BEST BUDGET STUDIO MONITORS? Presonus Eris 3.5 Review

[@BubVisuals]

IMPORTANT CORRECTION: As many of you have helpfully pointed out, I've been a dingus and said that these monitors are passive @2:04. This is not correct. These are ACTIVE studio monitors, and because I scripted it "Because these are not passive studio monitors" rather than "Because these are active studio monitors", I made a slip of the tongue and called these passive.

[@808jmtz]

BubVisuals so i need a interface??

[@rafaelsumio4301]

Left is active right is passive to be precise

[@richardstrange9166]

You were correct originally they are really ‘powered speakers’ effectively passive they are not proper active speakers as they don’t have an active crossover and separate amps for each speaker.

[@jabbawok944]

Richard Strange nope.. they’re an active speaker set. I imagine it’s written on the box.

[@AnandKumar-tm3ii]

BubVisuals home theatre name please

[@KaganTech]

Video production quality >>>>

[@LastDayAlive]

sucks

[@JabariMore]

Last Day Alive lol how

[@solidkeys]

Disagreed

[@CruzyThaMan]

What camera did you use? Love the frame looks

[@Sanchezprod]

I thought I was watching a movie

[@fns58]

1:16 Sticking all the vibration pads together as they came in the film instead of spacing them around the corners triggered me way too much lmao

[@zexalex]

it's to improve the bounce effect.

[@pandassudsnshine4125]

@@zexalex what’s the bounce effect?

[@xtyano440]

HAHAHAHA!!! Thought it was a prank to stick those together lol

[@kriscody3577]

Neutral may not always be flat. The EQ is there for tuning to your room.

[@fotissk3076]

I think there are no mid controls on the monitors so I guess you are refferring to some kind of software? What software would you use to EQ your monitors?

[@kriscody3577]

@@fotissk3076 Honestly I just mix at a consistently low fixed Sound Pressure Level and my mixes translate really well that way. It's always been crazy to me that so many home studio monitors only have a 2 band EQ (Highs&Lows) when the soul of music lives in the Midrange..........

[@snakeface5652]

I believe they mostly only have a 2 band EQ because they are controlling the low frequency speaker and high frequency speaker volume rather than being some kind of EQ curve.

[@J040Z1NH0]

@@fotissk3076 Sonarworks, chek em

[@Jack-bn3dz]

@@kriscody3577 sorry if i sound like a newb, but what is a low fixed sound pressure level? and would you recommend these for a beginner rap producer?

[@zilvalcampos6170]

We had a 1st gen Echo in our master bathroom for listening to music in the morning kzbin.infoUgkxABghAEkaIDGZfHRBH3D3rBrlraNmnC71 and while in the shower. I didn't realize how tinny and awful the sound output on the original Echo was until we replaced it with the Studio. It was a sonic upgrade far beyond what I was expecting. Just wow. I love it because it's like having speakers IN the shower. My friend likes it because the music is so loud that she can no longer hear me singing. So that's a win-win.

[@EMDNT]

i dont think i have ever been so certain i was going to subscribe to someone in such a short amount of time.

[@BubVisuals]

Haha cheers man

[@EMDNT]

@@BubVisuals for sure bro you're going places!

[@flame2fame_music]

Plus+

[@iwanttoplayinaband]

me tooo

[@presonus]

This is awesome. Thanks so much!

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks a lot, still really enjoying these speakers

[@lv4239]

4me one of this?

[@bassboostednlreloaded3167]

Csn i have a test sample?

[@majin9390]

still love your speakers

[@CademanLillywhite]

Just received mine yesterday! And your recommendation definitely helped me make my decision. You are right, the sound is definitely a tad harsh and on the treble heavy side. But the bass packs a decent punch as well. Overall very happy with the purchase ☺️

[@delusionalpath]

Video was clean, but you sealed the deal for this sub when you played Xavier Wulf for your audio sample

[@BubVisuals]

Hollow Squad

[@MajinBlxxdy]

I swear lol

[@judekuy58]

You deserve way more subs keep, keep up the good work

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks

[@pogodonkey2130]

Hehe... subs... monitors... he

[@chrisshin8924]

One of the best reviews (for Eris speaker) made so far..

