Introduction
The SAMSON MEDIAONE M50 is a professional, high-performance 80-watt active 2-way studio monitor pair designed to deliver full-range, balanced sound for desktop audio applications. Engineered specifically for home studio music production, high-definition gaming, video editing, and multimedia playback, this stereo pair features solid wood cabinets and premium internal components, fitting beautifully into minimalist desktop workspaces and clean home recording setups.
Main Features
The defining strength of the SAMSON MEDIAONE M50 lies in its studio-grade Class AB amplification and robust low-frequency reproduction. Sold as a stereo pair consisting of one active speaker and one passive speaker, the system is powered by an internal 80-watt (40 watts per channel) bi-amped Class AB amplifier, providing exceptional headroom and detailed, uncompressed audio.
Each monitor is outfitted with a custom-engineered 5.25-inch polypropylene woofer with a protective butyl surround to deliver tight, highly focused low-end transients. This is complemented by a 3/4-inch silk dome tweeter housed in a custom waveguide, creating smooth, clear high frequencies and a broad, precise target listening area.
To satisfy bass-heavy mixing or gaming preferences, the rear panel of the active speaker features a dedicated Bass Boost toggle switch to instantly fatten up the low end. It offers versatile connectivity options, including rear stereo RCA and 1/8-inch inputs for mixers, computers, or mobile devices, alongside a front-panel 1/8-inch headphone output that automatically mutes the main speakers for private listening. It also includes a dedicated 1/8-inch Sub output, allowing you to easily integrate a powered subwoofer to create a full 2.1 monitoring system.
Usage Scenarios
- Studio: Reclaim desktop space and track accurate, uncolored vocal and instrument reference mixes directly at your desk.
- Live performance: Set up a highly portable, lightweight monitor pair at live streaming stations or digital mixing booths for clear audio feedback.
- Practice: Run daily music rehearsals and keyboard monitoring comfortably, utilizing direct, zero-latency desktop playback.
- Recording: Track clean podcasts and edit multimedia video content on location with a highly balanced and reliable stereo soundstage.
- Education: Equip student multimedia work desks with highly durable, magnetically shielded reference speakers that prevent monitor screen interference.
Features
- Full-range active studio monitors designed for home recording, music playback, gaming, and video editing.
- Solid wood cabinet construction with rear bass-porting ensures maximum acoustic efficiency and low-end definition.
- High-efficiency Class AB amplifier delivers 80 watts of peak power (40 watts RMS per channel).
- Five and a quarter inch polypropylene woofers with butyl surrounds produce tight, punchy lows.
- Three quarter inch silk dome tweeters housed in custom waveguides project smooth, non-harsh high frequencies.
- Onboard Bass Boost toggle switch on the rear panel instantly enhances low-frequency response.
- Versatile rear-panel stereo RCA and 1/8-inch inputs accommodate mixers, interfaces, and smart devices.
- Front-panel 1/8-inch headphone output automatically mutes the speakers for private listening.
- Rear-panel 1/8-inch Sub output permits easy integration with a powered subwoofer to build a 2.1 system.
- Magnetically shielded design prevents magnetic distortion when placed near computers or video displays.
Technical Specs
- System Configuration: 2.0 Stereo Pair (1 Active speaker, 1 Passive speaker)
- Amplifier Type: Bi-Amped Class AB
- Power Rating: 80 Watts Peak / 40 Watts RMS per channel
- Woofer Driver: 5.25-inch Polypropylene Cone with Butyl Surround
- Tweeter Driver: 0.75-inch Silk Dome with Custom Waveguide
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz (at -3 dB)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 83 dB
- Distortion (THD): Under 0.9 percent
- Input Impedance: 13 kOhms balanced
- Audio Inputs: 1 x Stereo RCA pair (Rear), 1 x 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) TRS stereo input (Rear)
- Audio Outputs: 1 x 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) TRS stereo Headphone output (Front), 1 x 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) TRS Subwoofer output (Rear)
- Tone Controls: 2-position Bass Boost Switch (On / Off)
- Cabinet Material: Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) with Matte Black Vinyl Wrap
- Dimensions (each cabinet): 273 mm (H) x 180 mm (W) x 209 mm (D) / 10.75 x 7.09 x 8.23 inches
- Weight (Pair): 6.5 kg / 14.3 lbs
CK Music Staff Recommendation
The CK Music team recommends the SAMSON MEDIAONE M50 active studio monitors for bedroom music producers, video content creators, podcasters, and high-fidelity desktop gamers who need a reliable, balanced soundstage in a highly space-efficient design. Typical entry-level desktop speakers rely on cheap plastic enclosures, which causes muddy, vibrating mid-ranges and cabinet rattle when pushed. The Samson MediaOne M50 completely solves these issues. By housing a robust 80-watt Class AB amplifier and a full 5.25-inch polypropylene woofer inside internally braced wood cabinets, it delivers clean, precise midrange punch and remarkably tight low-end transients. Completed with an integrated bass boost switch, a dedicated subwoofer output for 2.1 system expansions, and front-panel headphone capabilities, it is an exceptionally smart, professional-grade desktop monitoring solution.