home page my account view cart checkout
featured audio products current specials audio insider forum audio insider blog customer support
Items: 0
Subtotal: $0.00
      
 Arx
 Dana
 Custom Designs
 Slinkylinks
 Swan
 Loudspeakers 
  Swan Active Desktop Sound
  Original Swan Diva
  Swan Diva
  Swan High-End
  Arx
  Custom Designs
  Dana
 Accessories
 Cables 
Swan M10
My swam M10's just came in today. Hooked them up to my macbo ..
5 of 5 Stars!
Shipping & Returns
About Us
Customer Reviews
F.A.Q.'s
Contact Us
Site Map

Swan M10

Swan's compact multimedia system delivers Swan sound for a bargain price. The 2.1-channel M10 features a powerful 5.25" woofer and a pair of matched micro-satellites with genuine 25mm soft dome tweeters. Distinctive styling and clear, transparent sound make the M10 the most popular Swan desktop system.


PRICING:  
Insider Price: $119.00 2.1 set

Swan M10

small HiVi logo badge.jpg

Swan M10 active desktop loudspeaker system

  • 2.1 channel
  • Self-powered
  • True 2-way satellites with 20mm soft dome tweeters
  • Connects to any portable or line-output music source
  • Onboard volume and bass controls
  • Includes 1 meter stereo RCA-to-RCA cable
  • Includes 1 meter 3.5mm phone plug-to-RCA adapter cable

** The M10 is currently out of stock but is scheduled to return approximately Sept 10th for shipment the following week. Pre-orders are being accepted in the site shopping cart - simply order as usual. To place a reservation, please contact us by phone or email. **

Although it's the most compact 2.1 channel Swan desktop system we carry, we hesitate to call the M10 "multimedia" - it's from the design team that made Swans a household name in active desktop loudspeakers and studio monitors.

The M10 system is three matching speakers housed in a sleek, contemporary, desktop package that's internally powered. For convenient hookup, plug the M10 into to any local active source, from portable digital music devices to PC entertainment and gaming systems.

The M10's distinctive look includes polished molded pearl white faces and metal-look cones that resemble the aluminium-magnesium drivers found in the Swan Diva line.

Surprisingly deep bass is provided by a dedicated bass driver set in its own enclosure, and matching midrange drivers grace the pair of coordinating satellite speakers. Real Swan dome tweeters provide audiophile-approved highs to 20kHz.

   

The Swan M10 has matching stereo midrange drivers, and real 20mm dome tweeters deliver excellent highs

The M10's bass module has an illuminated master volume control to indicate power on/off status

Fire up a system anywhere you've got a music source. On-board amplifiers and compact size means the M10's three modules fit nearly any place a big system won't. They'll work with your Mac or OPC, personal player, CD or DVD player, Internet radio, or anything with a line-level signal output.

Join the Swan multimedia family, spin up the digital compilation you just burned this morning, and hear what high-end desktop sound is really all about!

small HiVi logo banner.jpg

small HiVi logo badge.jpg

Swan Active Desktop speaker technology

From the entry-level M10 to the top T200b studio monitor, the Swan name has been associated with top desktop performance, while The Audio Insider is known for providing great sound with Internet-direct value. Every Swan Active Desktop loudspeaker system incorporates the highest grade components, design, and value in their category. Count on Swan for a number of important design features that all add up to a superior listening experience...for less!

Substantial size Acoustical physics simply state that a larger speaker has better efficiency and bass response. Dollar for dollar, Swan Active Desktop speakers are substantial, solid designs - check dimensions and weights to see just how much speaker your money buys.

Tweeters Regardless of price, all multi-way Swan Active Desktop speakers use high performance soft dome tweeters with Neodymium motors. The top T200b employs 28mm Danish-style tweeters with German-made silk domes, while the M200 series models and D1080MkII08 feature 25mm soft fabric tweeters. Even the economical M10 has 20mm soft dome tweeters. Every Swan speaker in the multi-way category shares high frequency treble performance with Swan's home theater speaker offerings.

Midbass / Woofers Excluding the Swan M10 and all fullrange models such as the H2, all Swan Active Desktop loudspeakers use beefy 5.25" woofers -unlike competitors, Swan doesn't use 3", 4", or even 4.5" "woofers" in anything except the very smallest models. Combined with each multi-way model's larger size, you get deep, low-distortion bass, while excellent sensitivity means Swan can employ higher quality, conservatively rated internal amplifiers.

Amplification Swan uses very high quality amplifiers and on-board electronics to deliver the clean, clear, musical sound Swan owners have come to depend on. Swan is constantly refining their electronics sets so many models are in their second or even third generation of electronics sets. See individual product pages in this section for more information and photographs.

Cabinets Most of the models in the Swan Active Desktop class use substantial enclosures weighing much more than anything in their price class. The M200 series are double-side wall construction, while the top T200b uses a mill-cut aluminum baffle overlay on top of polished black lacquer. The M200MkIII even includes milled laminate side planks for a look and value unique in its class.

Exceptional buying power and a fifteen year relationship with Swan gives The Audio Insider an advantage we pass on to our customers every day of the week. We're proud to provide studio monitor-grade Swan products, Internet-direct, to enhance your desktop listening experience.

