Sterling Audio announced its new MX Series powered studio reference monitors, combining next-generation materials and Sterling’s proprietary dual-axis WaveGuidanceVH technology to deliver high efficiency and ultra-low distortion, even when mixing audio with challenging content. The series includes two models with balanced/unbalanced inputs and a compact model only with unbalanced inputs.
According to the Thousand Oaks, CA, company the new MX Series’ advanced, dual-axis WaveGuidanceVH technology provides “a very wide “sweet spot,” with extraordinarily wide and high dispersion. This provides a clear, articulate, and centered sound, even when listening off-axis both horizontally and vertically.”
Sterling’s MX Series’ low-frequency drivers employ a proprietary, multi-fiber cone design with superior damping, which minimizes sonic artifacts and unnatural resonances. A custom, four-layer voice coil delivers greater motor force for outstanding low-frequency performance. The silk-dome tweeter, powered by a neodymium magnet, provides smooth and natural high-frequency response. Each MX Series monitor sports a rear-panel acoustic port, which reduces low-frequency turbulence and distortion.
The series includes three models: the MX8, which features an 8-inch low-frequency driver and 1-inch silk-dome tweeter; the MX5, with a 5-inch woofer and 1-inch silk-dome tweeter; and the MX3, with a 3-inch woofer and ¾-inch tweeter. All three models feature variable highpass (+2, 0, or -2 dB) and lowpass (-3, 0, or +3 dB) filters enabling to custom tune the monitors to suit listening preferences and the recording environment. The MX8 and MX5 provide balanced XLR, balanced ¼-inch TRS, and unbalanced RCA inputs; the MX3 offers unbalanced RCA inputs.
“MX Series monitors pack plenty of natural bass punch and superior transient response, thanks to powerful Class A/B power amps. The top-of-the-line MX8’s 125W power amp and 8-inch woofer enable it to deliver big, tight, accurate low end. The MX5 is more compact, making it an excellent choice where space is at a premium; it is driven by an impressive 80 watts of Class A/B power. The highly portable MX3s feature a 20W power amp, more than enough to deliver plenty of clean, clear sound wherever you travel,” adds Sterling.
All MX Series monitors feature studio grade internal components and protective circuitry and feature a polished ebony finish with backlit Sterling logo. MX3s are sold as a pair, while MX5 and MX8 monitors are sold individually. The MX8s will have a street price of $249.99; MX5s will be $149.99 and the compact MX3s will be 99.99 for a pair. They are available now at Guitar Center and Musician’s Friend.
Sterling Audio, from Thousand Oaks, CA, designs affordable recording studio solutions including reference monitors, headphone amps, mic accessories and tube and FET microphones.
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