Alesis - M1 Active 320 USB Monitors (Pair)

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Alesis M1 Active 320 USB Monitors (Pair)

compact speakers with built-in interface

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lab price:: $99.00
list price:: $199.00
item #:: sp-044

the lab review

OVERVIEW
The Alesis M1Active 320USBs are the first monitor spearkers with a built-in interface. This means you can play and record audio coming in thru your speakers (via 1/4", RCA + 1/8" inch inputs located on the back of the speakers) into the computer - no special drivers required. This is the most affordable way to get a pair of powered speakers (no amp or receiver required) AND a digital interface into your studio.

FEATURES
The M1Active 320 USB's are powered speakers (no amp or receiver required) with a USB 1.1 audio interface built in. They feature two 1/4" inputs, stereo RCA inputs, and 1/8" TRS mini-jack input which allow you to plug in your mixers output, turntables, keyboards, guitars, mics, or CD player into the M1Active and record and play directly into your computer at 16 bit/44.1-48kHz via USB. No special drivers required! The speakers also feature a helpful bass boost feature, switchable power supply, and magnetic shielding for placement near TV or computer monitors. Their lightweight and portable design which makes them very easy take along with you on the road.

OUR OPINION
If you are a dj or producer in the market for desktop monitors and an interface, you can't really beat the M1Active 320 USBs. The price is about as much as desktop monitors alone, but with the inclusion of a digital interface the value is incredible.

reviewed by the mgmnt 12/20/2007

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key features

- USB 1.1 audio interface
- 16-Bit / 44.1-48 kHz recording and playback
- TRS Headphone output
- 2 1/4" phone jacks inputs
- stereo 1/8" TRS mini-jack input
- stereo RCA inputs
- 1/8" TS output to passive speaker
- frequency Response: 80 Hz - 20 kHz - power: 10 W per channel RMS - bass boost
- switchable power supply
- magnetically shielded for placement near TV and computer monitors
- dimensions (W x H x D): 6.0" x 5.0" x 7.5"
- weight (total): 7.5 lbs