Crafted for musicians by musicians, the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII 3-way 8-inch Active Studio Monitors are a breakthrough in studio recording gear. Born and engineered in Brooklyn, NY, these monitors are a testament to the power of modern circuit design and DSP technology. With their meticulous design and high-efficiency Hypex Ncore amplifiers, they aim to connect the musician with their music on a deeper level.

Built with Valchromat, a novel wood fiber panel that offers superior rigidity, these monitors are housed in sealed, highly braced cabinets. This construction reduces group delay and turbulence, common issues found in traditional ported monitors.

The Pulsar MKII boasts a SHARC processor, the industry standard for premium-quality DSP. This processor is used to power their ultra-precise digital crossovers, protection limiters, and proprietary phase and magnitude calibration technology, ensuring a pristine AD/DA path.

The heart of these monitors lies in their unique 18cm coaxial mid- and high-frequency drive unit, developed in collaboration with renowned loudspeaker developer SEAS. This unit offers a super-wide listening sweet spot and a lifelike center image. The midrange driver is made from TeXtreme, a cutting-edge carbon fiber material that shapes into an optimized waveguide for the concentric tweeter.

Key Features:

• Sealed, highly braced Valchromat cabinet for superior acoustic performance
• SHARC DSP for ultra-precise digital crossovers, protection limiters, and proprietary phase and magnitude calibration technology
• High-performance AKM Velvet Sound converters for pristine AD/DA path
• 18cm coaxial mid- and high-frequency drive unit developed with SEAS for a super-wide listening sweet spot
• TeXtreme midrange driver for optimized waveguide
• Composite Sound Metamodal TX diaphragm tweeter for superb transient response and ample detail without harshness
• 22cm subwoofer, designed and built by SEAS exclusively for Ex Machina Soundworks, for powerful, articulate thump in a compact form

Product specs

FAQs

What are the standout features of the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII studio monitors?

The Pulsar MKII features a tri-amped power configuration with a total of 400W RMS, SHARC-based DSP crossover and calibration, and a frequency response of 35Hz-32kHz. These features provide precise sound reproduction and advanced tuning capabilities for professional studio environments.

Are the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII monitors suitable for mixing and mastering?

Yes, with their wide frequency response, low distortion, and advanced DSP calibration, the Pulsar MKII monitors are well-suited for critical mixing and mastering tasks in professional studios.

What type of drivers does the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII use?

The Pulsar MKII uses a 9" aluminum woofer, a 7" composite sound metamodal TX midrange driver, and a 1" composite sound metamodal TX tweeter, providing clear and accurate sound across the frequency spectrum.

How loud can the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII studio monitors get?

The Pulsar MKII can reach a maximum peak SPL of 110 dB at 1 meter, making them suitable for both near-field and mid-field monitoring in studio settings.

What connectivity options are available on the Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar MKII?

The Pulsar MKII features a single XLR input for audio connectivity and a USB Type B port for firmware updates, ensuring compatibility with professional studio setups.