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Sad I don't watch enough to be up to date plus he has so much content sometimes I think I'm watching something new but it's 5 years old. Why RUclips does that is beyond me. Anyways, they go way too soon. Mine just turned 12 and he feels like 4. Way Way too fast and you never know if you'll get a good personality out of the next should you choose to get another.
Still run my micca mb42x's on my smsl ad18 and my philips shp 9500s since you reviewed them. They still sound amazeballs for what I paid. Thank you, zeos, for your great content!
My pair just arrived and the MB42X G2's are great for 100 and are more laid back open sounding than the rb42 but the mb42x g2's are missing that midrange forwardness and "depth" in vocals that rb42s have especially with a HPF. I’d lean towards the powered swan OS-10's especially if you don't already have an amplifier, its 150 compared to the mb42x g2’s but OS-10's are much louder and a bit "spicier". After trying all 3 the Rb42 are my pick, hope this helped someone. Using a sub and RSL IA255.1 Amp with (90hz HPF). I listen Near field on a "deeper" desk.
I have around 20K+ in home theater speakers in the theater and the modded Micca MB42x's are still setup in the living room, for TV viewing, atop stands that cost more than double what they did. It's good to see Micca is still churning out amazing products, regardless of price.
it is so cool that you can get this Quality at such an affordable price. There's no reason everyone shouldn't be able to listen to really good sound. Turn your friends on to good sound! Improve their life!!! : ) Go Z!
@@ericanderson7059 mine pair is very good, for that small speaker they sound absoulutely gourgeous. I forget myself in music right away. Next one song effect is there. With subwoofer they CAN be used for média... First video im listening is this review again :-D...
Wouldn't sound the same...these are sort of based on the classic realistic minimus 7...minimal crossover and the small size let's you make the box inert to resonant frequencys cheap. Like a brick.
I had a hundred bucks to throw away, so I ended up ordering these without expecting a whole hell of lot. They're unreal, especially considering how small they are -- and cheap! Maybe I'm just partial to rear-ported speakers, but if I had to choose between these or the larger, more expensive Elac Debut B6.2s, for example, I'd actually choose these.
Interesting. I have two sets of Micca MB42x speakers I bought years ago. I don't use them very often anymore, but every time I do, I am still impressed by how awesome they sound when set up right. They sound better than some speakers that cost MUCH More than they did. If these new ones are even better, they should be fantastic for a lover of audio on a budget.
Ordered. This video was a perfect recommendation on my homepage. These speakers are the #2 best seller in bookshelf speakers on Amazon for only $100. It’s a steal. This’ll be my first speaker purchase so I bought the Fosi Audio BT20A AMP that’s a #2 best seller on Amazon for $48 (with the current 40% off coupon on Amazon). What an amazing money-saving combo. It’s exactly what I needed. Nearly gave up on quality speakers because they’re quite the investment. Can’t wait!
Been rolling with the MB42X ever since you recommended them years ago with the Micca Origain and FX audio 6. Will finally be upgrading the dac and amp after 7 years
Listening to the review through a pair of Micca mb42x-c in vertical orientation. The mb42x-g2 sounded great through their older cousins. I really hope Micca releases a g2 version of the center speaker so I can try a pair of those.
I have a pair of Pyle PSMSP6’s that look very similar to these. I feel that with Micca using a smaller mid-speaker they can encapsulate more up the higher frequencies a larger one would miss out on. I have even considered getting smaller bookshelves for this reason
Make video with the cheapest setup possible, cheap amp, maybe cheap DAC and these speakers and switch between cheap and expensive setup so all your claims on these speakers shine
If you are using a subwoofer, these little speakers have a big advantage with soundstage and imaging. The closer acoustic centers and light weight of the 4 inch driver and the smaller tweeter. The voice coils on these little speakers are probably going to get pretty hot with loud music after a while unless you are doing bass management. So yeah, these little speakers on a receiver with a sub would be a really decent system.
