Cambridge Audio MSX20 is a 2-way Passive Bookshelf speaker by Cambridge Audio. It was released in 2023. It features a Tweeter, x 2.25" Midrange and 2 x " Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 120-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB.
Frequency Response of the Cambridge Audio MSX20 Speaker
Cambridge Audio MSX20 has a Frequency response range of 120-20k Hz. 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.
Here we have a comparison of how MSX20's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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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. Work out how loud the Cambridge Audio MSX20 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Cambridge Audio MSX20 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
12–190 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
MSX20 features Binding post type connectors.
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Cambridge Audio MSX20 External Dimensions and Weight
Cambridge Audio MSX20 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) (155.6 x 79.4 x 96.8mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Cambridge Audio MSX20 is approximately 76.9cm2 / 11.9inch2.
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WeightThe Cambridge Audio MSX20 weighs 0.75kg / 1.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how MSX20's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
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 are our favorite isolators but you may find 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.