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HISTORY 04
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ILASTRO 06
E SERIES 10
E8 12
E5 14
E3 16
M SERIES 18
M3i 20
M5i 22
M6i 24
M CUBE 26
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TA N D S 34
ECHNOLOGY 36
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H ISTORY
ince its fo undation in 1977, Mission h as been seen
as one of the l eading lights in th e development of
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gies to create some of the most exciting and rewarding loudspeaker
systems i n every sector of the market.
In 1978, Mission Electronics launched the 770 loudspeaker. This
revolutionary product featured the world’s fi rst commercially
realisti c polypropyle ne drive unit. Afte r this swiftly fo llowed the
acoustic engineering and in applying new technolo-
‘Engineered without
compromise’
Through out the 1970s and 1980s, developm ent continued
with an emphasis on materials technology. As polymer chemistry adv anced, more advan ced materials and comp osites became
available. Experiments on these materials yielded signifi cant
advances in acoustic engineering; the lighter, stronger materials
more able to track smal l signal changes.
Into the 1990s, M ission bec ame a force to be re ckoned with. T he
name spread internationally, and became synonymous with high
quality audio around the world. As sales grew, investment in
develop m e n t co n tinued crea t i n g t h e 75 se ries; th e 78 series; and in
2001, the ‘Pilastr o’ was launched.
Pilastro was the culmination of all those years’ knowledge.
Engineered without compromise, it represents an ideal in
loudspe aker develop ment – a stateme nt product t hat is, withou t
doubt, o ne of the fi nest loudspeakers in audio history.
Mission 70 0 in 1979 – the fi rst
loudspeaker to use the now
famous ‘inverted driver array’.
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“one of the fi nest
Many of the acoustic advances achieved
through the Pilastro project have since been
implemented in our newer loudspeaker
ranges . The new E- series l oudspe akers all s hare the se crets o f drive
unit technology and cabinet construction from their illustrious
predecessor and likewise, the M-series loudspeakers and even
the new 790 series all owe a great deal to the research that was
undertaken for that project.
Through an engineering-led approach to product development,
Mission remains today a standard by which other loudspeaker
companies are measured. With huge investment and with group
resources that include the ability to manufacture every single
component of every product, you can be sure that Mission will
continue to defi ne loudspeaker reproduction standards.
loudspeakers in
audi o his tory”
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PILASTRO
combination of advanced technological innovation in acoustic design and fine craftsmanship
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ers alike. Mission’s flagship loudspeaker Pilastro exemplifies this
commitment to sonic perfection. Over two years of research,
design and development has resulted in an outstanding
loudspeaker that effortlessly fills any room with supreme sound
quality. The Pilastro is a true work of art and a statement of all
that is best in British design.
has won the plaudits of many critics and consum-
“The Pilastro
is a true work
of art”
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ilastro is one of a n elite group of loudsp eakers
in the world, wh ich can truly be refe rred to as
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‘superspeakers’. Their breathtaking looks and
superlative build, barely do justice to their high sensitivity,
huge bandwidth and e xp l os ive d y nam ic r a ng e.
Features include a unique ‘ring-dome’
tweeter unit, natural hemp mid-range
driver and ‘balanced force equilibrium’
bass drivers, all optimised to create
a frequency bandwidth from 20Hz
to 56kHz, all within 3dB of mean.
Dispersion is optimised through a
symmetrical driver arrangement –
perfectly time a nd phase aligned.
Cabinet construction is equally impressive. A new material, ’Granitech’, has been employed for the fi rst time in a
loudspea ker structu re - virtual ly eliminating r esonance and
producing sensational transient attack and rhythm.
The crossover uses silver wiring, hardwired between the
very fi nest audiophile components available, all built into a
separate enclosure in the plinth.
“the very
fi nest
audiophile
components
available”
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PILASTRO
Enclosure Type 3-way ABR loaded
fl oor standing tower
Frequency Response ±3dB 25 Hz - 48kHz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 95 dB
Volume 82 litres
Impedance 6 Ohms
Recommended Amplifi er 15 - 500W
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 1460 x 309 x 510
Package Quantity Single
Cabinet Finishes (to order) Silver / Pear
Piano Black
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E SERIES
ission’s E-series consists of three unique
loudspeaker systems, carefully sculptured and
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acclaimed R&D team. Featuring striking good looks and a performance
to match, each system has been designed to perform as well in
multi-channel as it does in two-channel stereo. Mission’s constant
pursuit of excellence has resulted in close attention being made not only
to the acoustic performance, but also to the styling of the product. The
cabinet design is directly derived
from the research into Mission’s
fl agship model, Pilastro. A curved
profi le to each of the cabinets
optimises dispersion and greatly
reduces resonance, with each range
using a multi-layer laminate for an
impressively robust construction.
acoustically engineered by Mission’s highly
“striking good
looks and a
performance
to match”
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E8
he top of the E-series range, the E8 or Elegante
system offers an astonishing performance in both
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fastidious attention to detail has been applied to the build and
fi nish as well as to the award-winning acoustics of this series. All
models are offered in a choice of high quality piano lacquered paint
fi nishes.
