The next generation of studio-standard monitors from Yamaha.
No matter where the Yamaha MSP7 Powered Monitor Studio monitors are used, and with what sources or other
audio gear, you know that you're always receiving the benefits of a perfectly matched power amplifier and speaker system.
You'll hear the difference. You'll also benefit from the convenience of not having to deal with external amplifiers and cabling.
By integrating and matching the power amplifiers and speakers, the relationship between them can be kept under perfect control
for superior performance in the widest possible range of systems. Naturally the power amplifiers themselves are of the finest
quality and, unlike component power amplifiers that must be designed for acceptable matching with the widest possible range
of speakers, are designed and manufactured specifically to drive the MSP7 system's woofer and tweeter in their specific enclosure.
Advanced bi-amp design
With the MSP7 STUDIO everything you need is built-in - all you have to do is supply the line-level input. The 6.5 inch cone
woofer is driven by an 80-watt power amplifier, while the 1 inch dome tweeter has its own 50-watt power amplifier. In the
MSP7 STUDIO this particular power and driver combination results in the perfect balance between the low-mid and high frequency
ranges. The frequency ranges are divided via a carefully designed electronic crossover before the power amplifier inputs,
featuring steep 30-dB/octave roll-off curves in both the low- and high-pass filters. The steep roll-off minimizes inter-modulation
between the frequency bands at the crossover point, achieving significantly smoother, cleaner crossover performance in the
critical midrange. And the fact that the crossover is a line-level electronic design completely eliminates the loss, distortion,
and sometimes severe inter-modulation that are almost unavoidable in conventional passive crossover networks driven by a single
power amplifier.
Details that define superior performance
The MSP7 STUDIO woofer and tweeter units feature some important design innovations that contribute directly to improved sound
quality. The 6.5 inch woofer, for example, features a specially treated polypropylene cone with low-damping rubber surrounds
for exceptionally smooth response. Low-reflection high-rigidity die-cast magnesium baskets both maximize mechanical precision
while minimizing unwanted coloration of the speaker's output. The 1 inch tweeters feature titanium domes that offer the perfect
combination of light weight and rigidity for precise reproduction right up to 40 kHz. The tweeters have a powerful magnetic
circuit that results in extremely fast response for crisp, natural transients, and are integrated with a waveguide that achieves
uniform high frequency dispersion of 120 degrees. But precision manufacturing makes a huge contribution to performance as
well as basic materials and design. The slightest eccentricity in the alignment of the tweeter domes and waveguides, for example,
can seriously affect performance. So can the alignment of the coils and magnetic circuits. These are details that require
a considerable investment of energy and resources to do properly, and they are exactly the details that make the MSP7 STUDIO
the superior studio monitor that it is.
Magnetic Shielding That Won't Distort Your Sound In today's production environment,
which often includes computer and video displays as well as a range of magnetic media, magnetic shielding is essential. Conventional
magnetic shielding schemes have the unfortunate side effect of distorting the magnetic flux of the speaker's critical magnetic
circuit. The end result is distorted sound. This obstacle was effectively overcome in the MSP7 STUDIO with a new "advanced
magnetic structure" that achieves effective shielding while maintaining the integrity of the speaker's magnetic circuit for
significantly lower distortion as well as an improved definition. the continuity of the enclosure, the thick-walled MSP7
STUDIO cabinet is molded in one piece, resulting in smooth acoustic transfer throughout the entire enclosure for superior
reproduction precision. One-piece molding also makes it possible to produce the large-radius rounded baffle corners that help
to maintain a natural wavefront and minimize diffraction for a smoother, more uniform polar response, as shown in the accompanying
plots. Internal tweeter mounting also boosts high-frequency performance by eliminating spurious resonance from the tweeter
frame.
