BEST STUDIO MONITORS for Mixing & Music Production at home

[@SanjayC]

Which monitors do you use? Comment here.

[@peralta229]

I don't have any monitors but after watching this Video I will choose my favroites sir.😇

[@TFrost28]

Kali Audio Lp-6 . Love them and they're priced in the same range .

[@swonic]

Adam A5X - have them for years and never felt the need to switch since.

[@wise1beats]

Just got my PreSonus monitors a few months ago - they've changed the game for me! Thx for the knowledge Sanjay! 😊

[@Aharshreality9281]

since I don't have a lot of treatment in my room , I "A,B" reference on my Presonus E44's (MTM) and Adam T7V's .I would like to know your thoughts on those ?

[@lundsweden]

I used to wonder why people mixed on studio monitors and not consumer ones, as most people will end up listening on consumer grade monitors. What I have learnt is each consumer speaker will color the sound in its own way, emphasising different frequencies. This means that your mix might sound good on your speakers, but not on others. An old trick often used is if you only have consumer speakers, try it on as many devices as possible and see if it sounds good on your portable stereo, bluetooth speaker, good consumer speakers, in the car, on headphones ect.

[@ZeroLoveTennis]

Another way to put it is that it would be like taking a picture of a picture. Each picture would be more degraded and bias than the last until whatever you have is unusable. Whatever sounds good on one speaker might not sound right on the rest. Or the right details might be lost or way too high in the mix. You need something accurate and honest that reveals every little pixel at just the right color. That's one way to think of it

[@LSL77]

You are right. I did the same on consumer speakers for quality check

[@Silvabulletproduction8337]

True!

[@Kickstand_kyle]

This is so true you can mix something that sounds so good on monitors. I do guitar covers and it can sound great but once you hear it on an iPhone it’s over distorted.

[@luisgonzales7730]

I am building my home recording studio for the first time. I find your videos extremely helpful on every area of the studio. Thanks.

[@SanjayC]

Great to hear!

[@ToddlerTN]

Just a slight correction regarding the KRKs - they don’t only support XLR inputs - they actually have a Neutrik combo TRS/XLR input jack.

[@AlexanderDartez]

i was thinking this when it was said too

[@YoelDiamante]

do you know if you can plug simultaneously a phone (for music listening) and an interface?

[@fredoscott2346]

Your reviews are priceless! You're the industry standard of how reviews should be made :)

[@SanjayC]

I really appreciate that. Thanks, Fredo

[@robertovonbuchwald4515]

@@SanjayC Sanjay C, the question in this particular video is, what audio monitors would you choose between the yamahas and adams? i need an honest/balanced speakers whit good base response.

[@ycproduction6266]

2:46 The perfectionist in my mind is crying on this moment

[@SanjayC]

LOLOL!!!!

[@fregia6292]

why so?

[@Chrsly]

@@fregia6292 Speakers not centred on the stand. OCD FREAKOUT!

[@lesthedog]

I've watched a bunch of monitor review videos now. This is by far the most informative, the best produced, and the most trustworthy. Thanks Sanjay, just keep doing what you do! 👏

[@SanjayC]

Wow, thanks!

[@delevac]

@@SanjayCthis video is a little old, are those still one of the monitors to look for? Or are there any new ones in the game in the same requirements?

[@hinduprinze33]

It was awesome being in the studio and seeing what went into putting this video together!

[@SanjayC]

Thanks for your help making this video!!

[@leefields1401]

When I was ready to make in jump to mid range monitors, I was advised KRK from everyone I asked. I do video editing but the music side has come to the front (lockdown) since I wanted to compose/score my own projects. Managed to pick up a set of used Rokit 5's for only £120. I was blown away with the difference in what I was using before. As you say in the video; don't skimp, save up! But there are used bargains to be had. Great video Sanjay!

[@SanjayC]

Definitely! Used is a great option. I buy used stuff a lot

[@icyater]

Which generation of rokit you got? Thanks

[@redballthing]

I was busy choosing which to buy and forgot to leave a comment 😅😅 This is absolute astonishing review! I had been waiting for this for so long! (I'm using a basic speaker in my studio now) Thanks for the review! A like for you! Edit: And BTW, that's a big upgrade to your studio!

[@SanjayC]

Haha...yeah, its a pretty cool look and sound.

[@pa1kumarbhukya]

​​@@SanjayChow about presonus Eris 4.5

[@kennethjackson4858]

Loved this and the monitor stand I will get. I try and do trailer videos and like the action sounds. After looking at this one speakers went in your talk and that was LP 6 speakers. Did you do a video on them they sound great and was thinking of the Adam 7 also. I’m not a hip hop person, but the KrKs sound 😎 also. Hard to choose. Hot to hear from you, Sanjay.