All systems are available as stereo pairs, or in a 5.1 home theatre
set-up with the option to upgrade to 6.1. Comprising of six elegantly profi led loudspeakers and powerful subwoofer, each Elegante
system will effortlessly deliver all the thrills, excitement and
emotion accompanying the latest DVD or DVD-A releases.
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home cinema and stereo confi gurations. Mission’s
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E80 E81 E82 E83 E8C E8AS1 E8AS2
Enclosure Type 2-way sealed box 2-way sealed box 3-way refl ex loaded 2-way ABR loaded 2-way sealed box ABR loaded sealed box
Frequency Response ±3dB 80 Hz - 30 kHz 80 Hz - 30 kHz 48 Hz - 30 kHz 44 Hz - 30 kHz 80 Hz - 30 kHz 36 Hz - 150 Hz 28 Hz - 280 Hz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 85 dB 90 dB 90 dB 90 dB 90 dB - Volume 3.75 litres 5.75 litres 23 litres 40 litres 6.5 litres 30 litres 46 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 50 - 150 W 50 - 150 W 50 - 150 W 50 - 200 W 50 - 150 W Integrated 350 W Integrated 500 W
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 284 x 160 x 250 403 x 160 x 250 956 x 300 x 334 1108 x 330 x 360 172 x 443 x 250 416 x 365 x 400 430 x 400 x 560
High Gloss Cabinet Finishes Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite Anthracite
Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
Black Black Black Black Black Black Black
Included Accessories Wall Bracket Wall Bracket Wall Bracket
Plinth
Optional Accessories E8 Stand (pr) E8 Stand (pr)
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E5
Esprit - ‘Liveliness of mind or
spirit; sprightliness’
ission’s new E5 or
stereo and home cinema loudspeaker system
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along the E-series aesthetic and uses a complement of high quality
drive unit s and cro ssover co mpo nent s, fi nished in a choice of real
wood vene ers, with a high quality satin lacquer fi nish.
The genetic lineage is self-evident, with Esprit sharing many
design features with the fl agship Pilastro and Elegante series
loudspe akers . Und er the l ustro us sur fa ce, aud ioph ile t weak s suc h
as an alloy drive unit chassis and high power magnet system work
to great effect.
The reproduction of music from Esprit is remarkable. The perfectly
integrated mid-range is fl uid and lucid, with pin-sharp detail, and a
bass dyna mic that be lies its slender pr ofi le.
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for the discerning listener. Esprit is designed
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Esprit
series is a superlative
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espri
E50 E52 E54 E5C E5DS E5AS
Enclosure Type 2-way sealed box 2-way refl ex 2-way ABR loaded 2-way sealed box 2-way refl ex sealed box
Frequency Response ± 3dB 78 Hz - 30 kHz 62 Hz - 30 kHz 48 Hz - 30 kHz 68 Hz - 30 kHz 75 Hz - 20 kHz 25 Hz -110 kHz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 85 dB 85 dB 87 dB 85 dB 89 dB 250mV for 100W
Volume 2.5 litres 5.2 litres 19 litres 4.9 litres 4.5 litres 42 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible Recommended Amplifi er 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 25 - 100W Integrated 300W amplifi er
Dimensions(H x W x D) mm 259 x 139 x 242 323 x 165 x 305 956 x 350 x 334 139 x 461 x 242 230 x 360 x 110 465 x 524 x 475
Package Quantity Single Single Single Single Pair Single
Gloss Cabinet Finishes Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
Black Black Black Black Black Black
Real wood Veneer Finishes Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry
Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech
Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood
Included Accessories - - - Table Stand Wall fi xing Remote Controller
Optional Accessories E5 Floor Stand (Pr) E5 Floor Stand (Pr)
Wall Bracket (Pr)
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E3
iercely independent, E3 or Elan is a collision of
traditional and contem porary d esign – a mode rn
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Sensational in its poise and steadfast in its p resentation it is,
above all else, a genuine expression of a passion for performance.
A range of models has been developed including bookshelf,
wall mount, fl oorstanding, centre
channel, subwoofer and surround
speakers. Elan is a complete solu tion for the stereo and the home
cinema enthusiast alike. Moreover,
it has been engineered to reproduce the very best from any
music or surround sound source.
The cabinet construction is shared with the Esprit to ensure
a clean, superbly detailed dynamic sound with not only the
lowest distortion in its class, but a wide dispersion for a fl at
in-ro om frequ ency res ponse.
interpretation of the classic Mission aesthetic.
Elan - ‘Enthusiastic, vigor
and liveliness.
Distinctive style or fl air.’
