NEW Studio Monitors: Kali Audio IN-5!

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Today, we get to test out the brand new Kali Audio IN-5 Coincident Studio Monitors! The IN-5 is a new 3-way studio monitor with a 5-inch woofer, and concentric midrange, and a 1-inch tweeter.
Before we get into more details, we are also lucky enough to get to give away THREE pairs of these amazing monitors!
The IN-5 is part of Kali’s “Independence” line of 3-way studio monitors, which also includes the larger IN-8. The IN-5 is more than just a “little brother” to the IN-8, though. This monitor is the result of a year’s worth of research and development by the Kali Audio team. The IN-5 introduces a new amplifier platform that reduces self-noise by 12 dB, and implements a more powerful DSP section, which allows for a smoother high frequency response. Kali has also updated the cones on the woofer and the midrange driver with new materials for greater reliability.
These monitors bring an innovative design that delivers exceptional accuracy in all sorts of recording, mixing, and production applications. It was so great to get the chance to try them out!
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[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Friends, Kali have definitely hit this one out of the park for us! We are very impressed with the new IN-5! Please let me know what you're using! Love having discussions on speakers! Also don't forget to enter to win one of three pairs of the Kali's!

[@bradwhite8495]

I am using a pair of Adam A7X's which I really like. My second set will be the Kali IN-5's. I am really glad you did this review Warren......perfect timing for this video. Hoping to Win!!

[@CDEENT]

Produce Like A Pro, Hello 👋 friend I was wondering if the Kali Audio IN5 is the same size like IN8 and is the IN5 a updated version of the IN8?

[@AlexMakuch]

I'm using some LP-8s and love them. Hoping to see an updated IN-8 or something like it soon!

[@charlesdavid5137]

Really impressive Warren! I'm currently using JBL LSR 4328Ps. Not sure how they compare to what everyone else is using. Anyone using a subwoofer?

[@NeonPLotus]

How is the bass response? I’m looking forward possible new monitors for mostly dance music production, and if the Kali’s are good, I can push saving for ATCs down the road a little longer.

[@christophercortes9152]

Listening to you listening to Kali monitors, through my Kali monitors... nice

[@AkposbeatzMusic]

Haha... Funny you

[@jeremythornton433]

That's what I'm doing. Through my Kali LP6s!

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha Fantastic Christopher!

[@kaliaudio]

Us too! Surprised that we could actually pick up the difference that the dip switch made in the video!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, it was quite a shift! Nice addition Kali!

[@markfowlermusic]

These or lp6 v2 for playing digital piano through and listening to music for enjoyment? I read some reviewer said the in5 are not enjoyable to listen to, exceptional in every other area though…

[@kyleparfait61]

You guys read my mind way too often. I’ve been shopping around for 3-way monitors and this pops up. 😳

[@luminousbrilliance1711]

Do It! Says In the Emperor's Voice from Star Wars! :-)

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Kyle, I think Kali did it again! Both the LP-6's and now the IN-5 might be best in class for me! Nothing touches them for the price!

[@kaliaudio]

@@luminousbrilliance1711 let the hate flow through you! lol

[@kyleparfait61]

I’ve really been looking at the much more expensive Dynaudio LYD 48’s. I’m sure those are in another class, but these are interesting for sure.

[@luminousbrilliance1711]

@@kaliaudio Nawwww! Give's the Kali Speaker People much of the Huggs!-I just installed my LP-6's! The White one's-I love them so much!-But I am scared of them-because they are awesome! :-) I haven't turned them up past 1/16th power. :-)

[@MartinLuxen]

"I use sock, this is a family show after all"" hahaha my tea went straight to my screen... thanks! Nice looking speakers :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha thanks for getting that!

[@yobhsiFehT]

For some reason, the "tambourine at 20hz" one got me 😆😂

[@MartinLuxen]

@@Producelikeapro a dirty mind is a joy forever someone once said to me... I guess that's true!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@yobhsiFehT haha indeed!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@MartinLuxen haha I think I let slip something before! Haha I was ashamed!