[@alecvenida4923]

My JBLs came in a couple weeks ago and I am not disappointed at all. Had I seen this video in time, I still think I would have gotten them; I would also get them again if lost or stolen. They make my mixes so much better balanced than with headphones alone (no more surprises when transferring to a phone or car). Even better -- they look like darth vader. Was highly considering the yamahas, but I figured the extra money could better go towards komplete 13 (feels so far away D: ) This is an excellent video! +1 for the JBLs

[@SanjayC]

Glad to hear you love the JBLs

[@jervongrady5022]

Honestly I've had to sell mines recently, but those JBL speakers were literally amazing and I was able to mix my music to the "T"... you could hear everything and sometimes the imperfections in a track aswell🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@RoyFJ65]

The Yamaha HS makes one feel they are right in front of the performance, the instruments are just dead accurate.

[@GregSB1]

Your productions are looking so pro! Thanks for the review. I have the KRKs, but I appreciate your suggestions about midrange and vocals. Sometimes I’m mixing tracks for DJing and other times I’m mixing live instruments for my own projects. Thanks for selecting different price points and monitors for a variety of genres.

[@SanjayC]

Thanks so much Greg!

[@adityagupta9191]

It's finally here, I waited for this video for so long. I just ordered Jbl lsr 306P MKII, hope its a good choice. Loved the videos you make.

[@SanjayC]

GREAT choice! I'm really loving the JBLs. I never want to let the go....sooooo good for the price

[@Vossflying]

I’m happy since two years with the jbl. Pro mixing engineer here since 17 years

[@TonyAndrew]

about to buy those. was the choise good?

[@inSavity]

I'm using Adam Audio T7V (7 inch ver) for a half a year now, and I gotta say that I don't regret anyhing! Mixing with these is pure pleasure, and I almost never have to correct the mix after listening on car/home sound system/headphones. Sound separation is amazing, ribbon tweeters will never make you feel fatigue, even after 8 hours session. You can easily listen to your favorite music on these and it won't feel that the sound is too flat, at least for me after 6 months of experience. I also tested KRK Rokits, and sound felt too muddy for me, but it's all about listener and his ears I guess:)

[@SanjayC]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the Adams!

[@corundum1966]

Thankyou so much, I am still new to music production and building up my home studio and whenever I need a piece of equipment I always watch one of ur videos before I buy it, u are amazing 👍

[@SanjayC]

I really appreciate that. How's your studio coming along?

[@corundum1966]

@@SanjayC Very well thank you, I have most of the equipment I need and I am very happy with it thanks to you

[@dedskin1]

I have purchased Behringer B2030A monitors 18 Years ago , 18 years ! They are used constantly , never turned off and even as i write this they are paying the video and chilling since they did a few outside parties as well , survived rain and elements and everything , most people who watch this are not even 18 years old them selves . And i have measured them , against almost all sets available and measrued them with Measuring gear ,you can imagine what 18 years of use tells you about speakers . They work , very good and are flat down to 34hz within +-1dB range . It is impossible to make a better speaker for 1000$, i tried and i failed . That being said almost all of those monitors have exactly the same sound , its just down to material used and shape of the box , rest being mostly the same . But i doubt yours will work for 18 years , there is a reason why , but i wont go in to it right now .

[@Pieter2360]

Only buy monitors after testing/comparing them at your local shop. After several hours of listening, I ended up getting a pair of Focal’s and I’m very with that choice but your preference may differ.

[@elliottsalt]

Big thanks to making this video Sanjay, I find it annoying how mamy people out there that just slap the speaker in front of a mic and call it a day. Having someone actually share what they think the speakers are like when mixing and what the actually sound like is a very welcome change. Keep up the good work.

[@eliproducer]

Hi there. A bit of info to implement your review. The KRKs have a double input conector on a single plug. Not the XLR only like you have said in the video. The XLR input plug you see on the back of the cabinet is actually a quarter inch input as well. All you got to do is plug your 1/4 inch cable to the hole in the center of the plug.

[@deltahomicide9300]

Thanks. Only XLR didn't make sense to me and I didn't know such a duo input existed

[@dannmetal6459]

Nice one Sanjay. I used to have a mate called that, coolest dude in town. Thanks for showcasing the monitors, Just upgrading my home studio and this was perfect....and I just saw this vid is three years or so old and still very relevant for someone like me upgrading my gear in 2024. Cheers mate.

[@tech-picked]

Using JBL Professional 305PMKII and satisfied...

[@alexandrostype-2211]

If You are making music that is easily muddy, the Yamaha HS5 is the best choice, because you will hear the mids(where all the muddiness happens)

[@MalikEmmanuel]

The KRK you showed has a combo jack that would take both XLR and Unbalanced input

[@SanjayC]

Thanks for that correction. My mistake!

