Scansonic HD MB1 B Floorstanding Speakers

Scansonic HD MB1 B Bookshelf Speakers

The Scansonic HD MB1 B Bookshelf Speakers features the same good solid, two-way binding post. The feet are machined from aircraft quality aluminum and can be adjusted to level the speaker. For added rigidness, we have added a carbon sheet to the top panel; this, paired with extensive internal bracing, makes the cabinet inert and silent. For the MB-1 they have an optional dedicated stand, with MB-series matching aluminum adjustable feet. The MB-1 also fits the X-1 stand.

Key Features

– 2-way bookshelf speaker pair
– Low mass ribbon tweeters
– 4.5″ carbon cone drivers
– Rounded cabinet design reduces diffraction and colouration
– Reflex port at front of speaker for ease of placement
– Visually and tonally matches the rest of the MB Series speakers
– Authentic Scandinavian design
– Easy on the eyes and ears
– Maximum performance in the price range
– Technology inherited from world-renowned Raidho Acoustics speakers
– MB-B series speakers have been upgraded and optimized in almost all areas
– Matching stands available separately

Scandinavian design and build quality
The Scansonic HD MB1 B Bookshelf Speakers has a solid foundation in the Nordic design tradition. It is simple, sleek, elegant and visually square when seen directly from the front, and curved and organic when seen from an angle.

The rounded edges of the cabinet reduce diffraction and minimize the sonic imprint on the frequency response. It does not matter if your home features a modern or classic decor, or anything in-between, the timeless design of the MB1 B will fit in any space. The internal construction has been changed, in order to optimize airflow which combined with the minimalistic use of damping-material has created a very dynamic and linear low-frequency reproduction

The old acoustically vented cabinets have now been replaced with a ported cabinet, which is tuned for optimal impulse response – resulting in a more linear, dynamic and detailed low-end reproduction, while at the same time making in-room placement of the speaker much easier and versatile.

Ribbon Tweeters
It was clear to Scansonic from the very beginning, that some core techniques from the Raidho speakers would be of great importance: The speakers had to be designed around a ribbon tweeter that works with at super lightweight diaphragm that is sealed around the edges to allow for a seamless transition to the midrange region.

The MB-B ribbon tweeter has a membrane with an extremely low mass. It is formed by a Kapton-aluminum sandwich that is only 20 um thick, and the resulting mass is app. 0.03g, which is approximately 50 times less than any conventional textile, ceramic, beryllium or diamond dome. The lower mass translates directly into higher resolution and less material colouration.

Redesigned Crossover
The crossovers have been completely redesigned. This has resulted in a much more linear and natural sound, which is clearly visible throughout the whole MB-B range. The crossover has been designed to time-align all drive units at listening distance. The result is a speaker which not only presents a large and precise soundstage, it also boasts a timing that will make your foot tap and put a big smile on your face!

Weaved Carbon Cones
For the MB-B series, Scansonic developed a ridged, dustcap free, carbon membrane. By carefully optimizing the shape and stiffness, Scansonic has succeeded in making a very quiet woofer that blends beautifully with the ribbon tweeter. The woofer has an overhung magnet system, with long linear stroke and excellent bass performance.

The drivers are carefully designed to match the slim enclosure. The carbon-cone benefits from a very low weight, which in combination with the powerful magnet system, offers a very dynamic sound. A nice side effect of these design choices is that the break-in period has been reduced greatly to around 100 hours, meaning you can hear the best sound your speakers can offer sooner.

Sounds great with any amp
The Scansonic MB-B speakers are, by design, easy loads on practically any amplifier. The impedance doesn’t drop below 4 ohms on any model, and the sensitivity is high on all models. We will recommend a high-quality amplifier at any time, but it doesn’t matter if it is a tube amplifier, solid-state, a Class D, or a Class A. The MB-B speakers are designed to sound great with anything, you connect them to.

THE FACTORY
In Denmark Scansonic HD have our factory with skilled craftsmen. They produce some of the finest loudspeakers in the industry under the brands Raidho and Scansonic (MB series). The craftsmanship makes sure that every detail and every situation is taken care of in a very competent manner.

THE PHILOSOPHY
Having worked with Raidho speakers for more than 12 years, wthe team found themselves faced with a completely new challenge when they were asked to design a new range of high-performance speakers for the Scansonic brand, such as the Scansonic HD L-8 Active Subwoofer. From the start, they were very focused on building on all the experiences and strengths obtained from designing the Raidho speakers. At the same time, they also had to be aware of the long heritage and the Nordic design tradition of the Scansonic brand.

Specifications

Size, mm. (BxHxD): 178 x 312 x 286
Weight, kg.: 6,1 per unit
Freq. response: 45 Hz – 40 KHz
Impedance: > 8 ohm
Sensitivity: 86 db
Crossover: 2600 Hz / Minimum phase
Enclosure: Curved, heavily braced, ventilated box design with front loaded port
Drive units: 1 x Ribbon tweeter · 1 x 5,25″ Mid/Woofer
Colors: Black-silk, White-silk or Walnut
Amplification: We recommend high quality amplifiers >50W

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**Special order only. floorstand not included

New Zealand Scansonic HD Official Product. Come with Scansonic HD Manufactures Warranty.