Overview

The Q Acoustics 5050 is the flagship tower in the new 5000 Series — a large floorstanding loudspeaker built for those who want deep bass, high clarity, expansive soundstage, and refined aesthetics. With dual 150 mm (6") C3 continuous curved cone mid/bass drivers, a 25 mm soft dome tweeter, and technologies borrowed from Q Acoustics’ higher-end Concept line (such as Point-to-Point bracing and Helmholtz Pressure Equalizers), the 5050 offers performance beyond its price. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

You’ll get 37 Hz to 30 kHz (-6 dB) frequency response, sensitivity of 91.8 dB, and a nominal impedance of 6 Ω. It’s relatively demanding but still usable with many good amplifiers, especially in larger rooms where its size and power can be fully appreciated. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Key Features (with “why it matters”)

• C3 Continuous Curved Cone™ Mid/Bass Drivers (2 × 150 mm)
  Provides smooth integration with the tweeter, reduces distortion, and ensures excellent dispersion. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• 25 mm Soft Dome Tweeter (mechanically decoupled & vented chamber)
  Keeps high-frequencies clean and detailed, isolates the tweeter from cabinet vibrations. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Robust Enclosure with Internal Bracing (P2P™) + Helmholtz Pressure Equalizers (HPE™)
  Helps suppress cabinet resonances, improves bass definition, and stabilises sound even at higher volumes. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• High Sensitivity (91.8 dB) & Modest Impedance Load
  Makes it easier to drive — you don’t need extremely high power amps to get great sound. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Wide Frequency Response: 37 Hz - 30 kHz (-6 dB)
  Provides deep bass extension and high treble clarity — music and movie soundtracks both benefit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Elegant Design & Finishes
  Finishes in Satin Black, Satin White, Holme Oak, and Santos Rosewood, slim profile, stabiliser base + spikes included for stable placement. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Bass / Mid-Bass Drivers	2 × 150 mm (6.0 in) C3 continuous curved cone :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Tweeter	25 mm (1.0 in) soft dome, mechanically decoupled, vented chamber :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Frequency Response (-6 dB)	37 Hz – 30 kHz :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Crossover Frequency	2.7 kHz :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Sensitivity (2.83 V @ 1 m)	91.8 dB/W/m :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
Nominal Impedance	6.0 Ω :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
Minimum Impedance	3.0 Ω :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
Recommended Amplifier Power	25-150 W :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
Effective Cabinet Volume	39.7 litres :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Dimensions (HxWxD) Inc Spikes & Stabiliser	1017 × 366 × 336 mm (40.0 × 15.2 × 13.2 in) :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
Weight (per Loudspeaker)	21.6 kg (47.6 lbs) :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

What’s in the Box

• 1 × Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding speaker
• 4 × Spike Feet
• 4 × Spike Covers
• 1 × Foam Bung (for port tuning) :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
• 2 × Rear Stabiliser Brackets / Footings :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
• User Manual / Owner’s Documentation :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

Recommended Use Cases & Compatibility

• Excellent for large or medium-sized living rooms where you want both punchy bass and high clarity.
• Great for stereo music listening (classical, rock, orchestral) and home cinema when used as front left/right pair.
• Works well with amplifiers capable of delivering clean power into a 6 Ω load; having 80-150 W per channel gives good headroom. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Placement: at least ~20-30 cm from rear wall to allow bass reflex rear port to work well; foam bung provided if closer placement needed. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

Important Notes / Limitations

• Because of the rear-firing port, placing the speaker too close to a back wall may cause overshoot in low bass (boominess).
• Impedance dips to ~3 Ω may require your amplifier to have good current delivery; weak or under-powered amps may struggle at loud volume.
• At very high volumes the cabinet and drivers are pushed; room acoustics play a large role in the final bass and imaging quality.

Common Questions (FAQ)

Q: How low can the 5050s go in bass?
The rated response is 37 Hz (-6 dB) — that’s enough for most music and many movie effects. For extreme sub-bass (< 30 Hz), a subwoofer may be needed. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

Q: Are these speakers easy to drive?
With sensitivity at 91.8 dB and nominal impedance 6 Ω, they're well within reach of many mid-power amplifiers. You get better performance with amps that can handle current well. :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}

Q: What finishes are available?
Satin Black, Satin White, Holme Oak, and Santos Rosewood. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}

Q: Do they come with accessories for placement / stability?
Yes — stabiliser feet, spikes, spike-covers, and a foam bung for port adjustment are included. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}

Warranty & Support

• Covered by Q Acoustics’ standard warranty via authorised dealers. Ensure your dealer is authorised for full warranty. :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}
• Support documentation, manuals, returns etc. available from Q Acoustics UK / global site. :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}

Trust Factors & Extras

• Heritage of the 5000 series combining high-end driver tech like C3 cones plus build quality from Concept line. :contentReference[oaicite:30]{index=30}
• Includes stabiliser base + spikes for both sonic and visual stability. :contentReference[oaicite:31]{index=31}
• Rear baffle port with foam bung option allows flexibility in placement near walls. :contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}