Stand Loudspeaker Reviews

Description: Active 2.1-channel speaker system with DSP crossover and equalization. Consists of:

XdS: Two-way acoustic-suspension, magnetically shielded, stand-mounted loudspeaker with molded composite enclosure and fitted stand. Drive-units: 1" aluminum-dome tweeter with neodymium magnet, 5.25" magnesium-cone midrange unit. Crossover frequency: 2.1kHz. Frequency response: 110Hz–30kHz, ±1dB. Peak acoustic output: 114dB.
Dimensions: 10.5" (270mm) H (not including stand) by 6.5" (165mm) W by 8.5" (220mm) D. Weight: 13 lbs (5.9kg).
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 100000049-38.

XdW: Acoustic suspension powered bass module. Drive-units: two side-mounted, 10" aluminum-cone woofers. Input: balanced (XLR). Controls: level only. Crossover frequency: 110Hz. Frequency response: 28–110Hz, ±1dB. Power: 500W RMS, 700W peak. Peak acoustic output: 116dB at 60Hz.
Dimensions: 22.1" (565mm) H by 11.2" (285mm) W by 13" (330mm) D. Weight: 57 lbs (25.9kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 02000001036-38.

XdA: DEQX-based DSP crossover/equalizer/4-channel class-D power amplifier. Maximum output power: 150Wpc RMS (21.8dBW), 400Wpc peak. Controls: Boundary compensation. Indicators: Power, Standby, Fault. Input connectors: XLR, RCA. Output connectors: XLR, RCA, binding posts.
Dimensions: 17" (435mm) W by 2.8" (70mm) H by 15.7" (400mm) D. Weight: 12 lbs (5.5kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 030000000025-39.

Finishes: As reviewed: Classic (maroon and cream lacquer) (speakers and stands), high-gloss, Dark Chocolate Red and Piano Black is also available; black/brushed aluminum, with blue LEDs (amplifier).
Price: $6000/system. Approximate number of dealers: 200.
Manufacturer: NHT, 6400 Goodyear Road, Benicia, CA 94510. Tel: (800) 648-9993. Web: www.nhtxd.com.