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E30 E32 E 34 E3C E3DS E 3AS
Enclosure Type
Frequency Response ± 3dB
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V
Volume
2-way sealed box 2-way refl ex 2-way ABR loaded 2-way sealed box 2-way refl ex sealed box
78 Hz - 30 kHz 62 Hz - 30 kHz 48 Hz - 30 kHz 68 Hz - 30 kHz 75 Hz - 20 kHz 32 Hz -130 kHz
85 dB 85 dB 87 dB 85 dB 89 dB 250mV for 100W
2.5 litres 4.1 litres 18 litres 8 litres 4.5 litres 26 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 50 - 100W 25 - 100W Integrated 300W amplifi er
Dimensions(H x W x D) mm 259 x 139 x 242 323 x 165 x 305 956 x 350 x 334 139 x 461 x 242 230 x 360 x 110 524 x 385 x 435
Package Quantity Pair Pair Single Single Pair Single
Wood Effect Finishes Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black
Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver
Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry
Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood
Included Accessories Table Stand Wall Fixing Remote Controller
Optional Accessories E3 Stand (Pair) E3 Stand (Pair)
Wall Bracket (Pair)
EH3 CENTRE EH3 SURROUND EH3 SYSTEM
Enclosure Type
Frequency Response ± 3dB
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V
Volume
2-way refl e x sealed bi-pol e comprising
80 Hz - 30kHz 110 Hz - 20 kHz 1 x eh3 centre
88 dB 87dB 2 x eh3 surround
3.2 litres 2.3 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 25 - 100W 25 - 100W
Dimensions(H x W x D) mm 130 x 330 x 130 130 x 300 x 140
Package Quantity Single Pair 3 pcs Set
Wood Effect Finishes Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black
Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver
Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry
Rosewood Rosewood
Included Accessories Wall Fixing
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M-SERIES
M Series
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purity of each performance is conveyed through a starkly
realistic, chillingly accurate and spectacularly powerful
presentation of emotion.
Although remarkable value for money, M ission M-series speakers
are constructed using state-of-the-art materials and advanced
acoustic design. Mission’s ‘Diadrive’ bass units and ‘Viotex’ fabric
dome treble units, used throughout the M-series, are capable of
exceptional performance and
integrate seamlessly for an
astonishingly realistic vocal and
mid-range performance.
ission’s M-series comprises two complete
ranges of loudspeakers designed exclusively
for the music enthusiast. The beauty and
“state-of-the-art
materials and
advanced acoustic
design”
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M3i
3i offers startling performance through
highly advanced drive units and an
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stereo and home cinema applications, every speaker in the
range is fully magnetically shielded.
Viotex fabric dome tweeters, used throughout the range, are
capable of remarkable detail and resolution. Voices are
natural and unstrained. Mission’s DiaDrive bass units provide
remarkable bass performance
and a harmonious natural midrange. A new crossover design
derived from the highly acclaimed
Elegante series has been applied
to the M3i series. In addition,
crossovers are now wired to the
drivers using Mission’s special high
purity oxygen free cables. The result is that all the speakers
in the M3i series, whether used in a stereo or home theatre
system, exhibit a lively and musical performance with
enhanced rhythm and timing.
innovative cabinet design. Suitable for
“startling
performance
through highly
advanced drive
units”
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M30I M31 I M32I M 33I M34I M35I M3C 1I M3C2I M 3DSI M3AS
Enclosure Type 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 3-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl ex 2-way refl ex refl ex
Frequency Response ±3dB 68 Hz - 20 kHz 65 Hz - 20 kHz 52 Hz - 20 kHz 44 Hz - 20 kHz 44 Hz - 20 kHz 40 Hz - 20 kHz 75 Hz - 20 kHz 56Hz - 20kHz 75 Hz - 20 kHz 30Hz - 165 kHz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 86 dB 88 dB 90 dB 90 dB 92 dB 92 dB 89 dB 91 dB 89 dB Volume 3.4 litres 7 litres 12.4 litres 12.4 litres 35.7 litres 47.7 litres 5.2 litres 9.7 litres 4.5 litres 35 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 15 - 75 W 25 - 75 W 25 - 100 W 25 - 100 W 25 - 150 W 25 - 150 W 25 - 150 W 25 - 125 W 25 - 100 W Integrated 150W amp
Dimensions (H x W x D): mm 220 x 145 x 190 255 x 170 x 280 320 x 200 x 325 850 x 200 x 325 950 x 200 x 330 1030 x 260 x 375 135 x 500 x 130 165 x 430 x 230 230 x 360 x110 410 x 280 x 500
Cabinet Finishes Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black
Wood Effect Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Satin Silver Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry
Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin silver Satin Silver Satin silver
Package Quantity Pair Pair Pair Single Single Single Single Single Pair Single
Included Accessories Wall fi xing Wall fi xing
Optional Accessories Wall Bracket(pair) Stancette (pair) Stancette (pair)
MH-3C MH-3S MH-3SYS CINEMA 30
Enclosure Type 2-way refl ex sealed bipole comprising comprising
Frequency Response ±3dB 80 Hz - 20 kHz 110 Hz - 20 kHz 1 x mh3 centre 4 x m30i
Sensitivity SPL/M @ 2.83V 88 dB 87 dB 2 x mh3 surround 1 x m3c1i
Volume 3.2 litres 2.3litres 1 x m3as
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 25 - 100W 25 - 100 W
Dimensions (H x W x D): mm 120 x 330 x 130 130 x 300 x 125
Cabinet Finishes Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black
Wood Effect Beech Beech Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry
Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver
Package Quantity single Pair 3 pcs set set
Included Accessories
Optional Accessories Wall fi xing Wall fi xing
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M5i
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or twenty five years Mission loudspeakers
have been renowned world-wide for their
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combination of advanced technology and fine
craftsmanship. Mission’s M5i series reflects that pedigree
and commitment to excellence in every aspect of its build,
quality and performance. The best result is a new generation
of loudspeakers that combine gracious styling with beautifully
finished real wood veneers and entrancing sound quality.
