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Avantone Pro Active MixCubes - Cream  From Avantone

Inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually all-major studios for the last 25 years, these mixcubes will give you a glimpse of how your mix will sound in the real world.

Avantone Pro

$499.00

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Reference Speaker Comparison: Avantone MixCube vs. Auratone 5C - Quick n' Dirty

In this video, SoundPure Pro Audio Expert, David Barrett, discusses the differences between two fantastic reference speakers for your studio. The Avantone Pro MixCube is self powered and is super simple to incorporate into your existing studio setup. The Auratone 5C is a passive monitor, but it is still the undisputed industry standard for "real world" referencing in the recording studio. These two reference speakers are available for SoundPure's Try-Before-You-buy Program, so if you want to hear how they sound in your studio, shoot us an email at ProAudio@SoundPure.com or call us anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

Manufacturer's Description from Avantone

Studios primarily use 2-way & 3-way larger monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in this newly developing age of High Definition Audio, there is still a need to also hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small “bass-challenged” systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid-range vocal/guitar/keyboard areas. This is where having a full-range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing. Ten months of R&D comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the AVANTONE MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from the original 5C Sound Cubes. Listening tests reveal that the MixCubes have a smooth, more open, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining their basic original character.

The original 5C Sound Cubes™ were made of ½” particleboard covered with a glue-on wood grain contact paper. We chose to use thicker, denser MDF board because of its high rigidity and inherent low-resonance characteristics. We started with a 165mm (6 1/2") sealed cube design with radiused edges. We then chose an elegant Polyurethane high gloss “RETRO-CREAM” finish. The originals had either screws or on later models plastic binding posts mounted on a recessed plastic cup. We upgraded to high-end nickel plated, machined solid metal binding posts (Dual banana spacing) mounted on a black anodized ,milled and silk-screened aluminum terminal plate. Next we added a 7mm thick neoprene pad embedded into the base of the cabinet to serve as a skid-resistant acoustic isolator. Additionally, for creative mounting situations, we recessed an industry standard 5/8”-27 mic stand mount into the base.

The original drivers were a basic 5” stamped frame design. We designed a proprietary 5.25” die cast aluminum frame driver/cone assembly to exceed the performance of the originals. The mounting bezel is then polished for an elegant appearance. The paper cone, chosen for its musical character, is custom designed & crafted using the finest New Zealand pulp with mica fibers added for lighter weight & rigidity. The cloth surround is made in Japan to exacting uniform thickness tolerances. The Top Plate and T-Yoke of driver are made of Sumitomo 1008 low carbon steel enabling the highest modeled flux density in the gap. The magnets are Y- 40 GRADE (MIL-SPEC) yielding a 43oz. High Power-low distortion motor structure.

We designed the amp module from the ground up to be a true professional-grade amplifier. It incorporates “overkill” concepts in component selection as well as safety. The result is a “no-compromise” amp with robust headroom characteristics that will rival the performance of much higher priced studio rack mount amps.


 

Features


  • Balanced InputThis “combo XLR” input accepts a BALANCED male XLR plug as well as a 3-conductor BALANCED TRS ¼” or a 2 conductor UNBALANCED TS ¼” male plug. For unbalanced operation with a TS connector the minus signal is automatically grounded.
     
  • System GainThis variable control adjusts the sensitivity of the signal that appears at the input. Rotating the control clockwise increases the sensitivity while a counter-clockwise rotation decreases sensitivity. The adjustable gain range is from -30 to +6 dB. A setting of +6 allows a full, unimpeded signal to be sent to the amplifier. The detented gain positions allow for repeatable settings between speakers for proper matching. Please Note… when the signal appearing at the input is too hot, the amplifier can overload causing distortion and possible damage to the speaker. If overload occurs, attenuate (decrease) the input level by turning the knob counter-clockwise a few clicks.
     
  • On/Off SwitchThis illuminated switch turns the amplifier section on and off. The unit is still receiving power from the transformer however.
     
  • AC InputThis input is only to be use with the proprietary AVANTONE Power Supply. Tighten the cable/connector securely for reliable operation. Note: There is a switch on the power supply for selecting the proper AC/MAINS operating voltage for your location.
     
  • Ground Lift SwitchBy engaging this switch, the pin 1 shield is lifted at the input jack. This can be used to aid in ground loop control of the incoming analog line signal.
     
  • PlacementWhen positioning the Avantone Active MixCubes on stands or console bridges it is best to keep them at ear level and slightly angled in towards the engineer. Since they are shielded it is ok to place them near a CRT video monitor or TV without causing any problems. The bottom mic stand mounts will also allow you creative positioning options in unusual studio playback situations.
Avantone Pro

About Manufacturer

Avantone is a creative vehicle, enabling our core team to bring to market the things we see as missing in the industry. This can be as simple as a certain price point we feel should be met to give excellent quality for reasonable pricing. At other times, it may be an item that simply does not exist until we build it. We don't use the shotgun approach in creating a product line. Each and every product we create has passion and purpose behind it, whether it costs $20 or $1000. QUALITY: We do 100% Inspection of our mics right here in the USA. Most of our competition skips over this entirely or at best run "spot-checks". This takes us extra time but we want to do it. We care!

Specifications

System Type: Active (Self-powered) shielded full-range stereo pair  

Frequency Response: 90Hz - 17,000Hz (useful musical range)

Driver Impedance: Nominal 8 ohms

Max SPL: 104db @ 1 meter = 1%THD (PINK NOISE)

Amplifier Type: Class A/B

Amplifier Power: 60 watts RMS@ .005% THD (1KHz)

Amp Frequency Response: 22Hz-50KHz +0dB/- 3dB (90Hz-50KHz +/-0dB)

Noise: S/N -113 dB

Sensitivity: 0dBu (.775VRMS) input at maximum volume (+6dB) = 104dB SPL

Driver: Proprietary design 5.25" cast aluminum frame / paper cone / shielded

Cabinet: sealed / 18mm MDF / Dacron acoustical stuffing

Inputs: XLR & TRS (COMBO JACK) +4/Balanced and -10 unbalanced

Weight: 7 lb 5 oz (per speaker)

Dimensions: 165mm x 165mm x 165mm (6 1/2" x 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" in)