[@aaronparnell31]

Does that mean it can use a 1/4 inch as well? I have a personus audio box that only has 1/4 outputs on the back

[@jacobfields5623]

Aaron Parnell yes

[@SuperBratan]

@@aaronparnell31 there is xlr to 1/4 btw but there is a difference in symmetric and unsymmetric/ or balanced unbalanced cable's

[@Chrsly]

@@aaronparnell31 Yep

[@MicahLowther]

Watching this after already ordered my krk rokit 5 g4 monitors, glad I made a good choice, excited to get them in

[@ZVWVVZ]

How did those krk work out for you? Currently looking at my options 🤔

[@MicahLowther]

@@ZVWVVZ they sound fantastic, of course all I had before was mixing headphones, so anything is probably gonna sound better, but I get a lot of clarity with the sound it puts out, I would recommend 👍

[@TLEEonDaBEAT]

@@ZVWVVZ go with the yamha's hs5 if you plan to add a sub.

[@ScottenJonesVideo]

The key in monitors for mixing is accuracy, I had the KRK Rocket 5 earlier generation and they had too much bass and my mixes didn’t translate. I got rid of them and got bigger Mackie HR821 I monitors and they are dead accurate. My mixes now translate perfectly.

[@ScottenJonesVideo]

I meant to say mark 2 on the Mackie’s, for some reason I can’t edit my post.

[@DM-jo5ko]

Just saw the price of them 😭no wonder they translate better

[@liceafilms]

@@DM-jo5ko lol

[@modernmusicstudio303]

I love that you tried out so many different tests to see how they would vary. Great information thank you!

[@jcgarcia1931]

Spot on! Been rockin Yammy HS8s for over 12yrs. Holding up very well and generally no need for a sub. Nails the mids with no artificial coloring. I do rock and acoustic...

[@Only1Dharti]

🤩🤯 🔥 WOOOOWWWW!!!! 🔥sooo beautiful to watch! And LOL I’m watching speakers! Your review on each is on point too when I was listening to all the testing you were doing! ✨ You are so gifted! I saw you filming and working on this video! But dammmmmmnnnnn🤯🔥🔥 the final result is just insane! You put it all together perfectly and just simply! Now I’m getting excited! Which ones do you want keep? My gift to you for all your hard work! 😍😏😘 or should I ask the company for the free advertising their getting?! 🤣 😂💡😜

[@SanjayC]

Wow thanks for all the emojis! Love you babe!

[@varunnarayanan3477]

Damn so much supporttt. I jeed this on my videos 😂😂

[@Only1Dharti]

@@varunnarayanan3477 😂 LOL! Sure! I’ll be there! There’s never such thing as ‘too much positive vibes (support)’ 😊

[@joshkennedy9772]

i had the KRK 5 for about 4 years. I recently bought the Classic Rokit 7 and may I say, amazing. If you are leaning towards to KRK 5, I would cough up the extra 150+ and grab the 7. Larger sound, amazing lower end and the mids are great.

[@OriginalCatfish42]

Thanks mate, in my area the classic 7 is less than €100 extra for a set

[@bealotcoolerifyoudid7217]

Cheers man

[@ToddlerTN]

I wish Sanjay had talked about front vs rear porting and speaker placement. If you’re in a small space and your speakers are within a foot of a wall, a rear port will transfer low frequencies through the front wall, causing bass to sound louder and less clear/punchy. A front port minimizes that. Definitely something to keep in mind, considering how many of us these days are working in small/medium sized rooms.

[@Lt_Lobster]

in this price range its mostly just the Kalis that have front ports. front ported is almost always better, but it really limits your options, especially in this price range

[@robpoma3874]

I have been using the EV Sentry 100 forever with a Hafler 100/wpc amp. Bigger than everything mentioned and more money but flat and accurate. They are not really efficient but sound great. Had them both for probably 30 years. Thanks for all you do. Great information and vibe here always.

[@AlienSexGod]

Go get ARC 3 or Sonarworks you will find that they are FAR from flat.

[@canigetuuhhh]

Man you're my savior, this vid just came right in time when I needed to pick some good speakers!

[@maharshikondvilkar3051]

What Did you choose?

[@canigetuuhhh]

@@maharshikondvilkar3051 Picked up the Yamaha HS5

[@aaliyahTelevision]

I love the smoothness of the video and your vibe! 👏🏽

[@SanjayC]

Thank you so much!!

