MEN220 Room Correction System
MEN220: £7995
Uses sophisticated RoomPerfect™ Room Correction Technology
Works on 1/12 Octaves
2-Way Electronic Crossover for Bi-amping
The MEN220 delivers a potent suite of Room Correction, Custom-EQ and 2-Way Crossover capabilities in one easy-to-use stereo component. While any single feature of the MEN220 has the power to optimize the sonic characteristics of the highest quality audio systems, combining all the features can reveal a level of clarity and resolution unattainable by any other means.
"I have never heard my speakers sound so wonderful!" - Michael (customer review)
Key Features
RoomPerfect™ Technology: The MEN220 utilizes advanced RoomPerfect™ Room Correction Technology to analyze and adjust for acoustic imperfections in your listening space
Precision Equalization: Works on 1/12 octave intervals for highly accurate sound correction
2-Way Electronic Crossover: Enables bi-amping capabilities for improved audio performance
Versatile Connectivity: Supports both single-ended and balanced connections, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment
Setup and Operation
Setting up the MEN220 is a user-friendly process:
Place the device between your preamplifier and power amplifier.
Use the included calibrated microphone to take measurements in your listening room.
The system's internal processors analyze room reflections and adjust for frequency response irregularities.
For optimal results, take multiple measurements throughout the room to increase the "room-knowledge" score, with higher scores yielding better performance.
Performance Benefits
Users can expect significant improvements in their audio systems:
Enhanced Clarity: Reveals previously unheard details in familiar recordings
Improved Coherence: Balances the sound across different frequencies
Acoustic Optimization: Particularly effective in rooms with challenging acoustics
Full system control and PC link are provided via RS232, while McIntosh data, power control and IR inputs offer additional remote control flexibility. Single-ended and balanced connections are supported; a hand-held IR remote control is included.
ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS
Unless noted, the following were taken with RoomPerfect set to Bypass Mode and Voicing Mode set to Neutral.
Frequency Response:
+0, -0.5dB from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
Maximum Output Voltage:
4.5V Unbalanced and Balanced (Preamp-Power Amp)
2.25V Unbalanced and Balanced (Processor Loop)
Voltage Gain:
0dB
Total Harmonic Distortion:
0.002% from 20Hz to 20,000Hz
Signal To Noise Ratio (A-Weighted):
100dB
Output Impedance:
50 ohms
Maximum Input Voltage:
4.5V Unbalanced and Balanced (Preamp-Power Amp)
Maximum Input Voltage:
4.5V Unbalanced and Balanced (Preamp-Power Amp)
2.25V Unbalanced and Balanced (Processor Loop)
Input Impedance:
10K ohms Unbalanced and Balanced
Crossover Filter Types, Order and Slope:
Butterworth, 1st order, 6 dB/octave
Butterworth, 2nd order, 12 dB/octave
Butterworth, 4th order, 24 dB/octave
Linkwitz-Riley, 2nd order, 12 dB/octave
Linkwitz-Riley, 4th order, 24 dB/octave
Linkwitz-Riley, 8th order, 48 dB/octave
WARRANTY PARTS AND LABOUR:
3 Years
Weights & DIMENSIONS
Unit Dimensions (W x H x D):
17-1/2" (44.45cm) x 6" (15.24cm) x 18" (45.72cm) (including front panel, knobs and cables)
Unit Weight:
25.5 lbs (11.6 kg)
SHIPPING Weight:
41.9 lbs (19 kg)