The Avantone MixCubes Full-Range Mini Reference Monitors are a pair of passive professional studio reference monitors specifically tailored to produce the useful musical range of 90Hz to 17kHz. In today's world of high definition media, it is still necessary to mix music that translates and sounds as defined on lo-fi speakers such as laptops and smartphones, as well as hi-fi full-range HD audio systems. The MixCubes provide audio engineers with accurate and detailed mid-frequency referencing, leaving the larger 2-way and 3-way monitoring systems to bass and high-frequency referencing.

The MixCubes are passive and handle up to 200 watts (8 ohms) from an external amplifier. The 5.25" driver is enclosed in a handsome MDF cabinet with a retro-cream finish. The input connector features 3-way CE rated plastic encased metal binding posts that accept up to 12-gauge wire, spade lugs and dual banana plugs. The MixCubes' small size make them easy to place in any studio setting, and as an added feature, Avantone installed 5/8"-27 thread microphone stand fittings to the base of each speaker.

Sold as Pair    Passive Full Range 8 ohm Operation    Mid-Range Frequency Studio Referencing    5.25" Shielded Drivers    3-Way Binding Posts    Cone is Crafted Using New Zealand Pulp    Handles up to 200 Watts    Mountable to 5/8"-27 Thread Mic Stands

Studios primarily use larger 2-way & 3-way 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. Listening tests reveal that the MixCubes have a smooth, more open, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining their basic original character.

3-way CE rated plastic encased metal binding post speaker connections accept up to 12-gauge wire, spade lugs and dual banana plugs

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 the 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.

The bottom mic stand mounts will also allow you creative positioning options in unusual studio playback situations.

Related Questions and Answers

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A: The Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro Mini Capture Card comes as it is pictured.

Q: 2. Related to a hardware functionality question on the Pro, will it be possible via firmware update to send a single fixed input to this device through Ethernet, and a switched program out through USB?

A: We can't predict if Blackmagic would be allowing that. For right now, this will just allow you to convert the IP signal into SDI and HDMI video.

Q: 3. Using the streaming bridge, can I feed lobby and sanctuary TV's with the SDI out plugs and use the HDMI output to feed a Boxcast device to Live Stream?

A: Yes, both the SDI and HDMI outputs have the same feed from the Bridge.

Q: 4. So does this convert the MFT lens mount to canon ef?

A: The Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro EF Mount is simply a Canon EF Mount for the Blackmagic URSA, not an adapter.

Q: 5. When using this to replace the PL Mount on the 12k Ursa, do you change out any of the shims? The 12k Ursa Mini manual seems to say no, but some online sources say to remove the .10 shim that came originally with this camera.

A: Performing a focus calibration test will determine if you need to use shims or not.

Q: 6. Does it work on 4.6k version?

A: It is only compatible with the URSA Mini Pro 4.6k. Not the original 4.6k version.

Q: 7. Will this work on the Ursa Mini 4K?

A: No, the URSA Mini 4K EF camera doesn't have an interchangeable lens mount. The URSA Mini 4K PL camera model can only be interchanged with the URSA Mini B4 Mount.

Q: 8. Will this work with BMPCC 6k?

A: No, the BMPCC 6K is not on the compatibility list for this adapter.

Q: 9. Does this power the Canon CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 COMPACT-SERVO Cinema Zoom Lens on the Ursa Broadcast camera?

A: Yes. The following adapter will provide passive power and lens data support.

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