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NSMT Model 10S

NSMT Model10S
The New NSMT Model 10S
Ultra Definition Minimonitor
Price: $1,495 per pair  
 
Measuring only 10 inches high, by 5.5 inches wide by 6.5 inches deep, the NSMT Model 10S, formerly NSM Audio Model 10S, is a full range loudspeaker that produces smooth, full-bodied, satisfying sound, even at very low volume. It produces solid accurate bass and an accurate three-dimensional, holographic soundstage. The sound is realistic because of the Model 10S’ ability to generate a big soundstage, with instruments and voices produced in faithful proportions.
 
The Model 10S is a two-way, point source, loudspeaker system. No phase or impedance correction circuits are used in the loudspeaker in order to provide a clean direct path between the amplifier and the loudspeaker. Voiced to perform like a floor standing loudspeaker, the amazing capabilities of the Model 10S are immediately obvious to the listener.
 
Considered revolutionary when it was introduced in 1992, the Model 10S has undergone numerous improvements and refinements over the years. Today it is one of the most refined small loudspeakers, and its exceptional performance and its high built quality have been acknowledged by numerous industry observers, in the United States, Western Europe, and Asia.
 
The latest advance in the evolution of the Model 10S, released in October, 2024, features a four inch cast frame balanced drive woofer and concomitant crossover adjustments. The new woofer allows the Model 10S to improve its finesse and to play even more amazing, accurate, dynamic, low bass.
 
The frequency response of the 5.5 inches wide by 10 inches high by 6.5 inches deep Model 10S is an incredible 45 Hz to 20 kHz. Its tonal accuracy, superb imaging, and exceptional low bass prowess is a boon for all those who enjoy the finesse of the best mini-monitors and low level late night listening. Importantly, we have kept the introductory price the same.
 
The latest Model 10S prompted one of its first buyers to say:
"I am somewhere close to the middle of 200h running-in the S10s. Without real setup and without much thinking it appears to me that this might be the most accurate speakers I’ve ever had. Micro and macrodynamics are fabulous.
(Switzerland, November 2024)
 
NSMT 10S
Shown on matching NSMT's Sandbags sand-fill-able loudspeaker stands.
 
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Design: two-way, acoustic suspension
Drivers: 1 inch soft dome, ferro-cooled tweeter, 4 inch cast  frame, long-throw, balance drive woofer
Crossovers: laminated copper inductor, polypropylene capacitor, non-inductive wire wound resistor
Wiring: pure multi-strand OFC copper to tweeter and woofer
Cabinet: cross-braced acoustic suspension
Connectors:fully insulated, gold plated five-way binding  posts 
5-year limited warranty
 
SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions:  5.5 X 10 X 6.5 (W x H x D)
Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz
-6dB referenced to 1kHz: 40Hz.
Sensitivity: 84dB 1/watt/m
Rated Impedance: 4 ohms
Cabinet construction: Cross-braced half inch MDF or wood board
Finishes: satin black lacquer (optional wood finishes)
Weight: 17 pounds per pair
Recommended amplifier: 45-200 watts
Price: $1,495 per pair
 
   
 
Excerpts from Reviews
 

"...crafted with jewel-like precision." (The Absolute Sound)

 

"Absolutely astonishing!" (Stereo, Germany, review of NSMT10S with Linn Classic)

"...breathtaking..." (Hi-Fi News, Britain)

"...it is so smooth that I began to refer to it as tubelike." (Soundstage.com)

"...I judged the NSMs performance to be slightly better than the B&W [801] reference speaker." (Audio)

"...can put to shame a great many larger loudspeakers with its unpretentious musicality." (The Absolute Sound)

 

"Its strengths include a lush and liquid presentation that does stellar things for vocals." (Soundstage.com)

"...a small sensation." (Stereo, Germany, review of NSMT10S with Linn Classic)

 

"How good are these speakers?...Very good indeed....Am I selling my Gallo Ref 3's? No. Did I put these in the bedroom after all? Not yet. They are right next to the Gallo's in the living room and have been for the past two weeks. I'm sure I'll eventually switch back over, but for now I'm in sonic bliss." (Audio Asylum)

"During my audition I actually had no desire for a subwoofer when playing the 10S. And this is with them in a 15' W X 21' L X 10' H open concept living room. Impressive for a speaker that can be held in one hand." (Audio Asylum)

 

"I have never heard better imaging, and I have carefully listened to many systems over the years, starting in the mid-1950s. I would compare it somewhat to Quad ESLs, but with better bass." 

(Audioreview.com review by George Stewart of 10S Armada System)

 
 
(10S Armada System with two subwoofers)