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Notes: Build upon the legacy of our famous nEar05 models, the new aktiv 05 near field reference monitor take professional level 5" near field monitoring speakers for the entry level to yet another level.

The monitor boasts an ultra-flat low frequency response with its newly designed larger silk dome tweeter and the top quality kevlar 5" driver delivers unparalleled punch in the low-mid frequency - a major improvement over the paper and polypropylene drivers used in most comparable products. ESI was the first vendor using kevlar for studio monitors in this price range as material inside the low frequency driver. Other vendors have since copied our idea, however there is much more to excellent sound of aktiv 05. A new tuning of all components by our engineers in Germany and the use of the completelely new crossover design, turn aktiv 05 into yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy.

Optionally an aktiv 05 based monitoring system can be expanded with a subwoofer like our aktiv 10s. aktiv 05 is the perfect alternative to our higher end uniK 05+ reference monitor if you are on a budget.

Features
2-way powered speaker / active studio monitor speaker
5" kevlar curved cone (magnetic shielding type) as LF driver
1" silk dome tweeter as HF driver
output power 60W (HF 30W, LF 30W), 85W AC consumption power
magnetically shielded for desktop operation
input connections: XLR / TS1/4" combo connector, balanced / unbalanced input
input impedance: 23.3 kOhm balanced, 13.3 kOhm unbalanced
input sensitivity: 75mV@1Watt, 415mV@30Watt
frequency response: 50Hz - 20kHz
crossover frequency: 2.5 kHz
SPL: 88dB +/- 3dB
operating voltage: AC100-240V 50/60Hz, with 115V / 230V AC selection switch
blue power LED on the front
standby function, can be turned on and off (only models sold in certain countries)
dimensions: 250mm (H) x 176mm (W) x 200mm (D)
weight: ca. 4.5kg

Notes: The entry into the Amber series

Upgrading ESI's legendary U22 XT, this audio interface offers maximum flexibility and excellent audio quality.

Amber i1 features a new modern eye catching design with an amber coloured volume knob that stands out from the green sand main body colour. Hardware loopback, USB-C, a completely newly designed LED display area, separate line inputs, advanced signal source selection and an exceptional audio quality in this class are just a few of the special features by Amber i1.

XLR INPUT to connect a microphone via XLR cable.
INPUT GAIN CONTROL to change the input gain / input level for Microphone and Hi-Z signals.
PEAK / INPUT LEVEL METER to check the input level.
INPUT INDICATOR to show the selected input (Line/Mic/Hi-Z/Mic+Hi-Z).
INPUT SELECTOR to change the input between Line/Mic/Hi-Z/Mic+Hi-Z.
HEADPHONE VOLUME CONTROL to change the output volume for connected headphones.
+48V PHANTOM POWER SWITCH to provide phantom power for condenser microphones.
HI-Z INPUT to connect an electric guitar with 1/4" TRS cable.
+48V INDICATOR indicates +48V phantom power.
DIRECT MONITORING CONTROL to control the monitoring mix.
MASTER VOLUME CONTROL to control the master output volume.
HEADPHONE OUTPUT to connect a headphone.
USB-C SOCKET to to connect the audio interface to a PC, Mac, or tablet.
LINE OUTPUT 1/2 to connect the audio interface to speakers or an amplifier.
LINE INPUT 1/2 to provide a line input for keyboards, synthesizers, CD-Players, etc.

Everything you need to record

Amber i1 provides everything you need to record vocals and instruments in professional studio quality. The bus powered USB-C audio interface provides superb 24-bit / 192 kHz converters and works with ultra-low latency. It features a high quality microphone preamp with 48V phantom power, a Hi-Z guitar input with gain control and dedicated line level inputs for synthesizers or sound modules.

Realtime processing and best performance

Comfortable real-time input monitoring and master volume controls are directly accessible on the front, also there is a powerful headphone output with independent volume control. Studio monitors can be connected to the balanced outputs. Amber i1 is class compliant and works with any modern Mac (Intel or M1 CPU or better), PC (Windows 10 and higher) and with many portable devices (iPhone, iPad, etc. - an optional Apple Lightning to USB adapter is required for devices with Lightning port). It is compatible with virtually all common audio software thanks to the professional low latency ASIO 2.0 driver for Windows and CoreAudio compatibility on the Mac. A powerful software package incl. the Bitwig Studio 8-Track DAW, Steinberg WaveLab LE for stereo audio editing and Steinberg Cubasis LE for iPad/iPhone is included. The package also includes 3 months of 3000 minutes for JackTrip Virtual Studio.

