Presonus Studio Monitors NEVER Disappoint!! - Presonus Eris E5 XT (Unboxing & Review) 2021

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

🔊 Presonus Eris E5 XT (Amazon US Link) - amzn.to/33znPpx 🔊 Presonus Eris E5 XT (Amazon UK Link) - amzn.to/3uITlh0 🔊 Presonus Eris E5 XT (Sweetwater Link) - imp.i114863.net/yRqAKN 🔊 KRK Rokit 5 G4 (Amazon US Link) - amzn.to/3dIpHSG 🔊 KRK Rokit 5 G4 (Amazon UK Link) - amzn.to/3xkhLik 🔊 KRK Rokit 5 G4 (Sweetwater Link) - imp.i114863.net/NKkZL2

[@AsectOwnsYou]

can the e5 connect to a turntable or a player?

[@chrwrd2960]

The KRK sounds clearer. So why do I have to buy the presonius?

[@chrwrd2960]

Ok I watched some more vs videos with the two. In my opinion spatial response and bass response is stronger with es 5 xt.

[@danbilotto7785]

advise to all: for testing and comparising speakers ALWAYS use rock music with real instruments that takes all frequencies (hihat, snare, bass, electric guitars) not an intro song with only keyboards like on this video.

[@BigCarso]

Distorted guitars aren't what I'd call real instruments. How they sound completely depends on the distortion applied

[@Nehemiahn1]

Same sound quality, Already in love with this speaker

[@kindamusic8627]

Damn,I love the e5xt,they are pretty and has a nice detailed balancedsound

[@budkine9245]

The hiss and static is typically caused by improper grounding and has been a common complaint with these monitors. This can be easily fixed by using a 2-channel (stereo) passive direct input box (or DI box) with a “ground” switch on it. A couple of inexpensive examples are the Rolls DB24 and the Klark Teknik DI AV 22P. Also, another common complaint with the Eris series monitors can be not having enough signal, or power, coming from the source to adequately drive the monitors. This may give people the impression that the monitors amplifiers don’t have enough power. That’s why I use a small preamplifier between my source (PC audio card stereo out) and the DI box, and then from the DI box XLR OUT to the monitors. The preamplifier “boosts” the signal to the monitors. In my case, the signal path is: PC stereo out > preamplifier > DI box > monitors. I love these monitors!

[@funtourhawk]

nah there's a base white noise that occurs even when no audio source is connected and the gain is at zero, even tried different rooms/outlets and it still remains...as soon as you turn them on and the amp kicks in you can hear it thru the tweeter...I can hear it over my pc fans which is pretty shit, sucks cause they sound great

[@whitebeltbjj3739]

If I’m using them either a Focusrite Scarlett solo do I need to worry about the static and hide? I’m using trs to xlr cables.

[@DalesBadBug]

I've always found front firing Bass ports the best ! that way, your low end isn't blasted at the wall and you're not able to get an accurate representation of what's going on in the Lows.

[@Prizm44]

Kind of a poor track to do a test with, but the Eris seemed to have more midrange.

[@averyberries8433]

One of the best budget monitors out there for sure. Keep up the great content 🔥

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thanks, will do!

[@thanglongliving]

I own a pair of E5XTs, sounds really good for both mixing and listening music. I use furutech power cables in order to listen to smooth, musical sounds :)

[@justinking5964]

He did a good job about reviewing this speakers right? And he is very adorable.

[@bogdaniosub3577]

Can you tell me type of cable do you need for them?

[@vezuthando_org]

I'm a fan of the blue cone too. It's some-what calming

[@Voidermusic]

What's the point of a soundtest is everyone of us is listening to it through different devices ranging from $5 to $5000? 😂

[@Voidermusic]

@@jonnypetrovich3114 You'll hear the frequency response of your speakers, not his..

[@Voidermusic]

@@jonnypetrovich3114 Yeah, but you can't, because the speakers you're using will change the outcome. So if his speakers have 0dB at 5kHz and yours does boost the area around 4500-5200 by default, then you'll hear that. Not the speakers he's showing.

[@Voidermusic]

@@jonnypetrovich3114 You can't compare it without owning it because on whatever other speaker you're going to listen to this video, the output will be altered depending on the default frequency spectrum from the pair of speakers you're trying to "compare" it through. What's the confusion?

[@ScarlettGora]

@@jonnypetrovich3114 "Which frequencies are higher or lower" doesn't tell you anything about these speakers. What's that supposed to do for you?