I agree with you! I've also been a Micca fan for some time. The original MB-42xs were a bit bright, the RB-42s are a bit warm. These are excellent! I have the RBs, but I like these better. Incredible that Micca can make a $99 speaker that is this good. And yes, I want Micca to make larger speakers.
AMPLIFIERS YOU CAN USE WITH THESE.. Fosi V3 -- amzn.to/4dmZbet Aiyima A07 -- amzn.to/3Qur5eR Loxjie A30 -- amzn.to/35nsCeA I like Micca Speaker Cables amzn.to/3UIlDaK but whatever floats your boat. OPTIONS.. amzn.to/4bokHhb Source your amp, plug these in, and you are good to go!
Wow. Even with RUclips compression, as soon as they kicked in at the 7:48 mark I was like, "Whoa..." You can just tell there's something special going on with those, and it comes right through with the sound in this video. I'm sure the in-room soundstage and imaging sounds incredible.
I'm still using a set of the cheapest micca speakers you recommended on reddit ~8 years ago as my PC speakers with some $20 amazon amp you recommended back then. Maybe it's time for an upgrade...
Zeos you should consider reviewing the B&W M1's. After trying many different speakers on my desks, the B&W M1s are by far my favorite. They are all aluminum and have a tiny foot print. They were pricey at $300each but well worth it. I have them paired with a 12" subwoofer setup I designed and built.
got a pair for 75$. haven't bought an audio product in two years, but instantly knew where to come when i got the living space for speakers. Keep it real u glorious weeb
Interested to see how these compare to the JBL 306P MKII. Probably will grab a pair just to side by side. 305Ps may be the more fair comparison though.
just ordered these speakers with a SMSL SU-1DAC, Fosi audio V3amp with the 48V PSU. hope itll be good for my desk setup in my room! this is my first speaker setup thanks
@@celebiemre_ i love them! i havent really experienced too many other studio speakers to compare them too, but these are great and sound far better then anything ive ever listened to or had. works great for what i use them for, which is just internet surfing, videos, youtube, livestreams, music. my main audio system for my PC setup
Haha! I still enjoy my mb42x's you helped me pick out and I often think about that portable setup you created, I call DIBS on it if you give it away. 😏
If I had to guess, the pointed dust cap probably helps with time alignment of the drivers, much the way some of them tilt the speakers back a little bit. I dont neeeeed these speakers but theyre so cheap its like, why the hell not? Edit: the aiyima amp is only 300 watts at 4 ohms with the 48V power supply which makes it over 100 bucks. Still a good deal though.
I've got a pair of Polk Audio TSi100's for similar reasons; cheap sleepers that sound good, mainly for listening to classical and 1960-1990 vinyl with a cheap little shitty polk sub that probably belongs in the trash (PSW 10) and they've been amazing. I got probably the last pair of Heco Aurora 300's available in the US, because they were the darling of the budget audio reviewers but was was disappointed and sent them back; I think I prefer an extremely neutral sound. Any thoughts on how these Miccas compare for cheap, good speakers?
I will add...one thing I DON'T like about the RB is that it doesn't handle volume well, the woofer tends to hit it's limits way too early. These will play considerably louder than the RBs and handle it in stride.
Z! Thanks! I ordered these right after I watched the video. I am building a turn table setup for my wife and kid. I ordered some nice techniques. What receiver and sub should I get to pair with these? Any suggestions would be nice. I am obviously not trying to break the bank. lol
Just a slight correction - I don't think the G2's exist as a non-X model. ie. The full model number for the new speakers is: MB42X G2. (and apparently no hyphen.) I'm just about to buy them. lol I'll probably sell my small PSB speakers. They are quite good overall, but always had a weird "dip" in the response.
...and i can't frickin' order those things in Germany. Same with the RB42... Murrica only. I am sad now. And yes of course it is a great review. I WANT THEM! :D
But are they any good powered with a cheap AVR? No one with your equipment is going to run $99 a pair speakers. I think you should provide "And this is how they are on an AVR" for most of your speakers as that's how most will run.
