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M-Audio BX5 D3 5 inch Powered Studio Monitor

100-watt Active Studio Monitor with 5" LF Driver and 1" HF Driver (each)
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Low-quality Monitoring = Low-quality Mix

Have you ever tried to mix with cotton in your ears? No? Then why are you mixing on low-quality speakers? Do yourself a favor — instead of fluttering around in the dark, upgrade to the M-Audio BX5 D3. This studio monitor pumps 100 powerful watts through a 5" military-grade Kevlar woofer and 1" silk dome tweeter to deliver the clarity and detail you need to make proper mixing decisions. A custom waveguide ensures accurate dispersion for an incredibly tight soundstage. An optimized rear-mounted port produces defined low-end response with bass extension down to 52Hz. And if your room's a problem, you can adapt the BX5 D3 to your space with the Acoustic Space Control.

Built to deliver critical detail, nuance, and dynamic accuracy

The BX5 D3 was meticulously engineered to provide accurate sound reproduction. A high-current, high-headroom Class A/B amplifier drives a 5" military-grade Kevlar woofer and 1" silk dome tweeter. The speaker features a bi-amplified design, so it exhibits a sound that's both powerful and precise. A rear-mounted port was built to a specific length and diameter to produce deep, defined bass. A custom waveguide eliminates unwanted high-frequency scatter, ensuring that the BX5 D3's imaging is spot on. And don't worry about positioning — a front-panel LED shines brightly when the BX5 D3 is at the ideal monitor angle.

Tailor your studio monitor to your mixing environment

Every room is different, and the BX5 D3 takes this into account. Its Acoustic Space Control tailors your monitor to your mix space, ensuring that you experience honest, accurate sound. Thanks to this useful feature, you can eliminate those pesky low frequencies and tame problematic standing waves. Use a set of these monitors, and you'll be amazed at how your mixes sound — they'll sound great in the studio, on your earbuds, and in your car.

M-Audio BX5 D3 Features:

  • 100W active studio monitor with 5" military-grade Kevlar low-frequency driver and 1" 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 52Hz
  • 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

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Tech Specs

  • Powered: Yes
  • Power Configuration: Bi-amped
  • Quantity: Single
  • LF Driver Size: 5" woofer
  • LF Driver Type: Kevlar with rubber surround
  • HF Driver Size: 1" tweeter
  • HF Driver Type: Silk dome
  • LF Driver Power Amp: 60W
  • HF Driver Power Amp: 40W
  • Total Power: 100W Class AB
  • Frequency Response: 52Hz-35kHz
  • Crossover Frequency: 2.5kHz
  • Maximum Peak SPL: 110 dB SPL
  • Input Types: 1 x 1/4" TRS, 1 x XLR
  • Features: Acoustic space bass response switch
  • Enclosure Type: Rear Ported
  • Enclosure Material: Vinyl laminated MDF
  • Height: 10"
  • Width: 6.9"
  • Depth: 7.8"
  • Weight: 12.3 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: BX5D3XUS

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Rated 5/5

Best in class!!

I've used these monitors for years and just bought my 4th set. I've used them around my studio as keyboard monitors for years, then discovered that you can use both the 1/4" and XLR inputs at the same time. I plug the keyboards into the 1/4" and the output of a secondary studio monitor controller into the XLR. I now have the output from my DAW wherever I'm at in the studio which makes recording the keyboard parts so much easier without having to wear headphones all day. The frequency response is amazing, the low end is by far better and more accurate than any other monitor in this class.
Music background: singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer, producer
Rated 5/5

This is certainly an upgrade from my AV 40s.

These are standalone powered monitors, so you (probably) need to use these through an audio interface. I paired these with a Focusrite 2i2 and the sound quality is spectacular.
Rated 5/5

Nice

Just plugged them in and the clarity is amazing and flat as a pancake. Bravo M-Audio. Keep up the great work.
Music background: producer/publisher
Rated 5/5

The best!!!

Very good sound quality
Rated 5/5

Expressive

Outstanding choice for monitors. The reputation and legacy of these is well deserved.
Music background: Veteran
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