M-Audio BX3
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BX3
Product Info
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The BX3s are a surprisingly capable option for budget-conscious beginners or those needing a compact reference setup. They offer a relatively balanced sound and a decent frequency response for their size, making them ideal for bedroom producers, podcasters, or casual music listening – just don’t expect miracles at this price point.
Product Description
- M-Audio BX3
- Multimedia Reference Monitors
- Tweeter: 1" (25.4 mm) silk dome tweeter
- Woofer: 3.5" (88.9 mm)
- Kevlar diaphragm
- Output power: 120 Watt
- 2x 25 W (RMS)
- Frequency range: 80 - 22000 Hz
- Inputs: 2x RCA
- 2x 6.35 mm jack (TRS)
- 1x 3.5 mm stereo aux input
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Controls: Volume control
- high and low EQ controls
- speaker position switch
- Housing made of coated MDF
- Power consumption: 85 W
- Power supply: Internal power supply 100 - 120 V / 220 - 240 V
- 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions per speaker (W x D x H): 140 x 145 x 208 mm
- Weight per speaker: 1.68 kg
- Includes 3.5 mm interconnect speaker cable
- 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm jack cable and 3.5 mm jack to RCA cable
- Incl. Software (Download) MPC Beats
PROS
- • Kevlar woofer provides surprisingly tight and controlled low-end response.
- • Silk dome tweeter delivers a smooth, extended high-frequency response.
- • EQ controls offer basic but useful tonal shaping capabilities.
- • Compact size and lightweight design makes them easy to position.
CONS
- • Limited power output may struggle in larger rooms or at high volumes.
- • Plastic enclosure feels somewhat cheap and lacks acoustic dampening.
- • Bass response, while decent, lacks the depth of more expensive monitors.
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Key Features
Woofer Size
3.5 in (88.9 mm)
Power (Watts)
120
Frequency Range
80 - 22000 Hz
Connections
RCA, 6.35 mm jack (TRS), 3.5 mm aux, Headphone out
Weight
1.68 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
While decent for monitoring, their limited frequency response and EQ capabilities make them less ideal for critical mixing; consider them a good starting point.
The included cables are functional but basic; upgrading to higher-quality cables could subtly improve the sound, but isn't essential.
Yes, the RCA and 6.35mm inputs allow connection to a standard amplifier, though their performance will be best when powered directly.
