have these on order. your views on these alesis m1 520?

[riffer7777]

Alesis M1 520 Features

5” (520) low frequency woofer for clear bass and midrange
1” silk dome tweeter for clear highs without ear-fatiguing harshness
High-precision drivers offer lower distortion and smoother frequency response
Acoustical waveguide for superior imaging with minimal diffraction
1” thick front baffle virtually eliminates speaker resonance
Magnetically shielded for close placement to video monitors in computer based music production studios
1/4” TRS connector with volume control
Low Frequency Density Switch for acoustic space adjustment of the monitors
Rear port design provides deep bass extension and increased SPL
Hi, Mid, and Low Frequency EQ switches to accommodate user preference and sub-woofers
Top mounted, integrated Power Switch/Clip Light Bar
Woofer. 5” lightweight, magnetically-shielded, ultra-stiff polypropylene cone with rubber surround and high power handling voice coil.
Tweeter. 1/4” silk dome with magnetic shielding.
Frequency Response. 56 Hz – 20 kHz.
Crossover Frequency. 2.8 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio. >100 dB below full output, unweighted.
Inputs. XLR and 1/4” supporting both balanced and unbalanced cabling.
Polarity. Positive signal on “+” pin creates forward cone displacement.
Input Impedance. 20k ohms balanced or 10k ohms unbalanced.
Input Sensitivity. 85 mV noise (pink) produces 90 dB(A) output SPL at 1 meter. Gain knob turned fully clockwise (maximum).
Dimensions (W x H x D). 6.5” x 10.5” x 7.75” / 16.5 cm x 26.7 cm x 19.7 cm
Net Weight (each speaker). 13.0 lbs / 6.0 kg.
Alesis m1 520 Specification


Bi-amplified Design / Tweeter – 25W, woofer – 50W
Woofer. 5” lightweight, magnetically-shielded, ultra-stiff polypropylene cone with rubber surround and high power handling voice coil.
Tweeter. 1/4” silk dome with magnetic shielding.
Frequency Response. 56 Hz – 20 kHz.
Crossover Frequency. 2.8 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio. >100 dB below full output, unweighted.
Inputs. XLR and 1/4” supporting both balanced and unbalanced cabling.
Polarity. Positive signal on “+” pin creates forward cone displacement.
Input Impedance. 20k ohms balanced or 10k ohms unbalanced.
Input Sensitivity. 85 mV noise (pink) produces 90 dB(A) output SPL at 1 meter. Gain knob turned fully clockwise (maximum).
Dimensions (W x H x D). 6.5” x 10.5” x 7.75” / 16.5 cm x 26.7 cm x 19.7 cm
Net Weight (each speaker). 13.0 lbs / 6.0 kg.

[SoCaljammer]

Hey Riffer, I looked at these real hard just the other day and they sounded great! We had them pretty cranked up and they were crystal clear. It was an untreated room so there was some reflection, but they sounded good. I liked the fact that they came as a pair too. But I actually ended up buying the Mackie MR-5's. I got a better deal. I would have been happy with the Alesis though!
Have fun they sound great!

Jim

[pooterpatty]

I just bought a pair identical to the ones you're looking at, only mine are the smaller 320s. I'm really happy with them. They're great for mixing in a regular size, untreated bedroom like mine. They've got more volume than you'll ever use, and with the 5" drivers, you should be able to get pretty decent low end. I'm using a small 6" sub with mine and it sounds great. Can't speak to reliability yet as they're brand new, but they seem pretty solid even if they're relatively light.

All I can tell ya is they sound good to me. Your results may vary, void where prohibited.

[riffer7777]

cheers jim n pooter.thanks a million for feedback.got call and they will be here 2moro.cant wait.i looked at the mackies lol.very nice jim.pooter them 320s look great and have some good write ups about them.i had a brainstorm and brought the m-audio av20s.i was on a budget so got em without really looking into it.they were very poor and the left speaker went in 3 weeks.the bottom line is dont cut corners !! keep you posted how they are ok.thanks again guys.