




PSB Alpha P3 Compact Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
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PSB Alpha P3 Compact Bookshelf Speaker
All NEW Alpha Series models employ a ¾” (19mm) black anodized aluminum dome tweeter that extends the high-frequency response beyond the Alpha’s original measurements and minimizes distortion for a rich, balanced listening experience. A waveguide on the front of the tweeter works to perfect on and off-axis performance while smoothing the response for improved resolution and detail. The ferrofluid cooled tweeter on the P3 has also been precision engineered to sit below the woofer to provide precise stereo imaging at any height.
Powerful woofer with dual layer voice coils
At the heart of every good speaker is a great woofer that produces low distortion and high output levels. With the NEW Alpha Series, the 4” (102mm) woofer employs dual layer voice coils with a very powerful magnet structure and a cone that is made from a special textured polypropylene compound that prevents breakup. With bass reflex loaded through Paul’s original port tube design from the ’70s, the woofer adds back wave energy to extend the bass response and improve efficiency down to 43Hz.
Custom-built and perfected
The Alpha Series’ NEW crossover wasn’t custom designed to simply just direct low and high frequencies to the woofer and tweeter. It was re-engineered to control the directivity and flatten the frequency response while utilizing an unusually complex Acoustic Linkwitz-Riley filter design that is designed to get a perfect blend between the drivers and keep distortion at its lowest even at high volumes.
Unique modular cabinet design
The P3 has a unique combination of wall thickness and bracing to control resonances and provide a perfect platform for the driver components. The P3 cabinet’s internal damping material was first used in PSB’s most high-end models, and has now been adopted by the Alphas and positioned precisely for optimum effectiveness. A premium woodgrain vinyl finish and chrome front baffle highlights combine with magnetically attached grilles to provide a rich and timeless design.
- ¾” (19mm) Black anodized aluminum dome tweeter with front waveguide
- 4” (102mm) Textured polypropylene woofer with rubber surround
- Bass reflex cabinet design with a rear-firing port
- Acoustically-transparent detachable magnetic grilles
- Five-way gold-plated binding post speaker terminals
- High-quality woodgrain vinyl finish
- Available in Black Ash or American Walnut
These P3s sound excellent with electronic music. From D&B to garage, industrial to techno, the detail they bring out, particularly in the mids and highs is super impressive. They're a bit punchy on the lower end as well, which was a welcome surprise from speakers this small. Even the metal albums in my collection sound superbly clean on these!
Currently powering them with a Fosi V3 Stereo amp I still plan to pair them with an RSL Speedwoofer 10e (due to arrive tomorrow, hype!).
I needed something very small for the space I had. Looked at many great speakers but could not find anything the right size. Love how these fit my space and still sound great.
I know nothing about audio. My husband knows a bit. The speakers were a gift for him, and he seems to like them. He wanted PSB speakers because his first pair lasted for 30 years.