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Gemini SR Series Powered Monitors - DJBooth

Gemini SR Series Powered Monitors

Gemini has been very busy making lots of new and exciting products for DJ's and performers. They are now shipping a brand new line of Powered Monitored Speakers that will be sure to fulfill all of your monitoring needs while coming in at a great price that won't break the bank. The Gemini SR Monitors are available in 5-inch, 6.5-inch and 8-inch versions with a 10-inch powered Subwoofer version to add that extra bass. We're already in the works to get a set for a full HD-Video review, but check inside for more details.

Author:: DJ Blaze
Publish date:: Apr 18, 2012

Gemini has been very busy making lots of new and exciting products for DJ's and performers. They are now shipping a brand new line of Powered Monitored Speakers that will be sure to fulfill all of your monitoring needs while coming in at a great price that won't break the bank. The Gemini SR Monitors are available in 5-inch, 6.5-inch and 8-inch versions with a 10-inch powered Subwoofer version to add that extra bass. They come with RCA, XLR, and TRS connections, volume control, and power indicators.

SR-5

5" Active Studio Reference Monitor

SR-6

6.5" Active Studio Reference Monitor

SR-8

8" Active Studio Reference Monitor

SR-10SUB

10" Active Subwoofer

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