BEST STUDIO MONITORS for Mixing & Music Production at home
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I compare the bests studio monitors for home studios. I tested the best 5 inch studio monitors with blind tests, with hip hop, edm, trap, pop, and rock music. These are the top studio monitors between $160 and $400. This lists include JBL 305p, KRK rokit 5, Presonus Eris E5, Adam Audio T5V, Yamaha HS5, Mackie CR5 and Monoprice SV25 monitors. This is the best studio monitors review.
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Which monitors do you use? Comment here.
I don't have any monitors but after watching this Video I will choose my favroites sir.😇
Kali Audio Lp-6 . Love them and they're priced in the same range .
Adam A5X - have them for years and never felt the need to switch since.
Just got my PreSonus monitors a few months ago - they've changed the game for me! Thx for the knowledge Sanjay! 😊
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 ?
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.
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
You are right. I did the same on consumer speakers for quality check
True!
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.
I am building my home recording studio for the first time.
I find your videos extremely helpful on every area of the studio.
Thanks.
Great to hear!
I love that you tried out so many different tests to see how they would vary. Great information thank you!
It was awesome being in the studio and seeing what went into putting this video together!
Thanks for your help making this video!!
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.
Thanks so much Greg!
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 👍
I really appreciate that. How's your studio coming along?
@@SanjayC Very well thank you, I have most of the equipment I need and I am very happy with it thanks to you
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.
GREAT choice! I'm really loving the JBLs. I never want to let the go....sooooo good for the price
I’m happy since two years with the jbl. Pro mixing engineer here since 17 years
about to buy those. was the choise good?
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! 👏
Wow, thanks!
@@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?
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!
Definitely! Used is a great option. I buy used stuff a lot
Which generation of rokit you got? Thanks
I love the smoothness of the video and your vibe! 👏🏽
Thank you so much!!
Just a slight correction regarding the KRKs - they don’t only support XLR inputs - they actually have a Neutrik combo TRS/XLR input jack.
i was thinking this when it was said too
do you know if you can plug simultaneously a phone (for music listening) and an interface?
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...
Man you're my savior, this vid just came right in time when I needed to pick some good speakers!
What Did you choose?
@@maharshikondvilkar3051 Picked up the Yamaha HS5
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!
Haha...yeah, its a pretty cool look and sound.
@@SanjayChow about presonus Eris 4.5
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.
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
Your channel is literally everything I’ve needed 🤙🏽
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.
Go get ARC 3 or Sonarworks you will find that they are FAR from flat.
2:46
The perfectionist in my mind is crying on this moment
LOLOL!!!!
why so?
@@fregia6292 Speakers not centred on the stand. OCD FREAKOUT!
Exactly the video I was looking for thank you so much Sanjay!
My pleasure
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.
Your reviews are priceless! You're the industry standard of how reviews should be made :)
I really appreciate that. Thanks, Fredo
@@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.
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.
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
He’s so honest and gives great advice
Nice review. Clear, concise, told us what we needed to know without the waffle found in other reviews.
Thank you.
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.
Watching this after already ordered my krk rokit 5 g4 monitors, glad I made a good choice, excited to get them in
How did those krk work out for you? Currently looking at my options 🤔
@@BAD_LUX 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 👍
@@BAD_LUX go with the yamha's hs5 if you plan to add a sub.
Man I love your energy. And that is a fantastic review. I will check out more of your work.
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.
The Yamaha HS makes one feel they are right in front of the performance, the instruments are just dead accurate.
you beat yourself in quality with every upload
Long awaited video! Great job, Sanjay, in covering the top monitors for 2020. Most helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for making this I’ve been thinking of upgrading and needed exactly this video to help my decision
You’re welcome.
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
Glad to hear you love the JBLs
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🔥🔥🔥🔥
Here it is!!!! Great video as always!
Edit: I’ll use the links whenever I’ll get one of these.
I really appreciate that, my friend! True fam. And it helps me buy more gear for future videos. Much love.
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.
Excellent choice!!! Yeah, those 305s are amazing
Excellent Video!! Thank You!
🤩🤯 🔥 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?! 🤣 😂💡😜
Wow thanks for all the emojis! Love you babe!
Damn so much supporttt. I jeed this on my videos 😂😂
@@varunnarayanan3477 😂 LOL! Sure! I’ll be there! There’s never such thing as ‘too much positive vibes (support)’ 😊
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.
Thanks mate, in my area the classic 7 is less than €100 extra for a set
Cheers man
Such an excellently presented video, thank you!
Thank you for the review Sanjay!
Dang im fast, great work sanjay been waiting ⚡
Thanks 😊
Love the reviews man keep em coming!
Thanks Vertex! How are you doing?
@@SanjayC pretty good. Been making a beat everyday now
Yes! Its finally here! ❤️
Thanks for being patient. This was a crazy video to try to create!
@@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 💥❤️
Thanks Sanjay! I bought the Adam audio t 7v for extra bass and they arrived yesterday and I love them thank you!!
Soendy
The KRK you showed has a combo jack that would take both XLR and Unbalanced input
Thanks for that correction. My mistake!