[@RR-qq9dl]

hey ed what do you think abt the Presonus E5 BT ?..you should do a review and comparison

[@vannmensa]

My man Edward back on it again dropping some back to back gems Love your videos bruh

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@mirageRF]

Very good monitors, but the KRK's have such a clear and upfront vocal, I'd buy them

[@DarkSwam56]

Not sure where you're from but from what i can rmmbr where i'm from the Presonus and KRK's price difference is so far apart it's pointless to compare i would get the E5 to save money and spend it on other necessities

[@ChrisBessy]

@@DarkSwam56 in Belgium 5XT = 140 euros and the RP5 G3 = 135 euros ......

[@davidgocray]

looking for the right equipments for me to make my own home studio! been watching this channel and its really a big help so far! keep goin edward

[@dogzillamonster]

Mine arrived today, along with monitor stands and foam pads. I don’t have much to compare them to but they sound absolutely terrific already! Will make some refinements too 👍 🎵 KZbin Music on a laptop into a Scarlett 2i2, TRS out to the E5 Xt’s

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Great setup man!!

[@dogzillamonster]

@@EdwardSmithMusic Thanks, I bought them using your link below. Also watched your E3.5 vs E4.5 vs E5 XT video, thank you for that too. I almost bought the BT versions of the smaller ones and so here's my question: What is a good way for someone to BT-enable these E5 XT's - without requiring a laptop? Example, so a kid can play something off their phone to it?

[@thecook2503]

Hie do they have a connection from one speaker to another like eris 3.5

[@dogzillamonster]

@@thecook2503 No connection between them

[@dogzillamonster]

@@thecook2503 I added a subwoofer, the setup sounds great.

[@Rahulsaini-rp8jg]

These are dope but I love m audio bx4. They will be better for my store room studio. But I am a student and I can't afford them yet but I will buy them someday. And secondly you gave a very honest review as you are experienced and your merchandise are cool. I will get that hood after I complete my studio. Thank you soo much.......

[@wondir69]

LESHGOOO DESE ARE 🔥 I WAS WAITING FOR THIS❗

[@markfox8839]

Just hooked up a pair of these in my vocal booth, and they produce a native white noise that is going to screw with my noise floor, even with no source connected. Digging through forums this is apparently an inherent design flaw up and down their range of monitors. Probably not great for a company designing things for audio pro folk. Seems like this will really hurt their sales over time, and as for mine, they're going back PRONTO. Not sure where to turn next, but I'm on the lookout for something that is silent when sitting idle and does what it's supposed to do when on playback. Hopefully, with roughly the same price-point and feature-set.

[@TheEmperorOfIceCream]

Just curious, did you find any better alternatives?

[@31emxof]

@@TheEmperorOfIceCream To stay near the price-point with the features I wanted, I went with the KRK Rokit 5 G4. They have the ability to turn the monitors' gain down as much as needed to reduce internal noise, and then I bump the volume up a bit on my DAC to compensate and all is well!

[@paoloscaglioni9406]

Hi Edward. thank you for your videos! Do you think that Presonus E5 old version sounds very different from new E5 XT? I am in doubt between this old version of Presonus and the KRK G3 (basically very very similar to the new release). Thank you, Paolo

[@ckmmaderazo]

my dream studio monitors!! thank u for this, such a quality yt channel!! ❤🙌

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Wow!! Thank you so much!!

[@maximusmolato5253]

Nice!!! Which one is better tho?

[@donzkharbudon4026]

Thanks for showing us the results

[@KyleAndreiPaez]

I always love your videos Edward very helpful especially when you are building a home studio!!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Wow!! Thank you so much!!

[@walker1583]

Have the 3.5 and loving it but have to admit mostly listen on my headphones so I'm good, but if you want some more and actually use monitors more then feel after my exp. with the 3.5 that the E5 XT must be very great.

[@AgriAutoIndia]

Nice video bro.. Which is best ? Presonus Eris 5 XT or Yamaha HS 5 for non acoustics room ?

[@FabsterClapster]

Presonus

[@zatori3894]

Hola, tengo poco presupuesto y estoy por comprar uno de estos dos. Krk classic 5 o los presonus E5 xt. ¿Cuál me recomiendas para mezclar?

[@MitrankShah]

So basically what was the conclusion after comparing? Presonus or KRK ??

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

You decide... they are both good 👌🏼

[@MitrankShah]

@@EdwardSmithMusic but please tell your opinion since you have used both of them!

[@guido69x]

KRK are good,but Presonus is kicking ass!Presonus have a great sound and build quality,and they are crazy cheap for the quality you get on their products!

[@MitrankShah]

@@guido69x thank you!!

