The Ocean Way Audio HR5 ranks #68 out of 68 total Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.
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#68 Ocean Way Audio HR5: $5,598 per pair Sweetwater eBay
Pros: The active format and substantial drivers can supply useful scale in a studio system. Measured -3dB extension is 52.7Hz, so separate bass support would be appropriate for full-range work. Measured bass extension of 52.7Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Scores of 1.78 standalone and 3.86 with an ideal subwoofer reflect substantial response unevenness, including severe upper-treble irregularities. Narrowing high-frequency coverage further changes the balance across listening positions. Bass support cannot repair those midrange and treble problems, making this difficult to recommend for neutral monitoring.
How it compares: Just above it: PMC result6 - $501 more, 115W less output power.
| AES Input | Yes |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 215W total (125W LF, 90W HF) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 12H x 17.5W x 14.5D in |
| Drivers | 7” low-frequency driver, 1” high-frequency driver (horn/waveguide) |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR (analog), XLR AES3 (digital) |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 1.78 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 3.86 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 37.9 lbs (17.2 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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