Luxman MS-210 (1984–1986)
A clean, honest speaker from Luxman's entry-level 210 series, built for clarity, not show.
Overview
The Luxman MS-210 isn't a statement piece, and it wasn't meant to be. It came out in 1984 as part of the "210er Luxman-Einsteigeranlage", a complete entry-level system. The idea was to bring the Luxman name within reach of more listeners without giving up clarity and balance. For about 450 Deutsche Mark, buyers got a no-nonsense 3-way speaker with solid engineering and no flash. It sold alongside the L-210 integrated amplifier, T-210 L tuner, and K-210 cassette deck, so the whole setup was ready to go. Luxman is better known for its high-end separates. The MS-210 is the brand's attempt to scale that philosophy down without watering it out. It's not a powerhouse. It's built to deliver what the recording engineer put down, not reinterpret it.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Luxman |
| Model | MS-210 |
| Type | 3-way, closed |
| Drivers | Bass: 220 mm, Midrange: 120 mm, Tweeter: 25 mm dome |
| Power handling | Sinus 70 W / Musik 100 W |
| Sensitivity | 85 dB/W/m |
| Frequency response | 30 - 25.000 Hz |
| Crossover frequencies | 350 Hz, 3.500 Hz |
| Impedance | 8 Ohm |
| Dimensions (BxHxT) | 285 x 510 x 240 mm |
| Weight | 8,5 kg |
| Years of manufacture | 1984 - 1986 |
Key Features
Sealed 3-way design
The MS-210 uses a closed (sealed) enclosure. That avoids the port noise and potential bass bloat of vented designs, and it gives tighter, more controlled low end, which helps in smaller rooms or near walls. The 3-way layout splits the audio spectrum across three drivers, so each works within its best range. A 220 mm bass driver handles the foundation, a 120 mm midrange handles vocals and instruments, and a 25 mm dome tweeter takes the highs. The division of labor is straightforward.
Precision crossover network
The crossover points are 350 Hz and 3.500 Hz. The lower one (350 Hz) sends deep bass to the woofer and passes mids and highs on to the next stage. The second (3.5 kHz) sends upper midrange to the mid driver and treble to the tweeter. This keeps the smaller drivers from straining and helps hold the tone together across the frequency band.
Historical Context
The MS-210 was part of Luxman's 210-series entry-level system, a complete package for listeners stepping into quality audio without overspending. With the L-210 amplifier, T-210 L tuner, and K-210 cassette deck, it made a matched set that required no guesswork. Another model in the same series, the MS-215, likely offered a variation, possibly a bookshelf version or alternate voicing, though exact differences aren't documented. This system approach was common in the 1980s, and Luxman used it to introduce its reputation for refinement to a broader market.
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