PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Drawing upon the design characteristics of our Expose E8B, the new
VXT Series of monitors consists of three models, the VXT4, VXT6, and
VXT8. With a visually striking enclosure design that is equally
functional, providing low resonance, improved structural integrity and
extended low-end, slotted ports for reduced port turbulence, plus a
sleek curvature that provides excellent imaging characteristics and a
widersweet spot the VXT monitors achieve a new level of precision.
The domed tweeter (comprised of true silk for fast transient
response) and the new woofer design (with its stiffer, lighter cone that
provides low distortion and extended low-end) both have vented formers
to remove heat and reduce the effects of power compression, enabling
these monitors to maintain their sonic signature.
With uncompromising attention to detail that includes tamper
resistant switch covers, integrated Omni Mount support and more, the VXT
Series is an outstanding choice for a broad range of monitoring
applications.
At KRK, our focus has always been to make the most accurate studio
monitors available at any price. So when you use a VXT powered monitor,
you can be confident that you get the most accurate reproduction of your
mix. VXT's diffraction-limiting curved surfaces, silk-domed tweeter,
seamless crossover, and KRK's trademark yellow Kevlar woofer bring
superior audio imaging, outstanding transient response, and amazing
detail. For over 20 years, KRK has mastered the art of recording
monitors, and the VXT is the culmination of this art. Listen for
yourself, and believe!
Radical curves for better imaging. The molded shape of the VXT allows
for radically curved surfaces that sound better. Traditional
rectangular speakers suffer from diffraction as sounds leaving the edge
of the cabinet are reflected back into the sound field causing phase
distortion. The VXT virtually eliminates diffraction and delivers
excellent imaging characteristics and a much wider sweet spot. There are
no discontinuous elements to create diffraction.
Ports Where They Belong. Take a look at competitive monitors and
you'll find ports on the back of the cabinet. These rear-firing ports
tend to create bass coupling with walls and corners amplifying low
frequency information which will color your mix. The superior design of
the KRK VXT include front-firing ports, which are just the right shape
to reduce port turbulence. You'll appreciate the clean and accurate bass
performance this approach delivers, even at high SPLs.
The VXT uses high-tech ABS Structural Foam in its cabinet. This
material is very rugged and extremely impact resistant, and makes it
possible for KRK engineers to create a speaker with no internal parallel
walls, thereby preventing sound-coloring internal nodes. This material
also has far better damping characteristics than traditional speaker
materials which eliminates coloration caused by cabinet resonance.
Revolutionary materials, Revolutionary Sound The new, stiffer,
lighter woofer cone has an extruded aluminum pole piece and vented
formers. This improves transient response, reduces distortion and
extends low-frequency response due to this lighter, stiffer cone. The
aluminum pole piece and venter formers eliminate overheating which
improves performance.
Catch A Wave, For A 3D Mix Our recessed silk-domed tweeters provide
amazing high-end detail. Our careful design of dome and waveguide
geometry coupled to the curved front baffle are optimized for on and
off-axis linearity resulting in excellent imaging and a wider sweet
spot.
PRODUCT FEATURES
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) Foam Enclosure
High density / low resonance material giving improved structural
integrity and rigidity resulting in an extended low-end response. Allows
the internal design to have complex shapes and non-parallel walls,
increasing rigidity and reducing internal nodes. ABS also has extremely
high impact resistance and excellent damping characteristics which
reduces cabinet resonance.
Front Firing Radiused / Non-parallel Ports
Facilitates the smooth passage of air molecules which reduces port
turbulence at high signal pressure levels. Front ring to avoid wall /
corner coupling.
Radiused Enclosure Edges
Eliminating diffraction and phase distortion results in improved
imaging characteristics as well as a wider sweet spot at the monitoring
position.
Silk Domed Tweeter
The domed tweeter is comprised of true silk for fast transient
response. Silk construction reduces ear fatigue and the tweeter
waveguide geometry ensures HF directivity.
Woven Kevlar Cone
The inter-molecular hydrogen bonds of Kevlar give the cone high
tensile strength for it's light weight. Kevlar also maintains its
strength and resilience over a wide temperature range. The lightweight
and resilient properties of Kevlar reduces distortion and delivers
extended low-end performance as compared to cones made from paper or
polypropylene.
Proprietary Woofer Design
The aluminum pole and vented formers remove heat and reduce the
e-ects of power compression ensuring audio performance is consistent and
does not deteriorate over time.
HF and LF Controls
Adjustment of the LF response is provided to allow compensation for
room response and desktop positioning. Adjustment of the HF is provided
to compensate for room acoustics or to reduce ear fatigue when listening
for extended durations.
Multiple Protection Circuitry
Thermal, over voltage and over-current circuitry is employed in the
design. There is also a switchable limiter which will protect the unit
from transients in the signal path.
Ground Lift
Allowing the disconnection of the ground terminal to help resolve
issues such as hum and buzz caused by ground loops in poorly congured
power systems.
