ESI nEar i8 studio monitor, black cabinet with bright orange woofer cone, tweeter visible above, frontal view

ESI nEar i8 (single)

Name: ESI nEar i8 (single)
Brand: ESI
SKU: ESIA_NEARI8
Price: 419.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU: ESIA_NEARI8

AUD RRP $419.95 Inc GST*

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nEar i8

8" Studio Reference Monitor

Building on the legacy of our renowned nEar studio monitors and upgrading our aktiv 08, the nEar i8 near field reference monitor sets a new standard for entry-level users seeking professional-level 8" near field monitoring speakers.

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ESI nEar i8 studio monitor shown from front and rear angles, black enclosure with orange woofer cone visible

This DSP-based Class-D studio monitor features an ultra-flat low frequency response, a newly designed silk dome tweeter (55W powered), and a special 8" woofer (65W powered) made from selected sustainable sturdy paper fibers. These components deliver an unparalleled punch in the low-mid frequency range, offering a response unheard of in this class.

The unique Character selection switch provides a smooth Mix & Listen setting or a precise Reference sound. Rear panel of ESI nEar i8 studio monitor showing XLR input, volume control, and power connector against dark textured background

The nEar i8 is yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy. The nEar i5 and nEar i7 are also available.

Three black ESI nEar studio monitors with orange woofers, shown in descending size from left to right on white background.

Features

2-way powered speaker, DSP-controlled, bass reflex, front ventilation, active studio monitor speaker
Amplifier type: Class D
HF Driver: 1" silk dome tweeter
LF Driver: 8" paper curved cone
Output Power LF: 65W @500Hz THD=10% / HF: 55W @8kHz THD=10%
AC consumption power: 98W
Frequency Response: 35Hz~20kHz
Input Impedance: 9kOhm unbalanced / 24kOhm balanced
Crossover Point: 2kHz
SPL: 100dB / peak 104dB
Input Connectors: XLR connector balanced +4dBu / TRS 1/4" unbalanced -10dBV
Volume Control: 21 step potentiometer
High Freq Shelf EQ: +2dB/0dB/-1,5dB/-3dB
Low Freq Shelf EQ: +2dB/0dB/-1,5dB/-3dB
Character: Mix & Listen, Reference
Indicator LED; power: orange, standby: red, signal overload: flashing
Wall / Truss Mounting option
Working Voltage AC100-240V 50/60Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD): 255 x 365 x 275mm
Weight: 7.4 kg