Small but mighty – that’s the Active twenty 5.21i: it may be the most compact model in the new Active twenty 5i range, but it benefits from the same cutting-edge active amplification as the other models in the line-up, combining an active crossover with 100W of power for each driver. It also benefits from PMC’s Advanced Transmission Line technology, delivering bass impact you’d expect from a much larger design.
Key Features:
- The PMC Active twenty 5.21i is a compact, stand-mounted loudspeaker that integrates PMC's Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) technology with active amplification, aiming to deliver high-fidelity sound in a streamlined package
- Mid/Bass Driver: A 140 mm long-throw g-weave cone housed in a cast alloy chassis, designed for accurate and dynamic low-frequency reproduction
- Tweeter: A 19 mm soft-dome unit developed in collaboration with SEAS, featuring a SONOMEX fabric dome and a 34 mm surround with a dispersion grille. This design aims to provide wide dispersion and a natural high-frequency response
It is ideal for small-to-medium listening environments where you still want detailed bass, ultra-realistic mids and delicate highs with maximum musicality. It’s equally happy to be mounted on a stand or a bookshelf and is an excellent choice for effects speakers in an immersive sound system. The Active twenty 5i series is an elegantly simple solution for any music lover: add a preamplifier or streamer with a volume control for a complete music system.
Each driver is directly powered by its own 100W Class AB amplifier, eliminating the need for external amplification and ensuring optimal driver control. The rear panel includes both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, accommodating various source components. Notably, the metal plate housing the amplifiers functions as a heatsink and may become warm during operation.
PMC's proprietary ATL design is a standout feature, utilizing a long, folded, and damped pathway within the cabinet to manage the rear energy from the bass driver. This approach enhances bass depth and clarity, allowing the compact twenty 5.21i to deliver low frequencies that belie its size. The inclusion of the Laminair port further reduces turbulence, ensuring smooth airflow and improved bass precision.
The twenty 5.21i excels in delivering a balanced and transparent sound profile. Its bass response is notably articulate and extends deeper than typical for speakers of its size, a testament to the effective implementation of ATL technology. Midrange reproduction is clear and natural, rendering vocals with lifelike presence. The high frequencies are detailed without being harsh, contributing to an overall engaging and fatigue-free listening experience. The speaker's soundstage is expansive, offering precise imaging and a sense of depth that enhances the realism of recordings. Whether reproducing the intricate layers of a symphony or the intimate nuances of a solo performance, the twenty 5.21i maintains composure and clarity.
In the Box:
- Bookshelf speakers - 2 pcs,
- Manual
