ILoud MTM by IK Multimedia: WOW!

[@anthonyzbikowski529]

"... but It's pretty hefty, you could definitely club someone to death with it." My number one question regarding every piece of audio gear has been answered. Thank You.

[@janvirtanen6199]

Question is who to club? Bass players or singers who are cupping the mic? xD

[@anthonyzbikowski529]

@@janvirtanen6199 obviously as studio gear they should be vigorously applied to any engineer who attempts to use autotune to "fix" vocals or tries put samples on live drums.

[@SyntheticFuture]

I just bought a pair for home defense :D

[@fatsuperfly]

Great and all, but will the speaker be ok after clubbing said annoying person? That my friend will be the real test

[@murphyedwin4784]

@@SyntheticFuture how’s it like can you compare the sound with a jbl Boombox 2 sound? Planing on getting a good speaker for my dj controller.

[@Hermiel]

0:32 Nope! USD$349. 1:47 Nope! 2-way. It's called the D'Appolito configuration. 1:56 Nope! Not a sound card. USB port is for service only. Quit guessing, G-dawg! It's been 3 gaffs in the first 2 minutes, which, coincidentally, is exactly how long it takes to read the product page and do a price check. 🙄

[@ericvalverderosado2046]

Hermiel sorry IK MM worker

[@terrydactylspontaneous2596]

He correctly identified two boxes.

[@SteamvilleQuintet]

But it is nice to know you could really clock somebody with it. A speaker that doubles as a self defense weapon helps justify the price for such a small package.

[@wheresallthezombies]

Something tells me he’ll make a video about this comment saying you’re “whining” or “butt hurt”. Lol

[@SteamvilleQuintet]

@@wheresallthezombies Thanx for the laugh this morning! And if he does... well it's only Fricker.

[@jdec.97]

I love how honest is your channel man. Greetings from Colombia!

[@GaragebandandBeyond]

I have 3 sets of monitors and the MTM's are the ones I spend the most time on now. They are PERFECT for long mixing sessions and editing.

[@electriczombie17]

I have krks rn. Was thinking of getting HS7's but then I stumbled upon these... What do you is think is better?

[@calebconfer4029]

If you have an extra arc reference mic from your mtm pair would you be willing to sell it?

[@ChrisKeyman]

Do you have opinion about kali 6?

[@GaragebandandBeyond]

@@ChrisKeyman Meh.... They're ok, but I'd much rather have the MTMs.

[@ChrisKeyman]

@@GaragebandandBeyond what about neumann kh80 ?

[@FrightboxRecording]

I do 95% of my mixing on iLoud speakers these days. That's how much I love them.

[@tomaszs.potocki9925]

What did you use before?

[@FrightboxRecording]

@@tomaszs.potocki9925 I was always a fan of NS10s. I still love them, but I gotta say that I prefer the iLouds over them these days.

[@tomaszs.potocki9925]

@@FrightboxRecording Thank you for your answer. Years ago, I considered NS10s, but went with AMS-1 by TLC Pro (pre-APS). My space is restricted now, so I'm considering the iLouds. If you're saying that they surpass the NS10s, I'll give them a shot. Thanks!

[@FrightboxRecording]

@@tomaszs.potocki9925 I love how my mixes translate so well. It usually takes me a while to get used to new monitors and these gelled well with me. Let me know how you like them!

[@tomaszs.potocki9925]

@@FrightboxRecording Sure, thanks, mate :)

[@u4yk]

Yeah, IK has been stepping up their game the last couple of years. I bought an IK Uno synth about a year ago for less than US$200, and it's probably the best analog monosynth I've ever used. Their synth line is awesome, and my girlfriend's iLoud bluetooth speakers are just awesome. If these monitors are even close to the rest of the hardware IK has been making, these will be my next set of monitors.

[@reeread]

I have the original Ilouds. They are great, but these are even better because they have the calibration built into the speakers with the reference microphone. A great review thank you very much

[@JonManProductions]

I have the iloud micros and they have been nothing but a godsend for bedroom recording, monitoring and mixing. One of these days I will get myself a pair of these big bad Mfers.

[@f8accompli238]

You don’t move the mic around. You place it at the location you monitor from and then the speakers will emit a series of crazy tones and the mic adjusts your speaker to your room.

[@joethebassguy102287]

Hey Glen! I believe the thin plastic foam sleeve that Electronic arrive in is an "Anti-Static" Barrier to protect sensitive internal components.

[@scottspaulding7965]

I love em. If you dont have a perfect room. These are perfect.