Every speaker in the M5i series has been fi ne-tuned by our
engineers to meet the challenging demands of the modern
range of AV, DVD and musi c formats. Whe ther your interes t is
in stereo music reproduction or multi-channel movie surround
sound, any comb in ati on o f M5i s er i es sp e ake rs w il l de l ig ht yo ur
aural se nse s. Th eir sp ecial co mbina tion of w ide ba ndwi dth
and stunn i ng dynami c range bri ng both music sources and
movie soundtracks to life, allowing you to wallow in the passion, dra ma and excitement recorded on CD and DVD.
Unrestrained sound quality and fi ne furniture looks, these
loudsp eaker s wil l grati f y the s ense s and ar e a natur al ch oice fo r
conoisse urs of music and movies.
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M50I M52I M54I M56I M 5CI M5DSI M5ASI
Enclosure Type 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex refl ex
Frequency Response ± 3dB 64 Hz - 20 kHz 58 Hz - 20 kHz 52 Hz - 20 kHz 44 Hz - 20 kHz 65 Hz - 20 kHz 68 Hz - 20 kHz 28 Hz - 110Hz
Sensitivity SPL/M @ 2.83V 86 dB 87 dB 88 dB 89 dB 87 dB 87 dB n/a
Volume 4.5 litres 10.3 litres 16 litres 30 litres 8.3 litres 4 litres 52 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er 25 - 100W 25 - 100W 25 - 100W 25 - 150W 25 - 100W 25 - 100W n/a
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 220 x 140 x 225 315 x 205 x 345 893 x 205 x 345 973 x 205 x 360 165 x 480 x 265 266 x 335 x 120 580 x 350 x 520
Package Quantity Pair Pair Single Single Single Pair Single
Cabinet Finishes Black ash Black ash Black ash Black ash Black ash Black ash Black ash
Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
Included Accessories Wall Bracket (Pr) Stance (Pr) Stance (Pr) Wall Fixing Remote Controller
Optional Accessories Stance(pair) Stance(pair of fi lters, 6 x 10Hz
Wall Bracket(pair) Volume Phase,
4 preset memories
Cabinet, Status
Display
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M6i
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6i offers the ultimate in high power
perf ormance . Highly e ffi cient dr ive unit s mean
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suited to the demands of modern music and home cinema.
An innovative new cabinet construction is used (TFCT) to
construct a 38mm thick front baffl e, coupled to a curved
cabinet construction. This creates an inert structure with
excellent acoustic properties – lowering cabinet response and
reducing resonance.
The ‘Para mid’ bas s driver has a 32mm voi ce coil mounte d on
a high tempe ratur e form er susp end ed in a ma ssive, sh iel ded,
magnet sy stem. It h as a fast, d ynamic res ponse – da mped to
produce a sm ooth and nat ural mid -range p erfor mance – yet
capable of explosive bass delivery.