[@earlsfield]

Few words on this. I used Neumann KH 310 and Focal Twin in my studio, together with old NS 10. I do use Genelec 8040 from time to time, in control room B. However, in non treated environments, I use Yamaha HS8 and Adam AX7. I have to say a few words on the choice of monitors you have presented here Sanjay. I understand people are going for budget stuff ,and that is how it should be. However, I would not suggest KRK to anyone who is recording broad frequency spectrum. No wonder you loved them - they sound great, but that is the point - not once I mixed on KRKs and came up with mixes with the lack of low end. I think that out of all the speakers you presented, they have most unbalanced frequency response. Which brings me to HS5. Any Yamaha really. HS series is basically a follow up to NS 10. Not so much in frequency response, it is not a clone, but those harsh mids you are talking about is what made Yamaha speakers so widely present across engineering community. I have visited and worked in a few really high end studios and they always have NS 10. Two simple reasons - you hear everything while tracking and if your mix sounds good on them, it will sound good everywhere. HS series have improved low end compared to NS 10 (i quite often do AB test on these), and NS 10 were my first pair of monitors - once i learned how to tame frequencies on those, any other pair of monitors (par Focals, though) have nothing on NS 10. Adam, btw, is amazing monitor manufacturer, but IMO HS5 is better than T5V. Yes, it is nice to see that yellow ribbon, but HS5 just sound better. And one short story that will cover your CR5 surprise - Many years ago, I was working on a project with a tight deadline. I was using my Adam monitors back then, studio was still small. NS 10 were out on driver service. Out of a sudden, my left Adam amp busted. So I had no speakers and about half a day to finish. Called up few colleagues, they were either unavailable or in mid - sessions, so no go there. I got out and in a technics store near my studio, that actually does not sell studio gear, ut computer parts and stuff, I found a pair of Chinese speakers. They werent proper monitors, also had only one speaker powered and other sending signal to another speaker, but i got them since they were cheapest thing, something like 40 £. Finished my project, and found those speakers so nice for both reference mixing and listening to music - I had them many years until I left them as a gift at a friends place. Funny thing, I never knew the name of the manufacturer.

[@VladimirCheTV]

What headphones do you recommend?

[@earlsfield]

@@VladimirCheTV I personally use Beyer Dynamic DT 770 250 ohm. It all depends on what you want and what you work with. Beyers have the same approach as Yamaha or Focal monitors - very harsh in mid range, truthfully presenting layers of frequencies and separates them. It is not a “pleasant” pair, it is truthful - that is why it is a standard for many years. There are more expensive candidates, but I dont think you need anything better than Beyer DT 770 250 (go for 250 ohm version due to the very truthful high frequency response). I will tell you this, if something sounds balanced on Ns 10 and Beyers, usually that mix is good. Sanjay did make a review on a new Beyers (new drivers apparently) but I haven’t tried those. Also, new Beyers are more expensive due to the wireless mode and few other things. I would recommend DT 770 or 990 if you prefer open back cans.

[@dominikperkovic3058]

I got to agree on this with you Nemanja, I also had the chance to listen to few speakers, ive used Adam T7Vs before, i think that best monitors in this price range is either yamahas or adam monitors, i think yamahas are better when it comes to depth, 3D space is much betterc compared to these entry level speakers, i find thata adams do better when it comes to vocals and high end overall, its more silky and light, again in that price range i think best when it comes to high end. If I had lower budget, i would still pass all of those speakers but would only take yamahas or adams. Now when i have a little bit better speakers, i would alwaye try to save more for a better pair, pair it with sonarworks and build or buy some great acoustic pannels, those things really do help

[@earlsfield]

@@dominikperkovic3058 Well said and rightfully so. I love Adam’s aesthetics, sound you cant miss, tweeter thing and ribbon, and overall in monitor game they are much more specialized and focused on so many different lines and tiers of monitors than Yamaha. That’s why it us hard for me to say HS are better than Adam, but in this case that is correct. No one can match Adam in high frequency treatment though (in this price range).

[@dessiah5828]

@@earlsfield yeah well said, we can talk about adams as one of the best brands when it comes to professional studio monitoring, from this rookie T series, to more expensive mid tier A series and S series speak for themselves... Also i dont know where are you from, im assuming from Serbia, because of your name, maybe you heard of this Croatian producer Skansii, he produced for some pop artist here in Croatia, he has a big ass, well treated studio, maybe one of the best studios in country, I went to buy my adam a77xs from him and he said he loved those, he choose this one over some damn expensive speakers to mix vocals on, ribbon tweeter did wonders to him he said... so yeah it really is a preference and style when it comes to the speaker game, im a fan of having multiple speakers serving multiple purpose, just like you do ;)

[@jagpreetsingh3221]

I don't actually rely on my studio monitors completely. Before finalizing my mix I listen it on my Headphones, then on my monitors, and then I export it and transfer it on my phone and then listen to the track using phone speakers and then my bluetooth earplugs and finally my car speakers. I go ahead if I'm satisfied all the way through the process. I know It's a hard and tidious job. but not everyone is listening using the studio monitors. 80 % of the listeners will be using their phone speakers or bluetooth or wired headsets and will listen when they are comuting.

