Essential Information About the M-Audio Forty Eighty Monitoring Speaker
- Studio Precision thanks to the internal DSP, filtering, and fine equalization for faithful sound reproduction and tight bass.
- 150 W Class AB Bi-Amplification and 8-inch Kevlar woofer for comfortable dynamic headroom.
- Total Control via the "M-Audio Forty Series Control" app with 5-band EQ and presets, plus "FLAT" and "HYPE" modes on the front panel.
- Wired and Wireless Versatility with balanced XLR/TRS inputs and Bluetooth 5.0 TWS for cable-free stereo listening.
A New Benchmark in the M-Audio Lineup
The M-Audio Forty Eighty continues the brand's tradition of monitors combining performance and accessibility. Designed to deliver a stable stereo image and enhanced transparency, it offers a modernized workflow thanks to the onboard DSP and dedicated control app, while maintaining the robust studio aesthetic.
Who It's For and What It's For
Producers, engineers, DJs, and content creators will find in the Forty Eighty a reliable listening tool for composing, mixing, and checking the translation of their projects. In the studio, the "FLAT" mode enables precise analytical work; outside sessions, the "HYPE" mode offers a more energetic curve to validate perception on consumer systems.
DSP, Listening Modes, and Remote Control
At the heart of the system, the DSP manages crossover and equalization to optimize driver response. With the "Forty Series Control" app, finely adjust a 5-band EQ, save your presets, and adapt the speaker to your room or uses, from detailed editing to enjoyable listening.
Bluetooth 5.0 True Wireless Stereo facilitates relaxed listening and quick demos: pair two Fortys for instant stereo without running a single cable, while retaining the precision that has made M-Audio monitors renowned.
Technical Specifications
Design and Amplification
- Rear-ported bass reflex design
- Class AB bi-amplification
- Amplification power: 150 W (80 W LF, 70 W HF)
- MDF enclosure with vinyl coating
- Includes power cable and foam isolation pad
Drivers and Acoustics
- 8-inch Kevlar cone woofer
- 1.25-inch silk dome tweeter with waveguide
- Frequency response: 32 Hz - 22 kHz @ -10 dB
- Maximum SPL: 116 dB SPL
- Dispersion (H x V): 120deg x 90deg
Processing and Conversion
- Precision internal DSP crossover and equalization
- Professional Burr-Brown converters, signal-to-noise ratio over 120 dB
- Front panel reference modes "FLAT" and "HYPE" to switch from neutral to bass and treble enhanced sound
Connectivity and Controls
- Balanced XLR and 6.35 mm TRS jack inputs
- Trim control on the rear panel
Wireless and Ecosystem
- Bluetooth 5.0 for interconnecting two Fortys wirelessly and streaming in stereo, range 30 m
- "M-Audio Forty Series Control App" providing access to EQ settings and presets
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 381 x 254 x 292 mm
- Weight: 10 kg
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