[@DNGMaestro]

I’m torn between the iLoud MTM’s and the Genelecs 8020. They actually sound pretty similar, but the mtm’s seem like they have more bass response. Anyone has experience with both these?

[@HAYDENMUSICTV]

They are not very good with sub bass...they peak and distort even at medium level of volume...If you make music that does not involve with sub bass then they are decent.

[@DNGMaestro]

@@HAYDENMUSICTV decent? I bought them and i think they’re the best bang for buck by far. I’m amazed with these speakers.

[@jackcash3362]

Hey, Glenn do you like these better than the Kali LP-6 monitors?

[@swampnutz5201]

Good question

[@ElginChris]

Guessing he was paid for this one which means no honest answer

[@jsraudio]

@@ElginChris description says he wasn't paid, but that he MIGHT get to keep the monitors, nothing was agreed on, but if he cares enough to want to keep them he must actually enjoy them

[@ElginChris]

@@jsraudio the way these things work though is it's a bit quid pro quo. Maybe he doesn't get paid for them the first time and they let him keep them. If he says nice things the deal will continue and they send him more gear to keep. As long as things stay positive it's "free gear buddy keep influencing the people"

[@jsraudio]

@@ElginChris but what's the point of keeping free gear that you don't like. Boom, lawyered.

[@SceneOfRobots]

I’ve unfortunately had terrible luck with the mic-monitors. The tweeters only worked after a month of use on my first pair. IK multimedia was gracious enough to replace them with a second pair (just got them after a 2 month wait) and this pair does not “power” up. So I think I’m done with this company. Sounds like others have more positive results. Sucks because they do sound great (when they work).

[@demonoising]

Talking about IK Multimedia, you should review Amplitube and the different licensed amp emulations, e.g., Fender, Mesa, Soldano, Jet City, Orange, etc.

[@fromthesilence9583]

Yeah Joe Satriani so a New JVM and 5150 soon.

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

While these are really nice and sound good too, they are no replacement for large monitors. As good as technology is, you can't ignore the laws of physics. Larges speaker drivers have a wider frequency response, especially on the low end. They're also less prone to distortion as well. Small drivers will usually distort when they have to reproduce low frequencies. I'm pretty sure the calibration does some sort of compensation for that.

[@HankHopeless]

You want ona them 18" bass speakers, that sounds like been soaking in hot soapwater, to get the bass exactly as unprecise as You want it ?

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

I'm sorry to hear you don't know how to properly calibrate and gain stage a subwoofer with other speakers, but that's not my problem.

[@JaFoste_Studio]

I'd love a review on the arc system, like maybe a comparison of mixes done with and without using it.

[@Metal-Possum]

Pro audio is such an honest market. Meanwhile in the audiophile industry...

[@patrickmurphy5842]

man i read reviews sometimes of the audiophle stuff and i think they must be drunk or something

[@martin42382]

I own a pair (white ones ) love em! Excellent for travel!!

[@calebconfer4029]

Would you be willing to sell your extra arc reference mic that came with the speakers?

[@martin42382]

@@calebconfer4029 I don't have it anymore

[@tankistband]

Always good to be in the know about these more affordable solutions. What do you think about the super cheap M-Audio BX5 D3? Would they do the trick for demoing and just trying out mix ideas at home before hitting a professional studio?

[@tankistband]

@MorbidManMusic Formal Beach Wear. Thanks!

[@emptyinsiderecords]

I assume I'll never have that much to blow on a set of monitors but if I hit the lottery this is my first purchase. The size, volume, and ease of setup makes them a great A or B resource for engineering and/or mixing. Besides the knowledge and experience, I'm jealous that Glen gets free shit all the time. Fuck thee Glen. Fuck thee indeed.

[@fasztival]

Hi Glen! Could you recommend speakers for home use, just listening to music in general. I like to buy records on CD and Vinyl (have even cassettes), but there's no use getting your music on a good format if you don't have the proper speakers to listen to them on. Thanks a lot! Cheers from Transylvania!

[@juliansedor7101]

A bit late here, but depending on listening situation, I’d say my Presonus Eris 3.5s are pretty good multimedia speakers for the price. It’s around 100USD for the 3.5s and 200USD for the 4.5s. I use them currently for everything on my computer. They are made for use at a desk though, so keep that in mind.

[@fasztival]

@@juliansedor7101 Thank you very much Julian! I will check them out for sure! I did buy a set of speakers since, I settled for a pair of Edifier 1700BT and I'm very happy with them!

