Introduction, Speaker HOOK-UP, Room Location

1.INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! Your new M&K speaker system will give you years of unmatched enjoyment and excitement while listening to your favorite musical and audio/video sources.

We encourage you to read this owner’s manual, as there is a great deal of information provided here to help you achieve the best possible performance.

If you have any questions about your speaker system, please contact your M&K dealer or call the M&K factory directly at

(818)701-7010, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. You may also send us an e-mail to support@mksound.com. We will be happy to help you with any question you may have.

2.SPEAKER HOOK-UP

The sound quality that you get from your speakers can be affected by the type of speaker wire that you use to connect them. While it is possible to use speaker wire as thin as 22 gauge to hook your speakers up, wire of less than 16 gauge will compromise their sound quality. We strongly recommend using the heaviest gauge wire possible. Your special M&K 5-way binding post input ter- minals will directly accept wire as heavy as 4 gauge!

For wire runs of up to 20 feet, 16 gauge wire is acceptable. For runs up to 30 feet, you should use a minimum of 14 gauge. For up to 40 feet, use a minimum of 12 gauge, and over 40 feet should use 10 gauge.

There are a very wide variety of premium speaker cables available from a number of specialist manufacturers. We do not endorse any specific brand of premium cable, but we do recommend the highest quality cable that fits your budget. Beware, though — wit h cables, expensive is not always better. If you have any questions, contact your M&K dealer for advice.

WIRING

FIGURE 1

The Positive ( + ) lead from your amplifier or receiver should be connected to the RED ( + ) "INPUT" terminal, and the Negative ( — ) lead from your amplifier or receiver should be connected to the BLACK ( — ) "INPUT" terminal. See Figure 1.

3.OPTIMIZING SPEAKER PLACEMENT

SATELLITE SPEAKERS

Your speakers can be installed in a wide variety of locations. They can
be placed on stands, shelves, or bookcases, or permanently mounted
using brackets.
Your speakers have threaded mounting hardware permanently	+	+
	RIGHT	LEFT

mounted into the cabinet on the speaker's back baffle. These allow you to
mount the speakers in a wide variety of locations, and to orient them for the	AMPLIFIER OR RECEIVER
best possible sound. There is a four hole pattern using inserts threaded for	AMPLIFIER OR RECEIVER

1/4 - 20 hardware (1/4 inch in diameter, and 20 threads per inch) on the

B-1600 and a single 3/8" threaded insert on the B-1500. These mounting patterns accommodate M&K speaker stands and mounting brackets.

The sound quality produced by your speakers can be significantly enhanced by careful attention to their placement. While we understand that you may not redesign your room to accommodate your speakers, coming as close as possible to the ideal placement will give you much better sound.

You can orient the B-1500 and B-1600 either horizontally or vertically.

Ideally, the tweeter should be at the same height from the floor as your ears, when you are sitting in your main listening position.

If you have the speakers mounted above or below this height, they sound their best when you angle the speakers so that the tweeters are aimed at your ears when you are in the main listening position.

ROOM LOCATION

There are two considerations regarding room location of your 1500 or 1600 speakers.

B-1500, B-1600 specifications

MK Sound is renowned for producing high-performance subwoofers, and two standout models in their lineup are the B-1600 and B-1500. Both subwoofers exemplify the brand's commitment to realism, precision, and musicality in sound reproduction, making them popular among home theater enthusiasts and audiophiles alike.

The B-1600 is a powerful subwoofer, featuring a 12-inch driver that delivers deep, impactful bass response. It is equipped with a 300-watt RMS amplifier, which allows it to easily fill larger rooms with rich, thundering lows. One of the key technological advancements in the B-1600 is its dual-chamber design. This design minimizes distortion while maximizing efficiency, resulting in clearer audio at higher volumes. The B-1600's frequency response ranges from 20 Hz to 200 Hz, ensuring that it can reproduce everything from the rumble of an action movie’s explosion to subtle background melodies in music.

On the other hand, the MK Sound B-1500 maintains a compact design while still delivering exceptional performance. Featuring a slightly smaller 10-inch driver and a 200-watt RMS amplifier, the B-1500 is perfect for those who have limited space but do not want to compromise on sound quality. Its innovative port design allows for extended bass response without increasing the cabinet size, making it ideal for smaller home theater setups or apartments. The frequency response of the B-1500 extends from 24 Hz to 200 Hz, ensuring an immersive listening experience.

Both models come equipped with advanced room correction technology, allowing users to optimize the subwoofers' performance based on their listening environment. This feature automatically adjusts the subwoofers’ settings to counter room acoustics, making it easier for users to achieve a balanced sound profile.

In addition to these technologies, both the B-1600 and B-1500 use high-quality components, including reinforced cabinets to reduce vibration and enhance overall sturdiness. Their design not only looks aesthetically pleasing but ensures durability over time.

In conclusion, the MK Sound B-1600 and B-1500 subwoofers are distinguished by their powerful bass performance, innovative technologies, and compact designs. Whether you're looking for a robust sub for a home theater or a smaller option without compromising on quality, these models showcase MK Sound's dedication to excellence in audio engineering.