Description
Quest QM3 Two-way Active Bass Reflex Speaker
Actively Professional
QM3 Two-way Active Bass Reflex Speaker
The entry level to professional performance. The QM3 12” powered 2-way loudspeaker is the tough, reliable, speaker system that delivers performance way above its class. Both lightweight and easy to use the QM3 ticks all the boxes when it comes to performance, price and a long service life. The QM3 has all the features sound audio professionals demand for fast and dependable mobile sound. Whether you are a DJ, musician, A/V professional or you just need portable sound that won’t let you down, the QM3 is the active professional’s partner as a fold-back monitor, stand alone system, or as part of a multi-way PA.
Revealing Details
Lightweight, powerful and built to perform in tough conditions are the qualities demanded by professionals in a powered speaker system. While every manufacturer might have these goals in mind, achieving them at a realistic price point is not so easy. Quest has addressed this challenge with advanced engineering and design processes. The heart of the QM3 is the Quest Hybridtec Amplifier System; a lightweight amplification package that combines the best features of both analogue and digital technologies. Loudspeaker components give the most output for the least weight and the heavy gauge front steel grille and high quality timber ply casing protect your investment in a way that is both practical and stylish.
Hybridtec Amplification
As an engineering company you don’t advance by just blindly following the same road travelled by everybody else. Digital amplification is now popular, but many people complain the high frequency response is “harsh and unnatural”. This is especially true when the amplifier is driven to full power. The Quest solution to this is the Hybridtec System - an Australian developed digital\analogue hybrid amplifier module which incorporates the best of both worlds. This system has been well tried and tested on the Quest QM450a and now is available on the QM3 and QM4.
The design philosophy behind Hybridtec was simple: "use each type of technology according to its strengths, as opposed to using less appropriate technology just to meet a budget". The result, is an amplifier with a digital low end component and an analogue high frequency section. In the case of the QM3 a hard knee analogue limiter and extra amplifier clipping protection make it almost impossible to drive the system into distortion. This combination along with significant over engineering on the cabinet and grille designs makes the QM3 one of the toughest and durable products on the market.
Accuracy & Control
The QM3 has a very smooth frequency response and is designed to give a very natural sounding vocal response. The 85 x 75 degree elliptical wave guide gives even coverage with a minimum of feedback causing “hotspots”. This also makes the QM3 an ideal self powered fold-back monitor. When placed horizontally on a stage the QM3 sits at the correct angle, and provides great coverage for stage monitoring. The design of the rear carry handles also protect the connection panel if the QM3 becomes accidentally overturned.
Further EQ control is available with both cut and boost HF/LF controls on the QM3 preamplifier section. This is more convenient than the current fashion of preset user adjustments. The input section of the QM3 allows for either microphone or line level input from 1/4" inch jack or XLR connectors.
Wooden Body, Steel Faced
The QM3 casing is made of the same heavy duty birch ply wood as our high performance and industry trusted HPI systems. Finished with a road worthy black paint coating and fitted with a wrap-around heavy gauge protective steel grille, the QM3 has been crafted to endure even the most demanding environments and is built to last.
Overview
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Driver: 12" high power woofer
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Power Handling: 380W RMS, 470W peak
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Frequency Response: 60 Hz – 20 kHz
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Sensitivity: 98 dB
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Maximum SPL: 125 dB
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Coverage Pattern: 85° x 75°
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Dimensions: 620 x 380 x 347 mm
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Weight: 16.5 kg
Advanced Specifications
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Amplifier: Quest Hybridtec Amplifier System
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Transducers: 34 mm compression driver
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Connections: XLR + 1/4" In, XLR Out
Advantages
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Lightweight and Portable: Easy to transport and set up
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Durable Construction: Heavy gauge front steel grille and high-quality timber ply casing
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Smooth Frequency Response: Natural sounding vocal response
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Versatile Use: Can be used as a fold-back monitor, stand-alone system, or part of a multi-way PA
Applications
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DJs and musicians
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A/V professionals
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Portable sound systems
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Stage monitoring
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Multi-way PA systems
Specifications
Max SPL *calculated | 125 dBSPL | |||
Sensitivity *5-band average | 98 dBSPL | |||
Frequency Response | 60Hz – 20kHz | |||
Amplifier Power | RMS | 380W | Peak | 470W |
Transducers | HF | 34mm Compression Driver | LF | 12” High Power Woofer |
Directivity *H x V | 85° x 75° | |||
Connections | XLR+¼” In, XLR Out | |||
Dimensions *H x W x D | 620 x 380 x 347mm | |||
Net Weight | 16.5kg | |||
Shipping Weight | 20kg |
Payment & Security

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Refund Policy
Refund Policy
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Returns
Our policy lasts 14 days. If 14 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
Gift cards
Downloadable software products
Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
Book with obvious signs of use
CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
Any item not in its original condition is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
Any item that is returned more than 15 days after delivery
Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
Late or missing refunds (if applicable)
If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at sanjay@audiomaxx.in
Sale items (if applicable)
Only regular-priced items may be refunded, unfortunately, sale / discounted items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at sanjay@audiomaxx.in and send your item to: 24, Kembros Estate, DP Road, Industrial Area, Sonapur, Bhandup West, , 400078 Mumbai MH, India.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Additional Returns and Exchange Terms
1. Returns and Exchanges
At Audiomaxx India, we are committed to ensuring each customer has a hassle-free and enjoyable shopping experience. You may have received a Dead on Arrival or Malfunctioning Product, as such you must first approach the local service station of the concerned brand and seek remedy as per Warranty policy & terms of the company/brand wherein one can ask for free service, an exchange or refund for the former and only exchange for the latter with all spares & packaging.
2. Within how many days can most items shipped from Aduiomaxx be returned?
Most items shipped from Audiomaxx can be returned within 14 days of receipt of the shipment. However, certain products sold on Audiomaxx may have different policies that govern their return.
When you shop on the Audiomaxx website, we ensure that you have a smooth and easy returns experience. In the case of Refunds, we credit the entire amount that you have spent to your bank account.
3. When are returns not possible?
- There are certain conditions in which returns are not possible by Audiomaxx. These are when:
- The return request is made outside the specified time frame
- The product is damaged because of use
- The product is not in the same state as when you received it
- The item has been used and installed
- The product has been tampered with or has missing parts, accessories / serial numbers
- There is anything missing from the package you have received, including price tags, labels, and original packing.
4. When are refunds provided?
Audiomaxx provides refunds only when the product is dead on arrival and cannot be exchanged.
5. How do I cancel an order?
If you want to cancel your order, you need to get in touch with us along with your Order Number, before the item is shipped. On all such cancellation requests charge is applicable which varies from 5% to 10% depending on the product you want to cancel.
Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to: 24, Kembros Estate, DP Road, Industrial Area, Sonapur, Bhandup West, , 400078 Mumbai MH, India
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over Rs.5000, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
All pre-bookings, at the time of delivery rates as prevailing on that day, will be charged and the difference is any shall be payable before shipping.
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