[@GuitarLucao]

So far my experience with the iloud mtm has been terrible, one with power supply issues and other with a freaking blown speaker that sounds worse than a 5$ speakers and I still haven’t heard back from their support =/. To be fair, it has been less than 24 hr that i received my units, but it’s shocking how terrible their quality control is to allow this to happen with 2 different speakers being delivered to one customer. I just think people considering buying this speakers should know that.

[@RubyRoks]

would love a proper review or shootout with the Kalis

[@trashboy9517]

^^

[@van403]

Whats the name of the song playing at 5:00?

[@cornelius5595]

Any recommendations for an entry level / affordable monitors? I'm looking for something to listen to my HX Stomp that's on the compact side and doesn't break the bank.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Kali lp6

[@NetherlordAxenrot]

Kali’s are great. Also M-Audio Bx series have been really cool too. Look for used ones that you can test if you’re cash conscious such as Craigslist/Facebook marketplace. Cheers

[@cornelius5595]

Cool. Thank you for the recommendations : -)

[@michaelpaul3481]

Am I correct in saying that you have to purchase your own input cables

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Yes

[@michaelpaul3481]

@@SpectreSoundStudios wow wasn’t not expecting a response that fast thank you sir 👊🏻

[@hanginman2715]

I wish I was just allowed to have someone studio for like 3 days so I could learn as much as I possibly can about recording and maybe see what I like because of all the stuff you have

[@forrestmitchell1709]

MASTERCLASSS

[@Cronosounds]

Over priced or nah ?

[@xlr8r2010]

$270 for one speaker...Fuck that. A pair of these with tax is over $570...ridiculous.

[@GL-uy3fd]

For IK Multimedia? For sure

[@jptata3161]

Hey Glenn, do you have any thoughts on front vs rear porting for monitors, especially in regards to room placement? I feel like front porting is superior in tight quarters but I know others disagree.

[@Rooster7six]

Would you recommend these over the Focal Alpha 50's??? Thanks Glenn!!!

[@beerhunter341]

If they're really heavy then you probably won't travel with them....but they do sound like a great setup for a home studio

[@sski]

When speakering - Mass=Sass. I like the included mic/self adjusting thingie and the mounting choices for the stand adapter. I'll have to check out a pair.

[@RiffHarvester]

I have these, and I like them more than my KRK VXT 6's.

[@metaldave556]

irony is when a line 6 ad plays before your video lol

[@peterdvideos]

I’ve been digging my iLoud Micros but they fart out when they are driven hard so I’m considering the MTMs.

[@Khordmaster]

"You can definitely club somebody to death with one of these, it's no problem" hahhahaha 😂🤣

[@purplewound]

How do they sound with Guitar Amp Plugins? Most of the studio monitors naturally lack the low end for playing guitar, what about this one?

[@cocobundy]

i got them for about 6 month now and once you "break" them they sound amazing

[@JDODify]

Hmmm, my Fender Focal Passport monitors have just died.. really just died... could these be a decent replacement in a very small home studio?

[@uk.leonardosants]

What is the USB port in the back of the speaker about? Thanks for the review.

[@chrisstrobel3439]

Where can you find these for 269.00 each? They are 349.00 each at the major US online shops like Sweetwater. Please do divulge your sources as I’m contemplating getting a pair of these. Thanks 👍

[@1320pass]

Glen what ever happened to your Adam monitors (A7X iirc)?, really like the ribbon drivers.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Still have them!

[@miguelangelhugoromansegura452]

Have you ever compared this with the Adam T5v? I'm in the market for some monitors and I am on a predicament right now.

[@robertsteinberger]

Nice! I'm still thinking about getting the micro version (the smaller, cheaper ones) for travelling. Are you by any chance planning on reviewing those?

[@deke441]

yes, but does Tom Waits Approve?

[@RockU2Death5150]

I found myself immediately shitting all over them, until you started to reveal the details, especially USB. When the calibration mic came out of the box, I was sold. WOW.

[@jeffsharp7362]

would you say after calibration that they are flat response in your room ? in other words true

[@emotarzan]

I NEED HELP!!! I bought a cockblocker pedal and UPS sweden decided to not notify me when the pedal was set to arrive only that it had entered the country and now that it is being shipped back to whoever sent it. I'm wondering if there is an email adress or phone number i can call to have it re-sent? I can't find any info on who makes the pedal and sends it out. thank you in advance for any help!

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Pm m with your order number.

[@mofongotron]

I’m looking to buy my first set of studio monitors, and I’m torn between these and the Kali LP-6s. Any suggestions in favor of one or the other?