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more output per Watt of input power, ideally
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M60I M62I M64I M66I M 6CI M6DSI M 6AS
Enclosure Type 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 2-way refl ex sealed box
Frequency Response ± 3dB 60 Hz - 20 kHz 58 Hz - 20 kHz 52 Hz - 20 kHz 44 Hz - 20 kHz 65 Hz - 20 kHz 75 Hz - 20 kHz 28 Hz - 110Hz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 86 dB 87 dB 88 dB 89 dB 87 dB 89 dB 250mV for 200W
Volume 6.5 litres 10.3 litres 16 litres 30 litres 8.7 litres 4.5 litres 30 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible Recommended Amplifi er 25 - 100W 25 - 100W 25 - 100W 25 - 150W 25 - 100W 25 - 100W Integrated 350W amp
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 305 x 180 x 240 319 x 205 x 330 893 x 205 x 330 968 x 205 x 330 178 x 480 x 251 230 x 360 x 110 500 x 320 x 430
Package Quantity Pair Pair Single Single Single Pair Single
Cabinet Finishes Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black Black Graphite Black
Wood Effect Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Silver Beech
Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry - Cherry
Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver Satin Silver - Satin Silver
Included Accessories Wall Fixing Remote Controller
Optional Accessories Wall Bracket (Pr)
Stance (Pr) Stance (Pr)
MH-6 MH-6C MH-6S
Enclosure Type comprising 2-way refl ex sealed bi-pole
Frequency Response ± 3dB 1 x mh6 centre 80 Hz - 20kHz 110 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 2 x mh6 surround 88 dB 87dB
Volume - 3.2 litres 2.3 litres
Impedance - 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible
Recommended Amplifi er - 25 - 100W 25 - 100W
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm - 130 x 330 x 130 130 x 330 x 130
Package Quantity 3 pcs Single Pair
Wood Effect Graphite Black Graphite Black Graphite Black
Beech Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry
Satin Silver Satin Silver
Included Accessories Wall Fixing
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M-CUBE
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sound qua li t y a n d dis cr e et s tyle in e qu al co mb i nat io n .
Just 9cm in si ze, th e sate lli tes ca n be w all o r st and m ounte d,
and due to their use of radical new NX T technology, they
can be placed at different distances and angles from the
listener – wherever is convenient – without disrupting their
spectacular performance.
“no lightweight
when it comes
to de live ring
power”
nderst ated and tiny in p ropor tion, the n ew
M-Cube is a revolutionary 5.1 home theatre
system for the discerning listener who desires
The rich and spacious sound belies the
size of the satellites and makes watching movies and listening to music an
irresistible pleasure. A powerful 250 Watt
amplified subwoofer is included in the
package – no lightweight when it comes
to delivering power, but as precise and
articulate as any, with quality stereo music.
M-cube is simple to set-up and install Five fully adjustable
wall brackets with cables are supplied, plus a selection of
Alternativ e ‘ Sk i ns ’ to cu s to mis e y ou r t as te .
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DML (Distributed Mode loudspeaker) drivers
Supplied as 5.1 system (upgradable to 6.1)
250W powered subwoofer
*NXT is a registered trademark of New Transducers Ltd
All brackets and cables supplied
Supplied with a choice of ʻskinsʼ
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M-CUBE SYSTEMS
Components Satellite Subwoofer Wall bracket Floorstand
Enclosure Type
DML in infi nite baffl e Electronically assisted, sealedbox Construction Die cast aluminium Steel and high impact polymer
Frequency Response ± 3dB 280 Hz - 20kHz LF: 28 Hz - 40Hz (adjustable) Weight 0.08kg 32.5kg
HF: 250 Hz - 300 Hz (adjustable) Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 100 x 24 x 93 900 x 180 x 180 (excluding spikes)
Sensitivity SPL/m @ 2.83V 85 dB - Package Quantity - Pair
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible -
Finishes Ivory Ivory
Recommended Amplifi er 30 - 150W Integrated 250 W Midnight Midnight
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 90 x 90 x 90 322 x 322 x 322
Finish Colours Ivory Ivory
Midnight Midnight
Supplied Satellite Colours Ruby Ruby
(Can be changed) Umber Umber
Olive Olive
System with Included Accessories 5 Satellites + 1 Subwoofer
Accessory Cables
5 Wall Brackets
Optional Accessories Additional Floorstands
(Pair)
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7 SERIES
ission’s 7-series is at the very forefront of acoustic
development. An example of excellence in British
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high-te ch construction and material s cience with a styli ng and grace
developed over numerous previous generations.
Market for ces require e xcellence n ow through a n umber of di scipline s,
including traditional stereo, multi-channel music and home theatre. Absolute performance often plays second fiddle to convenience
and style – not so with
Mission’s 7 se ries . At the h ear t
of every loudspeaker beats a
rhythm a nd passion f or music
unsurpassed in hi-fi.
acoustic engineering, it is a integration of
“integration of
high-tech
construction”
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790 SERIES
ission’s 790 series is the de-facto standard
by which competitors are measured. The
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of furniture for the more discerning audiophile. Behind the
beauty of the superbly styled and crafted cabinetry lies the
result of mu ch skilf ul and creati ve engine ering. T he design
solutions employed within the 790 series are novel, while the
manufacturing techniques are among the most advanced
in the world. The overall result is a speaker system with
unrival l e d p e rforma n ce c ap a b il i ti e s fo r i t s s iz e.
Third generation transverse-folded cabinet technology
(TFC T), m ade possi ble by Missi on’s high- tech prec ision CNC
manufac turing capab ility, provides n ew levels of enclosu re
integrity and rigidity.
