Avantone Pro Mixcube Active – Active Mini-Reference Monitor (Black) [SINGLE]

OVERVIEW

The Avantone Pro Mixcube Active is a powered, shielded, full-range studio mini-reference monitor. Its design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually all major studios for the last 25 years.

The Avantone Pro Mixcube Active is designed to be a high-resolution, full-range powered mini-reference monitor for fixed or remote locations. The secondary engineering facet was to create a timeless design that complements a single full-range transducer.

Studios primarily use 2-way and 3-way large monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in the newly developing age of High Definition Audio, there is still a need to hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small “bass-challenged” systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full-range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid-range vocal/guitar/keyboard areas. This is where having a full-range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing.

More than twelve months of R&D, comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone Pro Mixcube. The result is a very smooth-sounding, full-range upgrade from those old familiar 5C Sound Cubes engineers were so fond of in the 1980’s-1990’s. Listening tests reveal that the Mixcube has a smoother midrange, a more accurate, transparent top-end response with extended bass while maintaining the basic characteristics of those original little cubes.

Constructed of non-layered, high-rigidity MDF board due to its natural low-resonance characteristics. All cabinet edges are radiused. Elegant Polyurethane high gloss “buttercream” finish. 7mm thick neoprene pad embedded into the base of the cabinet serves as a skid-resistant acoustic isolator. For creative mounting solutions, we recessed an industry standard 5/8″-27 mic stand mount into the base.

The paper cone (chosen for its musical character) was custom designed utilising the latest in FEA modelling and “old-school” speaker design artistry. The finest New Zealand pulp material is blended with mica fibres for rigidity and longevity. The cloth surround material is made in Japan and has unique damping characteristics, enabling a predictable compliance over the lifespan of the driver. The motor structure is made of certified 1008 low-carbon steel by Sumitomo. The magnets are Y-40 GRADE (MIL-SPEC), yielding a 43 oz High-power/low-distortion motor structure. The proprietary 5.25″ die-cast aluminum frame supports the driver/cone, minimising mechanical transfers. The outer mounting face of the aluminum frame is polished for an elegant appearance.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Full-Range Mini-Reference Monitoring

The Mixcube provides a focused full-range reference designed to reveal how a mix translates through smaller playback systems, making it an invaluable secondary monitoring tool.

Crossover-Free Single-Driver Design

A single full-range transducer eliminates crossover-related tonal anomalies, providing a particularly revealing perspective through the critical midrange where vocals, guitars and keyboards often reside.

Inspired by a Studio Classic

Inspired by the legendary 5C Sound Cubes used in professional studios for decades, the Mixcube retains the essential concept of compact full-range reference monitoring while delivering a smoother, more extended and refined presentation.

Smooth, Musical Response

Extensive research, comparative listening and voicing resulted in a monitor with a smooth midrange, transparent top end and extended bass while retaining the familiar character that made small reference cubes so useful.

Custom High-Performance Driver

The proprietary driver combines a custom paper cone, mica-fibre reinforcement, controlled cloth surround and robust motor structure to deliver musical character, durability and predictable performance.

Rigid, Low-Resonance Cabinet

The sealed cabinet is constructed from high-rigidity MDF chosen for its natural low-resonance characteristics, helping provide a stable acoustic platform for the full-range driver.

Flexible Placement Options

The compact cabinet can be used in fixed or remote locations and includes a recessed microphone-stand mount for creative positioning beyond conventional desktop placement.

Integrated Acoustic Isolation

A neoprene pad built into the cabinet base provides skid resistance while helping acoustically isolate the monitor from its supporting surface.

Studio or Remote Monitoring

Its self-powered design and compact form make the Mixcube practical for both permanent studio installations and portable or remote recording and mixing environments.

FEATURES

• Powered, shielded full-range mini-reference monitor
• Inspired by the legendary 5C Sound Cubes used in professional studios
• Single full-range transducer for crossover-free monitoring
• Designed to provide a revealing perspective on mix translation through smaller playback systems
• Particularly focused and revealing through the critical midrange
• Smooth midrange with transparent, extended high-frequency response
• Extended low-frequency response while retaining the character of traditional reference cubes
• Extensive R&D and comparative listening used to refine the monitor’s voicing
• Custom-designed paper-cone driver combining modern FEA modelling with traditional speaker-design techniques
• New Zealand pulp cone material blended with mica fibres for rigidity and longevity
• Japanese cloth surround with controlled damping characteristics
• High-power, low-distortion motor structure
• Proprietary die-cast aluminium driver frame helps minimise mechanical energy transfer
• High-rigidity MDF cabinet selected for low-resonance characteristics
• Sealed cabinet design with internal acoustic stuffing
• Radiused cabinet edges and elegant high-gloss finish
• Integrated neoprene base pad provides skid-resistant acoustic isolation
• Recessed microphone-stand mount enables flexible positioning options
• Suitable for fixed studio or remote monitoring applications
• Self-powered design simplifies installation and setup

TECHNICAL SPECS

System Type: Active (self-powered) shielded full-range single speaker

Frequency Response: 90Hz-17kHz (accessible musical range)

Impedance: Nominal 8 ohms

Max SPL/Sensitivity: 104 dB @ 1 meter = 1%THD (PINK NOISE)

Amplifier Type: Class A/B

Amplifier Power: 60 watts RMS@ .005% THD (1KHz)

Cooling: Convection / Heat sink-aluminum fins

Frequency Response: 22Hz-50KHz +0dB/- 3dB (90Hz-50KHz +/-0dB)

Noise: S/N -113 dB

Sensitivity: 0 dBu (.775VRMS) input at maximum volume (+6dB) = 104 dB SPL

Driver: Proprietary design 5.25″ cast aluminum frame / paper cone / shielded

Cabinet: sealed / 18 mm MDF / Dacron acoustical stuffing

Inputs: XLR & TRS (COMBO JACK) +4/Balanced and -10 unbalanced

Colour: Black

Finish: Polyurethane high gloss “buttercream” finish

Dimensions: 6.5″ x 6.5″ x 6.5″

Cabinet Weight: 7.13 lbs