[@SC4211]

You'd probably be better off with the Kali monitors if it's just your first set. They're great and cheaper. Hell even if they weren't your first set, they'd still be great to get. I'm going to upgrade my monitors with those soon too.

[@ChrisKeyman]

@@SC4211 did you get the Kali's?

[@wheresallthezombies]

They’re expensive so Ide hope at that price they’d be kickass.

[@RealHomeRecording]

$350 for pro speakers is not expensive.

[@Guitarwizardjoinme]

For studio monitors, that price is ultra cheap. I paid 4000.00 dollars for my monitors.

[@wheresallthezombies]

Guitarwizard lol well yeah. But I was thinking in terms of what most people are willing to pay. There’s always the ultra professional level and then there’s the average consumer. Mostly hobbyist

[@wheresallthezombies]

matdan2 lol ok.

[@Artiscrafty]

Awesome review. Dude. So funny

[@Shadow_Demon_X]

Are they good enough to use as a permanent solution?!? I could find somewhere to put a set of Kali's, though these might suit my limited space better.

[@denismacfarlane255]

The music at the beginning of your videos is it available anywhere?

[@TheFinerPrint]

Will these work as primary studio monitors?

[@gOnz3r]

Absolutely.

[@davidmurray9193]

I bought a pair of JBL 3 MKII PROFESSIONAL monitor speakers, have you had use of\contact with these speakers and how do you rate them?

[@MR3DDev]

Gonna get this for my Axe Fx

[@polvorin15764]

I seriously consider them for djing at home only and perhaps for the pc and gaming... is this overkill or just beyond epic?

[@ladyjulia4038]

Hey Glenn would it be possible to learn to mix when I'm hard of hearing?

[@skatterpro]

You'll probably have a harder time learning than most, but with the right hearing aids you can probably do it! It takes years for someone with healthy hearing to produce even acceptable mixes, so don't be discouraged if it takes a lot of time, it will!

[@endtimes2]

Where do u get em for $269 ? All I see is $350 everywhere per one

[@Kev0n05]

Are you able to try out the JBL Pro LS308??? Thanks Glenn

[@huseman21]

so, after you mastered a mix with them what did it sound like? have examples?

[@pitaorj]

glenn, do you think these would be a replacement for my adams F7?

[@alvaroruizruiz7538]

Plssssssss, review the swisssonic asm7 monitors from thomann, they seem to be nice and flat for the price, and I'm doubting between those and the kali lp6 as my 1st pair of studio monitors, but I don't have enough money for the kali's right now and I don't know if they are worth the extra cash

[@perryd6761]

That's awesome. But they are $349/ea not $269. I'm hoping this will be killer for my Pod Go pedal so I don't have to fire up my computer or any other gear to play out.

[@jakeishere]

I dig your Game Genie shirt.

[@AnyDrug]

It's usually not a 3-way if 2 of the 3 speakers have the same size... xD At Thomann they go for 349€ atm - could be a bit pricy for what they are.

[@xNARCx]

I was just about to get some mix cubes as a secondary. Would you recommend these over them?

[@GaragebandandBeyond]

They're very different monitors. The Mixcubes are like microscopes for your mix. They let you hear all the mistakes much easier, however you wouldn't want to look through a microscope all the time. The MTM's are full range and can be used as main monitors. I have both....

[@chrisbrumbaugh9936]

Hell of an endorsement! Wow.

[@sourcefor]

Are you in a new studio ? I must have missed a few videos!

[@VapnFagan]

The first studio shot is not a functioning studio, Its just for looks. The real studio is in the 2nd shot.

[@jodagold5481]

I’m not a metal head but mate , I’ve seen a few of your vids now - your fucking class keep em coming and thanks 🙏

[@yaadiiboy9429]

I swear everybody say 95% good about these speakers but seem to recommend them as a secondary speaker. I see nobody recommending the Adam audio T7V and Focal evo 80 as secondary speakers but people are saying that the iloud is better than them both. Explain please?

[@mrm1dn1ght53]

I have the micro monitors and they’re dope

[@ChrisKeyman]

How good are they ?

[@safaru9]

I’ve been looking at these for a while too! If it’s possible, could you some day compare them to the ILoud Micro monitors that came before these. Smaller, more portable, and more affordable. Thanks man.

[@darkisimus]

Hi Glen. My friend recommended these speakers for the ultimate joy of listening to music. So, probably I'll buy a pair of them. I'm fan of LPs too and I wonder how can I connect my gramophone to both of speakers?