FEATURES: SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Magnetically shielded 2.1 multimedia system
  • 3" midwoofers
  • 20mm soft dome tweeters
  • 5" woofer module
  • Internally amplified
  • Front panel control
  • 120v / 60Hz only
  • Sculpted pearl white front baffle with black PVC enclosures
  • Includes 1 meter long dual RCA-to-RCA cable
  • Includes 1 meter long 3.5mm phone plug-to-RCA adapter cable
  • Packed and shipped as a set
  • Manufacturer's 1-year warranty included
  • Includes The Audio Insider's 30-day in-home satisfaction guarantee
    • Frequency Response: 42Hz-20kHz
    • Voltage Sensitivity: 600mv
    • Line Voltage & Frequency: 120v / 60Hz
    • Dimensions, woofer unit: 245 x 258 x 172mm
    • Dimensions, woofer unit: 9.7 x 10.2 x 6.8in.
    • Dimensions, satellites: 110 x 100 x 172mm
    • Dimensions, satellites: 4.3 x 4 x 6.8in.
    • System net weight: 5kg; 11lbs

    • small HiVi logo badge.jpg 

      MacFeed Followup on the Swan M10

      MacFeed offers some follow-up thoughts and FAQ’s to their review of the Swan M10. Thanks again, guys!

      "To get to the point, we love the Swan M10s more then we did when we first plugged them in. Age has treated them well and the sound has become richer and deeper as the speakers have fully burned in. Crisp highs are accompanied by deep lows as beauty exits the black tweeters and gold woofers."


      MacFeed Review of the Swan M10

      The M10 earns 5 of 5 stars at MacFeed:

      "Sound is all relative in the end. When reviewing products that deal with the performance of sound, we have to come to a general consensus and with the Swans there was a consensus that we needed no consensus. These things are not perfect, in the world of high-end audio nothing could be – ever. But these things are going to be as close as you are going to ever hear so we are going to give it the label anyway. When we turn the chrome knob on the Swans up we are reminded why we love music so much and reminded how good music can sound. We given the Swans a perfect 5.0/5 rating because they are that good."


      AnandTech highlights the Swan M10

      Major PC/IT technology site AnandTech’s Gary Key shares his thoughts about the sound of Swan on the PC desktop:

      "I have always been a big Swan fan and someone will have to pry the M200MkII from my cold dead hands before I give them up. The new M12 units probably would have been perfect, but knowing my daughter would not really notice the difference I saved some money and bought the Swan M10 setup for just a few dollars more than the Logitech Z-2300. While the Logitech speakers win the battle of the bass, the Swan’s provide just an incredible clarity with superb mids and highs for the money. The soundstage comes across as being larger than it actually is and instrument separation is excellent."


      CUSTOMER REVIEWS: Write Review
      Total Reviews: 6

      by George Ni Date Added: Tuesday July 07, 2009
      Excellent set of speakers. These sound much better than any speakers I've gotten with OEM PC's. They even sounded refreshing, though still not quite as good, when compared to my Sennheiser HD580 Headphones. Vocals sound like honey through these. I highly recommend these as budget speakers without sacrificing much quality...

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]
      by Phyllis Chan Date Added: Tuesday May 12, 2009
      Just got these speakers, they sound great! Very nicely designed and deliver a very nice punch for their size. A little tweaking and it sounds beautiful. Great bass response and nicely defined mids and highs. I am not an audiophile by any means, but thoroughly enjoy these speakers...

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]
      by Sean Stokes Date Added: Saturday May 02, 2009
      My swam M10's just came in today. Hooked them up to my macbook and i must say they are very impressive. I have the sub on my desk, haven't tried to put it on the floor yet (maybe later though). I don't find the sub to be lacking too much like I've read in other reviews. It took kinda a while for my order to be processed but then once shipped they were here in no time (only one day late). The high's and mid's are insane, very crisp and clear and the sub balances the set out. They are very striking to look at, very slick and modern. Overall these speakers kick ass...

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]
      by Will Kim Date Added: Thursday February 05, 2009
      Not only was it fast delivery/well packaged/ but once you hook up the system, AMAZING! If you're tired of those other brands blowing out on you or just completely breaking, these are the speakers for you. I finally decided to invest in some speakers because I was tired of the other brands. These speakers are hands down THE BEST desktop speakers I've ever owned. Ultimately sleek, amaaaazing sound quality, and priced at $109.00, just cant beat it whatsoever. You'd be a fool not to own these...

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]
      by Joshua Lorenz Date Added: Saturday December 06, 2008
      These speakers are awesome! I have them hooked up to my computer, and I couldn't enjoy them more. I like to listen to my music very loud all the time. I've had these for 6 months with no issues and the bass knob is always set at 95%. Swan makes a high quality speaker. The best feature about the Swan M10's is that you can turn the volume up past your personal tollerance, and there is virtually no distortion. My only complaint is that the volume knob is on the sub, which I have to place at my feet due to space issues. I just leave the volume knob at about 20% and adjust the volume from my computer. TIP: I found that the sub rattles a little bit. To remedy this, I carefully opened the sub-box up, and duck-taped the inside of the port tube. At first I was worried that this might cause ventillation issues, but all the electrical components stay perfectly cool. I reccomend this tip to anyone who owns these. It sounds way better!..

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]
      by alex garcia Date Added: Thursday April 17, 2008
      I just received my Swan Active Desktop speakers. Awesome!! I cant believe the value!! They are very crisp clear and defined. The sub is nice and warm. I would recommend that anyone in the market for computer speakers look a these versus the mass produced chain store stuff...

      Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! [5 of 5 Stars!]

      PRICING:  
      MSRP: $149.00 2.1 set
      Insider Price: $119.00 2.1 set

       
      Copyright © 2008 The Audio Insider, LLC. All rights reserved. Web Development by Tsunami PC Productions.