[@luminousbrilliance1711]

So funny Kali speaker story: I have good little old Yamahas that I use to listen podcasts. I install the Lp-6's and am just playing video games-and all my podcasting friends have Shure SM-7s-straight digital into modern mixes. And I freak out because: " Get A Pop Filter!!!" "I can hear your chair squeak", and "You're compressor is set to high!!!!" :-)

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing your experiences! I really appreciate it

[@kaliaudio]

LOL! When we were listening to the IN-8s for the first time, I was going through reference tracks and had a similar experience. Found myself wanting to tweak cymbals on tracks that I'd previously thought were perfect!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks for sharing that Kali!!

[@majesticpbjcat7707]

@@kaliaudio Really happy with my LP6's. You guys are awesome! Cheers

[@michaeltablet8577]

I bought the LP 6's after you did a video on them. Still in love with them. Great sound and quality. Thanks again for all you do!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful! Thanks ever so much Michael!

[@michaeltablet8577]

@@Producelikeapro You are very welcome!

[@Producelikeapro]

Great to hear from so many users!!

[@JustinNathanielAdams]

Looking forward to hearing the contest winners this week! Thanks again for hosting these mix contests, Warren :)

[@petesawchuk]

Warren, it sounds like Kali has hit the mark once again. Last year, I built my home studio around their IN-8s based on your recommendation and have never looked back. And yes, the Switch Witch is still available; also got mine from Sweetwater during last year's studio build for $300 or so, IIRC. Lets me flip between 3 sets of powered speakers plus a sub with no fuss at all. And last but by no means least, rest in sonic power Rupert Neve.

[@Sinista-Beatz]

These sound absolutely fantastic! I have the LP6’s! After working with Adam’s; Event’s; Yamaha HS5’s HS7’s and NS10’s; Fokal; Alesis; Genelec’s; and many more from being in many studios for many years. I absolutely love my LP6’s! These sound absolutely amazing and I agree they sound very close to your Genelec’s! These IN5’s are just another great Speaker from Kali Audio!

[@HitTheRoadMusicStudio]

Oh WOW so excited, can't wait until my pair of Kali IN's arrive, I'm pretty sure that it will help me improve my mixes - thank you for this incredible review and big bravo to Nathan and the whole Kali Crew, wonderful people! ✌

[@kaliaudio]

You're too kind! Thank you!

[@Producelikeapro]

That’s wonderful to hear Ady!!

[@Le_volver]

My IN8s blow me away every time I use them. I'm now in love with IN5s. Cheers Warren!

[@ILOVEDRAGO]

Just got Kali IN-5 and Neumann KH 80 (4 inch woofer). Tested Both with a KRK10G subwoofer set at 70hz crossover. running through RME Babyface Pro FS. I first received the Neumanns and were absolutely underwhelmed by their size and looks. They are small and not really pretty speakers looking more like bigger PC-speakers. They really can`t bass, they are small! But then i bought and connected the 10 inch KRK Sub. When the Neumanns don`t have to work in the lower bass frequencies, they can unfold their potential in the low mids, mids and highs. Then i got an opportunity to lend and test the Kali IN-5 in white (beautiful) from a local music store. I disconnected a Neumann from one channel and connected a KALI instead, and played some songs over Winamp - moving the pan-slider from 100% left to 100% right to directly test KALI vs Neumann. I really wanted to send back the Neumanns and keep the KALIs, - the white model is an eye candy compared to the small black toy-looking Neumanns. I would save lots of cash - it`s 350€/piece for Kali VS 570€/piece for the Neumanns. AAAND the Kalis are 3-way monitors instead of 2-way Neumanns. I have to note - i did not use any calibration software, nor used the Neumanns DSP, nor used any switches on the Kalis. RESULT: all praise for the Kalis is ridiculous. 3 Way your butt! Absolute mushy and muddy mids - where instruments and vocals really mask each other, really dull and truncated highs. You may think they are great, - when you hav nothing good or even mid-tier to compare. Neumanns, compared to Kalis hat much better localisation in the mids - vocals and instruments were separated from each other and you could clearly hear every single instrument/vocal. Aswell as crystal-clear highs. Switching to Kali were as if you would listen through a towel (i am exaggerating a bit, but the difference is immense) and switching back to Neumanns were as if you were back getting fresh air again. I were using Yamaha HS 80 M (almost identical to the newer H8) i would even take the H8 all day everyday over the Kalis. But in comparison to the small, toy-looking, cheapest Neumann KH80 the Kalis are trash. Completely underwhelmed and dissapointed. Gonna bring them back in 2 days and keep the Neumanns.