[@Briganteman]

Adam Audio T7V, best studio monitors I’ve heard. German engineering at its best. If you can afford these then buy, you will not regret

[@elrapanda]

You need to liste the Adam a7x.... yummmm

[@aarushlal3702]

GERMAN ENGINEERING IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD

[@Briganteman]

@@elrapanda Too expensive for me

[@HenningUKN]

@@aarushlal3702 as a German, I approve.

[@richrenken]

I developed the Rokit G4s and I'm German heritage and one of my team lived in Germany. Lol! 😁😁

[@jankirsch2465]

The Presonus Eris E5 are available for just 209 € here in Europe. For that price they are the Perfect Deal!

[@zaporoshti3392]

I am thinking of getting Presonus Eris E3.5 because I do not like the volume to be high. As long as the sound is clear for the electric guitar, it is ok.

[@Sorinotsorry24]

i will go with jbl because its budget friendly and the sound quality is sooo awesome

[@SanjayC]

Yes, I totally agree. Great sound from those JBLs.

[@qomplex]

Agree. JBLs !!!

[@godismen]

Lol it's just totally random I have been looking to buy monitors for "mixing and producing" at home for the past three days and suddenly you put out this video. Thanks Sanjay 🙏

[@SanjayC]

Nice!! I'm glad I could help. Which ones are you getting?

[@godismen]

@@SanjayC I was always aiming for the hs5s. Your video just made me sure not to falter and settle for mackies at a doubtful period . few more bucks and i'm almost there. thanks again :)

[@zubin1677]

I loved how you said you can mix on anything if you know how your monitors respond, it is absolutely true. Adding to it, I would be bold and say you can mix on anything that defines the spectrum somewhat if you know the response of your output device and it does not have to be monitors, could be consumer speakers, headphones and in-ear monitors. If you are starting out, its a great way to understand sound by checking your mixes on anything, from earbuds to car stereo to monitors. This will trrain your ears a ton and when you would get a decent pair of headphones and monitors, you would get your sound crisp way faster because you've already trained yourself to make anything sound good even on cheap output devices!

[@SanjayC]

Excellent advice from a great producer

[@colaboytje]

Correct, the problem is that you will have to re-train your ears if you switch to better monitors.

[@zubin1677]

@@colaboytje to know what speakers are bad, you need to know what speakers are good. If you know the definition of good, you can understand this much better.

[@colaboytje]

@@zubin1677 What? I agreed with you. If you want to know what monitors are good, ask professionals. Just send an e-mail to a sound engineer. There are thousands of them willing to engage with you.

[@zubin1677]

@@colaboytje yeah man, was just clarifying my point!

[@klyphi]

You've earned my trust forever. I've been extremely satisfied with my pair of KRK ROKIT 5 G4s! I made my decision to get them mostly because of your video, and they've been easily my favorite addition to my studio. Thank you so much! :DDD

[@peterlagroove6555]

2 way vs 3 way The problem with crossovers in 2-way designs is that they are typically set in the 1 kHz - 3kHz range. This area of the midrange is critical for vocals and many instruments in a mix. All crossovers create some degree of phase distortion. With 3-way systems, the two crossovers are usually set outside of this critical range. So any phase distortions introduced, are in less significant ranges.

[@EynouxLaStar]

3 ways are also often crossed over at that frequency range lol. They sound better because they are more drivers to cover the frequency spectrum

[@kzugaming4287]

I bought Adam Audio T8V one week ago. 5 years warranty. I am really impressed I love them.

[@SanjayC]

Great speakers for sure! Nice purchase

[@TZ808beats]

I use the jbl speakers for trap, and they give me good details so o can have a good mix. I highly recommend them to someone looking for a budget friendly monitor with good sound quality

[@SanjayC]

Nice! Thanks for sharing your experience

[@DarkSwam56]

I'm using a Mackie MR524 and i noticed it's never included in ANY videos that i've seen it's always the CR5 which honestly i dont see it being even comparable with the rest i guess it's because it's just the more popular option and the MR524 is just one of those that goes completely under the radar and a lot of people are missing out tbh. It easily can compete with the T5V, HS5 those big names i just wish more people are aware of it's existence lol i'm glad i bought it. Underrated af

[@jackskyy1337]

you beat yourself in quality with every upload

[@CrashnServers]

Just received my JBL 305P monitors. Thanks Sanjay C these are amazing! I have been mixing on a set of Bose companion 2 computer speakers and now I am on a whole other level.

[@SanjayC]

Excellent choice!!! Yeah, those 305s are amazing

[@ravindra7944]

Here it is!!!! Great video as always! Edit: I’ll use the links whenever I’ll get one of these.