One-piece molded enclosure with rounded baffle
Wood can be good, but synthetic materials have advanced to the point where they offer some overwhelming advantages. In addition
to the fact that enclosures materials can be created with ideal density and resonance characteristics, they can be molded
to almost any shape with precise tolerances. Where wood cabinets have glued joints that interrupt the continuity of the enclosure,
the thick-walled MSP7 STUDIO cabinet is molded in one piece, resulting in smooth acoustic transfer throughout the entire enclosure
for superior reproduction precision. One-piece molding also makes it possible to produce the large-radius rounded baffle corners
that help to maintain a natural wavefront and minimize diffraction for a smoother, more uniform polar response, as shown in
the accompanying plots. Internal tweeter mounting also boosts high-frequency performance by eliminating spurious resonance
from the tweeter frame.
Connectors and controls
The MSP7 STUDIO features a balanced XLR-type connector for input. This provides direct compatibility with professional gear
and allows the use of balanced lines for maximum audio quality even where long cable runs are required. Rear-panel controls
include a continuous input sensitivity control, and trim switches that enable you to adjust the bass and treble in four and
three positions, respectively (+1.5 dB/0 dB/-1.5 dB/-3 dB at 50 Hz and +1.5 dB/0 dB/-1.5 dB at 10 kHz), so that the system's
response to be quickly matched to the room. There's also a low cut (FLAT, 80 Hz, 100 Hz) switch that is useful when the MSP7
STUDIO is used with the SW10 STUDIO subwoofer. The AC power cord is removable for easy transportation and setup.
Refined
looks for refined sound
The MSP7 STUDIO features a refined appearance that is a perfect match for its outstanding monitor performance. It is in fact
"functional beauty" that results from an uncompromising approach to reproduction quality. The elegant rounded baffle has been
primarily designed for superior dispersion characteristics, and is visually balanced by a high-efficiency rounded heat sink
on the rear panel. The integral wave-guide horn also contributes to outstanding sound while adding to the speaker's visual
appeal. Some speakers are designed to look good. The MSP7 STUDIO has been designed throughout for superior sound, and looks
great as a result.
Yamaha MSP7 STUDIO Powered Studio Monitor Features:
- 2-way bass-reflex bi-amplified near field studio monitor
- 6.5" cone woofer and 1" titanium dome high-frequency unit delivers 45Hz- 40kHz frequency response.
- 130 watts (LF 80W + HF 50W) dynamic bi-amplified power
- XLR balanced input
- 31 positions Level Control facilitates precise overall system level matching
- Low Cut switch and TRIM Control (High/Low)
- Full magnetic shielding
Mix with MSP7s and have your songs sound great on any playback system!
Yamaha MSP7 STUDIO Powered Studio Monitor Specifications:
- Type: Biamp 2-way Powered Speaker
- crossover Frequency: 2.5 kHz LF: 30 dB/oct, HF: 30 dB/oct
- Overall Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 40 kHz (-10 dB)
- Maximum Output Level: 106 dB, 1 m on Axis
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 8.58 x 12.99 x 9.25 inches (218 x 330 x 235 mm)
- Weight: 26.89 lbs (12.2 kg)
- Magnetic Shielding: Yes
- Low frequency driver: 6.5" cone
- High frequency tweeter: 1.0" Titanium dome
- Enclosure Type: Bass-Reflex
- Material: PP
- Output Power: LF 80 W THD = 0.05 %, RL = 4 Ohms; HF: 50 W, THD = 0.05 %, RL = 6 Ohm
- S/N, IHF-A filter: 99 dB, LEVEL = Max
- Input Sensitivity (XLR-3-31): +4 dBu, LEVEL = Center -6 dBu, LEVEL = Max
- Input connector: XLR-3-31 (balanced)
Controls
- Level: control 31 positions detent type VR
- Low cut: switch flat/80 hz (12 db/oct)/ 100 hz (12 db/oct)
- High trim: +1.5/0/-1.5 db at 15 khz
- Low trim: +1.5/0/-1.5/-3 db at 45 hz
- Power: switch on/off
- Indicators: LED Green Power on
- Red: Clipping Red
- Power Consumption: 100W