Q Acoustics 3050i is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Q Acoustics. It features a 0.9" decoupled Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Coated paper Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 44-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Q Acoustics 3050i has an MSRP of 999$ per pair but can often be found around 998$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Q Acoustics 3050i 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.)
Q Acoustics's 3000i Series of Loudspeakers
3050i is a member of Q Acoustics's 3000i series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Q Acoustics 3000i Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Q Acoustics 3050i Speaker
Q Acoustics 3050i has a Frequency response range of 44-30k Hz at ±-6.0dB and Power Range of 50-165 watts. With a minimum frequency of 44 Hz, 3050i 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.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Q Acoustics 3050i, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how 3050i's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Q Acoustics 3050i's 44Hz:
Crossover frequency of the Q Acoustics 3050i?
The Crossover frequency of the 3050i is set to 2500 Hz. 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 3050i's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms but can go down to as low as
4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Q Acoustics 3050i a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the Q Acoustics 3050i is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes 3050i an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Q Acoustics 3050i will be a good choice.
Minimum Impedance of the Q Acoustics 3050i
Even though the nominal impedance of the 3050i is 6 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Q Acoustics is 4 ohms Q Acoustics 3050i so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Q Acoustics 3050i:
Input Type
3050i features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Q Acoustics 3050i External Dimensions and Weight
Q Acoustics 3050i has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 40.2 x 12.2 x 12.6 in (1020 x 310 x 320 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 Q Acoustics 3050i is approximately 992.0cm2 / 153.8inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Q Acoustics 3050i, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Q Acoustics 3050i Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Q Acoustics 3050i virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Q Acoustics 3050i Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
WeightThe Q Acoustics 3050i weighs 17.80kg / 39.2lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how 3050i's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1000
Cabinet type and Materials
Q Acoustics 3050i has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF 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
Q Acoustics 3050i comes with
4 x Spike feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on. 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
Q Acoustics 3050i 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. 3050i comes with
1 x Foam bung 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 3050i is available in Walnut, Black, White and Grey.
Does the Q Acoustics 3050i come with a Grille?
3050i 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 3050i is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 3050i?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of 3050i:
1x 3050i loudspeaker1x Owners manual 2x Foam bung4x Spike feet 4x Spike cover 4x M5 screw 2x Rear stabiliser
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Q Acoustics 3050i.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Q Acoustics 3050i, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Q Acoustics 3050i
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Q Acoustics 3050i speaker:
Official Brochure for Q Acoustics 3050i
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Q Acoustics 3050i speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Q Acoustics 3050i
Warranty
4 Years of parts warranty and 4 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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