Scansonic MB-1B Standmount Speakers - Walnut - Ex-Demo

The MB-series 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-1B there is a dedicated stand, with MB-series matching aluminum adjustable feet. The MB-1B also fits the X-1 stand.

Technical Specifications:

• Size: (WxHxD) 178 x 312 x 286 mm
• Weight: 6.1 kg
• Freq. response: 45 Hz – 40.000 Hz
• 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 4.5″ Mid/Woofer
• Amplification: We recommend high quality amplifiers >50W

The Audiophile Man - March 2025

8/10 Rating
"What is notable about the Scansonic MB-1B speakers is that you get a lot of performance from a relatively small form factor. Sure, the small size puts a limit on bass depth and expanse but these speakers still manage to provide an effective performance from that area. The highlight, of course, is the upper frequency insight and tonal realism. That tweeter and general design direction enhances instrumental separation, the measure of space and air in between those instruments, the broad and expansive soundstage and the accuracy from both the mids and treble." Paul Rigby - The Audiophile Man. Read the full review.

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