[@andytullis8736]

Well after the girl that used Gorilla Glue on her hair!! The "Remove Before Use" makes complete sense! 😂 Beautiful monitors!

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha indeed! Crazy world we live in!

[@Sam-rz3rd]

Haha, I had to search for that as it sounded so absurd!

[@andytullis8736]

@@Sam-rz3rd and true it is! 😂

[@officialWWM]

Exactly. She is the reason products need these labels 😂

[@majesticpbjcat7707]

She'll never live that down

[@chrisibbetson]

Can't fault Kali as a company. Great products and excellent aftersales service. Yes they actually respond to emails! Great stuff Warren. I have the LP-6 which in a small room sound fantastic (along with sonarworks). If was to upgrade to a 3way system i'd definitely consider these!

[@IIIDeathWraithIII]

Do You think the static noise is too high?

[@craigshaw141]

I just have to say how much I liked that first track you played. Great production and vocal delivery.

[@TheFeelButton]

New Kali's!! Good stuff Warren!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous!!

[@liarcity]

I’ve been watching your stuff forever, and I went back to this video because I just bought a pair of the Kali’s. I JUST noticed the Thrills record on the wall. Let’s Bottle Bohemia is one of my very favorite records. I had no idea you worked on that! So cool!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much

[@andrewarbogast1]

When you have multiple monitors, obviously they all can't be equilateral triangles from your listening position. Do you move back your listening position for each monitor?

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes exactly! If you notice I moved in closer quite a few times for the Kali’s

[@ricjenner1120]

Had my LP6s for a year and a half, and to my ears they sound great. The diagram on the back made setting up a breeze, esp for an amateur like myself.

[@kentlancaster5964]

Thanks Warren! My son and I really appreciate your product reviews and everything thing else you share. We are looking for a second set of monitors for our home studio and these will have to be considered for sure! Cheers, Kent and Turner

[@Gongtopia]

I got a pair of LP-6s a year and a half ago and have been loving them. The best monitors in their price range. I'm looking to get a pair of IN-8s this year. These IN-5s look interesting though. Well done again Kali!

[@BunkerAudioPanama]

I feel the port on the Kali's give it a slight mid boost which to me sound like a cleaner, modern version of the NS10's! LOVE the smooth frequency response all the way to the top without strange peaks or crossovers. I need THIS for my setup. Crossing my fingers and toes for a win!!!

[@Standard.Candle]

I feel you, I never had any studio monitors before, and upgrading straight to the head of the pack with the IN-5's would be a game changer for me. Best of luck.

[@LuisJacob366]

I like the fact that you hear speaker in front of us. Other reviewers make suppositions. About what they remember

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend! I really appreciate it

[@TazzSmk]

listening through IN-8's paired with WS-12 here, very nice thing about that coaxial design is how it almost "erases" the room environment from the sound :)

[@jurgenschuler8389]

Perhaps I should not rush buying new monitors yet. They look very promising!

[@Producelikeapro]

Impressed, especially for the price!

