The Fostex 6301ND Powered Monitor is an Active Studio Monitor that is a part of the Model 6301 series which has been around since 1982 as the standard active monitor speaker in broadcast and production facilities. The 6301ND packs a full-range 4″ driver into a small compact form factor identical to the previous version of this speaker to make swapping out speakers a breeze. With sufficient connectivity options including a 1/4″ unbalanced input the 6301ND Powered Monitor speakers are ideal for a range of audio applications from home studio to professional use. Neutral Tone The Fostex 6301ND Powered Monitor is a compact studio monitor for use in professional recording and home studio applications. The full-range 4″ driver is powered by a 20W Class D amplifier which features an energy saving auto stand-by function. The drivers produce an extremely flat neutral tone ideal for accurate mixing and monitoring. Inputs include a 1/4″ unbalanced input and a digital AES/EBU XLR thru connection to provide daisy chaining support for multiple 6301NDs. An input selector is also included for selecting left right and left+right on each speaker. Quick and Easy Adjustments The Fostex 6301ND Powered Monitor front panel features a power switch along with a rotary level control to provide quick and easy adjustments and tweaks to your audio. The advanced automated protection circuitry is used to prevent overloads and short circuits which provides increased reliability. A standard IEC power cord is included with the 6301ND. Features 20W D-class power amplifier for higher output level and less power consumption with no heat sink Dedicated 4-inch full range driver for clear audio reproduction Traditional rugged enclosure of aluminum die-cast with the physically identical height and width to the current B-series Flat panel design to avoid inadvertent power-off or level change Auto Stand-by mode (compliant to ErP directive) for energy saving Detachable IEC type power inlet with multi-voltage power handling Specifications Speaker Section Enclosure type: closed Unit: 4″ full range Frequency response: 70 Hz – 15k Hz Sound Pressure Level: 85dB / W (1m) Maximum SPL: 98dB Amplifier Section Input Connector: 1/4″ TS Phone (unbalanced) Connector: XLR-3-31 (IEC 60958 AES/EBU) Output (Thru) Connector: XLR-3-32 (IEC 60958 AES/EBU) Input Impedance: 10k ohm or more Rated Output: 20W Distortion (T.H.D.): 0.05 (1kHz / 1W output) Residual Noise: -65dBV or less Input Sensitivity: 1/4″ TS phone: -14dBV (0.2Vr.m.s.) XLR(Digital): -12dBFS Auto Stand-by: active after approx. 25 min. of continuous input lower than the threshold level General Dimensions: 120 (W) x 189 (H) x 120 (D) mm Weight: 2.3kgs Power Requirement: AC 100 – 240V (50/60Hz) Power Consumption: 10W (less than 0.5W in stand-by mode)