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Pro-Ject Audio Systems Speaker Box 3 E
Ultra compact speaker
- 2-way bass reflex principle
- Small size with big sound
- Low coloration
- Gold plated banana terminals
- Magnetic speaker grills included
*Wall mount sold separately
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With a strong focus on midrange clarity and treble detail, these compact speakers deliver refined, intimate sound ideal for nearfield listening. The Audiophile Man praised their nimble highs and vocal presence, while noting limited low‑end authority. Thanks to a tidy compact footprint and measured tuning for the price, the Speaker Box 3 E impresses in small‑room hi‑fi.
Pros
- Refined midrange and detailed treble that emphasise vocals and acoustic instruments — reviewer highlighted nimble highs and strong vocal presence.
- Well-matched, coherent voicing for compact systems and nearfield setups — the speakers complement Pro-Ject’s small‑footprint components.
- Tidy compact footprint and attractive tuning for the price, offering strong value for small-room hi‑fi applications.
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Cons
- Limited bass extension and authority — the small 3" driver and quoted low‑frequency limit mean thin low end for bass‑heavy music without a sub or larger room.
Sound Quality
80/100
Bass
76/100
3" fiberglass bass/mid driver with a rear-firing port and a quoted low-frequency limit of 89Hz. Ported design gives a bit more low-end lift than a tiny sealed speaker, but the small driver size, compact enclosure (160x106x152mm) and modest sensitivity (85dB) limit extension and authority. Score reflects slightly above-typical bass for a very small ported bookshelf but not deep.
Mid
82/100
Single 3" fiber-glass bass/mid driver and a silk-dome tweeter imply focused midband presence and natural timbre at normal listening levels. Expect good clarity and body for vocals and acoustic instruments given the dedicated midwoofer, though no reviewer data available to confirm tonal balance.
Treble
84/100
0.75" silk dome tweeter with 20kHz upper limit suggests a smooth, non-aggressive treble with decent extension for air. Silk dome often trades ultimate sparkle for refinement, so the score favors cleanliness and absence of harshness rather than extreme detail.
Soundstage Imaging
82/100
Compact sealed footprint but ported rear-chassis and small drivers usually deliver respectable imaging and focus at typical distances. Expect good stereo image stability for nearfield setups; soundstage width/depth will be limited compared with larger monitors but quite good for the cabinet size.
Dynamics
78/100
Recommended amp power 10–80W and 85dB sensitivity point to reasonable dynamic range when driven by a capable amp, but limited cone excursion and small cabinet volume constrain macro dynamics and slam. Punch is serviceable for small-to-medium rooms but not floorstander levels.
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Build Quality
84/100
Compact, well-finished Pro-Ject product with modest weight (1.37 kg each). Expect tidy cabinetwork and quality driver/tweeter choices consistent with the brand; absence of detailed teardown or crossover notes means craftsmanship is inferred from spec and brand reputation.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied. Single-post passive bookshelf with standard binding posts; no DSP, streaming or on-board amplification expected. No adjustments made.
Value for Money
83/100
At the listed price (~199), the Speaker Box 3 E offers a strong brand-name, compact footprint and generally refined voicing. Limited low-frequency extension (89Hz) and 85dB sensitivity temper the value for bass-heavy listeners, but for small-room hi-fi duty the price is attractive versus many rivals.
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