Perfect driver support

Amber i1 is class compliant and works with Windows 10 / 11 with a high performance EWDM driver supporting ASIO 2.0 and DirectWIRE Routing and with macOS / OS X supporting the Apple CoreAudio driver. You can also use it with iPhone or iPad. Via DirectWIRE Loopback, internal signals can be recorded and processed.

Notes: eXtra 10 headphones are a combination of lightweight, half-closed headphones and a modeling plugin for binaural perception. With the included dSONIQ Realphones ESI Edition, you'll get true studio control room sound with your headphones, no matter where you are.

Optimally adapted

The physical characteristics of the eXtra 10 form the basis for the adaptation of the popular dSONIQ software. Through months of fine-tuning, the ESI Edition has been optimally adapted to the ESI headphones down to the smallest detail. The result is a combination of solid audio hardware and an innovative technology that makes the sound reproduction as reliable and precise as a high-quality monitoring system in the studio.

Finalize your song faster with presets to verify your mix

With Realphones, your eXtra 10 become a reliable monitoring tool for mixing tracks - whether on the road or in the studio. Not only that: a single mouse click is all it takes to make them sound like hifi speakers, like ear pods or like a portable device. Thanks to the software, you can check your final mix without even taking off your headphones.

Designed for long mixing sessions

eXtra 10 headphones are lightweight, providing a clear and accurate reproduction for monitoring purposes in the studio.

Designed to adjust automatically to any head size and outfitted with extra durable and isolated ear pads, you will be surprised how comfortable our eXtra 10s are - especially when used for longer periods. Delivering a wide range with specially selected transducers, you will be able to listen to all the details of your mix across the whole frequency response.

Even with no software used, eXtra 10 headphones offer an amazing quality.

eXtra 10 is available on its own as well as in our U22 XT cosMik Set studio recording bundle.

Bundled Software

In order to get you started right out of the box, eXtra 10 ships with a powerful software package for professional recording, creation of your own songs, mixing of any audio content and much more. The following applications are currently included:

Features/specifications

Combination of headphones and modeling software
On-the-ear simulation of a recording studio control room
The dSONIQ Realphones ESI Edition can either be used as plugin in the DAW or as standalone software
Finalize your mix faster than ever with various presets
Dymamic half-closed monitoring headphones in studio quality (can also be used without modeling software)
50mm diameter neodymium drivers
Impedance: 32ohm
Sensitivity: 94dB SPL (1mW)
Frequency response: 15Hz - 29kHz
Max. power: 1200mW
Cable length: about 2.5m
1/8" plug, gold plated screw-on adapter to 1/4" included

Includes download license of Realphones ESI Edition from dSONIQ. If you receive a pair of headphones of an earlier production series without the license, you are entitled get your free registration code via the online form.

Notes: MoCo is a fully passive monitor controller that helps you to provide perfect control over the playback volume of your studio monitors.

"Fully passive" means that there are no active components involved, that could in any way alter the audio signal - keeping the maximum sound quality level for your studio monitors. MoCo provides two separate stereo inputs (one with balanced 1/4" TRS connectors, one with both unbalanced RCA and unbalanced 1/8" TRS connectors) and two separate stereo outputs (one with balanced XLR connectors, one with balanced / unbalanced 1/4" TRS plus unbalanced 1/8" TRS connectors). MoCo does not change your signals from unbalanced to balanced: what goes in, goes out!

Via one switch you can select the input signal and with separate buttons, each output can be enabled. Also there is a switch that changes the monitor signal to mono and you can mute the playback audio signal quickly at the touch of a button. A quick swap of the left and right audio signal channels is also possible. And of course, the stylish big knob in the center of MoCo controls the actual playback volume.

