Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A

Featuring a 22-watt built-in amplifier and Twisted Flare Port for clearer bass, the MSP3A reference monitor produces sound that is faithful to the original. With a variety of inputs, controls and optional support brackets, the MSP3A is ideal for small studios, post-production, monitoring electronic instruments and surround reproduction.

  • Authentic sound in a compact body
  • Clear bass from unique Twisted Flare Port technology
  • Versatile inputs and controls
  • Mounting points for ceiling and wall mounting brackets and mic stand adaptor options

Description

Compact Reference Monitor with Faithful Sound Reproduction

The versatile MSP3 reference monitor has been renewed as the MSP3A, featuring a new Twisted Flare Port that delivers clearer bass from a simpler, more beautiful design. With a 22-watt built-in amplifier, the MSP3A offers faithful sound reproduction, and like its predecessor, has a variety of inputs and controls and is compatible with numerous optional support brackets. The MSP3A is an ideal choice for small studios and post-production setups, as well as also for monitoring electronic instruments and surround reproduction.

Main usage of the Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A

 

Authentic Sound in A Compact Body

The MSP3A features a 10 cm (3.94″) woofer with a Twisted Flare Port design and a 2.2 cm (0.87″) tweeter. The built-in power amp is optimized for the speaker units to deliver reference sound that is clear and natural. Although the built-in amp puts out a powerful 22 watts, the MSP3 weighs only 3.6 kilograms (7.9 lbs), making it portable and easy to reposition. 

MSP3A Dimensions

 

Clear Bass from Unique Twisted Flare Port Technology

The Twisted Flare Port design makes the most of our extensive subwoofer development experience. The flared, gently twisting shape diffuses the vortex of air generated around the port edge, creating smooth air flow. This reduces extraneous noise not in the original input signal and reproduces low frequencies clearly and accurately. From movie special effects to live venue

Image of Twisted Flare Port Technology

Image of Twisted Flare Port

Twisted Flare Port : Turbulence is diffused, air flow becomes smooth

Image of conventional portConventional Port : Air turbulence is produced

 

Versatile Inputs and Controls

In addition to a combo XLR/TRS connectors that allows direct input from a +4 dB mixer or other professional equipment, the MSP3A provides TRS and RCA jacks for convenient connection to electronic instruments and other audio devices. Tone controls let you optimize the sound for your monitoring environment and effectively compensate for frequency imbalances caused by speaker placement or room resonance.

Front (Left : Tone)

Front (Left : Tone)

Front (Right : Level)

Front (Right : Level)

Rear (Inputs)

Rear (Inputs)

 

Mounting points for ceiling and wall mounting brackets and mic stand adaptor options

The base of the MSP3A has threaded holes that can be used to attach an optional bracket for ceiling or wall mounting. Another option is the BMS-10A adapter, which allows the MSP3A to be mounted on normal microphone stands with ease. (Speaker brackets and microphone stands are not included.)

Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A as a temporary PA booth set up monitor speaker

As a temporary PA booth set up monitor speaker

Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A as an output for ICT devices at schools

As an output for ICT devices at schools

Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A for background music in restaurants and cafes

For background music in restaurants and cafes

Yamaha Powered Monitor Speaker MSP3A for broadcast post-production

For broadcast post-production

 
Speaker type2-way powered speaker, Bass-reflex type (Twisted Flare Port)
Frequency response (-10dB)67Hz – 22kHz
ComponentsLF4″ (10 cm) Cone
HF0.8″ (2.2 cm) Dome
Crossover4kHz
Output power22W
Maximum Output Level (Measured peak, IEC noise@1m)99dB SPL
Input sensitivityLINE 1 : -10 dBu, 10kΩ (RCA), LINE 2 : +4.0 dBu, 10kΩ (Combo)
I/O connectorsLINE 1 : RCA, LINE 2 : Combo (XLR/TRS phone)
IndicatorsPower ON (Green LED)
Power requirementsMay vary depending on region : 120V 50/60Hz, 110 – 120V 50/60Hz, 230V 50/60Hz, 220 – 230V 50/60Hz, 220V 50Hz, 240V 50Hz
Power consumption30W
OthersLevel control (LINE1, LINE2); Tone control (LOW: -3.0dB – +3.0dB @100Hz, HIGH: -3.0dB – +3.0dB @10kHz)
DimensionsW144mm (5-5/8″)
H236mm (9-1/4″)
D166mm (6-5/8″)
Net weight3.6kg (7.9 lbs.)
AccessoriesPower cord, Owner’s manual
PackagingSingle
Flying and mounting hardware2 x M5, Depth 15 mm (9/16″)
OptionsMic stand adaptor BMS-10A, Free-angle clamp BAS-10, Wall mounting bracket BWS20-120 / BWS20-190, Ceiling bracket BCS20-150 / BCS20-210