The ESI nEar i5 is a compact and powerful 2-way active studio monitor, designed for precision listening in home studios, multimedia environments, and mobile setups. Featuring a 5" polypropylene woofer and a 1" silk dome tweeter, the nEar i5 delivers clear mids and crisp highs with tight bass response. With a sturdy cabinet and front-ported design for efficient low-end projection, it's perfect for accurate monitoring in small to medium-sized spaces. Key Features: 5" polypropylene low-frequency driver 1" silk dome high-frequency tweeter Frequency response: 50Hz – 20kHz 40W RMS output (per speaker) Balanced 1/4" TRS & unbalanced RCA inputs Magnetic shielding for multimedia applications Front-firing bass port for extended low end


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  • Brand: Esi Audio
  • SKU: ESI 001
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Top Quality 5" Studio Reference Monitor

Building on the legacy of our renowned nEar studio monitors and upgrading our popular aktiv 05, the nEar i5 near field reference monitor sets a new standard for entry-level users seeking professional-level 5" near field monitoring speakers.

This DSP-based Class-D studio monitor features an ultra-flat low frequency response, a newly designed silk dome tweeter (40W powered), and a special 5" woofer (50W powered) made from selected sustainable sturdy paper fibers. These components deliver an unparalleled punch in the low-mid frequency range, offering a response unheard of in this class.

The unique Character selection switch provides a smooth Mix & Listen setting or a precise Reference sound.

The nEar i series is yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy. With nEar i7 and nEar i8 also larger options of the series are available.

Features

  • 2-way powered speaker, DSP-controlled, bass reflex, front ventilation, active studio monitor speaker
  • Amplifier type: Class D
  • HF Driver: 1" silk dome tweeter
  • LF Driver: 5" paper curved cone
  • Output Power LF: 50W @500Hz THD=10% / HF: 40W @8kHz THD=10%
  • AC consumption power: 72W
  • Frequency Response: 44Hz~20kHz
  • Input Impedance: 9kOhm unbalanced / 24kOhm balanced
  • Crossover Point: 2kHz
  • SPL: 93dB / peak 97dB
  • Input Connectors: XLR connector balanced +4dBu / TRS 1/4" unbalanced -10dBV
  • Volume Control: 21 step potentiometer
  • High Freq Shelf EQ: +2dB/0dB/-1,5dB/-3dB
  • Low Freq Shelf EQ: +2dB/0dB/-1,5dB/-3dB
  • Character: Mix & Listen, Reference
  • Indicator LED; power: orange, standby: red, signal overload: flashing
  • Wall / Truss Mounting option
  • Working Voltage AC100-240V 50/60Hz
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 185 x 263 x 217mm
  • Weight: 3.9 kg