[@fuuphoo790]

The fact that you played wulf..... you have earned a sub good sir

[@irisolympia]

i just ordered these for mixing and i'm so excited :) great vid

[@villainsinvitro]

iris olympia same, I get mine tomorrow. Let me know how it is and how you connect to your audio interface and computer. I'm a noob

[@irisolympia]

Scroopy Noopers they are super nice! I’ll usually connect them to my laptop and then set the audio output of the DAW i’m using to the speakers but the input to the interface. Just make sure you’re not using input monitoring if you have a mic plugged in because that will hurt haha

[@PaystreeIsHere]

i just got them in the mail . i love them and your channel is helping me build my channel , so thank you ! much love from atlanta!

[@etherlords88]

I switched pretty much everything to presonus... Best thing I've done with my studio so far! From their DAW to devices, absolutely fantastic!

[@4brotroydavis]

Interesting.. still presonus??

[@CookedByAlwin]

?

[@b1j]

I’ve watched maybe 20 Eris 3.5 reviews and not one of them has failed to say that they are exceptionally great monitors. What product can say that?

[@babagonzaga]

4:26 holy damn this sounds great

[@lightyearz]

you got my sub bro, im waiting on mine to arrive . great heads up!

[@mxmxmx3507]

SO THEY WORKING GOOD?

[@harolddiaz8081]

How are they?

[@lightyearz]

Yo Daddy their great 👍 and still work as good as they did when I first got them . Lol

[@Draakjedodo]

@@lightyearz nice long term review! Lol

[@lightyearz]

@@Draakjedodo thanks lol I’m using them now. They are great for a beginner like me. I can now hear what I’ve been doing wrong bass wise . My 808s use to sound off when I would go to the car and listen to my finished track but now I know studio monitors are a must when producing and these are helping me a lot. Haven’t had a problem yet. I got mine from Zzounds.com in a presonus bundle.

[@dgillies5420]

I think what makes these speakers a MIRACLE is the 1" dome tweeter at this price point. This is something you usually don't get unless you've spent $200+. Since they have such a large dome tweeter, they can put most of the frequency range through the tweeter which helps A LOT with the clarity.

[@Speciimenn]

Honestly, this is incredible content. Idk man, high quality stuff, bravo

[@felixb.official8262]

Almost can't believe that you were just aiming for 3k subs at the time. The quality of this video is amazing, good job!

[@owt]

i bought mine right after i watched your video

[@nikin2786]

How good are they?

[@justinmoss6567]

you gotta love that intro, wish more youtubers put that much effort into their videos

[@alexrobidoux2062]

New viewer here. I like the intro! Good quality production overall. I was surprised only 7.9k subscribers... Here, one more!... I would like to see a step up budget wise, 100-200$ maybe!? Keep up the good work.

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks, and I'm actually making one of those soon haha

[@TarnaBarTM]

I'm sold. The video and audio quality of this video is bonkers.

[@mr.mortalmonster4491]

first time i am happy to watched review video with my ultra wide monitor without any black bar

[@YNVisuals]

You're underrated.

[@j.aveofficial8553]

Subscribed soely over the fact that you played Twin Size Mattress by the Front Bottoms.

[@GhostTurtleYT]

After owning a set for about 3 years using them daily they are not bad for the money. Only thing is recently a few months ago the power switch started getting mushy and fell apart. But I feel like stepping up to the 4.5s at time of purchase is a better idea since there are times when they fall short.

[@cmadlr]

How about the bass? Can u feel it good to dj on it?

[@GhostTurtleYT]

@@cmadlr Pretty good for the size. That is the only reason why I say get the 4.5s. At times the 3.5s feel lacking in bass.