[@orryfishburne5326]

I cant wait to hear these for myself! I ordered a pair a couple days ago. Its currently Sunday and they should arrive on Wednesday. Extremely excited!!!!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! That’s wonderful to hear

[@colinkyffinmusic323]

A comparison of the Kali IN5v2's and the iLoud MTM's. Am very pleased with the iLoud MTM monitors. Two 3.5 inch + tweeter and they have an internal calibration system that comes with a special mic, etc. Amazingly loud with a full-range bass response (remember 2 x 3.5 = 7 inches). I recently (4 months ago) got the Kali IN5 v2's. At first, I was not happy with the high-end and could not hear the reverb and delay trails as I could with the iLouds. Also the sub-bass was not as round, soft, and prominent as on the iLouds. In addition, the iLouds have much much more available/useable gain than the Kali's (a lot more). With all that being said, I engaged the +2db boost on the Kali's and it was a whole different world. They are superb now. I can hear the verb and delay trails, the upper mid's and highs have much more clarity and definition, and (surprisingly) the sub-bass seems more apparent and balanced and is comparable to the iLoud's. There are differences between the iLoud's and the Kali's (the iLoud's still have a softer, rounder, fuller, low-end and the stereo image is a bit different), but using both systems is working out really well. Warren, I know you reviewed the lower priced 2-way little brother of the iLoud MTM's, but you should really check out and review the MTM's too. :) -colin

[@RC32Smiths01]

These monitors sure look sweet! Thank you for the information!

[@Producelikeapro]

Glad you like them!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@Producelikeapro I do indeed!

[@DirkBelig]

I've had the Kali LP-6s for nearly two years and so far they've been great. I would consider anything they make seriously.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! That’s amazing to hear

[@longjohnsonshagwell3377]

I had a problem with one of my kalis and they went out of their way to fix it. Excellent service from a excellent company. I reccomend kalis to everyone i know.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing to hear!

[@kaliaudio]

Letting our customer service team know this!

[@miguelluismusic4181]

Kick ass review Warren... I have both the LP6s and 8s... LOVE THEM... 🔈🎯🎼⚡️💡🎚

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha indeed! Honestly if I hadn’t liked them you would have known!!

[@rocktonmusikschule]

Kali makes amazing stuff. Love my LP 6 with a subwoofer. My mixes improved so much.

[@chipshearin6845]

The IN-5 will offer serious quality to many home studios. Get them! 3way is the way!

[@tiaramisu]

Hi Warren, thanks for all the great knowledge share. Question: I'm 57 and have tinnitus at about 8-9K. Is there any tips or tricks to avoid issues when mixing or mastering with this condition. Recently back into recording after a 17 year absence. Wow has tech changed the home recording environment. Awesome stuff. Cheers!

[@Iulian.I]

I've always been looking to try Kali's speakers. I heard so many go things about them, these look pretty nice!

[@DJFxallMixX]

I have the IN-8 and love them!! Great home studio monitors.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic!! Great monitors!!

[@BoyceSoundPro]

Glad I waited on buying the IN-8. Already have HS8’s and wanted a smaller 5 or 6 inch secondary set of monitors. Getting these and the WS-12.

[@Producelikeapro]

Perfect!

[@rogercabo5545]

The same concept as in-8 would be a killer!... I will wait for..

[@allpdmusic]

Great video Warren! Moving into a smaller room in a couple of months. These would be perfect!

[@anybody4802]

thank you for the great review! is there a certain date when winners of the giveaway gonna be announced?

[@dustinthiessen]

These look really cool! Thanks for turning me on to Kali. I still really enjoy my LP6's on the daily

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic Dustin!

[@pco2004]

Love your vids Warren. I'm so curious about these Kali monitors after watching your channel. I'm coming from JBL 305s and have been looking for a front port design because of wall placement. The Kali LP6 or IN-5's seem to be what I'm looking for. Would you consider the IN-5s to be worth the difference vs the LP6s?

