Neat Acoustics Motive 1 - New, Open Box!

We have one remaining pair of Neat Acoustics Motive 1 floor standing loudspeakers available of the original three. The "Motive 1" is the predecessor to the "Motive SX1" and was discontinued in 2014 but remains more than competitive at prices 3-4 times our asking price.

Remaining available finish is in Natural Oak (New-open box).

Though the taller of the two Motive Series floor-standers, the Motive 1 remains a compact model, occupying a "small footprint". It is an elegant model and will blend discreetly into any living room physically and sonically. The Motive series performance gives little away to larger and more expensive models from a great many brands.

This Motive 1 loudspeaker uses a two and half-way configuration, with the bass/midrange driver and the tweeter operating within a sealed enclosure. The sub-bass drive unit is housed separately in a reflex-tuned section below. The bass reflex port is fitted to the bottom panel of the cabinet and is vented through an outlet in the stylishly sculpted MDF plinth.

In spite of the compact dimensions, the Motive 1 manages to accurately reproduce genuinely low bass notes with spacious and well-focused stereo imagery.

The tweeter is the original unit used throughout the Motive Series range and features a huge screened magnet assembly and a 25mm inverted dome tweeter. This type of tweeter is usually only found in more expensive high-end loudspeakers and is therefore an exceptional inclusion to the Motive designs.

Neat Acoustics has been hand crafting outstanding loudspeakers since 1989 in the Northeast of England. (Trivia: For those who may not know, NEAT actually stands for "Northeast Audio Traders") Their initial widely acclaimed success came with the original Neat Petite, Neat’s fantastic interpretation of the well known BBC LS3/5A studio monitor. More recently, many may know of Neat’s unique, ground breaking Iota Series of loudspeakers.

Perhaps Neat Acoustics’ best known feature is their commitment to pace, rhythm, attack and timing (PRAT), along with an uncanny ability to recreate correct musical timbre. Further, while they are rated with a moderate sensitivity rating, Neat speakers yield a benign (flat) impedance making them easy to drive with modest powered tube or solid state gear. The sound of 1’s is extremely open with a large image and palpable 3D sound stage.
 

Motive SX1 Specifications

• Design: 2-1/2 way reflex
• Bandwidth:  25Hz – 30kHz
• Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 87dB/1 watt
• Binding Posts: Dual w/ Gold Plated Metal Jumpers
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 36.5 in. x 6.3 in. x 7.9 in. (Foot Print: 8.7 in. x 10.3 in.)
• Weight: 70 lbs. (Pair)

Let us know if we can answer questions about these great speakers. We’re happy to discuss compatibility with your system, your musical tastes as well as your room characteristics. With 20+ years of experience, we’re always happy to provide in depth, honest assistance.

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The Audio Shoppe, Hanover MA, [email protected], 781-987-3414