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EMP EW30 On-Walls Review

by Gene DellaSala last modified January 04, 2008 13:58

Summary

  • Product Name: EMP EW30 On-Wall Speaker Review
  • Manufacturer: EMP
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStarhalf-star
  • Review Date: November 04, 2007
  • MSRP: $375/ea
Specifications

Frequency range +/- 3 dB                       46Hz - 20kHz±3dB

Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)                            86.0 dB

Nominal impedance                                6 ohms

Recommended amp power                      50– 200watts

Crossover frequency                               220Hz, 2.2kHz

Tweeter driver                                          1” Silk Dome
Low frequency driver(s)                           (2) 5 ¼”  Carbon Fiber

Enclosure type                                      Ported

Connection input(s)                                Single Wire

Recommended placement                      on wall (via wall mount kit) or stand mountable

Dimensions (H x W x D)                         25” H x 7 1/8” W x 5 5/8” D

Weight                                                  19.5 lbs/ea

Grill:                                                     Black or Silver (both included)

Finish                                                   Silver with black caps and accents

 

 



Pros

  • Excellent build quality and appearance
  • Overall solid performer
  • Easy to install

Cons

  • Slightly recessed midrange and upper midbass

Introduction

Got that new flat panel? EMP has the answer for streamlined high performance loudspeakers that won't take away form your new purchase. The EW30s are among the best on-wall type speakers we have heard. With the special Buy One get One free promo currently being offered, they are quite a bargain.
  1. EMP EW30 Build Quality
  2. EMP EW30 Listening Tests
  3. EMP EW30 Measurements and Analysis
  4. EMP EW30 Conclusion