[@hlokomani]

18 seconds in and I know you deserve my sub, video production is awesome man

[@mzaphod64]

1:17 I think you're supposed to cut those in 4 pieces and glue them at all 4 corners of the base.. That way, the speakers are more stable

[@BubVisuals]

Yeah, I did haha. I was too busy trying to get the shot at the time

[@ayushsuyayush]

Dude, your video production is top notch!!! Great content!!

[@hamidmolaei2156]

Oh mennn this was the best 6 min that i have ever seen on YT so far. That editing is fuckin dope. Bravo

[@CrisGarcia6]

Have you ever have your monitors turned upside down? I have heard from Cinema sound which I have to make sure the tweeters are aimed at my ears and never turned sideways. I was thinking about JBL LSR Yamaha HS or Presonus Sceptre Coaxial Monitors. Plus I wanted to equip a Subwoofer

[@EdRein]

if these are passive speakers, what's the on/off switch doing there, that's a active speaker , I like how small and simple it is, but there's not much bass in there, choice of colour too is limited to black...

[@BubVisuals]

Yeah, I corrected that in the comments. These are active.

[@Someone-ci8wf]

@Kushest I think he said you don't need an amp because they are active

[@cleangoblin2021]

I have no choice but move up to studio monitors because PC speakers only understands that subwoofer/bass= good. I might not be a music producer but i know great sounds

[@MattCoatesMusic]

Bro! Love the editing & shots! Great job spicing up a review video!

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks a lot man

[@Guitarsdetectors]

You mentioned these are harsh on the highs. Do you find this causes you to make editing decisions that could impact overall sound on more balanced speakers or the way the final mix sounds on media devices?

[@bjazz68]

Excellent, you gave me the exact info I needed in regards to music production scenarios. Thank you.

[@denyel_]

the absolute quality of your videos is such a breath of fresh air on here. the talent!! whew!

[@joaoverbo4927]

Great video man, thanks a lot! You should place some books under the speakers to have the tweeters at ear level. Happy holidays!

[@harrym8556]

If you use tone controls to reduce treble, does harshness go away?

[@1kiloh]

LOVE that you included a scarlxrd song 🖤

[@Flyinglead]

What is the burn in period on these? There should be a notable sonic difference from new, once burnt in😊

[@shayneoneill1506]

I really feel it needs repeating. Studio monitors are the *wrong* choice for casual listening. They aren't designed for that. They are designed to be super precise for drilling into dense mixes and finding frequencies to enhance or supress, Probably the greatest Studio monitors of all time where the Yamaha NS10s. They are also renowned for being absolutely awful for casual listening. The music, the games, the video you consume are usually mastered so they sound best on conventional consumer Hifi speakers. If you want to listen as the artist intended, get *good* Hi-Fi speakers, NOT monitors. If your recording music or whatever, get Monitor speakers. Final tip. Part of what makes monitors ill suited for casual listening is the fact they focus the audio to a point in front of them where the sound will be most in phase and have the correct levels. Sitting outside that position, the quality rapidly degrades compared to regular HiFi speakers designed to throw the music around the whole room. If your recording music find out where that sweet spot is, and arange the speakers so when your working, thats where your head will be.

[@focaalexandr7536]

u mean Yamaha NS10s was the worst? lmao

[@shayneoneill1506]

@@focaalexandr7536 Its probably the best studio monitor of all time. Its also an absolutely miserable home stereo speaker

[@focaalexandr7536]

@@shayneoneill1506 lol best? r u high?

[@shayneoneill1506]

@@focaalexandr7536 Yes, theres a reason they are the industry standard and you'll find them in almost every major studio on the planet. I really don't quite understand why you think otherwise? Whats your specific beef with them? www.soundonsound.com/reviews/yamaha-ns10-story

[@focaalexandr7536]

@@shayneoneill1506 this is standard coz it shitty af

[@candidx7057]

Listening to these on a pair of Eris 4.5, considering the 3.5 for my bedroom.

[@matthewdoyle8644]

How do the Eris 4.5 sound? I am thinking of upgrading from the Eris 3.5.

