Chapter 1: Introduction

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chapter 1

Introduction

Thank you for choosing M-Audio® 
Studiophile® DSM active reference speakers.

This guide provides installation and operation 
instructions for the M-Audio DSM1 speaker.

DSM1 speakers feature high-end design ele-
ments and precision control circuitry, engi-
neered to provide exceptional tonal accuracy, 
clarity and dynamic range in a wide variety of 
applications.

What’s in the Box? 

• One  DSM1  speaker

• One  AC  power  cable 

• Four acoustic isolation pads

• M-Audio Registration Information Card

Features

DSM1 speakers have the following features:

• Self-powered, bi-amplified operation

• Selectable analog and digital inputs

• Custom-tuned enclosures

• Advanced driver design and materials

• Onboard DSP for crossover control, EQ, and 

volume trim

About the Speakers

Amplifiers

M-Audio DSM1 speakers feature built-in 
amplifiers. 

Bi-Amplification 

DSM1 HF and LF drivers are in-

dependently powered by two separate, low-dis-
tortion internal power amplifiers. 

Class D Design 

DSM1 Class D amplifiers com-

bine the efficiency and size advantages of a dig-
ital amplifier with the precision, control and 
sound quality of linear amplification.