Monitor Audio Studio 89

Studio 89 takes inspiration from the culturally explosive 1980s and Monitor Audio’s iconic Studio Series, but is a thoroughly modern loudspeaker. Inspired by individual expression and the culture that shapes it, Studio 89 is the loudspeaker for the new change-makers.

Studio 89 is a compact bookshelf model that houses many of the advanced acoustic technologies found in both Platinum Series 3G and Monitor Audio’s statement speaker, Hyphn. Powerful twin 4 ¼” RDT III C-CAM bass-mid drivers provide punchy, articulate and controlled bass that seamlessly blends with the MPD III high-frequency transducer. The sonic package delivers exceptionally lifelike HF clarity and taught MF/LF bass precision for a truly high-fidelity presentation.

Studio 89’s cabinet is finished in a deep high-gloss black paint with gold-coloured drive units. This is a reference to the iconic Studio 15, which was the only model within the original Studio Series available in this stylish combination.

Studio 89 delivers a breathtakingly big sound, from a beautifully finished compact box.

Key Features

• Two-way design with MTM driver array speaker configuration
• 1 x MPD III high-frequency transducer
• 2 x 4 ¼” RDT III, C-CAM bass-mid drivers
• Rigid die-cast aluminium baffle with through-bolt driver fixings
• New crossover design utilising carefully selected high-quality capacitors

• Ported cabinet design featuring twin velocity reflex HiVe II slot ports
• Precision machined Rhodium-plated speaker terminals
• Compatible with the bespoke Studio 89 Stand
• Finishes available: high-gloss black with gold drive unit cones

Sensitivity (2.83v @ 1m, Free-Field)

86 dB

Recommended Amplifier Power​ (RMS into 4 Ohm, Music Signal)

50 - 300 W

Continuous Power Handling (RMS into 6 Ohms, Pink Noise with 6dB Crest Factor)

150 W

Nominal Impedance

6 Ohms

Minimum Impedance (20 Hz to 20 kHz)​​

4.2 Ohms @ 220 Hz

Drive Unit Complement

2 x 41/4" (108 mm) RDT III Bass-Mid Drivers
1 x MPD III Tweeter

Frequency Response, Free-Field (-6dB)​

53 - 60 kHz

Frequency Response, In-Room (-6dB)

48 Hz - 60 kHz

Maximum Peak SPL (single speaker @1m Z-Weighted)

113 dB

Bass Alignment

Ported

Port Tuning Frequency

58 Hz

Crossover Frequency

2400 Hz

External Dimensions (including Terminals (H x W x D))

340 x 157 x 361 mm (133/8 x 63/16 x 143/16")

Weight (each)

7.6 kg (16 lbs 12 oz)