Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is a 2-way Passive Bass reflex Surround speaker by Emotiva. It features a 25×32 mm" folded ribbon Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" woven fiber cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 75 Hz – 27 kHz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 has an MSRP of 399$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
Emotiva's Airmotiv X Series of Loudspeakers
Airmotiv XA2 is a member of Emotiva's Airmotiv X series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Emotiva Airmotiv X Series Speakers
Emotiva Airmotiv X Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 Speaker
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 has a Frequency response range of 75 Hz – 27 kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of Up to 80 watts. With a minimum frequency of 79 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from Airmotiv XA2 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Emotiva Airmotiv XA2, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Airmotiv XA2's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Surround Speakers
High Frequency
Surround Speakers
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2's folded ribbon Tweeter
Crossover frequency of the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2?
The Crossover frequency of the Airmotiv XA2 is set to 3200Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Surround Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2:
Input Type
Airmotiv XA2 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 Back View
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 External Dimensions and Weight
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12.5” x 7.15” x 8.5” (317 x 182 x 216 mm ).
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 Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is approximately 393.1cm2 / 60.9inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Emotiva Airmotiv XA2, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
WeightThe Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 weighs 10.00kg / 22lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Airmotiv XA2's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Surround Speakers
Weight
Surround Speakers under $500
Cabinet type and Materials
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 has a
Bass reflex type cabinet.
Port Position
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 is available in Black.
Does the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 come with a Grille?
Airmotiv XA2 comes with magnetic grilles in black color choices. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Airmotiv XA2 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 with Grille
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Emotiva Airmotiv XA2
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Emotiva Airmotiv XA2 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Emotiva Airmotiv XA2
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.