[@SanjayC]

I really appreciate that, my friend! True fam. And it helps me buy more gear for future videos. Much love.

[@maxpain3294]

I paired the hs5 with the hs8s subwoofer. Bought them second hand for 500 Eur. Very happy with the sound. Using them for 5 years now.

[@SanjayC]

Nice combo. And happy to hear you got a good deal!

[@aniruddh_d16]

Wow, it looks like you could get like a theatre sound effect with THAT much speakers:)

[@SanjayC]

Haha...you're right. Maybe I should create a 16.1 theater!!!! LOL!

[@dafingaz]

@@SanjayC 🙌🏾😳😳

[@FaskyzoDesigns]

@@SanjayC would be a good yt video

[@rowanjoubert7925]

Exactly the video I was looking for thank you so much Sanjay!

[@SanjayC]

My pleasure

[@altzieblerandras]

Never clicked so fast!! I'm looking for good monitors rn!

[@SanjayC]

Which ones are you going to get?

[@altzieblerandras]

@@SanjayC I got the mackies and they were horrible. They emitted a constant hissing or static, eletrical noise easily audible from 3 feets. So i wouldnt recommend them to anyone. :( Had to send 'em back

[@GeorgeToox]

He’s so honest and gives great advice

[@Jay-pj4sq]

Love the reviews man keep em coming!

[@SanjayC]

Thanks Vertex! How are you doing?

[@Jay-pj4sq]

@@SanjayC pretty good. Been making a beat everyday now

[@JonathanGonzalez-bc6gl]

Your channel is literally everything I’ve needed 🤙🏽

[@thegreatskygig]

One of the best youtube channel i've seen :D great comparison Sanjay! i think i now know what to choose

[@SanjayC]

Hey thanks so much. Which ones are you getting?

[@thegreatskygig]

@@SanjayC Saving up for the KRK's :D

[@lundsweden]

I'm looking to buy some monitors, after years of mixing on hifi speakers. I'm already leaning towards Yamaha HS5s or HS7s, but wanted to watch Sanjay C's review again before buying. Best and most balanced gear reviews IMO!

[@socratrees47]

solid video my dude. straight to the point, clear and concise, organized and informed. wish every review/demo video was like this

[@pililaman97]

The krk doesnt have only XLR, its a combo conection, you also can conect a TRS

[@michaelmckenzie6247]

made me laugh when he said that and immediately cut to shot of the combo jack lmao

[@visualsoul_uk]

I purchased the Presonus E5XT along with the Focusrite Scarlett Solo mk3 and XLR (speakers) to audio jack (Scarlett) cables. I must say, this combination is fantastic and highly recommended. Despite reading some comments about potential noise issues, I personally haven't encountered any such problems with this setup. It offers absolutely fantastic value. These speakers can be easily tuned to your preferences, and from my experience, the bass is excellent when needed, but can also be adjusted down if desired. Brilliant value indeed.

[@chstewart3715]

What are you using them for mostly? I'm looking at building a guitar studio in my home and I'm trying to decide on monitors. I'm leaning towards the E5 purely off the bang for your buck, from what I hear.

[@billschnake6378]

Great Review. I have been stuck between the JBLs, KRK and Yamahas for months. Finally decided on the Yamahas. I already own the Adams A7X larger monitors and was looking for more of a near field monitor. Once again, Great Job!!

[@morris9651]

After a year, how are they?

[@royalstudioofficial786]

If anyone has extra monitors that are not used, give them to me. I don't have enough money to buy them. If anyone has extra equipment related to the studio (condenser mike, audio interface, piano keyboard, studio monitors and much more), please give it to me. Thank you for your love

[@morris9651]

@@royalstudioofficial786 get a job then

[@calikokat100]

i love your reviews...they are so informative...

[@SanjayC]

Thank you so much!

[@alexshdvideo]

Thank you for posting. The JBL studios are a mainstay of studios for 50 years, so I tend to trust them more. I ended up getting the 308’s (8”). JBL seems to have sales every month and it was only a matter of time before the the 308’s went on sale for around the same price of the 305’s normal pricing. I also picked up the Peavy USB to XLR interface I think from amazon for around $50???? Anyway great clean sound from Mac Book Pro to USB/XLR to the JBL 308’s. So quiet that I forget the monitors are on with no 60 cycle hum or other computer noise. For speaker isolation I picked up some wedge foam for speakers that angle my 308’s up towards me for around $20? Since I use my 308’s for normal listening as well on my Mac I probably made a good choice.. That and I have always had JBL home speakers and even new Bluetooth speaker boxes. I find JBL mid range products to be safe choices and go on sale regularly which in my view makes them the value choice for myself. I will check out the isolation platform you recommended. Though currently there is nothing wrong with my wedge foam. Besides I need to save up for the NI Maschine + or at least the Maschine and the Komplete 13 Ultimate when it goes on sale this Winter??? Since music is a hobby for me, yes, I wait till things are on sale since it might be years before I make any money from this hobby to buy a cup of coffee.. but in the end, it’s something I want to experiment and have fun with, and well, we are only on this world once that we are sure of, and every moment spent is a moment you will never get back again, so it’s important to spend time, effort and money on things that you like, even if there is not always a $$ outcome at the end of your endeavors. Hmm not bad for 6 am and 1 cup of coffee.... ok.. off to more Sanjay videos and forwarding some to my friends. :)

