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User Guide (English)
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the M-Audio M3-8 3-way amplified studio monitors. The M3 line of
loudspeakers build on M-Audio's legacy of high performance studio monitors, with the 3-way driver
design providing accurate, high-resolution playback that is free of audible distortion and coloration.
This allows you to hear everything that is in your source recordings so that you can create better
mixes.
Even if you are experienced with recording and mixing, please take a moment to read through this
guide. It will give you valuable information about how to set up your M3-8 monitors and will help you
get the most out of your new purchase.
Box Contents
M3-8 studio monitor (1)
User Guide
IEC power cable (1)
Safety & Warranty Manual
Non-slip pad (1)
Support
For complete system requirements, compatibility information, and product registration, visit the M-
Audio website:
m-audio.com
.
For additional product support, visit
m-audio.com/support
.
Specifications
Frequency response
40 Hz ~ 20 KHz
Crossover frequency
Low-Mid: 450 Hz
Mid-High: 3.9 KHz
Low-frequency amplifier power
150 W
Mid-frequency amplifier power
30 W
High-frequency amplifier power
20 W
LF cutoff
flat, 80 Hz, 100 Hz
LF boost cut
+6 dB at 100 Hz
MF boost cut
+6 dB at 1 KHz
HF boost cut
+6 dB at 10 KHz
Polarity
Positive signal at + input produces outward LF cone displacement
Input impedance
20 K
Ω
balanced, 10 K
Ω
unbalanced
Input sensitivity
85 mV pink noise input produces 90 dBA output SPL at 1 meter with
volume control at maximum
Power
200 W
Protection
Output current limiting; over-temperature; transient on/off protection to
prevent speaker "pops"; subsonic filter; external mains fuse
Cabinet
Wood veneer front baffle with vinyl-laminated cabinet
Size
(W x H x D)
10.6" x 17.1" x 11.2"
268 mm x 434 mm x 285 mm
Weight
28.2 Ibs./unit
12.8 kg/unit
Above specifications subject to change without notice.
