Hedd Type 05 MK2

TYPE 05 MK2: The Modern Evolution of HEDD's Compact TYPE Series

Designed and manufactured in Germany, the HEDD TYPE 05 MK2 embodies the "precision monitoring" philosophy of the TYPE series, with particular attention to temporal coherence and detail clarity. This MK2 generation strengthens the brand's studio approach by integrating advanced DSP processing and integration options tailored for current workflows, including immersive setups. Finished in Black, it naturally blends into a discreet production environment while maintaining a distinctly professional identity.

A Nearfield Speaker for Demanding Home Studios, Post-Production, and Immersive Audio

With its 5-inch woofer and fine control over the low end, the TYPE 05 MK2 is especially relevant if you work in music production, sound design, video editing, or post-production in a small room. Its balance and precision in the high frequencies facilitate decisions on vocals, percussion attacks, sibilance, and spatial effects. It is also well suited for Atmos installations and multi-speaker systems, particularly when listening distances are short and image stability and phase coherence become critical.

DSP, Calibration, and Listening Signatures: A TYPE 05 MK2 Tailored to Your Environment

HEDD Lineariser: More Coherent Temporal Reproduction

At the heart of this MK2 version, the HEDD Lineariser acts as a zero-phase filter aiming for a more aligned temporal response. In practice, this results in clearer placements, better reading of reverb tails, and a more credible sense of depth. For mixing, this is a real asset when making decisions on panning, the density of an effects bus, or perceiving micro-dynamic variations.

Placement Filters: Desk, Tonality, and Bass Extension

In real situations, the room and furniture strongly influence the perceived curve. The TYPE 05 MK2 therefore includes a Desktop filter designed to limit reflections from a work surface, as well as Hi and Low shelving filters to quickly adjust the overall balance without altering the speaker's character. A Bass-extension mode also allows increasing the low end by up to 20 percent when you need a bit more foundation, for example at low volume or in a placement that naturally attenuates bass.

Closed or Ported: Two Responses, One Goal of Precision

The "dual personality" Closed or Ported feature is one of this model's strengths: in closed mode, the sound gains dryness and control, useful for judging bass articulation and kick cleanliness. In bass-reflex mode, the low end is more generous, helpful if your placement and room allow it. This flexibility facilitates adaptation to common constraints in small studios, especially when speakers must be close to a wall.

Sub Integration and Scalability: A System That Grows with Your Studio

To extend the low-end response without losing coherence, the TYPE 05 MK2 provides a linear-phase Satellite-Subwoofer integration with the BASS 08 subwoofers, enabling the construction of a homogeneous and scalable system. Ergonomically, the aluminum potentiometers offer precise and durable adjustment, while support for upgrades and features via HEDD Access (available as a separate download) allows the speaker to evolve with your configuration and optimization needs. Finally, the presence of digital AES inputs (compatible with AES/EBU and daisy-chaining) simplifies integration into certain modern studio and control room environments, complementing the analog XLR inputs.

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