Thanks for this review, as I am on a budget and value for money is really important to me, but I still want great sound. How do you think these would compare to Polk ES15's?
Was looking at the RB42's recently, but realized i know nothing of amplifiers for them, I'm sure z has given many opinions but for the $99 pricepoint what makes sense for them.
Great video, thank you. Do you (or anyone who owns these speakers) think I can get by with these with no Sub in a fairly average bedroom without playing them very loud ? I just wanna watch some tv shows and listen to some mostly acoustic music - jazz, etc and I'm not really a bass head so I think there's a chance these could do... Thx.
I dont really mind separate drivers when u consider low frequencies dont need pin point positioning like high frequency tweeters do. Im not the one with youtube channel tho lol
What’s Z think about the KRK speakers everyone has with the yellow driver?? I have 2 for my desktop computer, I always wonder what his critiques would be. You think these Micca speakers sound better?
Looking to upgrade my left and right speakers for my home theater. I currently have def tech 1000pms and looking into upgrading to the pioneer bs22s , Sony sscs5s and maybe some miccas. Small living room space what do you think is best ?
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I didnt know Chewbacca passed, I know its very late but I'm sorry for your loss, she was a true OG, and will be missed by many♥️
RIP Chewbacca
Chewbacca lives !
This!! 😇
@@ericanderson7059 inside us all.
Sad I don't watch enough to be up to date plus he has so much content sometimes I think I'm watching something new but it's 5 years old. Why RUclips does that is beyond me. Anyways, they go way too soon. Mine just turned 12 and he feels like 4. Way Way too fast and you never know if you'll get a good personality out of the next should you choose to get another.
Still run my micca mb42x's on my smsl ad18 and my philips shp 9500s since you reviewed them. They still sound amazeballs for what I paid. Thank you, zeos, for your great content!
My pair just arrived and the MB42X G2's are great for 100 and are more laid back open sounding than the rb42 but the mb42x g2's are missing that midrange forwardness and "depth" in vocals that rb42s have especially with a HPF. I’d lean towards the powered swan OS-10's especially if you don't already have an amplifier, its 150 compared to the mb42x g2’s but OS-10's are much louder and a bit "spicier". After trying all 3 the Rb42 are my pick, hope this helped someone. Using a sub and RSL IA255.1 Amp with (90hz HPF). I listen Near field on a "deeper" desk.
Even on crappy you tube audio, they seem to have a presence and an openness, immediacy and clarity.
Can only imagine what they sound like in person.
I have around 20K+ in home theater speakers in the theater and the modded Micca MB42x's are still setup in the living room, for TV viewing, atop stands that cost more than double what they did. It's good to see Micca is still churning out amazing products, regardless of price.
What's the mod?
@@dzltron I 'upgraded' the crossover. There was a guide to this in forums many years back. I don't know if I ever noticed a difference.
it is so cool that you can get this Quality at such an affordable price. There's no reason everyone shouldn't
be able to listen to really good sound. Turn your friends on to good sound! Improve their life!!! : ) Go Z!
So fucking cool. Want some for my garage.
Edit* Just bought a pair.
Yeah, zeos can do that. My pair for my garage is on the way too :-)
How are you liking them ?
@@ericanderson7059 mine pair is very good, for that small speaker they sound absoulutely gourgeous. I forget myself in music right away. Next one song effect is there. With subwoofer they CAN be used for média... First video im listening is this review again :-D...
@ericanderson7059 I love them, man! Have them paired up with a Klipsch sub and my garage sounds better than it has a right to. Hahaha
Man, my first Z video and recommendation was the MB42s. Crazy to see it come full circle!
They should make a larger tower version with 6.5" woofers. Sell it for $300 a pair.
Wouldn't sound the same...these are sort of based on the classic realistic minimus 7...minimal crossover and the small size let's you make the box inert to resonant frequencys cheap. Like a brick.
@StrangeBrewReviews Let's? It's lets*.