[@whome806]

Would you recommend setting speakers upright or horizontally?

[@rd-cv4vm]

what about the ERis 5 Bluetooth, other than I/O what are the main difference

[@rgalvezmusic24]

Great video!!! 🔥 I'm between the E5 XT and Kali LP6, which one would you recommend more???

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

The Kali LP6 are the best by far - amzn.to/3zETa9l

[@rgalvezmusic24]

Thank you!!

[@williammusicman]

lp6

[@williammusicman]

most presonus speakers have scooped mids. ugly! not even a flat response

[@ChrisBessy]

@@williammusicman not the eris 4.5 .... check the frequency response .... i love my eris 4.5, there is the same bump around 1,5 kHz like the ns10 :)

[@stunnerstv5535]

Always precious content 🔥💯💯💯⚡👌

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you!!

[@rossimarti]

Got them from Sweetwater. Love them. Piano sounds great.

[@Enthusiast.]

One of the best recommended monitors

[@rogergreydj]

Wich one would you recommend better the Xt or the krk? Nice video 👍🏼

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I would go KRK to be honest! Link in bio!

[@andresy6777]

Maybe go for adams tv5

[@ayyyfonz5938]

I bought both and tested side by side Rokit 7 Gen4 and Presonus E7 XT and I thought the Presonus sounded better after tweaking the sound, they were louder and had deeper lows and brighter highs after adjusting the mids and highs gain, sounded great on music, movies and games. It was very close tho don't get me wrong the KRK sound nice once adjusted but it came down to the Presonus being louder with better bass response, better on speaker adjustments and cheaper

[@djthamlas_tbs]

DS Audio has a more honest sound comparison. 5 inch speakers definitely have more bass and detail compared to what we hear on this particular sound test. Needs improvement

[@zowinn7041]

My fellow Sourh African... I love the content mahn, your videos made my life easier 🤣🤣 Keep up the great work and wishing you all the best for you and your channel.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you 🙌

[@hathanhle6885]

Do you think the bass is enough for DJing ? Thanks

[@filipsablik3830]

Bro please improve your sound tests they sound really bad..

[@stunnerstv5535]

The presonus have a clear sound why the KRK has more base (to me)

[@bingobaz6402]

You never said what you thought. We can't hear these speakers on a phone.

[@robbie2820]

hey, i heard they produce background noise, loud enough for them to be annoying/heard in a recording? I was hoping to buy these monitors as an upgrade from my 3.5s. hopefully u can acknowledge this comment!

[@donzkharbudon4026]

Ohhhh woww😍😍😍,,my dream monitors,,,so excited,,

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Great!!

[@RAPTure202]

How much for the pair??? Coz it somehow confusing expecially buying it from amazon should I Add the quantity to 2 or what???

[@jobimboy]

i have one, amazing sound balanced. and some guys from abbey road are using this speakers.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Awesome!!

[@vezuthando_org]

The vocals sound a bit muddier on the Presonus Eris E5 XT than on the KRK Rokit 5 G4

[@PassionChannel]

pls put the original song together for a ref.

[@user-qo1nq3nc6g]

How do you set this up to a Mac computer? What plugs do you need to buy? Thanks.

[@upclosemedia]

My question is ... How much of a difference is there between E5 XT and E5 BT. I do know that the XT has 80w each and the BT is 50w each and they have different amps. However, what does that translate to? My use is 70% video mix and 30% music creation. I just dont have any more desk space for an interface but want the e5 xt clarity. Can you compare those? There really is any coparisions i have found online which is Odd. (coming from a pair of 7yo Rocket 5's)

[@2g37]

Any response to the question?

[@vibaniamusic]

Damn they are lit🔥 but if I had that budget i would rather go with yamaha

[@Joel-uk8ov]

Another wonderful video 🥰

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you so much 😀

[@samadams219]

is this a lot better than the e5?

[@mihaimolnar7512]

Hi. Can i connect an dynamic mic, like SM58 to that XLR input, and make some karaoke, for example? Thanks. Great work you do.

[@ThunderousVictory]

I went with the Presonus over the Krk because I got a lot of free software with them, including a free DAW. I was unable to hear the Presonus before buying them, but the Krk Rokits did not sound all that great, they sounded ok but the Focal Alpha 65 Evo sounded way better. So I just went with Presonus for the free software since the Krk were worse than I expected. Not to say that the Krk's are bad, but Focal simply makes better speakers. I am also pretty sure I compared the Focal Alpha 65 Evo to the Krk Rokit 8 and the Focals still won. Or maybe not, maybe they were different speakers with 8 inch woofers. Don't remember. I actually had the Focal Alpha 65 Evo speakers but I returned them because they took up too much space on my desk and there was not enough space around them, so they were cramped. The Focal Alpha 50 Evo speakers were an alternative but they were a lot more expensive than the Presonus and the Presonus came with free software. At first, it seemed like I could afford €700 speakers but then shortly after that, I actually ran out of money and could only afford speakers that cost less than €400. The Krk's were still an option but the Presonus came with free software.