[@candidx7057]

@@matthewdoyle8644 I think they're great but don't know how to compare them to the 3.5 I use them for mixing music and as my general PC entertainment speakers. They're not so dry that they can't cover both bases.

[@candidx7057]

@cloud chaser I do not. Once the 4.5 breaks in there no need for a sub unless you want an exaggerated bass. I prefer a tight and controlled bass, needed for mixing music. They're true sounding without sounding sterile, like some studio monitors do when used for casual entertainment. I really dig these speakers.

[@iexist6586]

You got me at the SCARLXRD you’ve earned a sub

[@Vlad-bo8py]

haahah, same) but not only for that

[@Syx7h]

I NEED TO KNOW. The left (powered) speaker is louder than the (non powered) right speaker. Is this normal? It's at least 10-20% quieter/louder at lower volumes.

[@noisyplanet3397]

Hi. Do you use an interface with this, and will they sound great just by directly connecting them to a laptop?

[@BubVisuals]

I have used these both with and without an interface, and the sound is great with both

[@furoraguitars]

They sound great even with Xiaomi phone!

[@bakedcreations8985]

Can I connect to it with bluetooth?

[@strongocho]

You get an upvote for including Xavier wulf in the examples hahaha.

[@cinesheikh]

How come you didn't use an audio interface with this speakers?

[@strongocho]

These speakers are nice, I have had them for like a year, but they are simply too small. I agree they are the best studio monitors for under $100, but in that price range I honestly think you are better off mixing with headphones or even computer speakers with a sub. When using these 3.5 inch woofers, the bass is nonexistent and you will need to use headphones to mix basslines or kick drums anyway. The sound is incredible and very detailed, but I just cannot mix if I cannot hear the bass. Tldr > great for the price, but you are better off with $100 monitor headphones than $100 studio monitors

[@DreadedYasuke]

Bro, everything about this is so true. I have to sound proof my room just to get the low end to be prominent or I have to stand in the back of my room to hear them. LOL good speakers but not for mixing and mastering music.

@@DreadedYasuke Thank you for this, i was looking for this comment, i wont buy

[@citydemo5701]

can't you just buy a woofer? yes yes you can

[@bailey2517]

I mean yeah, I dont think these are really made to be used for mixing without a sub. Any serious studio should have a subwoofer for low end. If you're expecting 3.5" drivers to produce stuff like 30hz then physics has bad news for you...

[@The1zo]

I just started investing in a home studio and I got this !! I’m so excited

[@Karmah04]

I have a real janky ass system with some real janky ass speakers but it sounds phenomenal with some crisp highs, some very pleasing mids and the most sexiest bass line from a 10” and a box I built with my uncle

[@martijn9729]

Kareem if it works its good brother. I sadly have shitty ass acoustics so i need to move everything to another room

[@kathysuttonyourvoicestory6866]

Thanks for the review, I'm new to online production, taking my singing lessons online due to Covid, and I need all the help I can get! So your vid was both entertaining and really helpful!

[@djsoundwave470]

Great review and your production sounds real professional. I just ordered a pair on Amazon for $139'00 Canadian.

[@bodbodii8654]

shawnfel kent on thomann it’s 98€ which is like 85$ canadian

[@Bacon7666]

Before i got my Eris 3.5 bt speakers i was listening through some small pc speakers. and now that I got mine I listen all these videos through these speakers and they make a difference.

[@PhysicsViolator]

Presonus are the best in all combined , DAW , Monitors ,sound cards , mixers , condensers this company is perfect

[@donnythompson408]

Skull Fucker - I’ve used a lot of Presonus gear over the years. SL consoles, VSL pres/I-O’s, Faderport, Eris E8’s... I think it’s reasonable to say that they are likely the best... in their price class. But being “the best for the money” doesn’t make them “the best”. Beyond using the various products I mentioned above, I’ve also used Neve, API, SSL, Neumann, AKG, Apogee, Cranesong, Dynaudio’s, Genelec, ... Any piece of audio gear in the budget range can sound “the best” to you, if you’ve not had a chance to use, hear, and compare it to something better. I’m not saying that Presonus doesn’t make good gear - they do... for the money that it costs, you’d be hard pressed to find better. But “the best”? Hmmm... no, not so much.

