Bookshelf Speaker Reviews

Bass Module: XdW
Connections: Line-level, balanced (XLR) input
Enclosure Type: Sealed
Woofer (size in inches, type): 10 (2), aluminum
Power Rating (watts): 500
Crossover Bypass: N/A
Available Finishes: Maroon/Cream Gloss
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 22.1 x 11.2 x 13
Weight (pounds): 57

Speaker: XdS
Type: Two-way satellite
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1, aluminum
Midrange (size in inches, type): 5.25, magnesium
Woofer (size in inches, type): N/A
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts): N/A
Available Finishes: Maroon/Cream Gloss
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 10.5 x 6.5 x 8.5
Weight (pounds): 13

At A Glance: XdA DSP Amplifier

Connections
Inputs: Balanced XLR (2), RCA (2)
Outputs: Biamp speaker outputs (2), line- level balanced XLR (2)
Additional: microphone, USB 2.0

Features
Number of Channels: 2
Power Rating (watts per channel): 150, into 8 ohms
Frequency Response: 28Hz-30kHz +/– 1dB (entire system)
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 2.8 x 17 x 15.7
Weight (pounds): 12.5 Ratings: NHT Xd Powered Speaker System

Build Quality: 96
• Quality drivers and internal components all around
• Sturdy, well-built cabinets and stands

Value: 93
• The competition is world-class at this price level, but this system is ready for it
• Build quality like this should last a good long time

Features: 98
• DSP-corrected speakers says it all
• Single-ended and balanced inputs on XdA

Performance: 95
• Your eyes and your ears won't believe one another
• Highly accurate with a deep, well-defined stage for movies and music

Ergonomics: 95
• Smaller speakers always make life easy
• True plug and play

Overall Rating: 95
The Xd powered speaker system isn't just about using new technologies and designs—it's about using new technologies and designs to truly make speakers sound better. Take one listen, and you'll agree that NHT has entirely succeeded at this. The system sounds great, it looks great, and it couldn't be much easier to use.

General Information
XdS Satellite Speaker; XdA DSP/Amplifier; XdW Bass Module
$6,000 per system, which includes two XdSs, one XdA, one XdW, two stands, and all necessary cables and interconnects
NHT
(800) 648-9993
www.nhthifi.com
Dealer Locator Code NHT