Alcons Audio Launches M-Series Reference Monitor Systems

Dutch audio innovator introduces pro-ribbon monitors for reference applications

October 7, 2025

Press Release

After more than three years of intensive research, development, and real-world evaluation, Alcons Audio proudly announces the official launch of the M-series Reference Monitor Systems — the company’s long-awaited entry into the studio and critical-listening market.

Developed from the ground up for ultimate sonic accuracy and dynamic range, the M-series brings Alcons’ hallmark pro-ribbon clarity and ultra-low distortion to environments requiring absolute reference performance. Applications include immersive sound production, high-end music and film mixing, broadcast control rooms, and live-sound monitoring.

The initial range comprises three models:

• MR5 – micro two-way 5” nearfield/surround monitor

• MR10 – mid-sized three-way 10” near-/midfield monitor

• MR12 – large-format three-way 12” midfield/main monitor

All models share identical mid-/high-frequency transducers, ensuring consistent voicing and seamless imaging in multichannel and immersive setups.

At the core of every M-series system is Alcons’ multiple-patented RBN202 pro-ribbon driver, reproducing mid and high frequencies from 1 kHz up to beyond 20 kHz; covering a much wider range in the critical mid-band than traditional designs. Thanks to its compression-less operating principle and extremely low moving mass, the RBN202 delivers a fully linear response at any level, combining exceptional transient detail with fatigue-free listening — even during extended sessions.

With a 500 W peak power input and a technology-leading efficiency, the 1:15 RMS-to-peak dynamic range enables the RBN202 to deliver a virtually unlimited headroom. Mounted on Alcons’ new HempHorn™ waveguide with patented constant 120° horizontal directivity, it ensures a wide, stable sweet spot and unmatched 3D imaging.

Complementing the pro-ribbon driver are custom-engineered midrange and low-frequency transducers with ActiveCoil™ motor structures for ultra-low distortion, a perfect match with

the MHF pro-ribbon technology. The newly developed ScoopVent™ LF loading design enhances breathing capacity and transient response, maintaining clarity and control even at the lowest octaves.

The M-series is powered and controlled by Alcons’ ALC amplified loudspeaker controllers, featuring VHIR™ phase processing, 192 kHz AES3 digital inputs, and audiophile-grade amplification stages. The remote-amplified architecture eliminates local heat build-up and electronics behind screens or within baffle walls, ensuring centralized, reliable system operation and maximum performance consistency.

Philip “Dr. Phil” de Haan, Head of Alcons R&D, comments: “Although we’ve always engineered our systems with a Hi-Fi approach, we took every element of the M-series back to first principles — cabinet construction, damping, venting, filtering, even internal cabling and amplifier topology — all were re-evaluated for absolute transparency.”

Tom Back, co-founder of Alcons Audio, adds: “Entering a new market demands a product that truly sets a benchmark. With the M-series, we’ve bridged the gap between reference monitoring and high-output sound reinforcement — all built on the same proprietary transducer, amplification and processing foundation.”

With the M-series, Alcons Audio now offers a single, scalable cross-application reference from recording and mastering through to even the largest-scale live playback.

One reference. One experience.

The official North American introduction will take place in Los Angeles, at One On One Recording studios, Thursday 16 and Friday 17th of October.

The official European introduction will take place during the Amsterdam Dance Event at the STMPD studios, Tuesday 21 to Friday 24th of October.

More information on www.studiomonitor.info