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
Aaron Parnell yes
@@aaronparnell31 there is xlr to 1/4 btw but there is a difference in symmetric and unsymmetric/ or balanced unbalanced cable's
@@aaronparnell31 Yep
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.
Thanks. Only XLR didn't make sense to me and I didn't know such a duo input existed
Thank you for this amazing breakdown video!
You are always on point Sanjay! Thanks🔥💯🔥💯🔥💯🔥
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!!
After a year, how are they?
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
@@royalstudioofficial1651 get a job then
One of the best youtube channel i've seen :D great comparison Sanjay! i think i now know what to choose
Hey thanks so much. Which ones are you getting?
@@SanjayC Saving up for the KRK's :D
Awesome video Sanjay, love the way you explain everything 🔥❤️
Thank you so much 😀
Yes! The video I’ve been looking for! Thanks!
Glad I could help!
Nice and well detailed! I think when I get monitors, definitely going with the Adam Audio ones.
Good choice!
Wow, it looks like you could get like a theatre sound effect with THAT much speakers:)
Haha...you're right. Maybe I should create a 16.1 theater!!!! LOL!
@@SanjayC 🙌🏾😳😳
@@SanjayC would be a good yt video
This is amazing! What I've been waiting for a very long time.
Hey Brodie! What do you think of the video?
Hs5s are the best in my opinion.
also the speaker stack is awesome. Reminds me of Huge Marshall amp stacks.
Amazing when you compare different products SanjayC! Excellent video! Thank you 🙏
Glad you liked it
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 😂
I would've loved to include them but I wanted to keep the price range low.
At last..
Here it is ❤💯😅
Thank you soo much 💯
You're very welcome! Which ones are your favorite
@@SanjayC JBL 305P looks amazing.. 💯❤
🎉 great reviews, I ended getting the KRK Rokit5 thanks to your reviews ❤ thank you.
I just LOVED this video!!! Awesome job man!
Using JBL Professional 305PMKII and satisfied...
I just noticed your new youtube header image. Looks neat!! 👏
SWONIC, the legend is here! Thanks man. I needed to refresh the banner!
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!
Thank you for that nice compliment. Glad you liked the video!
Oooooh, I was waiting for this. Thank you for the excellent review.
Hope you enjoy it!
@@SanjayC Very much so!
OH finally!! it's an INCREDIBLE video. by the way, I'm nearly done making the beat ;)
Wow! I can't wait to hear it!!!!!
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:)
Thanks for sharing your experience with the Adams!
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.
You just got a new subscriber, this video was amazing thank you 🎉 I’m looking forward to get me the KRK’s
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.
I meant to say mark 2 on the Mackie’s, for some reason I can’t edit my post.
Just saw the price of them 😭no wonder they translate better
@@DM-jo5ko lol
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. :)
Don't bogart that J, my friend... (And all you say is pretty much what I think too.)
Here is my like for you my good man. Very good Job!
This is so good I had to subscribe! Awesome, Thank you!
Thanks for the sub!
Never clicked so fast!! I'm looking for good monitors rn!
Which ones are you going to get?
@@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
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
Nice! Thanks for sharing your experience
Subscribed!...and KRKs ordered, thanks so much 😊
Thank you for subscribing. And I hope you enjoy the KRKs...they're awesome
all studio monitor see together is so mind blowing and I always enjoy your content :)
Thank you, Afia!
The Presonus Eris E5 are available for just 209 € here in Europe. For that price they are the Perfect Deal!
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.
Yes Sanjay❤️😍 these are my contents
Happy to help you with my videos! 😊
i love your reviews...they are so informative...
Thank you so much!
Thanks for the suggestions, definitely considering those KRKs and the Adams.
Both are awesome!
Don't go with KRK.. Spend the extra on Adam's. Upgrade to their 8" woofer for more bass. KRK are the bottom of any studio speaker list.
@@coryseaward975 facts. i highly regret my g4 purchase. i already had t5s
The krk doesnt have only XLR, its a combo conection, you also can conect a TRS
made me laugh when he said that and immediately cut to shot of the combo jack lmao
Mais vídeos com legendas em português por favor!!!! Obrigado!!!
I love this man ❤️🔥
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
Most awaited video
Woohoo! Thanks for the support, man. Which ones do you like best?
@@SanjayC yamaha HS5
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)
Excellent knowledge Sanjay C ! Huge help ! Thanks 👏👍
My pleasure
Thank you for the effort put into the video, very informative thank you
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.
Can you please review the Kali Audio Lp 6 ?
I was a bit afraid to start watching this, but I'm listening this video on my lovely JBLs :-) great channel!!:-)
Excellent video ! Love it ! Excellent work kudrat ! Proud of you all 👏👌👍🤗❤️
Thank you so much 😀
Kali audio 6.5"s are best in budget!🙏
i will go with jbl because its budget friendly and the sound quality is sooo awesome
Yes, I totally agree. Great sound from those JBLs.
Agree. JBLs !!!
Really clear, well made review! 🙏🏻
Great review, thanks.
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.
HS8’s 👌🏿💯
Hey thanks for all the vids man