McIntosh XCS2K - Manual (Page 5)

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Introduction and Performance Features
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Performance Features
• High Temperature Neodymium-Iron-Boron Alloy
Magnets
The 3 twelve inch Woofers, 32 two inch Midranges and 20
three-quarter inch Dome Tweeters all use the Neodymium-
Iron-Boron magnets. This Alloy has the highest flux den-
sity per unit of volume and helps to keep the Loudspeaker
System weight to a minimum while preserving the utmost
in performance.
• Shielded Magnetic Field
The XCS2K may also be used in Home Theater Installa-
tions near a television receiver or monitor without caus-
ing the television image to degrade. By design, all of the
speaker’s magnetic structures are inherently shielded
which prevents interference.
• Low Harmonic and Intermodulation Distortion
The XCS2K Loudspeaker System is capable of reproduc-
ing the full dynamic range of a symphony orchestra with
very low audible distortion of any kind.
• High Power Handling
The Loudspeaker Elements and Crossover Components of
the XCS2K are all chosen for use with powerful amplifiers
up to 2,000 watts.
• Superior Imaging
Locating the Tweeters between the two rows of Midranges
generates a symmetrical response for superior imaging.
• Versatile Operation and Placement
In addition to the regular connections, the XCS2K Loud-
speaker System provides separate connections for Bi-
Amplification and Tri-Amplification hookups, as well as
Bi-Wiring and Tri-Wiring.
· Extruded and Machined Side Panels and Column
The top and bottom of the XCS2K Low Frequency en-
closure and the Midrange/Tweeter Column enclosure are
machined from extruded thick aluminum panels to be
non-parallel and are given a High Gloss Black Piano Type
Finish.
• Gold Plated Input Connectors
The XCS2K input connectors are gold plated for superior
corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity.