Q Acoustics System Builder

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Congratulations, you are about to take the first step to building your own sound system!

Proceed through each of the below six steps, selecting your preferred speaker from the dropdown list. If you select the tab which corresponds with the speaker you are interested in, you will see both an image and details on that speaker. The dropdown list will illustrate the price of each option. Once you have proceeded through all six steps and chosen your speaker package, click on the 'add to cart' button at the bottom of the page and your speaker package will be added to your shopping cart. If you have any questions or would like some advice before deciding, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01492-582349.

STEP 1: Choose Your Front Speakers

Front Speakers: 





Compact Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

This ultra compact bookshelf speaker sets new standards of sonic performance in its class. Suitable for both hi-fi music and home cinema use, it is an ideal match for the 1000Ci centre and 1000Si subwoofer. The 1010i can also be stand or wall mounted, using the dedicated 1000ST stand or 1000WB wall bracket.
 


Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

A medium sized bookshelf design that exudes quality. The beautifully finished, low resonance cabinet ncapsulates the 25mm ferro-fluid cooled tweeter and precision engineered 125mm bass driver to produce a speaker with extended bass, open mid-range and exceptional high frequency clarity. The 1000ST or 1000WB allow the 1020i to be stand or wall mounted.
 


The elegant appearance of this compact, floor-standing loudspeaker is enhanced by an integral aluminium plinth, featuring ‘top configurable’ floor spikes for precise, easy adjustment. The class-
leading sound quality from its long throw, 165mm bass driver and 25mm polyester weave tweeter can be further optimised by adding sand to the special compartment built into the base of the cabinet.
 


The exquisitely proportioned flagship of the 1000i Series, the 1050i is both sonically and aesthetically enhanced by its integral aluminium plinth with ‘top configurable’ floor spikes. Twin 165mm drivers deliver exceptional bass extension and midrange clarity for both music and high energy movies. The overall sonic performance of this outstanding loudspeaker belies its affordable price.
 

STEP 2: Choose Your Centre Speaker

Centre Speaker: 





A centre channel speaker with twin 100mm bass drivers and ferro-fluid high frequency unit to acoustically match and complement any of the 1000i Series. Can be wall mounted by using the 1000CB wall bracket.
Enclosure Type 2-way reflex
Bass Unit (mm) 2x100 Treble Unit (mm) 25
Frequency Response (±3dB) 75Hz - 20kHz
Nominal Impedance (Ù) 6
Minimum Impedance (Ù) 4.7
Sensitivity (2.83v@1m) 89dB
Recommended Amplifier Power 25 - 100W
Crossover Frequency (kHz) 2.8
Effective Volume (litres) 5.2
Cabinet Dimensions (HxDxWmm) 150 x 195 x 425
Weight (Kg per cabinet) 5.5
 

STEP 3: Choose Your Rear Speakers

Rear Speakers: 





Compact Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

This ultra compact bookshelf speaker sets new standards of sonic performance in its class. Suitable for both hi-fi music and home cinema use, it is an ideal match for the 1000Ci centre and 1000Si subwoofer. The 1010i can also be stand or wall mounted, using the dedicated 1000ST stand or 1000WB wall bracket.
 


Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

A medium sized bookshelf design that exudes quality. The beautifully finished, low resonance cabinet ncapsulates the 25mm ferro-fluid cooled tweeter and precision engineered 125mm bass driver to produce a speaker with extended bass, open mid-range and exceptional high frequency clarity. The 1000ST or 1000WB allow the 1020i to be stand or wall mounted.
 


The elegant appearance of this compact, floor-standing loudspeaker is enhanced by an integral aluminium plinth, featuring ‘top configurable’ floor spikes for precise, easy adjustment. The class-
leading sound quality from its long throw, 165mm bass driver and 25mm polyester weave tweeter can be further optimised by adding sand to the special compartment built into the base of the cabinet.
 


