

I was playing music from high quality CDs on the M-Audio StudioPro 3 speakers and the sound card on my computer was Creative X-Fi platinum fatal1ty. The left speaker, the one with power supply and amps worked pretty well and the sound was real and clear. However, the right speaker always made some annoying cracking background noise even I set the volume at a medium low level. On M-Audio's web site, it is suggested the background noise comes from grounding problem. My computer and speakers were connected to the same surge protector and it was not the issue. At a price around $90 for 2.0 speakers, such defect should not be there at all. For example, I also own T20 speakers from Creative and they do not have such problem. So I ended up with returning the speakers.
Amazon's returning service was great and I got refund without any hassel.

Rating :
Distortion!!! - Midnight Owl, Feb 25, 2008

I bought one pair and the right speaker was distorted. I am an audiophile nerdy in enough ways so I tested various outputs... all that stuff before returning it. I actually held onto it while they sent a replacement, so that I could just plug in the right speaker of the new system. It too was distorted! I eventually replaced the whole thing. Still... distortion.

I'm just saying if you are a musician and you think you are saving a penny... these won't work for you.

I mean, if you listen to classical music it will (should) make you want to punch yourself in the face.

Otherwise, I suppose they are ok expensive computer speakers. I'm mad because if that distortion weren't there the rest of the spectrum and the referencing is great.

I sent an email to m-audio and received no response (two weeks ago), and have been on hold for the past 40 minutes (c'mon people) with their customer support. Not good.

What are the chances that I received two in a million defective products?

I can't believe no one has mentioned the crackly distortion in the upper range. Impossible to listen to any clean music, classical or other wise. If you listen to rock (which I also do) you might not notice.

Totally unacceptable as "monitors"

Rating :
Good speakers. - J. Alayamini, Feb 06, 2008

They're great little audio monitors. The audio sounds full and rich. I notice that they do get crackly at high volumes, which others have noted. I also don't believe they get loud enough.

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