M-Audio Studiophile AV 20 Portable Desktop Speaker System

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Product Features

• optimized for computer audio including music, video and games
• acclaimed M-Audio technology used in pro recording studios
• separate high- and low-frequency drivers with crossover
• high-fidelity 10-watt-per-channel internal amplification
• custom cabinet with dense wood construction for full, warm sound

Product Details

• Item Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000ND8CO0
• Item model number: AV20
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,154 in Musical Instruments (See Bestsellers in Musical Instruments)

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Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Hear your music, movies and video games the way they were meant to sound with the M-Audio Studiophile™ AV 20 multimedia speakers. Built with the same M-Audio technology that professional recording studios have trusted for years, the AV 20 system provides an excellent audio upgrade for your computer. With internal amplification plus dedicated high- and low-frequency drivers, the AV 20 system lets you experience every detail of your sound. Custom cabinets with dense wood construction deliver a more accurate bass response than you could ever get from plastic multimedia speakers. And if you’re the creative type, the Studiophile AV 20 speakers are perfect for crafting your next remix, recording original tracks or adding music to a home movie.

Audiophile Sound for Your Computer

M-Audio is known throughout the professional recording world for building some of the most accurate studio monitors on the market. With the Studiophile AV 20, you can enjoy this same technology in a portable, powered speaker that is the perfect addition to any home computer or laptop. Designed specifically for today’s multimedia computers, the AV 20s feature a unique angled cabinet that creates an accurate listening environment even when you’re short on desk space.

Dedicated Drivers and Professional Components

Comprising a 2” composite woofer, 1” ferrofluid-cooled Mylar dome tweeter and an internal Class D amplifier, the Studiophile AV 20 is designed to deliver solid bass, crisp highs and convincing realism while occupying only a fraction of the space of standard desktop speakers. And with sturdy, magnetically shielded cabinets, the AV 20s can coexist with all manner of computer monitors, TVs and other electronic equipment without interference. 

OptImage III Technology

The Studiophile AV 20 features M-Audio’s proprietary OptImage III wave guide, which improves high-frequency response while minimizing phasing issues that can plague other portable monitors. The wave guide evens out the response of the weeter by making it work more efficiently. It also time-aligns the tweeter and the woofer so the audio from each driver reaches the listener at the same time, guaranteeing precise stereo imaging and accurate response.

Pro to Go

If you’re a music or media pro, don’t let the size and price of the Studiophile AV 20 fool you. These speakers deliver far better sound than anything in their range. And their compact size makes them the perfect solution for the traveling musician, filmmaker or anyone who wants top-notch audio from their laptop on the go.

Specifications

low-frequency Driver:	2" composite paper/fiberglass woofer
high-frequency Driver:	1" ferrofluid-cooled Mylar balanced-dome tweeter
stereo imaging:	OptImage III wave guides for superior imaging
shielding:	magnetic shielding
dynamic Power:	5W Class-D amplifier
input Connectors:	RCA unbalanced inputs
indicator:	front-panel controls for volume and on/off
cabinet:	angled wooden cabinet

Product Description
Hear your music, movies and video games the way they were meant to sound with the M-Audio Studiophile AV 20 multimedia speakers. Built with the same M-Audio technology that professional recording studios have trusted for years, the AV 20 system provides an excellent audio upgrade for your computer. With internal amplification plus dedicated high- and low-frequency drivers, the AV 20 system lets you experience every detail of your sound. Custom cabinets with dense wood construction deliver a more accurate bass response than you could ever get from plastic multimedia speakers. And if you're the creative type, the Studiophile AV 20 speakers are perfect for crafting your next remix, recording original tracks or adding music to a home movie. Comprising a 2 composite woofer, 1 ferrofluid-cooled Mylar dome tweeter and an internal Class D amplifier, the Studiophile AV 20 is designed to deliver solid bass, crisp highs and convincing realism while occupying only a fraction of the space of standard desktop speakers. And with sturdy, magnetically shielded cabinets, the AV 20s can coexist with all manner of computer monitors, TVs and other electronic equipment without interference. Tight, accurate low-frequency response Smooth, crisp highs OptImage III wave guides for superior stereo imaging Magnetic shielding for desktop use Low-frequency Driver - 2 composite paper/fiberglass woofer / High-frequency Driver - 3/4 ferrofluid-cooled Mylar balanced-dome tweeter Dynamic Power - 10-watt-per-channel Class-D amplifier Input Connectors - RCA unbalanced inputs Indicator - front-panel controls for volume and on/off Angled wooden cabinet

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars AV-20s a disappointment, September 9, 2008

By	RRP (Phoenix) - See all my reviews

I purchased a pair of the AV-20s for my 12-year-old daughter's computer. I didn't listen to them very closely, but thought they sounded pretty good, so I bought a pair for myself to use at my office with my laptop. When listening to them a little more closely, I noticed that the right speaker sounded significantly louder than the left speaker. I thought this was strange so I played different types of music, hooked the speakers up to multiple sound sources, and placed the speakers in different locations. The right speaker was always louder than the left speaker. When I held a hand up to each speaker I could "feel" that the vibrations from the right speaker were stronger than the vibrations from the left. I then listened to the Av-20s hooked up to my daughter's computer and, sure enough, the same problem with the right speaker being louder than the left. I returned the pair meant for my office and got a replacement set and it, too, had the same problem of the right speaker being louder than the left. I have returned the replacement speakers as well, so I've now gone through 3 pairs of the AV-20s that all had the same problem. The returns were very easy with Amazon, but I'm disappointed in the speakers. I own a pair of the M-Audio Studiophile AV-40s and love them. They don't exhibit any of the problems I've had with the AV-20s. I'm going to roll the dice and try a pair of the AV-30s and see what kind of luck I have.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars WOW great looking speakers!, September 3, 2008

By	Mark Wallace - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Ok, I AM an audiophile or at least wannabe one.

The good

First of all these speakers are a beautiful black with a cool blue light coming behind the on/off volume knob. I though they looked good online and was not disappointed. They indeed do look sharp.

A nice sturdy design that stays on the desk really good. These speaker are very stable.

The Ugly
There is only one input and it is RCA?? I have a mini phone to RCA adapter so was able to connect them. Wait maybe it came with it..?? Dunno.

The connection between the speakers is a basic unshielded speaker wire. Sure,the likelihood you will get cross talk from local CB'ers or other interference is low but it would have been nice to have it be black at least.

THE BAD
If you look at them and wonder how such a small speaker can deliver such great sound the answer is "It can't." If they didn't look so sexy on my desk I would put back my old Microsoft Digital speakers. They sounded at least as good AND had a woofer.

No Low end. A friend made a few adjustments to my EQ and I did get it a bit better, but MAN what a pile these speakers are! Unless I am missing something having to do with setup they aren't worth the shipping charge.

These will be an improvement over the FREE speakers some systems come with AND they do sound better than the PC speaker.

Shame on you M-Audio. Stick to what you do best because these speakers are absolute garbage. You make great audio interfaces but these speakers are NOT your crowning achievement.

Anyone wanna buy some great looking speakers?

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Left Right Unbalanced...say wah????, January 16, 2009

By	Babs - See all my reviews

Nice looking I thought...taking them out of the box (and they were FREE with a Pinnacle Studion 12 upgrade offer). I plug them in and they sound very decent...then I start trying to unplug my left ear.

Nope. It's the speakers. If I switched the RCA L n R jacks same thing. The right speak is TWICE as loud as the left. Since they were free, I will adjust the balance on my soundcard output and keep them on my desk...they do sound decent for desk-jockey music. Please don't consider paying any money for these, though!!!!!