Specifications

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May 98
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M&K is the only speaker manufacturer that has produced only
Satellite and Subwoofer systems since 1974. M&K makes Satel-
lite-Subwoofer systems because we believe this is the optimum con-
figuration for reproducing music and film sound. Here is why:
Physics dictates that speakers reproducing true Deep Bass (down
to 20 Hz and below) must be large. Therefore, M&K Powered Sub-
woofers, like all subwoofers, come in fairly large enclosures (with the
exception of the MX-700, MX-70B and VX-7 Mk II).
But large enclosures, with their large front baffles, are not good for
reproducing the rest of the audible spectrum. Midrange and high fre-
quencies produced from cabinets with large front baffles have a dis-
tinctive coloration known as baffle diffraction distortion. The small
baffles of M&K Satellites minimize this coloration, resulting in an open,
natural three-dimensional sound.
M&K subwoofers are designed as complete systems. Each model's
performance is even better than you would expect from the high qual-
ity of its driver, cabinet, and amplifier—because these elements are
optimized to work with each other in that specific product.
M&K’s design allows the user to set the bass level anywhere from
flat to grossly exaggerated. Built-in adjustable low-pass filters allow
users to fine-tune the splice between the Satellite and Subwoofer
speakers without a separate crossover, and some models have a fixed
filter for optimum sound with M&K high-pass filters. For Dolby Digital
and THX units, most models have a low-pass filter bypass to elimi-
nate any phase problems associated with dual filters.
M&K's has the most
(24+ years) experience with
Satellite-Subwoofer systems
Bass frequencies are best
produced by large enclo-
sures
M&K powered subwoofer
designs are optimized to
outperform passive designs
by a wide margin
and...
Midrange and high frequen-
cies are best produced by
small enclosures
The Satellite-Subwoofer System Concept
When speakers are set up in a room, they are usually located to
produce the best imaging at the main listening position. In virtually all
rooms, though, that location does not give the deepest and smoothest
bass response. It usually means that the speaker's bass response
will be disappointing, because the speaker will not meet its bass specs
in that room! This compromise is inherent for all speakers without a
separate subwoofer.
With an M&K system, you simply locate the Satellites for imaging
and the Subwoofer(s) for the best bass. Listening rooms have an
enormous effect on sound quality, and only Satellite-Subwoofer sys-
tems provide this superior flexibility for achieving the best possible
sound in any room.
M&K Satellites' compact size has been appreciated by customers
for years because that means great placement flexibility and unobtru-
siveness. With the advent of 5.1 channel home theater and music
systems, this advantage is appreciated even more!
Locating speakers for the
best imaging will not produce
the best bass, and vice versa
M&K Satellite speakers
are the ideal size for Home
Theater systems