Q Acoustics has been gaining favor with North American audiophiles because so many of their award-winning loudspeakers are affordable. Their new 5000 series have been a huge hit because they offer so much performance for the money. For an in-depth analysis read our review of the 5040 floorstanding loudspeaker and the 5020 bookshelf speaker.
But for those looking for something smaller and the best value in passive bookshelf/desktop and wireless speakers — Q Acoustics is offering a great deal on two of their most popular models.
Deal #1: Q Acoustics M20 HD
The M20 HD consists of a primary wireless-powered speaker and a passive speaker. The attached pair does not need to be connected to an additional amplifier, stereo, or home theater receiver.
The primary speaker includes all the amplification, wireless, and physical source connectivity. The audio signals needed for the secondary passive speaker are transferred from the primary speaker via standard speaker connections.
Tip: The M20 HD system does not have built-in streaming as there is no Wi-Fi or Ethernet connectivity. However, you can stream music directly to the speakers via Bluetooth from a smartphone/tablet/laptop.
Specifications
- Cabinet Type: Two-way Bass reflex.
- Speaker Drivers: Tweeter: 22mm (0.87 in), Mid BassDriver 125mm (4.92 in)
- Power Output: 2 x 65w
- Frequency response: 55Hz – 22kHz
- Crossover frequency: 2.4kHz
- Wireless Input: Bluetooth 5.0 (with aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency, SBC and AAC compatibility)
- Wired Inputs: USB (24-bit/192kHz compatibility), Digital optical (24-bit/192kHz compatibility), Stereo RCA (line level), 3.5mm (line level)
- Dimensions (HWD): 279mm x 170mm x 296mm (11 x 6.7 x 11.65 in)
- Weight: 5.1kg (11.25 lbs – passive speaker), 5.5kg (12.2 lbs – powered speaker)
In The Box
- Powered M20 speaker
- Passive M20 speaker
- Remote Control with batteries
- 1 Speaker Cable (4 meters)
- 1 U.S. Power Cord (2 meters)
- 2 Foam Bungs
- User Manual
Tip: To dig deeper read our full review of the M20 HD.
Deal #2: Q Acoustics 3020i Passive Speaker
The 3020i is a traditional passive compact shelf or stand-mountable speaker that features a 2-way bass reflex design (Tweeter, Mid/Woofer, and Port).
Core Features
P2P bracing: helps keep the enclosure extra quiet through computer-aided placement of internal bracing.
Decoupled Tweeter: The 3020i has a 22mm decoupled High-Frequency Driver so that it is isolated from mid/woofer vibrations. The wide surround structure of the tweeter supports even sound dispersion.
Low Profile Binding Posts: The binding posts are placed within sockets that are deep enough to accept 4mm (0.16 in) Banana Plugs.
Specifications
- Cabinet Type: Two-way Bass reflex.
- Speaker Drivers: Tweeter: 22mm (0.87 in), Mid BassDriver 125mm (4.92 in)
- Frequency Response (+3 dB, -6 dB): 64Hz-30kHz
- Crossover Frequency: 2.4 kHz
- Sensitivity: 88dB
- Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohm
- Minimum Impedance: 4 Ohm
- Amplifier Power Input: 25 – 75W
- Dimensions: 278 x 170 x 281 mm (10.9 x 6.7 x 11.0 in)
- Weight: 4.8kg (10.6 lbs)
In The Box
- 2 x 3020i Bookshelf Speakers
- 2 x Speaker Grilles
- 2 x Foam Bungs
- 1 x User Manual
Pricing & Availability
- Q Acoustics 3020i Bookshelf Speaker – Was
$449, Now $359 at Amazon or Crutchfield- Available in white, black, graphite and walnut finishes.
- Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Speakers – Was
$499, Now $399 at Amazon- Available in white, black and walnut finishes.
Related Reading
- Q Acoustics 5040 Loudspeakers: Review
- Q Acoustics 5020 Loudspeakers: Review
- Exclusive Podcast Interview: Q Acoustics Unveils Bold New 5000 Series Speakers