[@KID_CULTURE]

Can anyone confirm if you can plug these in directly to a MacBook or a monitor?

[@ilpatongi]

No you can’t, you need some kind of volume controller

[@eszytheghost4332]

So I have been in a weird situation regarding my guitars which my mom stole ,when I moved out of my mom's house,and into my dad's she sent one guitar to a guitar store for repairs then refused to pay for it so they kept it,I was told I couldn't get it back due to it not being payed for and that it was already considered there property,is they're any way I can get it back (I edited the comment to make it more clear on what happened)

[@Krieghandt]

Your secondary sound station looks a lot like a kitchen :)

[@futurebeats898]

But how do they feel?

[@Protonaut]

That shirt is awesome.

[@LameGenie]

Thanks man! Check out our channel and music too!

[@Robert-Peterson]

GLEEENNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!! Your mention of "-10 dB and +4 dB" reminded me of a question you could answer: With guitar amp FX loops, some are at "line level" and others are not. Some FX loops can switch between these levels. I'm using a Marshall DSL20 HR and its FX loop is "non-switchable", so the question is: could I still use my FX loop for modulation pedals (chorus, etc) even though they're not "line level"? Will this hurt the FX loop/amp in any way? Am I overthinking this? Am I drinking enough alcohol? Should I stop masturbating in public? So many questions...

[@joeybaronstudio]

I wanted you to play some thing thru them

[@tikhoav3315]

Do we find out at long last, keto is just a canadian term for amphetamines? Glen, you were WIRED.

[@wendelldurant9721]

But this video is in his los angeles studio

[@autobotsNdecepticons]

Ok, so what makes these so much better than their Micro monitors?

[@CookingNoise]

Hey, I’m a viewer from Rhode Island, nice fuckin shirt glen 👌🏻

[@FatNorthernBigot]

Your pricing was disappointingly inaccurate.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Yep! Shot this last month before they came out & went by available information. Sorry ‘bout that!

[@FatNorthernBigot]

@@SpectreSoundStudios Oh well, I guess we get what we pay for, as ever. :-(

[@AJ_Drums]

Each? Dang ill stick with the LP6'

[@AJ_Drums]

Ok the calibration mic is pretty sweet. Will it work with other moniters?

[@N8oRMusic]

Dude. I hope nobody ever passes you their baby to hold 😂

[@jcalzada74]

Hahah🤣🤣🤣

[@crowdkillproductions.]

Glen holds baby..." yep, you can deffinantly club someone to death with this".

[@RoaroftheTiger]

" Killer' - Indeed ! ... But the Price could be lowered if One could be purchased less the EXTRA Mic - just sayin'. btw - They are a 2-way design. ;-)

[@sootkettle]

I have the regular iLouds as a secondary pair to my Presonus Eris E5's. It's nice to be able to switch back and forth and compare the sound of the mix. If you would use two pairs of monitors what would your choise of difference in sound be? I wish there was a way to emulate the sound you get in a car. When your garage is a good walk away you could get too much exercise as a side effect, especially up here in the north of Sweden during winter when your 2 feet deep in drifting snow. Knulla dig (that is "fuck you" in Swedish) Glenn!

[@wheresallthezombies]

Soot Kettle I’ve heard of guys setting up a little car system in their studio. Not exactly the same but it’s close.

[@PeripheralPurity]

That shirt is cool as fuck, I love it 😁

[@Guitarwizardjoinme]

Dude, your room sounds like it has some really bad issues. Flutter echo anyone?

[@TerenceKearns]

Sensational

[@saltybeatz1]

There not $269 each where is that??

[@prstoxbeats4734]

This guy's fucking awesome!!!!!

[@sirkayda7205]

The Nupren of monitors.

[@TomJorman]

"GH5 autofocus, why u do dis?!" Gooby said.

[@alexvanderkooy]

Dang inflation is real. $260 in 2020. $399 in 2023.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Wow! That’s a hell of a jump!

[@5urg3x]

A USB stick? Glenn Fricker is using sneakernet in 2020? Lol. Someone please wire that spot with 10 gigabit Ethernet ASAP.

[@shippowindscar4413]

Ah, they can club to death... I tried ask the company and they kept avoiding that question. So they fulfil my needs defo, will just have to add a little extra health and safety precautions. Deaf Metal

[@HighlandStudio91]

WTF dude...$269 a piece??Bullshit...they are $349.99 per speaker.Perhaps that is what they go for in Canada?Seriously doubt that though...

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Yep! Shot this last month before they came out & went by available information.