Cambridge Audio MSX20 is a 2-way Passive Bookshelf speaker by Cambridge Audio. It features a Tweeter, x 2.25" Midrange and x " Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 120-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB.
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Frequency Response of the Cambridge Audio MSX20 Speaker
Cambridge Audio MSX20 has a Frequency response range of 120-20k Hz at ±3dB. With a minimum frequency of 120 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from MSX20 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.
Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available subwoofer options.
Here we have a comparison of how MSX20's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Cambridge Audio MSX20's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
88 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Cambridge Audio MSX20 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
88dB of the Cambridge Audio MSX20 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
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Input Type
MSX20 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Cambridge Audio MSX20 External Dimensions and Weight
Cambridge Audio MSX20 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) .
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Available colors
Cambridge Audio MSX20 is available in White.
Wall Mounting
MSX20 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Cambridge Audio MSX20.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.