Features/specifications

2x mono balanced 1/4" TRS input (input A)
2x mono unbalanced RCA input (input B)
1x stereo unbalanced 1/8" mini jack input (input B)
2x mono balanced XLR output (output A)
2x mono balanced / unbalanced 1/4" TRS output (output B)
1x stereo unbalanced 1/8" mini jack output (output B)
Selected high quality potentiometer for passive volume control
A/B input selection switch
L/R switch to swap left & right audio channels
Independent A and B buttons to enable and disable the outputs
Mono downmix button (mixes left to right channel and right to left channel)
Mute button to mute output signal instantly
Approx. dimensions: 164 mm (length), 130 mm (width), 55 mm (height)

Notes: Great value here. ESI's compact reference monitors offer solid bass response all the way down to 44 Hz, clear mids and high frequencies, plus the versatility of digital signal processing.

Supplier's Notes:
Building on the legacy of ESI's renowned nEar studio monitors and upgrading the popular aktiv 05, the nEar i5 near field reference monitor sets a new standard for entry-level users seeking professional-level 5" near field monitoring speakers.

This DSP-based Class-D studio monitor features an ultra-flat low frequency response, a newly designed silk dome tweeter (40W powered), and a special 5" woofer (50W 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.

The nEar i series is yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy.

Notes: Building on the legacy of ESI's renowned nEar studio monitors, the nEar i7 near field reference monitor sets a new standard for entry-level users seeking professional-level 6.5" near field monitoring speakers.

This DSP-based Class-D studio monitor features an ultra-flat low frequency response, a newly designed silk dome tweeter (40W powered), and a special 6.5" woofer (50W 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.

The nEar i series is yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy.

Notes: Building on the legacy of ESI's renowned nEar studio monitors and upgrading the 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.

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.

The nEar i series is yet another milestone in the ESI studio monitor legacy.

Notes: Unleash your creativity!

Whether you're about to stream your story, build your beat, track, or do anything beyond that - with Neva Duo you're ready to go instantly and as easy as never before.

Coming at a super affordable price, Neva Duo offers superior audio quality, elegant design and an extensive software package while retaining a compact form. Equipped with professional pre-amplified microphone and guitar inputs as well as two line inputs, it offers everything you need to get started right away. The USB-C port makes it easy to connect to your computer or mobile device. Neva Duo comes with professional ASIO drivers including DirectWIRE loopback function and more, so you can focus on your creativity.

Features
2 input / 2 output 24-bit / 192kHz USB 3.1 audio interface with USB-C connector
2x XLR microphone preamp with +48V phantom power support
2x Hi-Z inputs with 1/4" connector
USB bus powered (no additional power adapter needed)
Line output with balanced/unbalanced 1/4" TRS connectors
Headphone output with 1/4" Stereo connector and separate volume control
ADC with 97dB(a) dynamic range
DAC with 107dB(a) dynamic range
Zero latency hardware direct input monitoring activated by switch
Master output volume control
Supports Windows 10, Windows 11 with ASIO 2.0, MME, WDM and DirectSound
Supports macOS via the native CoreAudio USB audio driver from Apple
Stereo hardware loopback channel for internal recording
Includes Bitwig Studio 8-Track DAW
Includes Steinberg WaveLab LE audio editor license
Works with Cubasis LE from Steinberg for iPhone / iPad
Includes 3 month (up to 9000 minute) subscription to JackTrip Virtual Studio
Dimensions: 13cm x 9cm x 4cm

Connectors & Functions

LINE HI-Z SWITCH 1 for input 1 to switch between Line / Microphone signals and Hi-Z guitar signals.

LINE HI-Z SWITCH 2 for input 2 to switch between Line / Microphone signals and Hi-Z guitar signals.

+48V PHANTOM POWER SWITCH to provide power for condenser microphones.

DIRECT MONITORING SWITCH to enable or disable input monitoring to listen to the input signals.

GAIN KNOB 1 to change the input gain / input level for input 1. The LED ring indicates the signal level.

GAIN KNOB 2 to change the input gain / input level for input 2. The LED ring indicates the signal level.

HEADPHONE VOLUME KNOB to change the output volume for connected headphones.

MASTER VOLUME KNOB to control the master output volume of the main line output signal.

XLR / TRS COMBO INPUT 1 to connect a microphone via XLR cable, a line signal via 1/4" TRS connector or an electric guitar with 1/4".