Mission 790 speakers are exquisite pieces
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790 792 794 796 79C 79DS 79AS
Enclosure Type 2-way refl e x 2-way refl ex 3- way refl ex 3-way refl ex 2-way sealed 2-way refl ex sealed box
Frequency Response + 3dB 65 Hz - 20 kHz 58 Hz - 20 kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz 38 Hz - 20 kHz 75 Hz -20 kHz 92 Hz - 20kHz 25 Hz - 110Hz
Sensitivity SPL/M @ 2.83V 87 dB 88 dB 89 dB 90 dB 87 dB 87dB 250mV for 100W
Volume 7 litres 11 litres 19 litres 32 litres 7.2 litres 4.5 litres 42 litres
Impedance 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible 8 Ohms compatible Recommended Amplifi er 50 - 150W 50 - 175W 50 - 200W 50 - 200W 50 - 200W 25 - 100W Integrated 300W amplifi er
Dimensions(H x W x D): mm 300 x 170 x 270 360 x 206 x 318 795 x 165 x 295 998 x 206 x 318 170 x 450 x 270 220 x 260 x 125 460 x 500 x 390
Package Quantity Pair Pair Single Single Single Pair Single
High Gloss Cabinet Finishes Black Black Black Black Black Black Black
Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
Real Wood Cabinet Finishes Black Ash Black Ash Black Ash Black Ash Black Ash Black Ash Black Ash
Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech Beech
Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry Cherry
Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood Rosewood
Included Accessories Table Stand Remote Controller
Optional Accessories Wall Bracket
(Pair)
Stand Stand
(Pair) (Pair)
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STANDS
ission supply a range of stands ideally
suited as supports to mission products.
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with hardened spikes provides superb mechanical damping of vibr ation, improving th e dynamic attack a nd detailed
resolution of any standmount loudspeakers.
All stand s are supplied complete with spikes and full as sembly
documention.ing resonance.
STANCETTE STA N C E STANDARD
Finishes Silver Anthracite Black
Platinum Silver
Measurements
Height (excluding spikes): mm
Top Plate (W x D): mm 22 5 x 305 210 x 281 225 x 363
Materials
Columns, Top and Base Plate
Base Spikes H ardened High Carb on Steel Har dened Hi gh Carbon Steel Hardened High Carbon Ste el
Package Quantity Pair Pair Pair
Optional For m31i, m32i m60, 790 m62, 792
An advanced carbon steel construction
572 572 582
High Carbon Steel High Carbon Ste el High Carbon Steel
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TECHNOLOGY
improves the u pper freq uency resp onse band li mit and improves the det ail resolution , it is incredibly na tural and relaxed in perfo rmance.
wide bandwidth from 3kHz to 56kHz.
Equilibrium balanced bass drivers
TFCT (Transverse folded cabinet technology)
For our loud spea kers we u se t wo u-s hap ed se cti ons b onde d
into each other to form a box, creating a structure that is much
stronger and more rigid than alternative methods.
The U- coupled fr ont and rear baf fl e greatly reduces ca binet
vibration and hence colouration.
Keraform (Ceramic matrix cone)
‘Keraform’ ceramix matrix drivers are a Mission fi rst. Unlike the
so-called ‘ceramic-hardening’ applied to aluminium cones,
‘Keraform’ is a true ceramic material impregnated into a
fi bre matrix and then oven cured. Having a greater stiffness to
mass ratio than any previous drive unit material, performance
parameters for midrange performance, transient attack and
detail re solution are exce ptional, and se t new standards i n
their class.
Paramid
Mission’s ‘Paramid’ driver is formed using a sandwich
structure. Aramid polymer fi bres with incredible tensile
strength are sandwiched between two stiffer pulp layers. This creates a cone which is very light and stiff, yet has
superb internal damping. The internal damping drastically reduces cone-induced distortion by absorbing the
transverse waves that travel through a cone following
an impulse.
Viotex
Viotex is an extremely fi ne weave material which is both
incredibly light and, when woven into a matrix and
impregnated, is also very strong. Capable of moving at incredibl y high speeds with m inimal inertia , Viotex not only
Hemp fi bre cone
For the fl agship Pilastro project, Mission have developed a
new generation of hemp driver. Hemp is a natural fi bre with
higher tensile strength than steel, yet superb internal damping
characte ristics. Co mpletely li near and pistonic, even wit h f a st
transien ts, it is relaxed and natural in p resentat ion.
By controllin g cone reson ances with a double roll-surround,
each musical note starts and stops precisely with no overhang
or blurr ing of the mus ical mess age - a natur al materia l for a
natural sound that brings an uncanny realism to vocals
and instruments.
Symmetrical driver array
A symmetrical confi guration of drivers is used to improve
dispersion and to improve imaging. P lac ed equidi stant abov e
and below the high-frequency driver, mid-range and bass
drivers create an even horizontal dispersion and a controlled
dispers ion on the vertical plane.