[@Ndlanding]

Don't bogart that J, my friend... (And all you say is pretty much what I think too.)

[@frankcoffey]

I still have my Behringer TRUTH B2030A monitors from many years ago. Great sound and all the switches on the back let you tailer the sound to the room or set them to work with a sub.

[@Sooraj_JOSE]

The long wait is over

[@SanjayC]

Yes thanks for being so patient!

[@2112jonr]

Nice review. Clear, concise, told us what we needed to know without the waffle found in other reviews. Thank you.

[@ThePCForever]

I highly recommend the iLoud Micro Monitors for home mixing. A lot of these monitors are way too big for small rooms, the Micro Monitors sound perfect in bedrooms and small studios.

[@afiakhanohi5221]

all studio monitor see together is so mind blowing and I always enjoy your content :)

[@SanjayC]

Thank you, Afia!

[@VibeSounds]

Nice and well detailed! I think when I get monitors, definitely going with the Adam Audio ones.

[@SanjayC]

Good choice!

[@vroteg]

I just discovered small simple IK Multimedia iLoud Micro. I use them with Subpac and in my opinion for small home studio this is the best option. Because my room is not acoustically treated now I don’t have to worry about standing waves and bass build up as much as I had to when I had Yamaha HS7’s. Also it’s is were convenient to move around as I’m a student and need to relocate rooms sometimes. This setup is also not annoying neighbours... which is a huge plus for me. So yeah, that said I found my perfect listening setup until I can afford my own property and proper setup.

[@SanjayC]

Very cool. I need to try a Subpac. I hope I can get one son

[@cameronpritchard626]

Woah! Having them all setup looks mad! Every ad I get is of the Adam audio a7x so I’m imagining they will be here 😂

[@SanjayC]

I would've loved to include them but I wanted to keep the price range low.

[@kfiverecords]

Yes! Its finally here! ❤️

[@SanjayC]

Thanks for being patient. This was a crazy video to try to create!

[@kfiverecords]

@@SanjayC no joke mate! Decision making was never easy thing either! All thanks to you mate Finally,now I've decided which monitor to get,RKR 💥❤️

[@JasonH6978]

All the Hip Hop producers have the Rokit 8's or 5's but I'm leaning toward Adam Audio or Yamaha.

[@henrykleber8611]

if is not the Adam A7X dont bother.

[@Draxlar]

I have the T7V and they are great. I liked them better than KRK 8 g4 which were more expensive.

[@DougieLikeSamurai]

Been using Yamahas for 10 years and they are perfect for getting the most neutral sound when mixing and mastering, KRKs are decent but they basically work just like Beats headphones 🎧 they crank the bass extra high which gives you a false mix lol and I been hearing a lot about the Adam Audios so I might try those next

[@DougieLikeSamurai]

@@TLEEonDaBEAT that’s so dope to hear bro because I just bought the Adam T5Vs as well and I love these babies! Bruh already the sound is amazing and the low end is actually pretty decent but now I might have to cop the sub woofer as well now cuz you making it sound immaculate lol

[@DougieLikeSamurai]

@@TLEEonDaBEAT these Adam T5Vs are 🔥🔥🔥

[@kapilmadan87]

I have the older version of the presonus which are Eris E5 and i am very happy with those .. Simple trick in choosing the studio monitors : buy those which your ears like .

[@SkyRecordsIndia]

Comment i was searching for ❤️

[@debdootmanna]

Damn sure that this video will get a minimum half of million views by the next 2+3 months.

[@SanjayC]

Thanks so much! I hope it does...that would be awesome!

[@debdootmanna]

@@SanjayC It will be, I betcha👍

[@Jpaul038]

Amazing when you compare different products SanjayC! Excellent video! Thank you 🙏

[@SanjayC]

Glad you liked it

[@lone_fiddler_]

Yes Sanjay❤️😍 these are my contents

[@SanjayC]

Happy to help you with my videos! 😊

[@Mehanaokala42]

Really nice content! I appreciate the longer form videos. I often (right or wrong) skip shorter videos when I'm looking for reviews or comparisons. Not looking for fluff but more detail. I also really appreciate that you ask for likes and follows part way through your videos. When creators ask at the start of a video I can't give a like because I haven't seen the video yet. Thank you for all the solid info!

