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Driver Technology
Enclosure Design
Connections
Mounting Options
Specifications
Driver Technology
Two-Way Design: The PSB Alpha Series B1 bookshelf loudspeaker features a true
two-way design that employs a single 5.25" mid-woofer paired with a single .75"
ferrofluid-cooled tweeter. The result is an extremely tight sound
with excellent imaging characteristics
5.25" Woofer: Each PSB Alpha Series B1
speaker employs a 5.25" injection molded metalized polypropylene woofer
with rubber surround for accurate, detailed midbass.
0.75" Tweeter: Each Alpha Series B1 loudspeaker is equipped
with a 0.75" aluminum dome, ferrofluid-cooled tweeter for crisp,
clear highs.
Waveguide: The B1 bookshelf speaker's tweeters utilize an
acoustical waveguide to deliver, more even high frequency response, no
matter what part of the room you're in.
Crossover Network: The tweeter and woofer are
crossed over at 3,000 Hz.
Magnetically Shielded: The B1 is magnetically
shielded for safe placement adjacent to your television.
Enclosure Design
Wood Grain Vinyl Cabinet: The PSB Alpha Series B1
bookshelf speaker
features a black wood grain vinyl cabinet that matches almost any decor.
Bass Reflex Design: The PSB B1 loudspeaker utilizes
a bass reflex enclosure with a rear-firing port for greater efficiency
and bigger bass response.
Aluminum Grille: The speakers come with removable
aluminum (metal-mesh) black grilles.
Connections
5-Way Binding Posts: The 5-way binding posts will
accept bare wire (up to 12-gauge), pin connectors, spade connectors,
banana plugs, and dual banana plugs.
Color-Coded: The speaker's binding posts are
color-coded (red/black) for easy identification between positive and
negative.
Mounting Options
Rubber Feet: The PSB B1 loudspeakers include eight
self-adhesive rubber feet to safely and securely place the speakers on
floor-stands or other AV furniture.
Wall Mounting: Each PSB Alpha Series B1bookshelf speaker
features a single keyhole slot and dual 1/4"-20 threaded insert to wall-mount
the speaker.
- Keyhole Slot: Each Alpha Series B1
speaker has a single keyhole slot on the back panel to easily wall-mount
the speakers.
- 1/4"-20 Threaded Inserts: Each B1
loudspeaker also features
dual 1/4"-20 threaded inserts to wall-mount the speakers using optional articulating brackets (sold separately).
Specifications
Frequency Response:
- On Axis @ 0°: 65-21,000 Hz (+/-3dB)
- Off Axis @ 30°: 65-10,000 Hz (+/-3dB)
- Low Frequency Cutoff -10 dB: 55 Hz
Sensitivity:
- Anechoic Chamber: 89 dB
- Typical Listening Room: 92 dB
Internal Volume: 0.29 cu ft