PSB Imagine X2T is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by PSB. It was released in 2013. It features a 1" Dome Tweeter, 1 x 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.2" Clay/Ceramic/Poly Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 30-23k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. PSB Imagine X2T has an MSRP of 1500$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the PSB Imagine X2T 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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.)
PSB's Imagine Series of Loudspeakers
Imagine X2T is a member of PSB's Imagine series of Passive speakers. The Imagine range is PSB's mid-tier line, using the brand's transitional-cabinet and diffraction-reducing design. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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PSB Imagine Series Speakers
PSB Imagine Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the PSB Imagine X2T Speaker
PSB Imagine X2T has a Frequency response range of 30-23k Hz and Power Range of 20-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 30 Hz, Imagine X2T 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.
Here we have a comparison of how Imagine X2T's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the PSB Imagine X2T?
PSB Imagine X2T's Clay/Ceramic/Poly Woofer
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), there is only one Passive Floor-standing speaker that have the deeper bass levels than the PSB Imagine X2T's 30Hz:
Crossover frequency of the PSB Imagine X2T?
Imagine X2T is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange is set to 500 Hz and the crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 2200 Hz.
Impedance and Sensitivity
PSB Imagine X2T's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
90 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so PSB Imagine X2T is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
90dB of the PSB Imagine X2T is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the PSB Imagine X2T plays in your room →
What amplifier does the PSB Imagine X2T need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
7.5–120 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Imagine X2T has 5-Way post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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PSB Imagine X2T's 5-Way post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
PSB Imagine X2T External Dimensions and Weight
PSB Imagine X2T has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 40-1/8 x 9 x 16-3/4inch (1020.0 x 229.0 x 426.0mm ).
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 PSB Imagine X2T is approximately 975.5cm2 / 151.2inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of PSB Imagine X2T, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
PSB Imagine X2T Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the PSB Imagine X2T virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
PSB Imagine X2T Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe PSB Imagine X2T weighs 23.60kg / 51.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Imagine X2T's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1500
Cabinet type and Materials
PSB Imagine X2T has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
PSB Imagine X2T comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
- 4 Rubber feet
- 4 Spiked Feet
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
PSB Imagine X2T is a front-firing port speaker, which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Available colors
PSB Imagine X2T is available in Black.
Does the PSB Imagine X2T come with a Grille?
Imagine X2T comes with Magnetic grilles. 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.
PSB Imagine X2T with Grille
What's in the Box of PSB Imagine X2T?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Imagine X2T:
- Floor-standing speaker
- Grille
- 4 Rubber feet
- 4 Spiked Feet
- Wrench
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the PSB Imagine X2T.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the PSB Imagine X2T, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for PSB Imagine X2T
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the PSB Imagine X2T speaker:
Official Brochure for PSB Imagine X2T
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the PSB Imagine X2T speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for PSB Imagine X2T
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.