[@paranoic4rap]

are these good for listening music at home?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Yeah for sure!!

[@FernandoLobo]

Yes, but get a good edifiers for listening music, these are more detailed and very flat, so some tracks will lack something or some kind of EQ.

[@Andy-wx3xd]

Great videos.. do I hear a fellow South African accent? I have 2 E5 XT’s on the way. I want to connect them to an Apple airport express so I can use the with Airplay. But I can’t seem to figure out how I would connect them as a pair to the Airport. The Airport only has a 3.5mm out. Would I use a 3.5 to rca stereo splitter and then 2 RCA to TRS cables.. one to each speaker?

[@ramyel-naggar8136]

Do I need a subwoofer or could I do without it. I'm a video editor which involves editing a bit of audio but nothing or very serious (audio wise).

[@ayyyfonz5938]

For video editing a subwoofer would be unnecessary as the Presonus have really good low bass, I'm using the E7 XT

[@nenobeats]

Thank you 🙏 you help me out making my choice

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Glad I could help!!

[@pongtokvlogs7932]

I love it so much that whenever you do a giveaway of this monitor I pray to God that i get this🙏🤞

[@jorged9353]

You do realize that "testing" the sound signature of a speaker through KZbin's compressed audio and who-knows-what-device is kind of pointless, right?

[@joeymorse2195]

That's only if you're not doing a comparison.

[@pubgsandythapa7334]

Bro iam confused between e5 and Hs5... I have home studio...which is best for mixing mastering??

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Yamaha HS5 would be my go to!

[@pubgsandythapa7334]

Thanks brother..🙏🙏

[@rajeevsisodiya1822]

You have to compromise with low frequencies jn hs5 where as e5 has a bit muddy bass so in my opinion both have pros n cons but with e5 you can adjust the the sound frequencies which is a advantage

[@FasterCrypto]

bro love you. ty for clearing my mind.

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thank you for watching!! 🙏🏻

[@rahulmusic5054]

Is there any noise and buzz?..

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Nope!

[@PavanMS87]

I’ve read that the XT is tuned a wee bit incorrectly in comparison to E5. Is this true? Otherwise I’ll just buy these tomorrow! Please comment mate, thanks!!

[@princessl.d.g.]

Which monitors did you get? I got the E5s.

[@anythingrandom1900]

Hi, nice review. Question for you. Can I connect it to my TV as home theater? And what input/output should I use? Thanks!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Studio monitors suck as home theatre monitors to be honest 🙈

[@sampsalol]

@@EdwardSmithMusic how come?

[@MrEimaiegw]

So your suggestion is trs jack or xlr to trs? I have focusrite solo 3rd Gen.

[@imlefthanded2666]

sir? Can you tell me how to upgrade Eris 5 Xt High quality, good, clear, simple and easy? I bought it, but I don't know how to set the speaker

[@alicate1000]

¿The monitors presonus are from high-end? -Need answer!

[@reactionboi1825]

awsm monitors 💥

[@yusufozarslan1796]

Only one piece does it's job?I don't need so much high volume?

[@KRG511]

Eris e5 xt sounds way better live

[@ItsMePhiliph]

Guys please be careful i was about to buy them but then i realized in the amazon prodcut title it says "Single" which means is only just one speaker, not the pair...

[@artistadrtm]

Either those sound awful or your recording tech is mediocre.

[@FernandoLobo]

The recording is mediocre, i;ve got all versions, The 5XT and 8 are good studio quality tools. They are solid. The smaller versions are good computer speakers.

[@devsadana]

yamaha HS8 and 5 vs Kali LP6

[@BluessNRock]

I've just bought 3.5 and I have a LG Subwoofer Should I upgrade to these in a year or so?

[@lesibalanga9102]

How did you connect the sub to the speakers and how is the sound quality?

[@michellafontaine4507]

how would you compare them to jbl lsr 305 mkii r the presonus a upgrade

[@maheshsx]

Presonus Eris 5 XT or Yamaha HS 5 ? Which is best if you have budget?

[@HorizonMusic84]

Eris 5 XT

[@yedidiahharshavemavarapu4219]

What about vault c8 monitors brother...! Can i use them ? please reply me

[@princessl.d.g.]