[@PhysicsViolator]

@@donnythompson408 well i had dyna audio monitors, an motu audio express audio card and i really liked better the itwo and my pair or eris e3.5 s , for even the lowest budget i got a better result .. so in some product comparisons they can even compete with motu and dyna audio . And its a matter of taste aswell

[@jessemelancholy]

Are u using balanced or unbalanced input bro?

[@DarkFacts11111]

dude for this ammount of subs your editing is so fckn dope ! better than 95% of +1M youtubers

[@fj2572]

Thnak man ur quality deserve million subs

[@Paradroidx]

I was like WTF is this a 6-minute add

[@oielbeats3288]

all your videos are so satisfying

[@MrQuiet-tn3js]

Thank you for this review Young Blonde Skrillex

[@henrychinaski582]

Today I received the presonus eris 3.5 speakers. They have very poor bass and generally poor sound. Is that normal? Is it worth investing $ 150 to buy a presons eris 5 or maybe install an extra subwoofer? I will use the speakers for cubase 10, mix and mastering.

[@camelCased]

Thanks for the review. Wondering, is it possible to reduce the harshness in cases when I want to relax from my audio production work and just listen to some music? Does the treble knob behind the speaker help? What if I move farther away instead of being in the "sweet triangle", does the harshness go away? I'm looking for something small-size, neutral sounding, monitor-ish, but that could also be used for normal casual listening.

[@ozankarakiraz503]

So are they good for (only) casual listening?

[@adrienf]

I don't know if I'm the only one but my Presonus 3.5 speakers make a resonant noise, a little saturation. If anyone knows how to avoid this I want help

[@satanist9995]

Damn this video is edited soo welll Keep it up!

[@Frydae-tz1de]

Hi there 👋🏽! For mixing do I touch the acoustic tuning or just leave at zero ?

[@LXRDUNKNXWN]

HOLLOWSQUAD !! 😤🤘💯

[@prodthegoodboy]

bro when I saw the quality of the video editing I INSTANTLY subscribed!!!! I have a question tho: is the sound flat????

[@InTheSh8]

Great review! I think I will buy them or the 4inchers. These Mackies CR are nice, too, but I think they lie! Only, you might wanna add that these are more monitor-like then multi-media. Therefore if you say they pack a punch people expect a pronounced bass and bathtub/low mids eq! They don't understand that in recording you want a linear response. Cheers

[@myliebiii]

nice but i dont know these or alesis elevte 5 ?

[@wolfx23]

Saved me from buying a Mackie CR3!

[@Xaynor-]

wolfx23 I was about to cop em😭

[@wolfx23]

@@Xaynor- I'm so close to buying these Presonus' but I should wait for the next paycheck... Just hate waiting... #poorLife

[@Xaynor-]

wolfx23 ima buy the presonus e5

[@unbrokensoul35]

My Mackie cr3’s started cutting out after a year. Think I’m gonna go with these

[@JonnyCrackers]

I have these and I can attest that they are pretty great for what you pay. I mainly use mine to play guitar in my bedroom, and they sound really great hooked up to my POD HD500.

[@pedrwm]

How powerful are they? Do they come with pairs?

[@JonnyCrackers]

@@pedrwm They're 25 watts and yes they come in a pair.

[@marcelowcr]

Are you still using them to play guitar? How do they perform? I'm thinking about getting them for some casual recording and playing,

[@sonybasstesterpro2270]

Lol ialready have that speaker its so strong

[@HotStrange]

DyLaN885 do you use it for music production? I’m heavily considering getting a pair.

[@RetroPlus]

The cinematography at the start was nice, very good production quality.