[@vipingkumar]

hi i m curently using lsr 305 (first release). did u buy in5? pls get me updated

[@simonsmith2642]

I got the Kali LP 8 version, and I have to say, they aren’t as loud as I expected, but they sound fantastic. Think HS8... which I love. Side by side the mix sounds almost identical. How I use the dip switches... I have high freq hearing loss. So I use them to flatten it out for MY hearing loss. Then flip them flat and perfect 👌 I no longer need to use my wife’s ears to check my high frequencies. And the low end on the LP8 is exceptional. Not as loud as you think, very clean and clear. Great bang for the buck.

[@wadewilliams1892]

Kali use a wonderful wide sound field, very very accurate,have good depth, tight even when pushed by bass driven music. I bought Genelec’s 8020’s whilst studying Sound Engineering and Music Produxtion .. highs were too harsh hurting my ears - bought the Kali’s at half the price - more accurate - translated near perfectly to other systems ..🧤

[@kaliaudio]

So glad to hear it! Translation is everthing!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Wade! Thanks for sharing!

[@Ricksterpt]

Love your channel Warren. I have Dynaudio Core 59's and love them, I'm thinking about getting these for a second look at my mixes. I bought the Focal Evo's and absolutely HATED them and returned them. Focal only made changes to the look of the Speakers and defitnatly not the sound of them. So I guess I'll give these a try. Keep it coming Warren. Thank you.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks for sharing Rick!

[@ninjaneer1974]

Thanks so much. These monitors are fantastic sounding and such great value. I have them sitting horizontally with the proper dip switches in the “on” position. I also shelved the highs. A little bright for my taste. Right now, they’re sounding so good. Thanks again!

[@ivanidea4027]

Now these are what I’ve been waiting for! Definitely Getting these!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic

[@ivanidea4027]

I wanted something like this to fill in the gaps between my Adam A77x

[@ivanidea4027]

Btw your the best and my favorite channel! 👍

[@MuLtI1970_MIDI_channel]

Hi, Just wanted to let you know that your video was the one that let me decide to get these IN-5's. Great review, still after 3 years. Thanks a lot man! I'm also following Present Day Productions and i'm pleased that you joined them to make some video's together. Keep up the good work! Cheers from Belgium Johan

[@DaveSteele07]

I love my LP6's!! I'm still not sure about what I am hearing is right since this is the first time using studio monitors on my own! RIP Rupert Neve!!

[@mroates]

Hey Warren, do you have any plans to review the Output Frontier Monitors soon? Very interested to hear you thoughts. Thanks, Bryan

[@ronnieduignan]

Great review. That track is a monster!!! Great production

[@chinmeysway]

Glad to be reminded to flip the switches on the backs; the sizable dip at 10k has me feeling like I can’t quite mix the highs adequately!

[@thomas.cloutier-guay]

"The IN-5 introduces a new amplifier platform that reduces self-noise by 12 dB" thats some good news!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, indeed!!

[@xmun2450]

I bought the IN-8's but sent them back because they were so noisy , might have to give these a try . Do you know if its still a class D amp ?

[@thomas.cloutier-guay]

@@xmun2450 it probably still is. As for the noise, i ended buying a pair of in-5 and there is no noticeable noise coming from them, even at less than a meter. they do lack sub bass, so im thinking of getting a sub somewhere down the line to complement them.

[@acimbobby]

Rupert gone you said, oh what a genius of sound. What a shame.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, terrible loss indeed!

[@yackohoopy]

This would be an AMAZING addition to my UA Apollo. This would be the absolute base of my recording area.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing

[@yackohoopy]

@@Producelikeapro, Of course, Warren. Your tips and tricks have really upped my game. And I will always be thankful for that.

[@Producelikeapro]

@@yackohoopy wow! Thanks ever so much!! I'm glad to be able to help in any way I can!

[@marc_leblanc]

I have been planning on pulling the trigger on some less expensive monitors but maybe I'll wait on these.