This may be offtopic, but how do I get rid of the soft hiss sound from my Presonus Eris e5 studio monitors?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Plug them into a different power supply than your computwr

[@ephremjonespereira3533]

Keep up the good work brother💞.. Love from india...

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

Thanks man!!

[@crisgarrido4436]

There is a good reason why you see so many KRK’s or Yamahas in home studio videos. It’s no coincidence. So, I ordered the Presonus E5 XT just two months ago and they turned out to be a MAJOR disappointment in terms of build quaility. I couldn’t wait to return them fast enough. Loose cone, popping noises when being switched on, sound quality okay but subpar. I ordered the pair of KRK 5 G4 as replacements. What a major difference! Stellar packaging and build quality. It is very difficult to tell the difference in sound quality in this video. But up close in person, the difference is significant. The mids and highs in the KRK sound clearer and well balanced - vocals sound great! The bass is also punchy, but not muddy or distorted like in the Presonus. Just compare the frequency response between the two and the performance differences will be obvious. The KRK app and integrated digital EQ to set them up specifically to your room conditions (even without acoustic treatment) makes the whole experience state of the art. Absolutely worth the extra $60 USD for the pair of KRK’s.

[@PhreaSpirit]

There are some clicks on these monitors when you turn them on. Depends on the batch. But it is nothing to worry about and they sound so natural (in the price range) that i have absolutely no complaints. Really nice transients, everything translates amazingly. Punchy and balanced. I don't even check my mixes in headphones anymore. To each his own, i guess.

[@alfonsbarcelon]

Im so late with the new video but im planning to get a pair of Monitoring speakers by presonus instead of m audio. They're really flat🔥🔥

[@chanmingfaiedward]

does the presonus eris e5bt (bluetooth) sound the same as the XT version?

[@beatvibemusic-ncs7935]

How I wish I could have that..hmm..still..saving money for my future studio..

[@Spacerboy]

Hi. Would those be a huge upgrade compared to my aged Fostex PM0.5 MKII ?

[@dan_poli]

I'm wondering the exact same! I haven't been able to go and do a listen test anywhere yet

[@morineseinstrumental]

Thank you for the information. Greetings from Indonesia

[@jd5787]

Hi! I am no pro. I listen to music and I stream movies. Would these be good for the use case? Alternative are jbl 305p mk 2 and wharfedale diamond series. Thank you! (I have a 10" SW also). Thank you!

[@coatbridgedrivinglessons8106]

I'm between these and hs5 can't make my mind up.

[@lyndonramnanansingh139]

Love this video what song is that

[@mi3kx967]

Fellow South African🔥

[@carterleynes6380]

As an expert sound guy, you really shouldn't be putting mics to speakers for your audience. There's nothing valid or truly useful about what the end user hears after your recording picks up your mic response, room response, and it goes through the listener's sound card and headphone/speakers. No professional who really knows sound would do this.

[@reactionboi1825]

hope some day god make me winner of any studio equipment giveaway winner 🤞

[@KenzyKane]

My room is 4m x 4m ,should i get E5 XT or E8 XT ?

[@gautamasakyamuni6688]

5" is more than enough, if your room is heavily "treated" with bass traps and acoustic panels THEN you can go for a 8".

[@iceyloui1593]

Eris seems to have a better midrange

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

They do for sure!!

[@ChrisBessy]

yes the mids in RP5 G4 is not very natural for me

[@davidlai1996]

How would say the slef hissing is between the KRK and the Presonus?

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

No real hissing to be honest!

[@davidlai1996]

@@EdwardSmithMusic So you believe that the self hissing on the KRK and the Presonus are of similar levels?

[@Shamann]

those monitor are good

[@sprcampbeatz9457]

Can you tell me what song is that at the end please

[@Abnobeats]

You didn't tell what else we get with these monitors.. the softwares,vsts???

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

You don't get any software's or VSTs mate!!

[@Abnobeats]

@@EdwardSmithMusic ohh i see.. i think i saw a post on Instagram where it says you get the Studio one prime and samles and some vsts.. I don't know if it is true so thought of asking...thank you anyway for the review ❤️

[@frattuncbas]

An Ik Multimedia iloud Mtm and Kali Audio In6 fixes everything.

[@rawritstayl0r866]

whats the lamp in the background? thanks!

[@EdwardSmithMusic]

I got it from Amazon: ▫ Edison Light Bulb - amzn.to/3s3fOo5 ▫ Black Floor Lamp - amzn.to/2MMkmPs