A compact 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker system from McIntosh, built for high-fidelity performance in a ported cabinet.
Overview
The McIntosh XR50 is a compact 3-way bookshelf loudspeaker designed and made by McIntosh. It was sold as a high-end speaker. It has a ported cabinet and a 3-way driver layout. The acoustic tuning is based on the characteristics of the front panel, and that shapes the sound. It belongs to a series that includes the XR100. One description calls it "gigantic sound from a compact speaker," and reviewers have been positive, noting how powerful it sounds for its size.
Specifications
| Product type | Ported 3-Way Bookshelf Loudspeaker |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 81 dB (2.8V/1m) |
| Recommended Power Range | 75 to 300 watts |
| Crossover Frequencies | 500Hz, 8kHz |
| Midrange Driver | 2.0" Polypropylene |
Design
The XR50 is a 3-way design with a ported cabinet. According to the owner's manual, the acoustic performance was tuned to account for the front panel's characteristics.
Context
The XR50 is part of a McIntosh speaker series that includes the XR100.
Market
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