MONITOR AUDIO WSS130 (Super Slim), WSS430 (Super Slim), WSS230 (Super Slim) ma_wss_brochure_en.pdf

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Super Slim line

The Monitor Audio Super Slim WSS range literally opens up new

speaker placement opportunities. Comprising three models, each

of the models brings an incredibly slim depth of only 50 mm –

two inches in old money. This shallow reach means that, where

previously speaker installation was prohibitive, options appear,

creating new prospects and fresh design approaches. All three

models feature three bass/mid-range drivers plus one tweeter,

smartly designed to enable the performance of signicantly

larger monitor.

Dive in a the shallow end

The WSS line oers a refreshingly simple ‘good, better, best’ menu.

The WSS130 is the entry-point, likely to nd itself in many general

home theatre and music applications. The mid-point WSS230, and

oers a step-up in performance – additions here include its maker’s

famed C-CAM metal drivers – and comes to the fore in set-ups

where even more critical music reproduction is required. The

WSS430 agship maintains its siblings’ shallow depth – all three

feature identical footprints – and oers supreme audio performance,

drawing on design principles, and materials, from Monitor’s Audio’s

high-end Platinum II speakers.

Three in a row

The three-driver layout is key here, helping keep the frontal prole

look svelte, bringing also of course the terric advantage of a depth

of a mere 50 mm. Each model features this layout, but uses dierent

specication. The WSS130 entry-point features MMP II cone drivers,

augmented by a 25 mm Gold Dome tweeter. This MMP II cone

technology allows for a simple crossover design and smooth overall

sound character. WSS230 gets Monitor Audio’s renowned C-CAM

metal cone drivers, delivering increased precision and detailed sonic

characteristics. The agship WSS430 receives the ‘Platinum II’

treatment and almost every component is unique to this model.

Flying the agship

The WSS430 range topper employs dished C-CAM cones to ensure

ultimate diaphragm rigidity. The main aim here is to reduce distortion.

High strength Neo magnets and larger voice coils provide incredible

driving force, low magnetic leakage, and slim prole. The magnetic

system provides an ‘under-hung’ motor arrangement, ensuring the

coil stays in the gap, reducing distortion further and increasing

power handling.

Still just 50 mm deep, there is a lot going on with the WSS430.

The MPD high frequency transducer technology – also from

Monitor Audio’s agship Platinum II designs – ensures incredibly

low distortion, delivering clear high frequency to over 50 kHz.

Remove the model’s magnetic front trim and you can rotate the

tweeter to provide the optimum dispersion when using the model

in landscape orientation.

Restrictions free zone

The Super Slim line makes you think again. The possibility of

installation in constructions featuring 2” studs eortlessly slips

into view. Mounting restricted by AVC ducts, cabling or pipework?

No problem to this in-wall speaker. A further attraction, is the WSS

line’s ability to be installed between a standard 14” stud bay, when

used in a horizontal (portrait) orientation. This means that the same

speakers can be installed around a screen, keeping the same neat

visuals, as well as identical L-C-R performance.

Safe and (terric) sound

To provide protection from damage by residual masonry or building

materials, Monitor Audio designed a protective cover to keep the

drivers and crossover safe. And the trim-less grille not only provides

protection, its also adopts an incredibly discreet and low-prole

aesthetic appearance. These covers can be painted to achieve

seamless décor integration, with the supplied replacement scrim

maintaining the stealthy presence of the speaker once decorating

is done. Super strong, magnetically attached rare earth magnets

ensure long-term security, coupled with easy installation and servicing.

The WSS range features Monitor Audio’s patented ‘tri-grip’ mounting

system meaning you get a robust xing. This system has been proven

over the last decade in the CT and WT ranges – hey, ‘if it ain’t broke’.

All three models share the same footprint and pre-construction

bracket, providing simplicity as well as the option of specifying

a higher performance model in the range before completion.

