B&W : MT-50 (BLACK)
The MT-50 home theatre system combines the M-1 loudspeaker, with the incredibly compact, yet powerful, ASW608 subwoofer for an unbelievable surround sound experience.
Big movie sound doesn’t necessarily require a blockbuster budget. Our entry-level MT-50 system delivers both great value and a truly immersive cinematic soundscape. This system swaps the PV1D for our compact but punchy ASW608 subwoofer, available in a choice of matt black and white finishes to match the M-1s.
The versatile M-1 satellite provides all five speakers in this surround system, providing a full-range, coherent and cohesive sound from the front to the back of the sound stage. The M-1 is also compact and discreet enough to fit into relatively small spaces.
For big sound in small spaces, it’s hard to beat the ASW608, the most compact of the 600 Series subwoofers, and the perfect partner for the M-1 satellites in smaller rooms.
From the inside out, the M-1 was conceived as a unified system. Its design has evolved in a totally integrated way, from the custom-made crossover to the two-piece clamshell cabinet. Now, following a complete technological overhaul, including all-new drive units designed in-house, it sounds better than ever. Dispersion has increased. Imaging is pin-point accurate. Performance is now full range. |
The M-1’s versatility allows it to adapt perfectly to any home environment, no matter how awkward the space. You can put an M-1 on a bookshelf. Or mount it on a wall. Or position it on its own floor-length stand. It can swivel to a horizontal position, for when you want to use one as a centre-channel speaker. You can even take your pick of a choice of Matte Black or Matte White finishes. |
Nautilus speaker
The M-1’s tweeter is a highly specialised piece of equipment custom-made by the team behind some of our best-known hi-fi speakers. The tweeter is tube-loaded – a design innovation we first introduced on our ground-breaking Nautilus speaker. The tube works by soaking up unwanted resonance from the back of the tweeter, so the sound you hear from the front is as detailed and precise as possible. |
Anti-Resonance Plug
The redesigned bass/mid-range driver features our Anti-Resonance Plug – an acoustic innovation first seen on our high-end PM1 loudspeaker. Constructed from polymer foam, the mushroom-shaped device soaks up resonance like a sponge while also reducing cone break-up, creating unparalled clarity and detail in the midrange. |
Discreet wiring
No-one likes messy cables cluttering up their domestic space. So in the same way as a power cable enters a well-designed table lamp at its base and passes up through the stand, the M-1’s signal cable disappears into the back of the table plinth stand. From here, the signal reaches the speaker via a specially-designed, pre-wired arm support. |
ASW 608
Providing the bass channel in your surround sound set up, the award-winning ASW608 offers extraordinary power and control for such |
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Description |
Active closed-box subwoofer system
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Drive units |
1x ø200mm (8 in) paper/Kevlar® cone long-throw
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Frequency range |
-6dB at 23Hz and 25/140Hz adjustable (EQ at A)
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Frequency response |
±3dB 32Hz – 40/140Hz adjustable (EQ at A)
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Bass Extension
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-6dB at 23Hz (position A)
-6dB at 28Hz (position B)
-6dB at 36Hz (position C)
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Low-pass filter
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Active 4th-order, variable cut-off frequency
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Amplifier
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Power output: 200W
Rated power consumption: 40W/ 0.5W standby
Impedance: 33k Ω
Signal/noise: >90dB Functions: Volume level – line in Volume level – speaker in Low-pass filter frequency Low-pass filter bypass (line in only) Bass extension Bass roll-off alignment Auto sense on/standby Phase switch |
Inputs:
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Line In (RCA Phono)
Speaker in (Binding post)
12v trigger (3.5mm jack)
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Dimensions | Height : 260mm (10.2 in) no feet Width : 260mm (10.2 in) Depth : 330mm (13 in) including grille and controls |
Weight |
8.85kg (19.5 lb)
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Mini Theatre M-1
Forming the basis of a completely revised Mini Theatre concept, the new M-1 combines a cleaner aesthetic with dramatically improved performance. Combine it with either the ASW608 or the new PV1D subwoofer to create a home theatre experience with superb integration and impressive power for such a discreet system. Plus, its more extended bass response allows M-1 to be used on its own for two-channel applications. Mount the speaker as shown on a table or shelf. Alternatively, a bracket is included for wall mounting and a floor stand is available as an optional extra.
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Technical features |
Nautilus™
tube loaded tweeter with aluminium dome
Woven glass fibre cone bass / midrange
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Description | 2-way vented-box system |
Drive units |
1x 25mm (1in) aluminium dome high-frequency
1x 100mm (4in) woven glass fibre cone bass / midrange
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Frequency range | -6dB at 55Hz and 50kHz |
Frequency response | 64Hz - 23kHz ±3dB on reference axis |
Dispersion |
Within 2dB of reference response
Horizontal: over 60º arc
Vertical: over 10º arc
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Sensitivity | 85dB spl (2.83V, 1m) |
Harmonic distortion |
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m)
<1% 120Hz - 30kHz
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Nominal impedance
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8Ω (minimum 4.0Ω)
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Crossover frequency
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4kHz
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Recommended amplifier power
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20W - 100W into 8Ω on unclipped programme
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Max. recommended
cable impedance
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0.1Ω
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Dimensions
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Height: 248mm (9.8in)
Width: 114mm (4.5in)
Depth: 162mm (6.4in)
Mounted on table stand
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Net weight
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2.3kg (5lb)
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Finishes
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Cabinet: Matte Black or Matte White
Grille: Matte Black or Matte White perforated steel to match
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