XLR / TRS COMBO INPUT 2 to connect a microphone via XLR cable, a line signal via 1/4" TRS connector or an electric guitar with 1/4".

HEADPHONE OUTPUT to connect headphones.

OUTPUT LINE 1/2 to connect the stereo master line level output signal via 1/4" TRS cables for left and right channels.

USB-C CONNECTOR to connect the audio interface to a PC, Mac, tablet or mobile phone.

Small, flexible and ideal for entering the world of digital audio recording

This stylish 24-bit / 192 kHz USB-C audio interface is so small, it will instantly become your new companion on the go and in your studio. Neva Duo is USB bus powered and Plug & Play, just plug it in and start working! It works with any modern Mac (Intel or M1 CPU or better), PC (Windows 10 and higher) and with many portable devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.). No additional AC adapter is needed. You can use the integrated 2 preamps with 48V phantom power for condenser or dynamic microphones with up to 50dB gain using XLR inputs or connect an electric guitars via 1/4" Hi-Z inputs. On the output side, there is an integrated headphone amplifier and there are stereo TRS outputs with master volume control allowing you to connect a mixer, amplifier or active speakers. You can monitor incoming audio signals with zero latency, just push the direct monitor button. The total of 2 inputs with 97dB(a) dynamic range and 2 outputs with 107dB(a) dynamic range can be used for line level signals as well.

Neva Duo is compatible with virtually all common audio software thanks to ESI's professional low latency ASIO 2.0 driver for Windows and CoreAudio compatibility on the Mac. There is even a DirectWIRE hardware loopback function that allows you to route and mix different sound sources internally: perfect for podcasting or live streaming applications.

All this turns Neva Duo into an ideal device to get started in the world of digital audio recording, no matter if you create your own music, if you want to mix and edit audio, if you work on your podcast or even for live streaming. And yet there is more: Bitwig Studio 8-Track and Steinberg WaveLab LE are included. On the iPhone and iPad, you can use Cubasis LE from Steinberg.

An alternative to Neva Duo is ESI's even more compact Neva Uno with one microphone preamp.

Notes: Extremely portable solution for microphone and guitar recording

UGM192 is an ultra mobile guitar and microphone to USB audio interface with excellent 24-bit / 192kHz / 114dB quality.

This compact device allows you to connect an electric guitar via its Hi-Z instrument input and a professional dynamic or condenser microphone directly to your PC or Mac or to many compatible mobile devices such as smart phones and tablet computers that support USB audio. The rear panel offers a stereo output that you can use for playback and for realtime input monitoring, i.e. with headphones.

This makes UGM192 the perfect companion for guitar and professional microphone recording applications on the road or in your studio. You can use it to jam with a guitar and microphone, process the signal in realtime and listen to the mix directly via headphones - no special additional devices are needed: you simply plug UGM192 between your guitar, headphones, the microphone and your computer or mobile device. As a truly mobile solution, it can even be powered via an optional external battery - just bring this professional preamp anywhere you go!

Features

USB 3.1 audio interface with USB-C connector (cable included)
USB 2.0 compatible (cable included)
USB bus powered
Separate power connector for optional use (microUSB)
Professional microphone preamp with balanced 1/4" TRS connector
Switchable 48V phantom power support
Professional Hi-Z instrument input with unbalanced 1/4" TS connector
Line / headphone output with 1/4" stereo TRS connector
24-bit / 192kHz AD converter (114dB dynamic range A-weighted)
24-bit / 192kHz DA converter (114dB dynamic range A-weighted)
100% class compliant
Works with OS X / mac OS (10.9 and above) with native CoreAudio support (32-bit and 64-bit)
EWDM driver for Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11 with ASIO 2.0, MME, WDM and DirectSound (32-bit and 64-bit)
DirectWIRE support under Windows with virtual audio channels for internal loopback recording
Dimensions approx. 87mm x 67mm

Notes: The uniK 05+ is the result of extensive development work performed in Germany, defining a new quality level in its class. With its new 5" kevlar low frequency driver and a new custom engineered and powerful high frequency magnetostatic tweeter, the uniK 05+ offers many improvements over our successful uniK 05 and will easily become an important part of your studio setup with its clear and strong sound image.

What makes uniK 05+ unique?