Having the tr eble unit ce nt rally pla ced enhance s the imaging
by mimicki ng a p o i nt-s ou rce d is p er s io n . In terferen ce p ate rn s
when a stereo pair of speakers are used create an almost
holographic sense of presence with the listener able to
discern the exact location of instruments and voices
within the sound stage.
Ring dome treble unit
Mission’s exclusive ‘ring dome’ treble unit uses a woven textile
material formed in a double ring arrangement. The combination of textile dome and multi-ring surround applies optimum
stiff ness to th e maxi mum rad iating a rea. T he dome a nd ring
have a double suspension with the voice-coil attached at the
junction between them.
The voice -coil se es minimum mas s, yet the rad iating area is
large for gr e ate r effi cienc y. The result is high sensitivity and a
Decoupling bass vibrations from a cabinet has for many
years bee n a core objec tive of loud speaker desi gn. Such vi brations c an caus e driver i ntermo dulati on as well a s cabin et
resonance.
As part of the Pilastro project Mission has developed a
new syste m where side moun ted bass drivers a re arranged
directly opposite each other – each one connected to
its counterpart using a force pipe. In this way, opposing
vibrati ons generated by the dri v ers are self cancell ing.
The result is that all the drive unit energy is concentrated on
moving the co ne. Transient att ack is sensatio nal and rhyt hmic timin g is pre cise . Cabi net co lou rati on an d reso nanc e are
entirely eliminated leaving only the drivers as providers of
acoustic output.
IDG (Inverted Driver Geometry)
Mission has pioneered the use of inverted driver
geomet ry. By pla cing the t reble un it belo w the bass or m idrange driver, the length of path is equalised so the waves
coincide at t he lis ten er ’s head -h eig ht. T his p rin cipl e is k nown
as ‘time-alignment’.
Granitech cabinet construction
Formulated to provide the best combination of rigidity,
damping and acoustic isolation, ‘Granitech’ is a stone-like
material with a granulated structure that breaks up soundwave energy a nd provide s an ultra-quiet structure.
Audiophile grade crossover
Mission use advanced computer modelling to produce an
optimum re sponse and mi nimum phase shi ft through e ach
crossover point. This is then refi ned th rou gh c rit ica l lis te nin g
tests and panel eval uation to produce an ideal perf ormance.
Our audiophile cros sovers incl ude components to reduce the
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effe cts of driver im pedance peak s which would oth erwise
cause unwa n t ed phase shifts th rough the cr ossover region.
Crossover components are chosen for their specifi c a udio
qualities, mounted on custom designed PCBs for minimum
interaction and mounted using soft resin to dampen any
mechanical interference.
Side facing driver
On large fl oorstanding loudspeakers, it is often desirable to
use a sidew ays f a c in g d r iv er. In sm a ll r o o ms , t he s e s ho u l d b e
positio ned facing i nwards to create a ta ut, controll ed bass,
free of ro om gain and boom . In larger rooms th ey can be
switched to face outwards, improving presence and extending the low er frequency response.
Heatsink cooled treble unit
Maintaining a low temperature in a treble unit is essential for
a consistent performance, especially at high volume levels.
Heat is gene rated by current wi thin the voice- coil and this
needs to be controlled to avoid compression and even damage to the unit.
Mission’s new heatsink coupled treble units conduct heat
away from the treble unit very effectively, keeping control
and maintaining a consistently high standard of dynamic
performance.
Viscous laminated treble unit
The viscous laminated high frequency dome treble unit offers
exceptionally smooth high-frequency performance with a
superior off-axis response. The ferro-fl uid cooled voice -coil
design is opt imis ed to p rovi de min ima l comp ressi on at h igh
volume leve l s with an ultra-fast t ransient response.
Tri-wire terminals
Tri-wire termi nals a re use d to allo w the ba ss, mi d- ran ge and
high frequency sections of a loudspeaker to be wired independently as with bi-wiring. It is also possible to join ei-
ther the ba ss and mi d, or th e mid an d treb le and b i-w ire the
speakers. (see bi-wirin g)
Magnetically shielded
All our magnetically shielded loudspeakers are ideal for
use in close proximity to all television sets or wherever
magnetic interference is an issue.
Direct Coupled Crossover
The objective of any internal loudspeaker design is to
transmit as m uch of t he mus ic as p ossib le to th e dri vers w ith
the fewest possible components in the way, degrading the
signal. By mounting the crossover section directly to the
rear loudsp eaker ter minals, t he signal p ath is shor tene d and
number of internal connections reduced.
DCC
D2IS (Damped driver isolation system)
The unique D2IS system is designed to reduce the effect of
front baffl e vibr ations on t he h.f. uni t’s out put. A lo w profi le
neodymium magnet enables the treble unit housing to be fully contain ed within t he front b affl e, mounted in a resiliently
damped, compliant cradle. This increases the internal volume
available to the bass unit and, by effectively decoupling the
treble and bass units, eliminates virtually all unwanted
mechanic al interac tion bet ween them. T he improveme nt in
clarit y an d de fi nit io n, p ar t ic ula rl y th rou gh t he v it al cr oss over
region is considerable.