Their ‘ultra-wide’ sound-field allows the stylish BMR™ rear speakers to be positioned unobtrusively, close to the floor, or ‘up high’ near the ceiling. The design allows for the speakers to be easily fitted even if skirting board or coving is present. The speakers can also be used free-standing with the supplied support. The intelligent design of the rear speakers means that speaker cable can be routed along the skirting board or coving, especially useful when it is not possible to run cables through walls. (Pair)
 

STEP 4: Choose Your Centre Rear Speaker

Centre Rear Speaker: 





A centre channel speaker with twin 100mm bass drivers and ferro-fluid high frequency unit to acoustically match and complement any of the 1000i Series. Can be wall mounted by using the 1000CB wall bracket. (Single)
Enclosure Type 2-way reflex
Bass Unit (mm) 2x100 Treble Unit (mm) 25
Frequency Response (±3dB) 75Hz - 20kHz
Nominal Impedance (Ù) 6
Minimum Impedance (Ù) 4.7
Sensitivity (2.83v@1m) 89dB
Recommended Amplifier Power 25 - 100W
Crossover Frequency (kHz) 2.8
Effective Volume (litres) 5.2
Cabinet Dimensions (HxDxWmm) 150 x 195 x 425
Weight (Kg per cabinet) 5.5
 


Compact Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

This ultra compact bookshelf speaker sets new standards of sonic performance in its class. Suitable for both hi-fi music and home cinema use, it is an ideal match for the 1000Ci centre and 1000Si subwoofer. The 1010i can also be stand or wall mounted, using the dedicated 1000ST stand or 1000WB wall bracket.
 


Bookshelf/Wall Mount Speaker

A medium sized bookshelf design that exudes quality. The beautifully finished, low resonance cabinet ncapsulates the 25mm ferro-fluid cooled tweeter and precision engineered 125mm bass driver to produce a speaker with extended bass, open mid-range and exceptional high frequency clarity. The 1000ST or 1000WB allow the 1020i to be stand or wall mounted.
 


Their ‘ultra-wide’ sound-field allows the stylish BMR™ rear speakers to be positioned unobtrusively, close to the floor, or ‘up high’ near the ceiling. The design allows for the speakers to be easily fitted even if skirting board or coving is present. The speakers can also be used free-standing with the supplied support. The intelligent design of the rear speakers means that speaker cable can be routed along the skirting board or coving, especially useful when it is not possible to run cables through walls. (Pair)
 

STEP 5: Choose Your Subwoofer

Subwoofer: 





Active Subwoofer

This dynamic, forward firing, active subwoofer boasts a powerful 100 watt amplifier driving a 200mm long throw bass unit. It provides a solid and compelling low frequency performance.

Specifications

Enclosure Type Ported
Bass Unit (mm) 200 (long throw)
Amplifier power (Watts) 100RMS
Crossover Frequency (Hz) 45 - 175 (var)
Cabinet Dimensions (HxDxWmm) 330 x 350 x 320
Weight (Kg) 11.0
 


The extremely powerful 120 watt Q-AV subwoofer delivers absolutely seamless music or movies. But where is it? The ‘living room friendly’ Q-AV subwoofer is available in black or white. Designed to be wall-mounted (but can stand on its supplied feet if required), it looks more like a modern heater or radiator than a subwoofer.

The controls of the recessed Q-AV subwoofer amplifier can be covered with a matching panel and all leads can then be neatly run along the skirting or routed to floor level.A wall mounting bracket is included. The subwoofer can also be used free standing with supplied spike feet.
 


So gorgeous: HTB2 is a subwoofer at this price level that you will want to show off!
Ultra-reliable high efficiency 250W class D amplifier. Plays very loud and clean all day long, if necessary. 250mm (10in.) driver with matching passive bass radiator. This configuration ensures that the surprisingly small enclosure reaches down to give astonishing deep bass, and can deliver both awesome movie effects and subtle musicality, as needed. Flexible positioning. Depending on your space requirement or your visual preference, vertical or horizontal orientation is possible.
Acoustically inert enclosure shaped to eliminate internal standing waves. In a nutshell, no nasty buzzes or rattles when driven hard. SmartBass™ 'connect and go' feature for simplicity of set up.
 


