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Extend coverage on pre-owned products after the retailer warranty ends and protect photo & video gear from accidental damage with Adorama Protect.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Coverage for pre-owned gear begins after the retailer warranty ends, plus accidental damage protection for photo/video gear that starts on day one.
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When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
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Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for International and U.S. territories purchases. Plans on pre-owned items do not cover pre-existing damages.
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40Hz - 35kHz (+/-3dB)
109dB SPL (peak at 1m)
XLR: balanced 10kOhms
RCA: unbalanced 10kOhms with sensitivity compensation
80W, class AB
25W, class AB
Standby on: After approximately 30 minutes with no signal
Standby off: Signal detection > 3 mV
220-240V (T1AL / 250V fuse) or 100-120V (T2AL / 250V fuse)
IEC plug and detachable power cord
Adjustable Full range 45/60/90Hz
Bass (0 - 250Hz): Adjustable, +/-6dB
Midrange/bass (160Hz, Q=1): Adjustable, +/-3dB
High (4.5 - 35kHz): Adjustable, +/-3dB
Power On/Power Of: On/off switch on rear panel
< 0.5W
LED for power on/off and standby
6.5" (16.51cm)
1" (2.54cm) 'M' profile, Aluminum-Magnesium
0.6" (1.52cm) MDF
Vinyl, real walnut and black painting
With four rubber feet: 14 x 8.6 x 11.2" (35.56 x 21.84 x 28.45cm)
28.2 lbs (12.79kg)
While the Shape 65 6.5" Active 2-Way Studio Monitor Speaker stands as the pinnacle of the Shape line, it's more than just a reference point for nearfield monitoring. This meticulously crafted monitor delivers unparalleled monitoring quality across the entire frequency spectrum, making it an indispensable tool for audio professionals. With its optimal performance starting at a listening distance of just three feet (1 meter), the Shape 65 is engineered to reveal the subtlest nuances in your audio, ensuring a true-to-life sound experience.
Proudly made in France, the Shape 65 incorporates five groundbreaking innovations designed to enhance acoustic transparency. These advancements are the cornerstone of the monitor's ability to deliver a pristine and uncolored sound, which is essential for critical listening environments.
The Shape 65 features a tweeter designed with a very low directivity, allowing for a flexible listening position and a consistent sound field. This is complemented by versatile mounting mechanisms located on the back and underneath the speaker, enabling secure installation on various surfaces and stands (note: mounting accessories are not included).
In a departure from traditional ported designs, the Shape 65 employs a double passive radiator, which allows for placement near walls without compromising bass response. The innovative flax sandwich cone technology ensures a tight and articulate bass, while also delivering a natural and detailed response in the lower mid-range and upper mid-range frequencies.
The speaker offers numerous settings for fine-tuning its performance to match the acoustics of small listening rooms, ensuring optimal integration and control. The precision of the Shape 65 extends to the very high frequencies, where the new tweeter excels in revealing any hissing and maintains accuracy, even at the upper limits of the audible spectrum.
Technological advancements are at the heart of the Shape 65's superior performance. The Flax Sandwich Cone represents a significant leap forward, offering a perfect blend of lightness, rigidity, and damping for a more transparent sound. The Neutral Inductance Circuit (N.I.C.) technology ensures an extremely stable magnetic circuit, minimizing distortions for a cleaner audio reproduction.
The TMD Surround is another key feature, providing a linear frequency response between 1 and 2KHz and significantly reducing distortion within this critical range. This results in an exceptionally neutral mid-range and contributes to the precise stereo imaging that sets the Shape 65 apart.
In summary, the Shape 65 6.5" Active 2-Way Studio Monitor Speaker is a testament to acoustic innovation, delivering a wide and precise stereo image, controlled bass, and an overall sound that is both neutral and revealing. It's a professional-grade tool that will elevate any studio setup, providing audio experts with the clarity and detail needed to produce flawless recordings.