So I got these after Zeos was talking them up real big. I figured they'd be hard to drive and the small bl20c I got to push them wouldn't cut it, but so far I am so impressed.
For comparison I have an LG SL7Y soundbar and it's included wireless subwoofer. Of course these don't quite match the bass output of that sub but for less than half the price they stomp that soundbar.
They just pump out so much power at such a high quality for the price it's absurd. So far I've tried these with a Metallica vinyl and a bunch of stuff from my phone over Bluetooth to the bl20c and everything just sounds wonderful.
Bass performance is powerful and clean. Rumbles my room nicely when needed.
Highs are clear and don't get harsh, even with the tendency for my record player to highlight cymbals.
These look nice and the front mesh is magnetic and just comes off with a light pull. The vinyl wrap is very tasteful and the wood construction doesn't echo at all and feels very sturdy.
Overall I'd say these are an amazing bang for the buck even at regular price, and I can't wait to get a sub to pair them up with and a DAC so I can move the soundbar to another room entirely.
Update: Got a Wiim Pro Plus so everything's all hooked up completely and the LG soundbar is now out of my room. I've gotta say, it's been maybe about a month and I'm in love with these speakers. I'm honestly debating on whether or not a sub is even needed for me, as all the EDM hits perfectly and these fill the room so well. Metal and rock kicks don't hit quite as hard, however, so maybe the sub will be an addition in the end, but as it stands, they're really quite capable. I don't think I've ever needed to push them to their limit, either.
For reference, these are in a room that's roughly 20'x20' with a little bit of furniture. No room correction or anything like that has been performed, and most of the audio has been YouTube Music streamed via airplay or wi-fi from the pc, so not really anything hi-res except for maybe my records.
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Micca RB42 Compact Bookshelf Speakers
Celebrate music reproduction in a handsome package, delivering the next step up in compact speaker performance. Compact, affordable, sounds good!
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The stout 4-inch woofer is built on a truncated heavy steel frame and substantial magnet structure. Its long throw design incorporates a coated pressed paper cone with concave dust cap, large radius rubber surround, and vented pole piece. |
The tweeter is based on Micca’s popular 0.75-inch silk dome design, using an high efficiency neodymium magnet and a form-cut bezel for tight driver spacing. Translucent mesh fabric over beveled thin frame make up the acoustically transparent grill cover. |
The RB42 owes its tonal balance and transparency to a 10-element crossover that uses high grade film capacitors and air core coils for key components. Both the tweeter and woofer circuits have a 18dB/octave slope to enhance power handling, dramatically reduced lobing, and superior off-axis performance. |
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Distortion and coloration is effectively reduced through the use of ¾-inch thick MDF panels on all sides of the enclosure, with 100% miter joints for greater bonding contact area. The enclosure is stuffed to specific density with polyfill to eliminate resonance and enhanced enclosure tuning. |
The RB42 has a versatile sound signature. On the one hand it is fun, energetic, and inviting to listen to for hours on end, but sit down in the sweet spot for a dedicated session and you’ll be rewarded by its revealing qualities full of dynamic detail. |
The bass extension and output is unusually satisfying for such a compact speaker, while its smooth frequency response reproduces music faithfully with engaging tonal balance. The tweeter is level biased just slightly below neutral to reduce listening fatigue without losing a ounce of detail. |
Specifications
- Woofer: 4” Coated Paper, Rubber Surround
- Tweeter: 0.75” Silk Dome
- Crossover: 18dB/Octave
- Freq. Response: 50Hz-20kHz (Typical In-Room)
- Impedance: 4-8 Ohms
- Sensitivity: 83dB 1W/1M
- Power Handling: 15-100 Watts (Each)
- Dimensions: 8.7” (H) x 4.9” (W) x 7.9” (D)
Why Compromise?
Choosing the right speaker can be a classic trade off between small size, low cost, and good sound - you can usually pick only two of the three. The RB42 bookshelf speaker is Micca’s answer that sometimes you can have all three.
Try a Pair In Your Own Home!
We invite you to take a listen and try a pair in your own home with your favorite music. Place them 6-12 inches away from the wall, on speaker stands or on a table top with angled foam isolation pads for optimal results. If they fall short of your expectations, simply return them for a refund.
