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These speakers deserve to be partnered with high-quality amplifieVOX 253 MTI \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics and sound properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The VOX 253 MTI is the current highlight in the VOX series. The uncompromising approach, involving fitting the TI 100 8 Ohm as the low- to mid-range unit and the MHT 12 8 Ohm as the tweeter, worked highly successfully in the TOPAS. Following the basic design concept of the VOX series, this system is fitted with two TI 100 8 Ohm 's as low- to mid-range units and the TIW 250 XS 8 Ohm as the woofer.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e One particularly convenient innovation is used for the first time in the VOX 253 MTI: it is now possible to tune the bass output level on the crossover unit. Depending on the acoustic properties of the room and personal preference, the bass output might be too strong, if the speakers are placed close to a wall, for example. 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Visaton VOX 253 MTI, Speaker Kit (Pair)

Part number: 5987

A component kit for building the VOX 253 MTI, a three-way passive loudspeaker design rated at 200 W with a 28–40000 Hz frequency range. Sold as a pair; cabinet materials are not included.

Sold as
Pair
Nominal impedance
4 Ω
Rated power
200 W
Frequency response (−10 dB)
28–40000 Hz
Mean sound pressure level
83 dB (1 W/1 m)
Outside size
1150 mm × 235 mm × 400 mm (H × W × D)
ex VAT
£2,487.54 inc VAT
Maximum quantity available reached.

Stock and dispatch
Selected products are held in UK stock; other lines are sourced to order. Dispatch timing depends on the product and quantity.

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Description

The VOX 253 MTI is a VISATON three-way passive loudspeaker design built around MHT 12 - 8 Ω, TI 100 - 8 Ω, TIW 250 XS - 8 Ω. The manufacturer specifies a bass-reflex arrangement and 63 l + 4 l (without bass-reflex channel/ without bass reflex channel) net volume, a 28–40000 Hz frequency range and nominal impedance of 4 Ω. This kit is sold as a pair, while the manufacturer's component and cabinet lists are stated for one cabinet.

Typical applications

  • DIY loudspeaker construction from the published VISATON cabinet plan
  • Stereo hi-fi loudspeaker construction
  • Restoration of the documented VISATON design
  • Custom cabinetry that preserves the published internal volume and layout
Full specifications
VOX 253 MTI
Rated power200 W
Maximum power350 W
Nominal impedance4 Ω
Frequency response (−10 dB)28–40000 Hz
Mean sound pressure level83 dB (1 W/1 m)
Crossover frequency200/4000 Hz
Cabinet principleBass-reflex
Net volume63 l + 4 l (without bass-reflex channel/ without bass reflex channel)
Outside height1150 mm
Outside width235 mm
Outside depth400 mm
Manufacturer component-list basis1 cabinet / box
Kit component — TweeterMHT 12 - 8 Ω · 1 pc.
Kit component — MidrangeTI 100 - 8 Ω · 1 pc.
Kit component — WooferTIW 250 XS - 8 Ω · 1 pc.
Kit component — CrossoverCrossover VOX 253 MTI · 1 pc.
Kit component — TerminalBT 95/75 · 1 pc.
Kit component — Damping materialPolyester wool · 4 Btl.
Kit component — Special wood screws5 x 30 mm · 6 pcs.
Kit component — Wood screws3.5 x 19 mm · 12 pcs.
Kit component — Countersunk screws3.5 x 25 mm · 4 pcs.
Kit component — Cable2 x 1.5 mm² · 2 m
Kit component — Item2 x 2.5 mm² · 2,5 m
Dimensions and drawings
VOX 253 MTI · part 5987 — Exploded cabinet drawing

Exploded cabinet drawing · Open original image

VOX 253 MTI · part 5987 — Cabinet construction drawing

Cabinet construction drawing · Open original image

VOX 253 MTI · part 5987 — Crossover diagram

Crossover diagram · Open original image

Installation and cabinet guidance

Build each cabinet from the linked manufacturer construction drawing and cabinet parts list. The documented outside size is 1150 mm × 235 mm × 400 mm (H × W × D); the specified cabinet principle is Bass-reflex with 63 l + 4 l (without bass-reflex channel/ without bass reflex channel) net volume. Preserve the published driver, port, bracing and crossover positions.

The manufacturer states its component and cabinet parts lists for one box. Sold as: Pair. The kit excludes the cabinet; confirm component quantities against the ordered sales unit before starting the build.

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Cabinet options and assembly support

For cabinet options and assembly support for this VISATON kit, see our longstanding UK partner, Wilmslow Audio. Please check their current services and availability directly.

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