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Fostex PM-1MkII just $499 a pair while stock lasts

With a sense of smell akin to a truffle pig, we've sniffed out a very tasty deal on these studio monitors. You already know that nothing excites us more than a great deal - and this one is right up there.

Fostex PM-1MkII studio monitors (RRP $899 for a pair), have come in virtually for a song. Since our $AUD is still pumping along and we like to buy in bulk, we've priced a new shipment of these for just $499. Not each - that's $499 for a PAIR of studio monitors.

You can have a look at our short product listing on PM-1MkII here, but if you'd like to dig a little deeper, keep reading.

First of all, they're self powered (bi-amped) with a 160mm woofer and 25mm tweeter. Physical dimensions: Height = 380mm, Width = 215mm, Depth = 250mm (a bit more to allow for the heatsink on the back - probably call it 350mm to allow for heatsink and cables).

On the back panel you get a power inlet (via IEC) and the on/off switch. Top left hand corner of the back is input section, via a combo connector (can take either XLR or 1/4" - balanced or unbalanced). Gain control is also on the back.

What you won't find on the back panel: many powered studio monitors thesedays have got some kind of room / EQ control on board, usually via a series of dip switches matching up to curves to help correct for sub / no sub, and placement of your monitors (against a wall, corner or in isolation). PM-1MkI I has none of this action, so you simply plug it in and get a great sound out of the box. It's just about impossible to find a more full frequency coming out of speakers anywhere near this price. Most often we see these monitors getting used by new home recording studio operators, in video production suites and by anyone else who wants a the biggest quality-to-dollar ratio possible.

We've got plenty of stock at the time of writing, but as soon as it's gone, the price goes back to normal. In other words, grab them while you can!

Fostex T20RP-MkII Headphones - JUST RIGHT pricing!

What about this for a serious deal - our old favourite studio headphones Fostex T20RP-MkII, just in time for the holiday season. Forget that they have a Recommended Retail Price of $229 in Australia, we've got a strong dollar and all the news outlets are suggesting the time to purchase overseas is now.

Well forget that, as we've always promised at Factory Sound, we're sticking our prices in a place they love: below the cost that 'normal' shops are paying. Don't ask how, just let it be known that Factory Sound is NO 'normal' shop, that we have always been committed to fair pricing for all pro audio, all the time. Whether you're a professional, student, enthusiatst, or ('tis the season, after all) buying a gift for a loved on, we buy in BULK and make sure the savings get passed straight to you.

So after all that, how much for a pair of Fostex T20RP-MkII? Half price? No, let's break below the $100 barrier. In fact, we've got so many in stock that let's call it $92. No mucking around, $92. There, we've said it.

We don't expect them to last very long at this price, so if you're keen...you'd better get busier than Warney or you'll miss the cheese.