[@Producelikeapro]

They came out today!

[@luminousbrilliance1711]

Save up-these will work for an entire lifetime. :-)

[@tradehut2782]

This is what I've been waiting for. A less noiser in8. This is goin to be my upgrade from the LP6

[@acimbobby]

we're huge fans of Kali, I am I know. If that is a Dual Concentric HF/MR unit that is gonna be great for imaging and improve the mid's on your mixing. Also if they do a new speaker 6inch bass with the new unit the price will maybe go up a bit but would maybe give a tad extra output around 40Hz. If you get these new ones, and if Warren says they are VERY GOOD, HE MEANS IT. (I got the Kali 6)

[@V12_smoke]

I see Songs In The Key of Life on the console. Probably my favorite album of all time. Been a fan of Produce Like A Pro to a while too.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Agreed, such a masterpiece of an album!!

[@Beatledave7]

Hi Warren, for monitors I'm using Tannoy Reveal 502s which sound very well balanced & also the reissue Auratone 5Cs. I will also us headphones to check & mixes seem to translate very nicely everywhere.

[@a.nadeau537]

really loved the lp-6's, I tried the in-8, didn't like it, too muddy, maybe the in-5 will produce better bass. Overall, not enough top end for me, but for the price range they are so good. thanks for the review !

[@bbfoto7248]

I think that the IN-5 will produce better/tighter MIDBASS, but probably not as DEEP as the IN-8, but still keep the excellent mids and highs due to the coincident midrange/tweeter drivers. Compared to the IN-8, I feel that the IN-5 will have a bit more clarity in the mids & highs and better image focus due to less IMD overall. With the IN-5, they can cross over the 5" midwoofers higher, which limits the overall xmax/excursion on the midrange driver to 1mm. With and 8" driver that is crossed over too high, it starts to beam much much sooner than a 5.5" driver, and the consistency in dispersion/directivity between the midwoofer and the midrange is compromised. When using concentric drivers, because the midrange driver's cone also acts as a "waveguide" for the tweeters (HF), the more the midrange cone moves due to in/out excursion, the more IMD is created from the midrange cone movement modulating the HF wave propagation from the tweeter....i.e. worse comb filtering. I've worked with a lot of concentric drivers recently in DIY designs...most recently the excellent BMS 5CN162HE concentrics (combined with some Ciare 10" midwoofers), and keeping the excursion of the midrange cone to a minimum when using a concentric driver always improves the focus, clarity, and spatial 3D imaging/soundstage. I would give the new IN-5 a listen, especially now that they've improved the self-noise via a new amplifier design, which previously was a deal-breaker for me when listening in a near-field environment.

[@vipingkumar]

in8 is missing the bass region. i have listened to them in a studio. good at mid and highs.

[@07wrxtr1]

I got a deal on the adam t5v’s and paired with a kali w6-2 sub; wanted the in5’s but then I wouldn’t have enough for a sub….

[@SilverStrings25]

These or the Eves?

[@yens99]

Speaking of speakers, the speakers of my house are Kali LP8's and they are telling the truth.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's wonderful to hear!!

[@runonesbeats1983]

Hi warren, love all your videos they are super helpful :) I have a question for you and would love and value your opinion. I’m torn between the barefoot footprint 01 and the focal trio be 6. I noticed you have the focal 11’s what would you recommend between the 2 sets of speakers?

[@mypetdrgn]

interestingly enough...just listening through this setup the Kali is a bit much on the low end... I use sonarworks as well so I suppose it would help. but they do seem good for entry level

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks for sharing

[@MishaPitsenko]

Self noise out of the tweeters is definitely a thing with my LP-6’s.

[@DVILAIN]

Nice review. I like your approach to it.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@sergeantfragton700]

Hi there! Great video first of all and thank you for once again being the first to review them :) Short question there...how would you include a software like sonarworks when working with a console? I'm running 32Ch IN and OUT....but that means I can't use their software in the normal way....how could I get it to work? Working with a Midas M32 and Pro Tools.