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| Delivery | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 | Get it as soon as Monday, Jul 29 |
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| Sold By | Micca Distributor | Micca Outlet | S-Waves Electronics | GRD US | Amazon.com | NEUMITECH |
| speaker size | 4 inches | 3 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 5 inches |
| power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | AC | Corded Electric | Passive | Corded Electric |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth, USB | — | RCA | Coaxial | Wired | Coaxial, Bluetooth, Optical |
| speaker type | Bookshelf | Center Channel, Woofer, Bookshelf, Surround Sound | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Computer, Woofer, Surround Sound |
| mounting type | Shelf Mount | Shelf Mount,Wall Mount | Shelf Mount | Freestanding,Shelf Mount,Tabletop | Shelf Mount | Shelf Mount |
| weight | 15.7 pounds | — | 11 pounds | 4.71 kilograms | 8.2 pounds | 17 pounds |
| control method | application | touch | remote | — | touch | remote |
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So I got these after Zeos was talking them up real big. I figured they'd be hard to drive and the small bl20c I got to push them wouldn't cut it, but so far I am so impressed.For comparison I have an LG SL7Y soundbar and it's included wireless subwoofer. Of course these don't quite match the bass output of that sub but for less than half the price they stomp that soundbar.They just pump out so much power at such a high quality for the price it's absurd. So far I've tried these with a Metallica vinyl and a bunch of stuff from my phone over Bluetooth to the bl20c and everything just sounds wonderful.Bass performance is powerful and clean. Rumbles my room nicely when needed.Highs are clear and don't get harsh, even with the tendency for my record player to highlight cymbals.These look nice and the front mesh is magnetic and just comes off with a light pull. The vinyl wrap is very tasteful and the wood construction doesn't echo at all and feels very sturdy.Overall I'd say these are an amazing bang for the buck even at regular price, and I can't wait to get a sub to pair them up with and a DAC so I can move the soundbar to another room entirely.Update: Got a Wiim Pro Plus so everything's all hooked up completely and the LG soundbar is now out of my room. I've gotta say, it's been maybe about a month and I'm in love with these speakers. I'm honestly debating on whether or not a sub is even needed for me, as all the EDM hits perfectly and these fill the room so well. Metal and rock kicks don't hit quite as hard, however, so maybe the sub will be an addition in the end, but as it stands, they're really quite capable. I don't think I've ever needed to push them to their limit, either.For reference, these are in a room that's roughly 20'x20' with a little bit of furniture. No room correction or anything like that has been performed, and most of the audio has been YouTube Music streamed via airplay or wi-fi from the pc, so not really anything hi-res except for maybe my records.
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So I got these after Zeos was talking them up real big. I figured they'd be hard to drive and the small bl20c I got to push them wouldn't cut it, but so far I am so impressed.
For comparison I have an LG SL7Y soundbar and it's included wireless subwoofer. Of course these don't quite match the bass output of that sub but for less than half the price they stomp that soundbar.
They just pump out so much power at such a high quality for the price it's absurd. So far I've tried these with a Metallica vinyl and a bunch of stuff from my phone over Bluetooth to the bl20c and everything just sounds wonderful.
Bass performance is powerful and clean. Rumbles my room nicely when needed.
Highs are clear and don't get harsh, even with the tendency for my record player to highlight cymbals.
These look nice and the front mesh is magnetic and just comes off with a light pull. The vinyl wrap is very tasteful and the wood construction doesn't echo at all and feels very sturdy.
Overall I'd say these are an amazing bang for the buck even at regular price, and I can't wait to get a sub to pair them up with and a DAC so I can move the soundbar to another room entirely.
Update: Got a Wiim Pro Plus so everything's all hooked up completely and the LG soundbar is now out of my room. I've gotta say, it's been maybe about a month and I'm in love with these speakers. I'm honestly debating on whether or not a sub is even needed for me, as all the EDM hits perfectly and these fill the room so well. Metal and rock kicks don't hit quite as hard, however, so maybe the sub will be an addition in the end, but as it stands, they're really quite capable. I don't think I've ever needed to push them to their limit, either.
For reference, these are in a room that's roughly 20'x20' with a little bit of furniture. No room correction or anything like that has been performed, and most of the audio has been YouTube Music streamed via airplay or wi-fi from the pc, so not really anything hi-res except for maybe my records.
For comparison I have an LG SL7Y soundbar and it's included wireless subwoofer. Of course these don't quite match the bass output of that sub but for less than half the price they stomp that soundbar.
They just pump out so much power at such a high quality for the price it's absurd. So far I've tried these with a Metallica vinyl and a bunch of stuff from my phone over Bluetooth to the bl20c and everything just sounds wonderful.
Bass performance is powerful and clean. Rumbles my room nicely when needed.
Highs are clear and don't get harsh, even with the tendency for my record player to highlight cymbals.
These look nice and the front mesh is magnetic and just comes off with a light pull. The vinyl wrap is very tasteful and the wood construction doesn't echo at all and feels very sturdy.
Overall I'd say these are an amazing bang for the buck even at regular price, and I can't wait to get a sub to pair them up with and a DAC so I can move the soundbar to another room entirely.
Update: Got a Wiim Pro Plus so everything's all hooked up completely and the LG soundbar is now out of my room. I've gotta say, it's been maybe about a month and I'm in love with these speakers. I'm honestly debating on whether or not a sub is even needed for me, as all the EDM hits perfectly and these fill the room so well. Metal and rock kicks don't hit quite as hard, however, so maybe the sub will be an addition in the end, but as it stands, they're really quite capable. I don't think I've ever needed to push them to their limit, either.
For reference, these are in a room that's roughly 20'x20' with a little bit of furniture. No room correction or anything like that has been performed, and most of the audio has been YouTube Music streamed via airplay or wi-fi from the pc, so not really anything hi-res except for maybe my records.
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