Q Acoustics 3030i is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Q Acoustics. It was released in February 2020. It features a 1" decoupled Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Coated paper Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 46-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 88 dB. Q Acoustics 3030i has an MSRP of 499$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Q Acoustics 3030i 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.)
Q Acoustics's 3000i Series of Loudspeakers
3030i is a member of Q Acoustics's 3000i series of Passive speakers. The 3000i range are Q Acoustics' award-winning affordable British speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Frequency Response of the Q Acoustics 3030i Speaker
Q Acoustics 3030i has a Frequency response range of 46-30k Hz at -6dB and Power Range of 25-75 watts. With a minimum frequency of 46 Hz, 3030i delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how 3030i'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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Crossover frequency of the Q Acoustics 3030i?
The crossover frequency of the 3030i is set to 2400Hz. 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
Q Acoustics 3030i's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms but can go down to as low as
4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
88 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Q Acoustics 3030i a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
88dB of the Q Acoustics 3030i is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Q Acoustics 3030i plays in your room →
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Minimum Impedance of the Q Acoustics 3030i
Even though the nominal impedance of the 3030i is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Q Acoustics is 4 ohms Q Acoustics 3030i so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the Q Acoustics 3030i need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
16–75 W
per channel into 6 ohms.
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Input Type
3030i features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Q Acoustics 3030i External Dimensions and Weight
Q Acoustics 3030i has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12.7 x 7.8 x 12.9inch (325.0 x 200.0 x 329.0mm ).
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 Q Acoustics 3030i is approximately 658.0cm2 / 102.0inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Q Acoustics 3030i, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Q Acoustics 3030i Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Q Acoustics 3030i virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Q Acoustics 3030i Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Q Acoustics 3030i weighs 6.20kg / 13.6lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how 3030i's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $500
Cabinet type and Materials
Q Acoustics 3030i has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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.
Port Position
Q Acoustics 3030i 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. 3030i comes with
2 x Foam Bungs so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
Q Acoustics 3030i is available in Walnut, Black and White.
Wall Mounting
3030i doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Q Acoustics 3030i come with a Grille?
3030i 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. Since the included grille of the 3030i is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 3030i?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of 3030i:
- 2 x 3030i bookshelf speakers
- 2 x Speaker Grilles
- 2 x Foam Bungs
- 1 x User Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Q Acoustics 3030i.
- 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.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Q Acoustics 3030i, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Q Acoustics 3030i
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Q Acoustics 3030i speaker:
Official Brochure for Q Acoustics 3030i
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Q Acoustics 3030i speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Q Acoustics 3030i
Warranty
4 Years of parts warranty and 4 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.