The uniK 05+ studio monitor offers true full range quality with extended low end in a small case and an entirely new signal processing and amplifier unit with a perfect order low-z and low noise design. Mos-Fet Bi-amplification ensures a high slew-rate and fast setting, featuring true analog vintage sound processing with LC-like gyrator technology for a stressless and silky sound.

A completely new feature is the unique one knob sound character adjustment from smooth to bright, allowing you to change parameters for every room and preference. The additional high resolution High and Low switches add additional control. And of course the uniK 05+ studio monitor features a real precision gain attenuator, instead of a simple volume control.

The new design of the crossover ensures an excellent phase response and safe power limitation, driving the woofer and tweeter in phase for optimal step response. The tweeter features a newly upgraded magnetostatic design with extremely low moving mass for extended frequency and fast transient response and high sound resolution. The matching woofer consists of a kevlar composite cone with high stiffness ensuring better piston motion and excellent low-end sound reproduction.

Another new feature is the flexible rubber feet with discrete height adjustment. They are not only helpful to reduce unwanted vibrations, but also allow you to tilt the speaker towards the precise listening point - a great feature for typical near field applications.

Other new special features that are not standard in this class are standby to save power consumption (can be disabled) and a ground lift switch.

And with it's copper color woofer cone and the high quality matte cabinet finish, it looks quite uniK, too!

ROOM ADJUSTMENTS

SIDE - TILT UP

SIDE - TILT DOWN


Features
Biamp 2-Way Powered Speaker System
Active Studio Monitor Speaker
HF Driver: extremely low mass magnetostactic tweeter F49 x 26 mm
LF Driver: 5" kevlar curved cone (magnetic shielding type)
Output Power: 80W (HF: 40W, LF: 40W), 110W AC consumption power
Frequency Response: 49Hz - 25kHz
Input Impedance: 27.2kOhm (balanced) / 13.6kOhm (unbalanced)
Crossover Point: 3.2kHz
SPL: 101dB, Peak 104dB
Input Connectors: XLR / TRS 1/4" combo connector, balanced / unbalanced
Gain Control: -14 .. 0dB .. +14
Room Adjustments Control: Character: -6 .. 0dB .. +6; Low: -5 .. 0dB .. +5; High: -5 .. 0dB .. +5
Rear Bass-Reflex ventilation, optimized for near field application
Ground lift switch
Standby function, can be turned on and off
Indicator: multi color LED on front panel, power on orange, standby red
Feet: 4 pieces rubberized, adjustable height separately
Working Voltage: AC100-240V 50/60Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D): 190 x 265 x 210mm
Weight: 4.4 kg

Notes: The uniK 05+ is the result of extensive development work performed in Germany, defining a new quality level in its class. With its new 5" kevlar low frequency driver and a new custom engineered and powerful high frequency magnetostatic tweeter, the uniK 05+ offers many improvements over our successful uniK 05 and will easily become an important part of your studio setup with its clear and strong sound image.

What makes uniK 05+ unique?

The uniK 05+ studio monitor offers true full range quality with extended low end in a small case and an entirely new signal processing and amplifier unit with a perfect order low-z and low noise design. Mos-Fet Bi-amplification ensures a high slew-rate and fast setting, featuring true analog vintage sound processing with LC-like gyrator technology for a stressless and silky sound.

A completely new feature is the unique one knob sound character adjustment from smooth to bright, allowing you to change parameters for every room and preference. The additional high resolution High and Low switches add additional control. And of course the uniK 05+ studio monitor features a real precision gain attenuator, instead of a simple volume control.

The new design of the crossover ensures an excellent phase response and safe power limitation, driving the woofer and tweeter in phase for optimal step response. The tweeter features a newly upgraded magnetostatic design with extremely low moving mass for extended frequency and fast transient response and high sound resolution. The matching woofer consists of a kevlar composite cone with high stiffness ensuring better piston motion and excellent low-end sound reproduction.

Another new feature is the flexible rubber feet with discrete height adjustment. They are not only helpful to reduce unwanted vibrations, but also allow you to tilt the speaker towards the precise listening point - a great feature for typical near field applications.

Other new special features that are not standard in this class are standby to save power consumption (can be disabled) and a ground lift switch.

And with its copper colour woofer cone and the high quality matte cabinet finish, it looks quite uniK, too!