[@RAMCARTGAMER]

I put a like for the ultra wide content. Oh the review was good too. XD

[@Duncangoldiemusic]

I got them on amazon and they dont have a uk plug and i don’t know what to do

[@karanc3893]

You have to buy a converter bro, you can get them cheap at £3 for 2. I had to do it as well but after they work completely fine :)

[@raincityboy0613]

mans added in some SCARLXRD what a g lmao

[@PeteOnTheBeat]

How do these old up 2 years later?

[@spencermarcotte1494]

how the hell do you only have 4k subs????

[@SteveJobs_]

I bought this for a gaming speaker.. but they say it is monitoring speaker Its also good for gaming?

[@bluehorns2651]

Thank you for playing scarlxrd.. that’s exactly why I’m watching this video lol

[@olafkliemt1145]

they are NOT passive ! amp is in the heavier box, power cable required.

[@cosmicgamer6648]

JBL Lsr 305P MkII ; Hold my beer.

[@BubVisuals]

They're over $200. These were specifically under $100. Interesting though, I'll have a look into it

[@cosmicgamer6648]

@@BubVisuals You are welcome. Jbl lsr have 3 version 1) Lsr 3OP2 ) Lsr 3O6 3) Lsr 3O8p. 3d one is massive. Professional audiophile told me how great they are. They recommend me this product. Some people even compare them with high end like 1000$ monitor. Jbl Lsr3OP product they are so expensive. But worth buying. I promise you won't disappoint.

[@bryantunknown4233]

Justin Y. Gonna have to check them out too.

[@cosmicgamer6648]

@@bryantunknown4233 You must bro. They are expensive but worth every penny. They are sound will blow you away. But it's very popular . Recommend by Audiophile. If you are in budget it will take you $400 or less. They comes with 3 options. One is Jbl lsr 305 , jbl lsr 306 and jbl lsr 308 the bigger one. I wish I have this pair of monitors. They are not made for gaming. They are true speaker overall.

[@twokbeats7223]

I have the JBL lsr305, hi Justin btw

[@crypticvisionary]

*Uses the front bottoms for sound example.* Buying these today.

[@user72629]

My first reaction when I heard the sound: *BLOODY HELL*

[@bsn6e4]

is that good?? orrr???

[@benmatray2488]

I have these monitors and I noticed they don’t take lower frequencies that well

[@ChandlerSchroeder]

XavierWulf babyyyyyy

[@liorzisman2968]

What do you think - Can I plug my electric guitar to my Scarlett Solo and output the sound fairly well through these monitors via RCA? Thanks!

[@Qaosbringer]

A perfect example of a Gen Z kid :D That eyeglasses, that hair style, the movement of the lips... Upgraded version of Gen Y Hipsters.

[@Qaosbringer]

BTW I am not telling this to mock you. If you are proud, you are proud. No one can change that.

[@nilesrodriguez4343]

I just got these and while mine was in a bundle and was missing sole cables, after getting everything to get it set up I'm really happy with my purchase!

[@cmadlr]

How about the bass? Can u feel it good to dj on it?

[@nilesrodriguez4343]

@@cmadlr You might want to look at the 5.5's or even a PA depending on what type of venue your playing. The 3.5's are best for home recording use IMO

[@MagicMikeBilliards]

Thinking about getting these to connect to my monitor for Gaming and Movies. Would you recommend these or another pair for under $130?

[@jakub_srna]

csgo surf

[@BubVisuals]

Of course

[@Shane41667]

Can you connect these to a subwoofer with a single aux

[@vincegro9114]

" when im gaming.." csgo on an imac xd

[@BubVisuals]

I spend 0.1% of my time gaming and 99% of that is done on the 3ds lol. I just needed b roll

[@leshawntr8062]

am i supposed to be using a trs aux cable in aux input? im getting alot of crackling when i touch it

[@Jason75913]

ye the cable might be faulty, or the Aux inout might be faulty

[@evolnull125]

Going for 4.5 speakers how much of a difference I would get?

[@onit6821]

I was surprised of how little subs you have compared to the quality of the video, awsome video!