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By 1987 Fri Jan 26, 2007 9:22 am
Im a total noob when it comes to these kind of monitors.

What cables do I need and do I need an amplifier?

I've got the mackie VLZ 1202 pro mixer if it helps.

By 1987 Fri Jan 26, 2007 12:49 pm
Ive bought these classic monitors on ebay. Before I get em, I would like to know If I need anything else. Are these passive monitors? I know I shoulda done my homework

By Alphawolf Fri Jan 26, 2007 12:59 pm
ns 10 are passive I dont know about this NS 10 M business...
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By Grouphome Fri Jan 26, 2007 1:01 pm
youll need a decent amplifier
and also some good speaker cables

By 1987 Fri Jan 26, 2007 3:13 pm
right. thx.

anyone got any suggestions on amplifiers?

By 1987 Fri Jan 26, 2007 3:20 pm
1987 wrote:right. thx.

anyone got any suggestions on amplifiers?


and what cables to use for the monitors? thankful 4 all info I can get
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By rickrock305 Fri Jan 26, 2007 6:18 pm
1987 wrote:right. thx.

anyone got any suggestions on amplifiers?



bryston 3B, I've also heard good things about an alesis amp, not sure the model but i THINK its an RA1000.


NS10s sound better when they're driven hard, so be sure to overpower them a little on the amp rating.

as for cables, get your self some heavy duty 12 gauge speaker wire.

By 1987 Fri Jan 26, 2007 6:32 pm
Thanks! That helps alot! great!! :D
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By Mr modnaR Fri Jan 26, 2007 9:54 pm
rickrock305 wrote:NS10s sound better when they're driven hard, so be sure to overpower them a little on the amp rating.


rickrock305 wrote:define 'better'


:wink:

By kcv2020 Fri Jan 26, 2007 10:39 pm
i was in your situation just a few months ago

i use a Adcom GFA-545 amp for my NS-10's. it works pretty good with it although it is a little lower than the recommended power level (150 watts per channel, mine is only 100w per channel).



read trupro's comments in this thread for more info on what to look for in an amp:


http://www.mpc-forums.com/viewtopic.php ... highlight=