I had a hundred bucks to throw away, so I ended up ordering these without expecting a whole hell of lot. They're unreal, especially considering how small they are -- and cheap! Maybe I'm just partial to rear-ported speakers, but if I had to choose between these or the larger, more expensive Elac Debut B6.2s, for example, I'd actually choose these.
Interesting. I have two sets of Micca MB42x speakers I bought years ago. I don't use them very often anymore, but every time I do, I am still impressed by how awesome they sound when set up right. They sound better than some speakers that cost MUCH More than they did. If these new ones are even better, they should be fantastic for a lover of audio on a budget.
would you believe I JUST bought MB42 like 2 weeks ago. luckily Amazon sent me 2 sets for some reason and I returned one so I got mine for free :P
The monstruous cables coming out of those tiny speakers asses looks amazing!
Part 2 Zeos builds a budget 5.1 setup using 5 of these cheap receiver and sub
How did you know I was in the market for an affordable speaker? The timing of this video is impeccable.
Ordered. This video was a perfect recommendation on my homepage. These speakers are the #2 best seller in bookshelf speakers on Amazon for only $100. It’s a steal.
This’ll be my first speaker purchase so I bought the Fosi Audio BT20A AMP that’s a #2 best seller on Amazon for $48 (with the current 40% off coupon on Amazon).
What an amazing money-saving combo. It’s exactly what I needed. Nearly gave up on quality speakers because they’re quite the investment.
Can’t wait!
Been rolling with the MB42X ever since you recommended them years ago with the Micca Origain and FX audio 6. Will finally be upgrading the dac and amp after 7 years
Rest well little one gods speed chewy
Watching your videos is like comfort food. No matter how long you go without eating it. Every time you taste it, it feels like home
Just ordered on Sunday morning. So they are still in stock 22 hours after Zeos posted his review. Thanks Mr. Z
I got the Neumi BS5's for my desk based on your review back in the day and they are still rocking.
sorry chewy passed away, loved her in your videos. this was the first video I learned about her well being. My condolences.
Some of the best content on yt
Sorry about your cat bro, I remember seeing him in all your OG videos.
Listening to the review through a pair of Micca mb42x-c in vertical orientation. The mb42x-g2 sounded great through their older cousins. I really hope Micca releases a g2 version of the center speaker so I can try a pair of those.
@Zeos - Dude. Time for a Mad Science Hour featuring the 2024 version of the Z-Boom Box. This needs to happen.
I have a pair of Pyle PSMSP6’s that look very similar to these. I feel that with Micca using a smaller mid-speaker they can encapsulate more up the higher frequencies a larger one would miss out on. I have even considered getting smaller bookshelves for this reason
Smart to filter low frequencies from these. That lowers distortion and allows you to play them louder. Bargain!
Make video with the cheapest setup possible, cheap amp, maybe cheap DAC and these speakers and switch between cheap and expensive setup so all your claims on these speakers shine
10/10 absolutely love how he kept ending up on an Evangelion soundtrack
If you are using a subwoofer, these little speakers have a big advantage with soundstage and imaging. The closer acoustic centers and light weight of the 4 inch driver and the smaller tweeter.
The voice coils on these little speakers are probably going to get pretty hot with loud music after a while unless you are doing bass management. So yeah, these little speakers on a receiver with a sub would be a really decent system.
I agree with you! I've also been a Micca fan for some time. The original MB-42xs were a bit bright, the RB-42s are a bit warm. These are excellent! I have the RBs, but I like these better. Incredible that Micca can make a $99 speaker that is this good. And yes, I want Micca to make larger speakers.
AMPLIFIERS YOU CAN USE WITH THESE..
Fosi V3 -- amzn.to/4dmZbet
Aiyima A07 -- amzn.to/3Qur5eR
Loxjie A30 -- amzn.to/35nsCeA
I like Micca Speaker Cables amzn.to/3UIlDaK but whatever floats your boat. OPTIONS.. amzn.to/4bokHhb
Source your amp, plug these in, and you are good to go!
