Whether to
select a large or a small speaker should not depend so much on size, but rather
on whether the small speaker has accurate sound characteristics and sound
quality equal to larger speakers.
The new
yamaha NS-10M is one small speaker that can deliver great sounds with the best
of the bigger speakers - and as such it has dramatically changed the audio
world's thinking about small speaker performance.
The sound:
all Yamaha. Clear, smooth treble. Solid bass. Luxurious mid-range. So even
though this is our smallest speaker, you get sound quality comparable to large
floor type speakers and even studio monitors like our outstanding NS-1000Ms.
Impressive. To accomplish this, we built some equally impressive features into
the NS-10M - precision soft dome tweeter, left-right symmetrical design,
all-wood finish, an efficient 90 dB sealed system.
For all its
great sound, the NS-10M measures just 382x215x199 mm
(15"x8-1/2"x7-7/8"), making it the perfect speaker for areas
where you have to compromise on space but refuse to compromise on sound.
Yamaha
NS-10M is the audio world's greatest small accomplishment.
Soft dome
tweeter for caressing high
One
important reason for the NS-10M's big-speaker sound is the use of a 1-3/8"
diameter precision soft dome type tweeter. This offers several advantages.
First, the dome shape of the diaphragm maximizes the tweeter's dispersion
characteristics. Second, the precise softness of the dome absorbs harmful
resonance from the diaphragm to produce a natural tone qiality with negligible
distortion.
The
diaphragm is uniformly coated with a resilient heat-hardened resin by a special
process to obtain the ideal combination of softness and durability. In
addition, the accordian-pleated tangential edges are formed as a part of the
diaphragm to prevent volume changes due to adhesives.
For a 2-way
speaker, the NS-10M features low distortion throughout its entire wide range,
together with high sound accuracy and impressive volume, thanks to the superior performance of this remrkable
soft dome tweeter.
Light, White
Cone
The lighter
the cone, the better its ability to move in response to delicate signals and
thus capture the subtle nuances of every sound. This is particularly true when a sensitive tonearm And cartridge is being used.
Here, too,
the NS-10M excels. Because the NS-10M's 7" woofer incorporates imported
wood processed in a special way for optimum response. The cone is a conical
straight type for good movement, and weight a mere 1/8 oz (3,7 grams).
Consistent sound quality is further
enhanced by more uniform thickness and density of the cone material by sheet manufacturing. The white
cone's lightweight woofer, then, is the second reason for the NS-10M's
impressive sound quality.
Sealed
Enclosure - promotes Soid Bass
Yhe third
reason for the amazing sound depth of the NS-10M is the genuine sealed type
construction. With the sealed type air suspension method, the air acts as a
spring to control the cone paper by expanding when the cone paper moves out and
contracting when it moves in. This gives greater power to the speakers to
produce a bigger sound, and the low sounds can be boosted even further through
the speaker's tone control. Further, the mechanical resistance of the edged has
been minimized to produce superior linearity, expansion of low sounds, and
natural tones.
Sealed type
construction - it's the best way to build a small speaker. As one listen to the
NS-10M's great bass sound will convince you.
High
efficiency and power-handling capacity for Vibrant, Powerful reproduction
The NS-10M
owes muchof its powerful reproduction performance to a perfect blend of
efficiency and power-handling capacity. You get the
most out of any amplifier - large or small.
The
performance of amplifiers with smaller power output is enhanced by the NS-10M's
90 dB efficiency level, while 50 watt power-handling capacity means that even
amps with fairly large output won't cause any breakup or distortion. The
balance is just right to fill even large listening areas with clean, unstrained
music.
You can
choose your system with confidence - the NS-10M brings out the best in any
amplifier, with overwhelming sound depth and richness.
Dynamic
Power Distribution
The NS-10M's
outstanding power response characteristics are another reason behind its great
sound. To achieve the optimum response characteristics. Yamaha not only took
line measurements of the frequency and efficiency at the front of the speaker in an anechoic
chamber, but also measured the total energy radiated in alll disrections in a
reverberation chamber.
As a result
the high-efficiency 90 dB response provides incomparable listening pleasure for speakers of this size.
Low
Distortion Silky-Smooth Response
The
precision soft dome tweeter of teh
NS-10M is formed as a single unit with the tangential edge, a combination
weighhing just 1/50 oz (0,6 gram). A large ferrite magnet is used to produce a
strong magnetic field of 14,000 gauss, which, together with thw 1-3/64"
(27 mm ) voice coil incorporating heat-resistant copper-clad aluminum wire and
the lightweight bobbin, delivers high-resistance input and high efficiency. The
outer pole is provided with air holes to allow air to enter and leave for
smooth movement of the diaphragm. As a result, the frequency range is an
impressive 1,5 - 20,000 Hz, and distortion is low. The directional
characteristics are also superb due to the small diameter of the dome.
Bigger Bass
Response from a better Woofer
The NS-10M
utilizes a sheet-construction white cone to optimize the piston range and cone
movement. The 7" diameter conical straight type cone weight only 1/8 oz.
Despite its size, sheet construction density and thickness are uniform, and the
cone has a supple body for powerful, massive lows. A large ferrite magnet
produces a powerful magnetic circuit of 10,800 gauss. And thanks to the use of
a voice coil with heat-resistant copper ribon wires wound edgewise and a
lightweight voice coil bobbin,
efficiency and high input resistance are superb. A high compliance
rolled edge is adopted to minimize the influence of temperature changes, and
features high flexibility for graeter response.
Top design
crossover
Yamahas's
speaker design technology is drawn on fully to ensure unsurpassed music
quality. For instance, the entire circuit is designed to minimize distortion
and prevent deterioration of transient as they pass through the network. And MP
(metalized paper) condenser and top-quality materials are used in the network
to ensure sound that will satisfy even the most demanding audiophile.
Perfectly
Balanced Sound Symmetry
The NS-10M
is the only speaker of its size with the professional left-right symmetrical
design. This is not a gimmick - it's the best way to set up a small speaker
system to obtain big-speaker sound. By distinctly separating the left and right
channels in the speaker sysetem itself, stereo performance is greatly enhanced,
so that even if the speakers are on your bookshelf they deliver concert hall
sound quality. This high-quality left-right symmetrical design makes the NS-10M
decidedly different from other small speakers.
Super-Solid
Construction, Super-Solid Sound
The final
reason behind the NS-10M's sound superiority is its solid cabinet construction.
The tonal
quality of the speaker is greatly influenced by the material used for the
cabinet, its thickness and shape, and its acoustic qualities. And for speakers
with sealed construction, like the NS-10M, the cabinet must be airtight. For the
NS-10M, a special high-strength adhesive is used at all joints to produce a
single cabinet of exceptional rigidity. In addition, filling materials have
been selected for their acoustics, based on Yamaha's experience in making
musical instruments such as pianos and guitars, to skillfully utilize resonance
to obtain the greatest projection. The result - a noticable improvement in sound
response, density, and presence compared to other small speakers.
Specifications
Speaker
Type: 2-way bookshelf
Frequency
Response: 50 Hz - 20 kHz
Power
Handling Capacity: 25 W continuous, 50 W
max
Nominal
Impedance: 8 ohms
Sound
Pressure Level: 90 dB/W/m
Woffer: 180 mm (7")white cone
Tweeter: 35 mm (1-3/8") soft dome
Crossover
Frequency: 2 kHz (12 dB/oct)
Cabinet:
real wood, black finish
Dimensions
(W x H x D) : 382 x 215 x 199 mm (15"x8-1/2"x7-7/8")
Weight: 6 kg (13 lbs 3 oz)