M-Audio Forty Eighty 8″ 150W Active Studio Monitor Speaker
The M-Audio Forty Eighty is an 8-inch active studio monitor designed for music production, mixing, recording and professional audio monitoring. It combines an 8-inch Kevlar woofer with a 1.25-inch soft dome tweeter to deliver detailed sound reproduction across low and high frequencies.
Powered by a 150W bi-amplified Class AB system, the Forty Eighty provides substantial output for studio environments. Its built-in digital signal processing (DSP), adjustable EQ settings and multiple listening modes allow you to customise its sound for your room and monitoring preferences.
With Bluetooth 5.3, professional XLR and TRS inputs, and compatibility with the M-Audio Studio Control App, the Forty Eighty offers flexible connectivity for modern studio setups.
Important: The M-Audio Forty Eighty is sold individually as one studio monitor speaker. A second compatible speaker is required for a conventional stereo monitor pair.
8-Inch Kevlar Woofer and 1.25-Inch Soft Dome Tweeter
The Forty Eighty features a two-way speaker design with dedicated drivers for low- and high-frequency reproduction.
Its 8-inch Kevlar woofer delivers extended bass response, while the 1.25-inch soft dome tweeter handles high-frequency details. The combination provides a detailed listening experience for monitoring recordings, evaluating mixes and producing music.
150W Bi-Amplified Class AB Power
The Forty Eighty features a 150W bi-amplified Class AB power system, with dedicated amplification for its low- and high-frequency drivers.
- Low-Frequency Amplification: 80W
- High-Frequency Amplification: 70W
- Total Power: 150W
This separate amplification design supports controlled audio reproduction across the speaker’s frequency range.
Precision DSP and Customisable EQ Controls
The built-in digital signal processing system provides crossover and equalisation functions to help tailor the monitor’s sound to your listening environment.
Through the M-Audio Studio Control App, you can access a 5-band EQ and customise the speaker’s sound according to your room acoustics and preferences.
The monitor also provides three front-panel listening modes:
- Flat Mode: A neutral listening profile for reference monitoring and mixing.
- Hype Mode: An alternative listening profile for checking how your music may sound on consumer playback systems.
- Custom Mode: Applies your personalised EQ settings created through the compatible app.
These options help you evaluate your music from different listening perspectives.
Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Audio Streaming
The built-in Bluetooth 5.3 functionality allows you to stream audio wirelessly from compatible smartphones, tablets and other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
The Forty Eighty also supports True Wireless Stereo (TWS) linking with another compatible Forty Series monitor, allowing two speakers to deliver wireless stereo playback.
Bluetooth is useful for convenient playback and listening checks, while the balanced analogue inputs remain available for professional studio connections.
For the lowest possible audio latency during critical monitoring, use the wired XLR or TRS connections rather than Bluetooth stereo linking.
Professional XLR and TRS Audio Inputs
The Forty Eighty provides professional analogue connections for integrating it into different recording and monitoring environments.
- XLR Input: For connecting compatible balanced audio equipment.
- 1/4-inch TRS Input: For connecting compatible balanced or unbalanced audio sources.
These connections allow integration with audio interfaces, mixers, DJ controllers and other compatible equipment.
M-Audio Studio Control App
The M-Audio Studio Control App provides additional control over the Forty Eighty’s sound settings.
With the compatible application, you can adjust the 5-band EQ, create custom listening presets and tailor the monitor’s response to your studio environment.
This flexibility makes it easier to adapt the speaker to different room conditions and listening preferences.
What You Need to Get Started
To use the M-Audio Forty Eighty, you will need:
- A compatible power outlet and the supplied power cable.
- An audio interface, mixer, DJ controller or another compatible audio source for wired playback.
- A suitable XLR or 1/4-inch TRS audio cable, depending on your equipment.
- A compatible smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth device for wireless playback.
For conventional stereo studio monitoring, you will need two Forty Eighty speakers. Each speaker requires its own power connection.
Connectivity and Compatibility
The M-Audio Forty Eighty supports wired and wireless audio connections for different studio and playback applications.
Connectivity:
- 1 × XLR balanced analogue input
- 1 × 1/4-inch TRS analogue input
- Bluetooth 5.3 wireless audio streaming
- Bluetooth A2DP profile
- True Wireless Stereo linking with another compatible Forty Series monitor
- IEC power connection
Wireless Compatibility:
- Compatible Bluetooth-enabled smartphones
- Tablets and other supported Bluetooth audio devices
- M-Audio Studio Control App for compatible iOS and Android devices
Power Requirements:
- 100–240V AC
- 50/60Hz
- 150W power rating
Check your equipment’s output connections and power requirements before connecting the monitor.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: M-Audio
- Series: Forty Series
- Model: Forty Eighty
- Product Type: Active 2-Way Studio Monitor Speaker
- Speaker Configuration: Single Speaker
- Woofer: 8-inch (203 mm) Kevlar Woofer
- Tweeter: 1.25-inch (32 mm) Soft Dome Tweeter
- Total Amplification: 150W
- Low-Frequency Amplification: 80W
- High-Frequency Amplification: 70W
- Amplifier Class: Bi-Amplified Class AB
- Frequency Response: 32Hz–22kHz (-10dB)
- Maximum SPL: 116dB
- Coverage Pattern: 120° × 90°
- Enclosure: Rear-Ported Vinyl-Wrapped MDF
- DSP: Internal Crossover and EQ
- EQ: 5-Band EQ through compatible app
- Listening Modes: Flat, Hype and Custom
- Analogue Inputs: 1 × XLR and 1 × 1/4-inch TRS
- Bluetooth: Version 5.3
- Bluetooth Range: Up to 30.5 metres (100 feet)
- Wireless Stereo: True Wireless Stereo with compatible Forty Series monitor
- Converter Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 120dB
- Power Connection: IEC
- Power Supply: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 381 × 254 × 292 mm
- Weight: 10 kg
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