[@jeffhuehn1903]

Hi Warren, I'm finally getting semi-serious about a pair of monitor speakers (moving up from IK iLoud Micro Monitors), I know you liked the Kali LP-6's and I've been looking at them for a while but should I talk myself into the IN-5's at twice the price? How do they compare?

[@tomasspacey6828]

I feel they try to compensate for small bass driver by huge bass reflex port but while it provides for fair amount of bass it also makes it muddy and lying around there as inevitably it also implies bigger phase issue ... My solution: Close the port by foam and forget about big low end ( while it gives more musical 12dB roll of instead of 18dB slope ) AND/or add a sub . Whoever wants solid bass dirrectly from nearfiels still has to go for bigger drivers in them looks like . I like the top mid approach and would like to listen to it more closely . Thanx for interesting review

[@martin.cloutier]

Hey Warren how are you doing? Warren I would be currious about what would you chose, the Kali IN-5 or the Focal Alpha 65 EVO ? Man keep doing your things it is always a pleasure to whatch. Rock on

[@matthewpiatt]

I LOVE my Kali Audio LP-8s. I was wondering where yours went :)

[@cansalsa]

Great video & insights into the IN-5. Was looking for a sub to bolster my current BX8 mains then saw your vid on Kali site. Now thinking the Kali WS-12 sub paired up with these little beauties will definately do the job with their coaxial squawker & tweeter and give me a better focussed near-field rig for mixing on - I HOPE. Thanks for the tip :)

[@psychedelicsoundsinc.9493]

Great speakers!! Any differences soundwise with the IN-8's (except for the low end and the selfnoise) ????

[@kaliaudio]

The IN-8s also have lower distortion!

[@jakobole]

I use them with the Adam sub 7. Works really well

[@nicolassecretin7834]

Would love to see some more subwoofer reviews!

[@Producelikeapro]

Great idea!!

[@nicolassecretin7834]

@@Producelikeapro thanks for replying! I do think a lot of us already have speakers, but subwoofers... Damn they are hard to choose and understand ! 😬😬😅

[@L.Scott_Music]

Thanks for telling me to wait. Not disappointed.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fabulous!! Glad to be able to help

[@darrenross9168]

Hi Warren, Great review, thank you, all the best.

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Darren! Thanks for watching!

[@autopilotmiscreants]

"Heck no, those are $8,000 speakers". Love that honesty.

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha indeed!

[@paulEmotionalaudio]

Another nice pair of speakers from the folks at Kali. I'd be interested to know how they compare to the LP range?

[@HollerAtcherBoi]

Warren you’re the man. Thank you for always giving us top quality content. I’m curious, when you were switching back and forth between monitors, you had to adjust the volume to keep things consistent. I have to do the same thing. I’ve been wondering lately, would it be better to set the speaker volumes on the back of the speaker so that the volume doesn’t change when switching between them? Would love your opinion

[@kaliaudio]

Hey Matthew! First of all, for every spec except LF extension, the IN-5s are an upgrade from the LP-8. If you still want that LF, the IN-8s are a great option. For speaker switching, a lot of switchers have a gain compensation control so that you can set each speaker to have the same output. Warren changes out speakers fairly often to demo things, which I think is why he doesn't have such a control dialed in here. But if you've got A and B monitors, this is easy enough to do with most monitor controllers. Hope this helps!

[@peterbrandt7911]

Thank you for showing!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Peter!

[@DJ-Daz]

wOw, I love the sound of "Little Empire" and that song Too Bad.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@robertw1871]

Been happy with my LP8s, they are a little big though. These might be more at home on a desk... been eyeing the new sub they came out with, would love to see a review of that... don’t really need a sub, but sometimes some extended low would be fun...

