Description
Key Features
The SCM10-2 is a genuine active design rather than a passive speaker with an outboard amplifier bolted on: each cabinet houses ATC’s proprietary twin-channel amplifier with Grounded Source output stages and its own power supply, delivering a combined 250 watts and capable of playing up to 105dB with what ATC describe as impressive bass performance for the cabinet size. The two amplifier channels are asymmetric and purpose-matched to their drivers: the tweeter is driven by a 50-watt RMS amplifier while the mid/bass driver receives 200 watts RMS, with a fourth-order Linkwitz-Riley electronic crossover operating at 2.8kHz that also provides time, or phase, alignment between the two drivers. Frequencies above the crossover point are handled by a Class A amplifier feeding the tweeter, while a Class AB amplifier below the crossover drives the mid/woofer.
The mid/bass driver is a 5″ unit built around what reviewers have described as an unusually substantial motor structure for its size, contributing to low distortion and strong output for a driver of this diameter, paired with a 1″ soft dome tweeter. The cabinet itself is a rigid, non-resonant enclosure in a front-to-back tapered shape, faced with a black perforated metal grille, while the rear panel is formed from an aluminium extrusion that doubles as a heatsink for the power amplifier’s output stage. Connection is via a single balanced XLR input per cabinet, making these monitors intended for a professional or semi-professional signal chain such as a studio interface, mixing desk, or preamp with balanced outputs, rather than for direct connection to a conventional hi-fi amplifier.
Because each cabinet is self-contained, the SCM10-2 pair offers a genuinely plug-in-and-go route to studio-grade monitoring or a high-resolution nearfield hi-fi system, without the additional cost, box count, or cabling of a separate power amplifier.
Technical Specifications
- Type: 2-way active/powered studio monitor
- Tweeter: 25mm (1″) soft dome
- Mid/Bass driver: 125mm (5″)
- Amplifier Output: 50W RMS (HF, Class A) / 200W RMS (Mid/LF, Class AB) — 250W total per cabinet
- Crossover: 2.8kHz, 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley with time/phase alignment
- Cut-off Frequencies (-6dB, free-standing): 45Hz–22kHz
- Amplitude Linearity (±2dB): 70Hz–17kHz
- Max. Continuous SPL (1m): 105dB
- Dispersion: ±80° horizontal, ±10° vertical (coherent)
- Input: Balanced XLR, 1V sensitivity, >10kΩ input impedance
- Overload Protection: Active momentary gain reduction on both amplifiers
- Power Requirements: 100/115/230V (factory set), 50/60Hz
- Dimensions: 11.5″ (H) x 9″ (W) x 12.25″ (D) approx.
- Weight: approximately 16kg (35lb) each
- Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Why Buy From Us
With over 40 years of experience in the Hi-Fi industry, we are well placed to assess and test equipment of this type. Every item we list is fully inspected and tested before sale — this pair was checked by Andrew in our workshop.
When you buy from us you can expect:
- Full inspection and testing prior to listing — not simply a visual check
- A 3-month guarantee on every item we sell
- Transparent descriptions with no omissions
- Professional packaging to ensure safe delivery
- After-sales support available by phone or email should you have any questions
Summary
This is a matched pair of ATC SCM10-2 active studio monitors, a genuinely self-powered design from one of Britain’s most respected professional loudspeaker manufacturers. With built-in bi-amplification and a substantial mid/bass driver for their size, they offer a direct route to serious nearfield monitoring for anyone with a balanced source. Some cosmetic marks are present, consistent with previous studio or professional use. This is a matched pair listed as a single lot. Please feel free to get in touch with any questions prior to purchase.
