Ex Machina Quasar mkII – Flagship Studio Monitor with Unmatched Precision and Power
The Ex Machina Quasar mkII is a high-end 3-way active studio monitor that builds on the performance of the Pulsar, offering even greater output, deeper low-end extension, and flawless imaging. Designed for professionals demanding uncompromised accuracy, the Quasar mkII delivers time-coherent playback, stunning detail, and an incredibly tight soundstage.
Hemispherical Wavefront for Perfect Integration
The innovative axisymmetric “sub–coax–sub” design ensures a coherent hemispherical wavefront, delivering consistent frequency response and phase accuracy across a wide 90×90 degree conical dispersion. Whether nearfield or farfield, the Quasar mkII maintains exceptional clarity at any position.
Dual SEAS Extreme Series Subwoofers
Equipped with two custom SEAS Extreme Series subwoofers, the Quasar mkII produces precise, extended low frequencies with ultra-low distortion. These long-stroke drivers feature rigid aluminium diaphragms, delivering tight, musical bass that enhances the monitor's full-range capabilities.
Metamodal Coaxial Mid/Tweeter for Total Clarity
The coaxial midrange/tweeter assembly features Composite Sound Metamodal TeXtreme diaphragms—lightweight yet ultra-rigid carbon fiber composites designed to suppress resonances. With a mathematically optimized waveguide, underhung surround, and point-source acoustic center, the result is pinpoint imaging and exceptional off-axis consistency. A super-low-distortion neodymium motor system ensures incredible accuracy and transient response.
High-End Conversion and Amplification
The Quasar mkII uses AKM Velvet Sound DACs and ADCs (AK4493/AK5572) to preserve every nuance of your mix. Hypex Ncore Class-D amplifiers provide clean, efficient power, while a 5th-gen SHARC+ DSP platform enables high-speed, high-resolution audio processing for flawless reproduction.
Sealed Valchromat Cabinets for Ultra-Clean Playback
Built from dense, damped Valchromat, the sealed cabinets avoid the group delay and turbulence of ported enclosures. A rigid, internally braced structure ensures cabinet resonances are minimized, supporting the Quasar mkII’s ultra-accurate sound.
In-House DSP Calibration for Flat, Transparent Response
Every Quasar mkII monitor undergoes proprietary factory DSP calibration, correcting frequency, phase, and impulse response. This delivers true-to-source monitoring precision in any acoustic environment—right out of the box.
SPECIFICATION OVERVIEW:
Linear Frequency Response: +/- 1db 29hz – 30khz (measured at 30cm cal position)
Low Frequency Cutoff: -6db at 24hz
Linear Phase Response: +/- 15° 20hz – 30khz
Maximum Continuous SPL @ 1m: 114db, 109db @50hz
THD+N (94db @ cal position): < .5% Power Average 100hz – 30khz
Coverage Angle: 90° conical
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DRIVER COMPLEMENT
176mm (7”) midrange, 25mm (1”) tweeter Custom SEAS/Ex Machina/Composite Sound Metamodal TX™ mid/high coaxial
Twin 221mm (9”) Custom Aluminum SEAS Extreme Series Architecture Subwoofers
CROSSOVERS
200hz Sub/Mid, digital 8th order, phase corrected
2khz Mid/Tweet, digital 8th order, phase corrected
AMPLIFIER COMPLEMENT
Subwoofers: Hypex NC252MP – 500W RMS
Midrange: Hypex NC252MP – 100W RMS, voltage limited
Tweeter: Hypex NC252MP – 75W RMS, voltage limited