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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

@ericanderson7059

2 ай бұрын

Chewbacca lives !

@danieljohnson6370

2 ай бұрын

This!! 😇

@ZReviews

2 ай бұрын

@@ericanderson7059 inside us all.

@user-wu2pg5zh2r

Ай бұрын

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 KZread 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.

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.

@dzltron

2 ай бұрын

What's the mod?

@echtogammut

2 ай бұрын

@@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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

@StrangeBrewReviews

2 ай бұрын

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 got the Neumi BS5's for my desk based on your review back in the day and they are still rocking.

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.

So fucking cool. Want some for my garage. Edit* Just bought a pair.

@georgeczs

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, zeos can do that. My pair for my garage is on the way too :-)

@ericanderson7059

2 ай бұрын

How are you liking them ?

@georgeczs

2 ай бұрын

@@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...

@thomasfox8027

Ай бұрын

@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

The monstruous cables coming out of those tiny speakers asses looks amazing!

You never fail to put a smile on my face!

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

Amazing! Thx for this information 👍

Just ordered on Sunday morning. So they are still in stock 22 hours after Zeos posted his review. Thanks Mr. Z

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@meikgeik

2 ай бұрын

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.

@ZReviews

2 ай бұрын

@@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.

@darwinbalares570

2 ай бұрын

How about the Fosi ZA3?

How did you know I was in the market for an affordable speaker? The timing of this video is impeccable.

@CHONKU5

2 ай бұрын

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

you sir are a good salesman I ordered these speakers after watching this review

still rocking the mb42 non x in my kitchen. Works fine in a noisy environment

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

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

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?

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 ?

Some of the best content on yt Sorry about your cat bro, I remember seeing him in all your OG videos.

Wow. Even with KZread 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.

Alright, you've convinced me, I'll buy these

Rest well little one gods speed chewy

@Zeos - Dude. Time for a Mad Science Hour featuring the 2024 version of the Z-Boom Box. This needs to happen.

10/10 absolutely love how he kept ending up on an Evangelion soundtrack

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?

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

I would use that top groove to help "aim" the speaker for toe-in.

I have a set of Micca COVO-S doing surround duty in my 5.1 setup. Got em on brackets hanging from my ceiling. I'm mostly happy with them but when I got the volume way up and i'm playing a game where a lot of dialog comes out the back channels the little COVO-S can't keep up with my HTD Level 3s front speakers. Would these be a good upgrade? Figure I can mount a 1/4 tripod socket on em and hang em about the same I did the COVO-S

Bought mine dew days ago! First passive speakers. I will pair them with the Fosi Audio TB10D. Hopefully sound good!

Would these be an upgrade from the Rokit 5 g4 for playing music from turntable in terms of sound quality regardless of the difference between active vs passive?

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.

Zeos, how do they compare to the Swans OS-10 HiFi Stereo Speakers?

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

what goes from your PC to the amp? curious as i would love to duplicate this setup.

Is there a subwoofer you'd recommend? Ideally, a cheap-er one?

Part 2 Zeos builds a budget 5.1 setup using 5 of these cheap receiver and sub

Ok so im new to this, i recently got a Klipsch 2.1 THX and i was thinking to upgrade to Pro Media Heritage and stay there, is this setup better than heritage?

thanks Zeos

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.

does anyone know that song on 17:15, he said its from oz but cant find anything

I need to hear a pair of these. Micca is the goat

So Zeos... What do You think, this speakers + fosi audio BT20A PRO or Fosi V3 Yes or not🤔

Where can we find a good quality file for the last song? 😍

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.

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?

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.

What about the RB42 Reference model? Looks like they have a different woofer cone.

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.

sorry chewy passed away, loved her in your videos. this was the first video I learned about her well being. My condolences.

Anyone know the name of the live piece recording playing 27:36-28:51? Chewy to eternity!

Im in on these , btw Sennheiser 620s 's are on the horizon any early thoughts ?

With how the binding post are oriented and where the port is placed I’m pretty sure twitter down is the standard orientation.

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

any idea when they are going to be back in the stock at amazon?

Smart to filter low frequencies from these. That lowers distortion and allows you to play them louder. Bargain!

What camera do you use now?

holy moly

Ok, i feel like we need a ranking or Micca speakers like this or OoO's?

How do these compare to the edifier p17?

wonder how these would go with a Fosi za3? Currently torn between the t1encore plus or a passive setup

@FrostyyFlakes

Ай бұрын

they work nicely with za3. thats what im currently running with them, and its plenty of power for my desktop setup, loud clean quality, plus also za3 allows you run an active subwoofer if youd like which is a nice upgrade

Are these good for mixing or is it not flat?

When you say best small speaker as in better than HS3 ?

I wonder how these compete with the edifier MR4

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

Chifi is crushing the game! Micca for the win.

What’s better these or neumi bs5?

I have these, and they’re amazing. With a turntable and a vintage superscope receiver. #yesplease

These are sold out. Is there another best bang for your buck speaker you’d recommend? I’m new to the home theater speakers and I’m trying to build me a surround sound system.

@ZReviews

Ай бұрын

See if the RB42 is available, Same company.

What amp for your boom box?

Can i use them for surround speakers? :D

Buchardt sub10 flexing in the background 🤤

RIP Chewbacca

Can i power these with a zen dac?

Better than Edifier MR4?

sadly we dont have those in europe. how can i get them? Or what do i buy instead for the same budget?

@ricksmith7659

2 ай бұрын

I assume you don't know anyone in the U.S.? If so they could send them to you.

Vs kali lp unf ?

how does this square up against the swans tho

Sweet memories😊

Awwww Chewbacca is gone? RIP little one.

i got Micca MB42x cuz of you

Zeos important!!! does the plate on the back say MB42X G2 or MB42X?

@ZReviews

Ай бұрын

I do not recall. You can tell if it has the groove cut into it.

13:50 Wuts the name of the test sound

And what about Swans OS-10?

ugh fine ill buy these... lol funny enough I was actually looking for simple replacements for my office, these should work out perfectly

The legendary "F You Philips".... Always in our hearts.

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...

Damn, these are sold out already. Crazy how fast this stuff goes once it gets reviewed!

If you use with sub good without mo bass

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.

@electronash

2 ай бұрын

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.