ESB FX-3000

Pre owned. In fair condition. They show several signs of wear. Original packaging not included.

The ESB FX-3000 monitor loudspeaker is a model developed to meet the needs of professional monitoring and of enthusiasts looking for high dynamics, precision, and faithful sound reproduction. Appreciated both in studio environments and in the Hi-Fi sector, it was designed as an alternative to the leading American and British monitors of the time, focusing on a balance between dynamic capability, low distortion, and linear response.

To achieve these goals, ESB uses Fostex components, selected for their fast transient response and dynamic handling capabilities. The crossover system is carefully designed to maintain tonal coherence, allowing the loudspeaker to be used both for professional monitoring applications and high-quality domestic music listening.

The cabinet design follows principles aimed at achieving maximum structural rigidity, using thick wooden panels and internal reinforcements positioned in the areas subject to the greatest mechanical stress. This construction helps reduce cabinet vibrations and preserve the accuracy of the reproduced signal. The rosewood finish completes the appearance of the loudspeaker, characterized by a classic and professional design.

The sound performance of the ESB FX-3000 is characterized by clarity, speed, and dynamic capability, making it particularly suitable for the reproduction of high-quality recordings and master tapes. The loudspeaker provides a detailed and direct listening experience, maintaining a good balance between transparency and naturalness, without relying on upper midrange emphasis that can make long listening sessions tiring, as happens with some professional monitors.

The ESB FX-3000 represents a significant example of Italian loudspeaker design, combining precision-oriented technical solutions with a design philosophy focused on achieving a dynamic, controlled sound faithful to the original recording.

Technical specifications:

• Type: bass reflex loudspeaker; 3-way system
• Woofer: 1 × 300 mm Fostex FW300; four-spoke die-cast basket; high-power ceramic magnetic assembly; reinforced diaphragm with 8 annular corrugations; 64 mm copper flat-wire voice coil on heat-resistant fiberglass former; free-air resonance frequency above 33.1 Hz; quality factor 0.263
• Midrange: compression system composed of Fostex D-232 driver and Fostex H-1250 acoustic lens; aluminum diaphragm with tangential corrugations; copper flat-wire voice coil; ceramic magnetic circuit; high-precision molded plastic phase plug; 39 mm voice coil; 25.4 mm exit throat; smooth response from 600 Hz to 6000 Hz
• Tweeter: Fostex FT-90H compression driver; exponential horn with ogive-shaped central body; aluminum diaphragm supported at both the perimeter and center; high-precision machined magnetic circuit; extended frequency response up to 23,000 Hz; low harmonic and intermodulation distortion; stable impedance between 8 and 9 Ohms
• Crossover frequencies: 1500 Hz; 6500 Hz
• Frequency response: 50 Hz – 20,000 Hz ±3 dB
• Maximum power handling: 150 W RMS
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 92 dB (1 W / 1 m)
• Cabinet: rosewood structure with hand-applied finish
• Front grille: removable; genuine wood frame; black acoustically transparent fabric (replaced in October 2016)
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 460 × 720 × 380 mm
• Weight: 38 kg each