HSU Research HB-1 Bookshelf Speaker Review
Summary
- Product Name: HB-1
- Manufacturer: HSU Research
- Performance Rating:




- Value Rating:




- Review Date: April 12, 2007
- MSRP: $179 (Each - black or maple) right now on sale for $125
- Specifications
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Woofer: 61/2½ treated paper cone woofer with treated cloth surround, flat polycotton spider and high temperature aluminum voice coil
Tweeter: Very high efficiency controlled directivity horn with neodymium magnet and ferro-fluid cooled voice coil.
Crossover: Computer aided, final voicing by Dr. Hsu (i.e., fine tuning by Dr. Hsu to sound good to his ears)
Frequency Range: 60 - 20 kHz
Recommended crossover to subwoofer/mid bass module: 80 Hz
Sensitivity: 92 dB/1m/2.83V rms, half space
Nominal impedance: 6 ohms
Minimum impedance: 4 ohms
Enclosure type: Vented
Enclosure material: 3/4½ MDF
Dimensions: 15½ H x 8½ W x 8½ D
Net Weight: 12.2 pounds, Shipping Weight: 14.5 pounds
Recommended Amplifier Power: 10 - 250 W rms
Pros
- Great for large rooms
- Good for movies
- Excellent price
Cons
- Small “sweet” spot
- Finicky placement for optimal imaging
- Poor aesthetics