[@SanjayC]

Thank you for that nice compliment. Glad you liked the video!

[@FroznColors]

OH finally!! it's an INCREDIBLE video. by the way, I'm nearly done making the beat ;)

[@SanjayC]

Wow! I can't wait to hear it!!!!!

[@margaretchristo6859]

Long awaited video! Great job, Sanjay, in covering the top monitors for 2020. Most helpful.

[@SanjayC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pushbeats6622]

Glad i purchased the HS5's an year ago! :D

[@SanjayC]

Nice...do you still like them?

[@pushbeats6622]

@@SanjayC They work good even in an untreated room.Can't wait to treat my room and they will surely blow my mind!

[@MrJohanmessi]

Push Beats bass definition gets better with treatment

[@ramimansourr]

Do you think it's worth investing a bit more for the HS7's? I just picked up DJing and need a pair for my apartment.

[@MrJohanmessi]

Rami M. If u are a dj definitely want more low end

[@samdebubs]

Awesome video Sanjay, love the way you explain everything 🔥❤️

[@SanjayC]

Thank you so much 😀

[@swonic]

I just noticed your new youtube header image. Looks neat!! 👏

[@SanjayC]

SWONIC, the legend is here! Thanks man. I needed to refresh the banner!

[@JonathanCookingUp]

Great Review Sanjay ! My very first pair of monitors were a pair of Eries 3.5. They were cheap and worked great for just starting out. I then got a pair of krk 5 g4, definitely had more pronounced bass and punchiness. Then I got a pair of Yamaha Hs8’s, Absolutely mind blowing at first, but over time I realized how harsh the mids could be at times and most hi hats annoyed me, I think I should’ve got a smaller version for the size of my room. But now I will be getting a pair of Adams

[@firerhyme]

Sanjay : 200$ monitors "Cheap" Me : Hold my 150$ JBL's😅

[@bitbotrecords]

🎉 great reviews, I ended getting the KRK Rokit5 thanks to your reviews ❤ thank you.

[@Unknown-ko7xt]

Kali audio 6.5"s are best in budget!🙏

[@pt93music]

Best bang for your buck is the Yamaha HS8’s. For less than $1000 a pair you can’t really go wrong. Plus you don’t need a sub.

[@RobKingRC]

The Kali lp-6 are really good and affordable. Should've been on the list.

[@Chrsly]

I'm just checking these out now. They're getting very good reviews from other (lesser) channels and it would be great for Sanjay to update his review with "hey, here's some more"

[@yolmorigden]

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[@yolmorigden]

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[@klaupaucius7415]

Thank you for the review Sanjay!

[@jonathonromero8045]

Wow, it looks like you could get like a theatre sound effect with THAT much speakers

[@OmegaSparxChannel]

Thank you for this amazing breakdown video!

[@hydrexUK]

I use PreSonus Eris E 3.5" they were £85 (idk what that is in $)

[@frescoakash]

110$

[@frescoakash]

I'm getting Eris 3.5 this diwali :)

[@bunnysingh4832]

@@frescoakash bro any discounts on gears this sale?

[@frescoakash]

@@bunnysingh4832 no bro, But I saved up for them. It's 11990 INR rightnow

[@zaporoshti3392]

H Lazer are you happy with the Eris 3.5?

[@hundredcarjr8854]

Excellent Video!! Thank You!

[@TheClaytonFam]

Mais vídeos com legendas em português por favor!!!! Obrigado!!!

[@Fr0stbite1801]

The Yamahas are a studio standby where I live. They're everywhere, easy to buy, reasonably priced, and sound good. Combined with how they look, it's as if the NS10s never went away.

[@SanjayC]

Yeah, they're awesome

[@manmeetdhanota]

Can you please review the Kali Audio Lp 6 ?

[@reginaldcole5596]

You are always on point Sanjay! Thanks🔥💯🔥💯🔥💯🔥

[@sergeysmelnik]

Ive listened to all of these monitors in most sizes except the stage rights and my favorites were the krk g4s. Their strongest point is their mid range. None of these monitors come close. Because the both mid and tweeter are made of kevlar there is a seemless transition from top to bottom unlike the adams where the tweeter sounds like it plays separate from the the mid. I still dont like the yamahas mainly due to their aluminum tweeter which is just too harsh for me and Ive tried every size they make with multiple listens because I know there is so much hype over them. I also owned the jbl lsr305s first gen which I prefered over the second second gen but in general I never really loved them because I thought they sounded kind of thin and cold overall. The presonus were pretty good. Very middle of the road monitor. They dont really do anything bad, cant go wrong with them.