[@kaliaudio]

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[@BuriedAudioUK]

Acoustic engineer specialising in studio monitors, break in is usually done by the manufacturer of the transducer (driver) however some companies who make their own transducers (like adam) tend to leave that to the consumer, tho some definitely do it in house. Regarding the kali's, I'm endlessly impressed. They're the only monitors that I've struggled to get as accurate on a budget for diy one of designs, them and the adam t8vs, one genuine consideration for companies I'd love to work for if I ever leave my current employer.

[@Producelikeapro]

Great! Thanks ever so much! Yes, Kali are breaking the mould!

[@jalapainyo]

Fantastic! Do you happen to know if Kali has reduced the noise on the IN-8? Cheers, Warren

[@kaliaudio]

IN-8 is the same as it ever was. We are working on across the board improvements and we'll announce them (loudly) as they come.

[@DiaSimeAudioMax]

For me, i do all my work on my genelecs 8040. really love them

[@oliivioljy9700]

Buy genelec ones dsp loudspeakers they are oufff... fu..k they are SUPER GREAT

[@TheDigitalMedia]

I know you meant good but why compare a Hyundai (Kalis) with say a Porsche (Gens). Can't do that bro! I was about to buy the Kalis but after hearing this AB test now I'm back to square one. Darn it! Haha.

[@brucenowlin6554]

I'm curious which of the two is better (presents a more accurate picture) the Kali IN8 or the Fluid FX80?

[@dreamcat4]

Just wondering if you can also review the new Adam t7v monitors. Supposed to be great for a low budget option.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Talking to Adam now, hoping to get speakers to review soon enough!

[@dreamcat4]

@@Producelikeapro Awesome man! Thanks so much

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@Espresso101]

Yes, would love an honest comparison of the Adams and Kali.

[@uptownphotography]

Hi Warren. I could really use your advice. (and great video!...as always) I am on the fence whether to get the Kali Audio 3-Way IN-5 model or the Kali Audio IN-8, 3-Way Studio Monitors. The new control room that I am currently building (for a pretty well equipped hybrid home studio) is 13' wide by about 18' deep. For that size control room do you think the IN-5s or IN-8s would be a better choice? I think I prefer the 8s, but not sure they would be right for my size room. There's only a $100 difference between the two versions. I would value your input (no pun intended!) as you have heard both versions in your studio. Thanks. Philip From The NYC Area

[@LukeBass1000]

Pretty chuffed I could accurately pick up the differences before Warren pointed them out...the ear training is working!

[@Producelikeapro]

That’s great to hear!!

[@steveo8424]

These are great speakers. I have n LCR of them. Kali please make a sub with surround bass management.

[@rookierunnersacademy]

If given the choice, would you use the IN-5s or the LP-6s????

[@Producelikeapro]

IN-5’s are amazing

[@officialWWM]

Ahhh, perfect timing Warren. Im in the market for a new pair of monitors. Time to stop using my 1000watt QSC floor monitors, lol.

[@kaliaudio]

To be fair, the IN-5s are a terrible floor wedge.

[@officialWWM]

@@kaliaudio lol, Ill keep the QSCs for that job :)

[@Producelikeapro]

haha what they aren't good floor monitors? Haha

[@Producelikeapro]

haha I would definitely keep the QSC for that job! haha

[@officialWWM]

How long before I can get these in Australia? I think you should send me some to review :D :D

[@rayNmanMusic808]

Got my IN-8s would love the Independence babies!

[@Standard.Candle]

Have the winners been announced yet? I'm new to the channel and don't know where to look :)

[@louselfridge517]

I was about to purchase the Genelec 8040’s (The One’s), should I save lots of money and get these? Or is the difference so big that I should get the genelecs?

[@oliivioljy9700]

The genelec sam/dsp ones is superior sound. They are the best of the best onmarket today.

[@mamangsbi.1005]

I always ❤️ music n indeed it's my hobby ever since my young days till date as life without music is dull.