Description
The Behringer Eurolive B205D 5.25″ Powered Monitor Speaker is a highly versatile and compact active loudspeaker system. It’s designed to serve multiple purposes, from a personal monitor for vocalists and keyboardists to a small PA system for intimate gigs, presentations, or even a compact home recording studio reference. Its key selling points are its portability, built-in mixer, and powerful Class-D amplification.
Behringer Eurolive B205D Key Features and Specifications:
- Multi-purpose, 150-Watt Active Speaker: Despite its small size, it delivers a substantial 150 Watts of power (Class-D amplification for efficiency and light weight). This makes it capable of cutting through the mix on stage or filling a small room with sound.
- 5.25″ Premium Full-Range Neodymium Driver: It utilizes a single custom-engineered 5.25-inch neodymium driver. Neodymium magnets are known for being powerful and lightweight, contributing to the speaker’s overall portability.
- Ultra-Low Noise 3-Channel Mixer: This is a standout feature. The integrated mixer allows you to connect multiple sources directly to the speaker without needing an external mixer:
- Channel 1 & 2: Two “Invisible” Mic Preamps with combo XLR/1/4″ TRS inputs. Both accept mic or line-level signals. Channel 1 also features a switchable instrument-ready input, meaning you can plug in a guitar or bass directly without a separate DI box.
- Channel 3: Dedicated stereo input with RCA jacks for connecting media players (MP3 players, CD players, phones, etc.).
- +48V Phantom Power: Available on the mic preamps for powering condenser microphones.
- 3-Band EQ: A simple yet effective 3-band equalizer (Low, Mid, High) with ±15dB of adjustment for each band allows you to sculpt the overall tone of your mix.
- XLR “Through” Connector: An XLR output that allows you to link multiple B205D units together for more coverage, or send the signal to an external amplifier or sound system. There’s also an XLR/TRS combo “Main In” for connecting a signal from another speaker.
- Integrated Limiter: Protects the speaker and your ears from damage due to excessive volume, ensuring system control.
- Mic Stand Integration System: A unique and very practical feature. The B205D can be mounted directly onto a standard microphone stand (either at the top or bottom for balance) using the included hardware, placing the sound precisely where you need it.
- Durable Construction: Features a super-tough, impact-resistant molded plastic enclosure with an integrated top carry handle for easy transport.
- Frequency Response: 65 Hz to 18 kHz (-10 dB) / 95 Hz to 12 kHz (-3 dB).
- Maximum SPL: 113 dB SPL (at 1 meter).
- Power Supply: Internal switch-mode power supply for noise-free audio, superior transient response, and very low power consumption.
- Dimensions (H x W x D): Approximately 18.5 x 29 x 22 cm (7.3 x 11.4 x 8.7 inches).
- Weight: Approximately 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs), making it incredibly lightweight and portable.