All of the "Options" cables are no longer available in case you care. Not a concern for me, but I figured you might be using affiliate links.
@@meikgeik Its just a brand I like. I saw that they are all gone which sucks. They were great quality and cheap. Micca Cables it is.
How about the Fosi ZA3?
Wow. Even with RUclips compression, as soon as they kicked in at the 7:48 mark I was like, "Whoa..." You can just tell there's something special going on with those, and it comes right through with the sound in this video. I'm sure the in-room soundstage and imaging sounds incredible.
I'm still using a set of the cheapest micca speakers you recommended on reddit ~8 years ago as my PC speakers with some $20 amazon amp you recommended back then. Maybe it's time for an upgrade...
Zeos you should consider reviewing the B&W M1's. After trying many different speakers on my desks, the B&W M1s are by far my favorite. They are all aluminum and have a tiny foot print. They were pricey at $300each but well worth it. I have them paired with a 12" subwoofer setup I designed and built.
got a pair for 75$. haven't bought an audio product in two years, but instantly knew where to come when i got the living space for speakers. Keep it real u glorious weeb
I would use that top groove to help "aim" the speaker for toe-in.
You need to get your hands on some m&k sound or kresil sound speakers, they are the best speakers and subwoofers I have heard and owned.
Chifi is crushing the game! Micca for the win.
Alright, you've convinced me, I'll buy these
Interested to see how these compare to the JBL 306P MKII. Probably will grab a pair just to side by side. 305Ps may be the more fair comparison though.
RIP Chewbacca
Awwww Chewbacca is gone? RIP little one.
you sir are a good salesman
I ordered these speakers after watching this review
Bought mine dew days ago! First passive speakers. I will pair them with the Fosi Audio TB10D. Hopefully sound good!
I just bought the original mb42 for $26 they sound excellent.
I agree they need to make bigger speakers.
Zeos, how do they compare to the Swans OS-10 HiFi Stereo Speakers?
The legendary "F You Philips".... Always in our hearts.
just ordered these speakers with a SMSL SU-1DAC, Fosi audio V3amp with the 48V PSU. hope itll be good for my desk setup in my room! this is my first speaker setup thanks
How do you like it?
@@celebiemre_ i love them! i havent really experienced too many other studio speakers to compare them too, but these are great and sound far better then anything ive ever listened to or had. works great for what i use them for, which is just internet surfing, videos, youtube, livestreams, music. my main audio system for my PC setup
@@FrostyyFlakes nice, thank you
Haha! I still enjoy my mb42x's you helped me pick out and I often think about that portable setup you created, I call DIBS on it if you give it away. 😏
still rocking the mb42 non x in my kitchen. Works fine in a noisy environment
You never fail to put a smile on my face!
ugh fine ill buy these... lol
funny enough I was actually looking for simple replacements for my office, these should work out perfectly
If I had to guess, the pointed dust cap probably helps with time alignment of the drivers, much the way some of them tilt the speakers back a little bit. I dont neeeeed these speakers but theyre so cheap its like, why the hell not?
Edit: the aiyima amp is only 300 watts at 4 ohms with the 48V power supply which makes it over 100 bucks. Still a good deal though.
I've got a pair of Polk Audio TSi100's for similar reasons; cheap sleepers that sound good, mainly for listening to classical and 1960-1990 vinyl with a cheap little shitty polk sub that probably belongs in the trash (PSW 10) and they've been amazing. I got probably the last pair of Heco Aurora 300's available in the US, because they were the darling of the budget audio reviewers but was was disappointed and sent them back; I think I prefer an extremely neutral sound. Any thoughts on how these Miccas compare for cheap, good speakers?
holy moly
I will add...one thing I DON'T like about the RB is that it doesn't handle volume well, the woofer tends to hit it's limits way too early. These will play considerably louder than the RBs and handle it in stride.
I have these, and they’re amazing. With a turntable and a vintage superscope receiver. #yesplease
Damn, these are sold out already. Crazy how fast this stuff goes once it gets reviewed!
