McIntosh XR50 is a 3-way Passive Bookshelf speaker by McIntosh. It features a 0.75" Hard-Dome Tweeter, x 2" Midrange and x 6" Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 40-45k Hz and a sensitivity of 81 dB.
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Frequency Response of the McIntosh XR50 Speaker
McIntosh XR50 has a Frequency response range of 40-45k Hz at ±3dB. With a minimum frequency of 40 Hz, XR50 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available subwoofer options.
Here we have a comparison of how XR50's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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On the treble side, with its upper limit of 45000 kHz, McIntosh XR50 has the highest frequency level among the Bookshelf speakers in our database.
Impedance and Sensitivity
McIntosh XR50's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
81 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so McIntosh XR50 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 81 dB, McIntosh XR50 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 McIntosh XR50:
Input Type
XR50 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
McIntosh XR50 External Dimensions and Weight
McIntosh XR50 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) .
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Available colors
McIntosh XR50 is available in Walnut (red).
Wall Mounting
XR50 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 McIntosh XR50.
- 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
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.