Best Cerwin Vega Bookshelf Speakers

All the products of this brand have some common characteristics. For example, Cerwin Vega cabinets are a bit thin and hollow that is not really great but typical for the average speakers. Regarding the design, the red ring around each speaker is the classic indication of all the models. Besides, the speakers belong to the different series. Each of them drives certain music genres best of all. The manufacturer managed to create audio with high volumes without distortion or breakup that is a rare thing for the desktop compact speakers.

The following best Cerwin Vega bookshelf speakers reviews represent both powered and passive speakers to reveal their specs.

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Cerwin Vega Bookshelf Speakers Reviews

Cerwin Vega CVX-15 – Full-powered Speaker for Large Spaces

This powered model is rather huge (13.5 x 17 x 27 inches) unlike the majority of the bookshelf products. It belongs to the CV Series speaker line that can produce 1500W of clean power and has brand Tour Shield protective coating for the cabinets. The speaker has a built-in amplifier of class D that means it can reach its 100% efficiency because the current and voltage never overlap (current passes through transistor only).

The unit comes with two 3-pin connectors, one TRS pair input, and three XLR outputs to make the wired connection to a digital source or a turntable. The speakers come with Live/Playback EQ to ensure the transducer sounds its best within the speaker cabinet and to make room optimization.

The unit is created with controlled dispersion and provides the fully defined bass. Its smooth highs are clear without too much brightness. The speaker is designed for medium and large spaces – ballrooms, clubs, outdoor venues, rentals, etc.

Cerwin-Vega XLS-6 – Loud Speakers with Deep Bass and Clear Sound

To make the Cerwin Vega audio speakers comparison full, the XLS-6 model is included on the list. It looks not so compact (19 x 11 x 15 inches) and is available only in black. The speakers’ are powerful enough to place them in any room or other space. The unit is very loud and it can be used as a main component of the home entertainment system. When thinking the sound could be better, let the speaker play for near 200+ hours to unleash its full potential.

Its frequency response is decent but not outstanding. The high has no extraneous sound matter but they lack sharpness. Well, at least bass is tight, deep, and low due to a 6.5-inch fiber-impregnated driver. So, there is no need to pair it with a sub. The all the frequencies are balanced and the sound is smooth and natural. The speakers’ dynamic frequency range provides good sound for many music genres, especially for jazz, electronica, vocals, rock, and dance. However, it is not good for the classic music.

Cerwin-Vega SL-5M – Versatile and Compact Passive Speakers

This model is noted for its versatility. It can be installed as the stereo pair, rear speakers for the surround sound or as the home theater mains. Besides, the speaker is compatible with the most of stereo receivers and AVRs due to its 8-ohm impedance. It’s designed with 5.25-inch woofer and a 1-inch soft dome tweeter to produce smooth sound. The bass port is on the rear panel, so, place the speaker at some distance from to connect the speaker to a sub. However, the sub is not necessary because the bass is powerful enough.

The speaker has the dimensions of 7.2 x 6.1 x 10.9 inches and sensitivity of 85 dB only that make it suitable only for the small spaces. The SL-5M can boast the bass reflex design – a closed box with a port to let the air circulate freely in and out of the box. That enhances bass and a bit compensates the speaker’s low sensitivity.