A 150W digital on-board amplifier driving a 200mm (8”) bass driver adds a powerful extra dimension to the 3D sound image. The cabinet’s distinctive soft edged styling is set off by a high gloss black finish. Its compact design allows flexible and unobtrusive positioning in a domestic environment.
Type: Powered subwoofer
Drive Unit: LF drive unit 1 x 200mm 1 x 200mm ABR
Frequency Range: 38Hz-150Hz
Amplifier: 150W built-in class D
Maximum output (SPL): 108dB
Low pass filter: Variable 40Hz – 140Hz, 2nd order
Low level signal inputs: RCA phono sockets
Net Weight: 9.6kg (21.2lbs)
Power Requirements: 100-240V ac ~, 50-60Hz
Dimensions: H x W x D: 293 x 293 x 293 mm
 


The KUBE-2 delivers a well defined and impressive bass that is sure to rock any home theatre.The 200W on-board Class-D amplifier has all the flexibility you need for personalising the output with the same freqency and level adjustments of the KUBE-1 and a ‘bass boost’ control so any personal preference or even specific room conditions can be catered for. The KUBE-2 features a side-firing 250mm long-throw bass driver and a complementing 250mm ABR. Available in black with gloss upper surface.
Drive units - 1x 250mm (10in.) + 1x 250mm (10in.) ABR
Frequency response - 35Hz - 150Hz
Amplifier - 200W built-in Class-D
Maximum output (SPL) - 112dB
Internal volume - 23.0litres Weight - 12.0kg
Dimensions - 335 x 330 x 330 mm (H x W x D)
 

STEP 6: Choose Your Cable Pack

Cable Pack: 


Please choose from the following cable pack options.
You will receive an allowance equivalent to the Audio Pack - Micro 1, increasing to an allowance equivalent to the Audio Pack - Micro 2 for systems in excess of £650



Audio Pack - Micro 1
QED Micro Speaker Cable - 25m
Belkin PureAV Blue Subwoofer Cable - 4.5m

Audio Pack - Micro 2
QED Micro Speaker Cable - 30m
QED One Subwoofer Cable - 6m

Audio Pack - Micro 3
QED Micro Speaker Cable - 30m
Belkin PureAV Blue Subwoofer Cable - 4.5m
Belkin PureAV Blue Coaxial Digital Cable - 0.9m
Belkin PureAV Blue Optical Digital Cable - 0.9m

Audio Visual Pack - Micro
QED Micro Speaker Cable - 30m
Belkin PureAV Blue Subwoofer Cable - 4.5m
Belkin PureAV Blue Coaxial Digital Cable - 0.9m
Belkin PureAV Blue Optical Digital Cable - 0.9m
Belkin PureAV Blue HDMI Digital Cable - 0.9m (2 included)
 

Audio Pack - Original 1
QED Original Speaker Cable - 30m
QED One Subwoofer Cable - 6m

Audio Pack - Original 2
QED Original Speaker Cable - 30m
QED One Subwoofer Cable - 6m
QED One Digital Coaxial Cable - 1.5m
QED One Digital Optical Cable - 1.5m

Audio Visual Pack - Original
QED Original Speaker Cable - 30m
QED One Subwoofer Cable - 6m
QED One Digital Coaxial Cable - 1.5m
QED One Digital Optical Cable - 1.5m
QED One HDMI Digital Cable - 1.5m
 

Audio Pack - Performance 1
QED Silver Anniversary XT Speaker Cable - 10m
QED Original Speaker Cable - 20m
QED Performance P-SW Subwoofer Cable - 3m

Audio Pack - Performance 2
QED Silver Anniversary XT Speaker Cable - 10m
QED Original Speaker Cable - 20m
QED Performance P-SW Subwoofer Cable - 3m
QED Performance Optical Digital Cable - 1m
QED Performance Coaxial Digital Cable - 1m

Audio Visual Pack - Performance 3
QED Silver Anniversary XT Speaker Cable - 10m
QED Original Speaker Cable - 20m
QED Performance P-SW Subwoofer Cable - 3m
QED Performance Optical Digital Cable - 1m
QED Performance Coaxial Digital Cable - 1m
QED Performance HDMI - 1m (2 included)

Audio Visual Pack - Performance 4
QED Silver Anniversary XT Speaker Cable - 30m
QED Performance P-SW Subwoofer Cable - 3m
QED Performance Optical Digital Cable - 1m
QED Performance Coaxial Digital Cable - 1m
QED Performance HDMI - 1m (2 included)