WSS130 WSS230 WSS430

WSS430

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54.25 mm

Key Features

• Good, better, best performance levels

• Super Slim depth 50 mm (2”) – designed to t in 2” stud walls or where space is restricted

• Designed for portrait or landscape installation – ts between standard 14” stud bays

• Elegant, slim prole only 385 x 140 mm wide

• Three, 3” bass/mid-range drivers featuring incremental technology and performance benets –

MMP II, C-CAM and dished C-CAM cones

• 25 mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter used on WSS130 and WSS230 models.

WSS430 utilises MPD high frequency transducer from Platinum II IC model and agship Platinum II

box speaker range

• High quality crossover components – selected and voiced for amazing sonic performance

• Magnetically attached ‘trim-less’ grille – discreet, reliable, and easy servicing

• Patented Tri-Grip Dog leg xings – reliable, robust, and quick to install

• Gold plated sprung push terminals – easy to connect and reliable

• Paintable grille – to complement and blend with décor

• WSS430 has rotating tweeter for optimum dispersion when used in landscape conguration

• WB3 (dark blue) pre-construction bracket – available at launch

140.5 mm

5.53 in

4.68 mm

0.18 in

2.14 in

49.7 mm

1.96 in

101.27 mm

3.99 in

128 mm

5.04 in

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Specications

Model WSS130 WSS230 WSS430

Frequency Response (-6dB) 75 Hz – 30 KHz 75 Hz – 30 KHz 70 Hz – 50 KHz

Sensitivity (1W@1m) 87dB 87dB 87dB

Impedance (nominal) 8 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms

Maximum S.P.L 105.6 dBA 105.6 dBA 106.5 dBA

Power Handling 60 W – Full range

(100 W with crossover set to 100 Hz @ 12 dB/Octave)

Amplier Requirements 10 – 100 W 10 – 100 W 10 – 120 W

Driver Complement 3 x 3” MMP II cone bass-mid drivers

1 x 25 mm (1”) C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter

Crossover recommendation – using AVR/processor

Overall dimensions (H x W) 385 x 140.5 mm (15” x 5.5”) 385 x 140.5 mm (15” x 5.5”) 385 x 140.5 mm (15” x 5.5”)

Overall Depth (inc grille) 54.25 mm (2”) 54.25 mm (2”) 54.25 mm (2”)

Cut Out dimensions (H x W) 346 x 101 mm (13.5” x 4”) 346 x 101 mm (13.5” x 4”) 346 x 101 mm (13.5” x 4”)

Mounting Depth 50 mm (2”) 50 mm (2”) 50 mm (2”)

Connection Gold Plated Sprung push terminals –

Fixing Type 6 position Tri-Grip dog leg xings 6 position Tri-Grip dog leg xings 6 position Tri-Grip dog leg xings

Pre-Construction Bracket WB3 – Dark Blue WB3 – Dark Blue WB3 – Dark Blue

Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg 1.1 kg

Construction Material Mineral lled ABS Plastic, RoHS2 Compliant.

100 Hz at a minimum of 12 dB/Octave (24 dB/Octave optimum)

For bare wire connection up to 4 mm2

Painted steel grille

60 W Full range (100 W with crossover set to 100 Hz @ 12 dB/Octave)

3 x 3” C-CAM cone bass-mid drivers 1 x 25 mm (1”) C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter

100 Hz at a minimum of 12 dB/Octave (24 dB/Octave optimum)

Gold Plated Sprung push terminals – For bare wire connection up to 4 mm2

Mineral lled ABS Plastic, RoHS2 Compliant. Painted steel grille

75 W Full range (120 W with crossover set to 100 Hz @ 12 dB/Octave)

3 x 3” dished C-CAM cone bass-mid drivers 1 x MPD High frequency transducer – rotatable for portrait or landscape application

100 Hz at a minimum of 12 dB/Octave (24 dB/Octave optimum)

Gold Plated Sprung push terminals – For bare wire connection up to 4 mm2

Mineral lled ABS Plastic, RoHS2 Compliant. Painted steel grille

Monitor Audio Ltd

24 Brook Road,

Rayleigh, Essex,

SS6 7XJ England

T. + 44 (0)1268 740580

F. + 44 (0)1268 740589

E. info@monitoraudio.co.uk

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