M-Audio Studiophile BX8a

Studiophile BX8a Deluxe
8” Kevlar cones



Top Features

exceptional driver integration > well-balanced sound with superior detail
1-1/4” waveguide-loaded high-frequency drivers > excellent clarity
8” Kevlar low-frequency drivers > high resilience and durability
130 watts of bi-amplified power with crossover > dedicated reproduction of high and low frequencies
magnetic shielding > electronic equipment coexists without interference

Recording professionals around the world trust M-Audio Studiophile™ reference monitors for exceptional sonic accuracy. The new Studiophile BX8a Deluxe system builds on this legacy with new waveguides and enhanced driver integration for greater high-frequency clarity and refined sound. The magnetically shielded monitors feature 8” curved Kevlar low-frequency drivers plus high-temperature voice coils and damped rubber surrounds for durability and fidelity. The 1-1/4” natural silk, waveguide-loaded tweeters deliver a high end that’s both clear and easy on the ears. Custom-tuned crossovers distribute 130 watts of bi-amplified power for optimal frequency handling by each driver.

Deluxe edition

The Studiophile BX8a Deluxe monitors update the best-selling M-Audio BX8a system with a variety of enhancements. The new waveguide delivers a cleaner sound. Custom amplifier tuning enhances the integration between the high and low frequencies, delivering refined spectral balance and a smoother response. An elegant new industrial design completes the package.

Kevlar low-frequency drivers

To insure a lifetime of service, we constructed the BX8a monitor’s 8” low-frequency driver from woven Kevlar. Kevlar’s high mechanical and thermal resilience makes it ideal for use in speaker cones. Our engineers also created a curved conical design that improves room dispersion. High-damping reliable rubber surrounds provide percussive musical bass, and insure that the cone reaches its optimal excursion for accurate reproduction. And our high-temperature voice coils reduce power compression, guaranteeing that your monitors will deliver full performance hour after hour.

Silk-dome, waveguide-loaded, high-frequency drivers

Our high-frequency domes are made from natural silk to counter the high Q ringing that is inherent in the poorly crafted metallic materials often found in other monitors. In addition, our new waveguides refine the high-frequency response. M-Audio’s FerroFlow technology uses ferrofluid liquid cooling to dissipate heat for maximum efficiency and extended usage.

Bi-amplified efficiency

Active monitors have a distinct advantage over unpowered monitors because the built-in power amps are specially designed to work with the drivers and crossovers in a tuned system. Bi-amplification further refines the concept by dedicating separate power amps to the highs and lows. Combined with a finely tuned crossover, this design insures that both the high- and low-frequency drivers are asked to deliver only the frequencies they are most efficient at reproducing.

Rear-ported cabinet design

The Studiophile BX8a Deluxe monitor’s cabinet is integrally designed with its other components for optimal performance—right down to rounded corners for reduced edge diffraction and superior imaging. Custom rear-port design audibly reduces the turbulence and resulting distortion caused by poorly designed ports.

Magnetic shielding

Unchecked, the electromagnetic waves emanating from your speakers can wreak havoc with your computer’s video monitor or a nearby TV. The BX8a Deluxe is magnetically shielded so that all of your electronic equipment can coexist without interference.

Full Features

two-way studio reference monitors
deluxe edition delivers extended high-frequency response and refined sound
130 watts of continuous bi-amplified power
8” low-frequency drivers with:
curved Kevlar cones
high-temperature voice coils
damped rubber surround
1-¼” high-frequency drivers with:
natural silk domes
integrated waveguides
magnetic shielding
XLR balanced and ¼” balanced/unbalanced inputs
volume control
power indicator

Specifications

frequency response:	40Hz-22kHz
crossover frequency:	2.2kHz
low-frequency amplifier power:	70 watts
high-frequency amplifier power:	60 watts
maximum signal-to-noise (dynamic range):	> 100dB (typical A-weighted)）
polarity:	positive signal at + input produce outward LF cone displacement
input impedance:	20k ohms balanced,10k ohms unbalanced
input sensitivity:	85 mV pink noise input produces 90dBA output SPL at one meter with volume control at maximum
power:	factory programmed for either 115V ~50/60Hz or 230V ~50/60Hz
protection:	RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, turn-on/off transient, subsonic filter, external mains fuse
cabinet:	vinyl-laminated MDF
size:	12” x 10” x 15”; 30.48cm x 25.4cm x 38.1cm
weight:	26.4 lbs./unit; 11.97 kg