Kapton voice-coil former
Kapton is a p olyimide fi lm with both excellent electrical insulation and thermal dissipation properties. Both qualities
are essenti al fo r deve lo pi ng a l ou dsp eake r tha t can p lay w ith
minimal distorti on at loude r volume settings.
Gold-plated connections
Gold has b oth excep tional e lec tric al condu ctiv ity a nd is also
relatively malleable. When used for electrical connections, it
creates a larger contact area and a lower resis tance – idea l for
preserving the optimum signal qual ity.
Bi-wire terminals
Bi-wire terminals are used to allow the bass and high frequency s ections o f a l o u d speaker to be wi r e d i n d e p e n d e nt l y.
All bi-wireable loudspeakers are supplied with ‘bridging’
clips, so that a single wire can be used if desired.
Although the maximum benefi t of bi-wiring is achieved
through us ing two s ets of a mplifi ers wi th dif feren t channe ls
driving t he ba ss an d treb le f re que nci es, t her e are s til l sign ifi cant acoustic advantages to running two sets of cable (or a
specialist bi-wire cable) from a single set of amplifi er outputs.
When bi-amping (using two stereo amplifi ers) with bi-wire
speakers , it is reco mmen ded fo r each amp lifi er to be driving
a bass and treble unit of one speaker, rather than having one
amplifi er driving both treble units and the other both
bass units.
High grade OFC (Oxygen free copper)
Copper is an excellent electrical conductor; however, oxygen
impurities within the crystalline structure can adversely affect that conductivit y. By refi ni n g t h e co pper to a much higher grade of p urity, electr ical conductiv ity can be improve d
and hence signal quality.
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Real wood veneer
Mission us es only real vene ers cut from re newable sou rces.
Other man uf ac t ure rs o f ten u se re fo rm ed w oo d pu lp ma she d
and dyed to create the impression of exotic woods, whereas all
Mission veneered loudspeakers use book matched pairs
(consecutive slices) mirrored in the left and right speakers for
a perfect match) of the original, unprocessed wood.
Mission believes a quality loudspeaker should not only sound
natural an d realist ic, but als o look an d feel like a c raft smanbuilt piece of quality fur niture.
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Bi-pole dispersion
A ‘bi-polar’ dispersion is ideal for surround channels in a
multi- channel syste m. With all driver s fi ring in-phase, they
produce a 180 degree he m is p he r e o f s o u nd w i t h no n e o f t h e
destruc tive interfer ence obtained at lo w frequencies usi ng
‘di-pole’ speakers.
Positioned either on a rear or side wall, with one set of drivers
pointin g towards t he list ener a nd the ot her towa rd the wa ll,
‘bi-polar’ loudspeakers produce a direct sensation of the
surroun d ef fect , but al so a supe rb sens e of atmo spher e and
involvement.
Ferrofl uid cooling
Treble voice-coils are fi ne wires and tend to get very hot
when used for a long time, or at high volumes. This can cause
distortion and compression if the excess heat cannot
be removed. Ferrofl uids are used in treble drive units to sink
heat bet w e e n th e vo i ce-coi l a nd t h e m a gn e t a ss e m b l y. Th ey
also passiv ely damp t he moveme nt of the con e. They re side
in what woul d no rma ll y be t he a ir ga p aro un d th e voi ce - co il,
held in place by the speaker’s magne t.
Neodymium
their hig her strength, the y can be manufac tured with an
open frame design. This allows air moving backward from
the cone to fl ow a nd b e a bs or b e d wi thi n th e ca bi n et r ath e r
than being reflected back through the cone. There is an
obvious im p rove m e nt to mi d-rang e cl a r ity and timi n g.
DiaDrive bass driver
A natural mid-range quality is produced by a seam-free
curvilinear cone formulated from a mixture of soft pulp
and acrylic fi bre specifi cally designed for midband clarity
and lucid ity. Backing this wit h a stiff, conical su pport with
increase d area of co ntac t with t he voice co il for o utst andi ng
transient impact.
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Neodymium magnets (NdFeB) are one of a class known
as ‘rare ear th’ magnets . They are also so metimes kn own as
‘super magnets’ because of their unbelievable strength and
small size.
They are ideally suited to audiophile loudspeaker
applic at i o ns becaus e o f th e i r s t r e n g t h , l ow w e i g ht , s m a ll s i z e
and their t hermal stability.
Die-cast Chassis
Die-cast chassis are a huge improvement over plastic or
even pressed steel units. Because of the manufacturing
techniqu e used, they can have a mor e complex three di mensiona l shape hence are much stronger. Be cause of
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