Says he has to wait 45 seconds *waits 39*. Based
I need to hear a pair of these. Micca is the goat
Z! Thanks! I ordered these right after I watched the video. I am building a turn table setup for my wife and kid. I ordered some nice techniques. What receiver and sub should I get to pair with these? Any suggestions would be nice. I am obviously not trying to break the bank. lol
the nose-cam is giving me vertigo.
With how the binding post are oriented and where the port is placed I’m pretty sure twitter down is the standard orientation.
Just a slight correction - I don't think the G2's exist as a non-X model.
ie. The full model number for the new speakers is: MB42X G2.
(and apparently no hyphen.)
I'm just about to buy them. lol
I'll probably sell my small PSB speakers. They are quite good overall, but always had a weird "dip" in the response.
FYI, the G2's aren't available on Amazon UK.
But I was able to buy them via Amazon US, and shipping was only around $23.
Missed a great chance to show a countdown clock starting at 00:45 in the lower right corner.
Zeos: You we’re right I ordered this, now out of stock.
Buchardt sub10 flexing in the background 🤤
Amazing! Thx for this information 👍
Amazon doesn’t even have them anymore, do not know where else to find them.
For sale right now on Amazon
The mb42 has a single capacitor on the tweeter. I know that Z knows that but it’s some kind of crossover.
thanks Zeos
Suppose these would a cheap option for atmos for a PSA bed layer? They’re already at -12db in the levels, these would probably well above 0. 😂
Is there a subwoofer you'd recommend? Ideally, a cheap-er one?
...and i can't frickin' order those things in Germany.
Same with the RB42... Murrica only. I am sad now.
And yes of course it is a great review. I WANT THEM! :D
Here in the philippines, these cost over $300.
BACK IN STOCK!!!!
But are they any good powered with a cheap AVR? No one with your equipment is going to run $99 a pair speakers. I think you should provide "And this is how they are on an AVR" for most of your speakers as that's how most will run.
i got Micca MB42x cuz of you
For $100, dropping them into the cart. Now I gotta find an amp.
since they only go down so far and kali sub is not variable crossover you’d have big dip in low end maybe aye.
Thanks for this review, as I am on a budget and value for money is really important to me, but I still want great sound. How do you think these would compare to Polk ES15's?
I own 3 pairs of g2
They are amazing.
Set them up 80hz. You will be amazed
Was looking at the RB42's recently, but realized i know nothing of amplifiers for them, I'm sure z has given many opinions but for the $99 pricepoint what makes sense for them.
The RSL amp should be fine.
Great video, thank you. Do you (or anyone who owns these speakers) think I can get by with these with no Sub in a fairly average bedroom without playing them very loud ?
I just wanna watch some tv shows and listen to some mostly acoustic music - jazz, etc and I'm not really a bass head so I think there's a chance these could do... Thx.
I dont really mind separate drivers when u consider low frequencies dont need pin point positioning like high frequency tweeters do. Im not the one with youtube channel tho lol
Anyone know the name of the live piece recording playing 27:36-28:51?
Chewy to eternity!
So for a 5.1 system, would you buy four of these and get something else for the center channel or buy a fifth G2?
Sweet memories😊
Where can we find a good quality file for the last song? 😍
I'll buy these new G2's thanks to you. You are hard to ignore because of your knowledge and compassion to excellent audio.
Vs kali lp unf ?
Ill buy the zboom!
Aw they're adorable. Did those come in a Poke ball?
Ok, i feel like we need a ranking or Micca speakers like this or OoO's?
Zeos: What speaker cables are these?
What about the RB42 Reference model? Looks like they have a different woofer cone.
What’s Z think about the KRK speakers everyone has with the yellow driver?? I have 2 for my desktop computer, I always wonder what his critiques would be. You think these Micca speakers sound better?
Looking to upgrade my left and right speakers for my home theater. I currently have def tech 1000pms and looking into upgrading to the pioneer bs22s , Sony sscs5s and maybe some miccas. Small living room space what do you think is best ?