iLoud Micro Monitors HONEST REVIEW

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    These little monitors are so much better than you'd guess.

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  • @artbasss
    @artbasss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ordered them today. Can’t wait to try them out. Thanx for the review.

  • @suntired
    @suntired 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've been using these since they came out. I live in a tiny apt. and was mixing solely on headphones. These were a big improvement for my mixes, and the portability/size for my small setup is perfect. My only real complaint is that I wish my amp sims sounded better/were more inspiring to play through the iLouds when just using them to play/practice guitar.

    • @dontrush6303
      @dontrush6303 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Likely your tone not monitors ;)

    • @mookytc
      @mookytc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amp sims do not sound good? Ready to buy these but amp sims are my thing. Don't want to waste money.

    • @Stringprodigy
      @Stringprodigy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mookytc you can always get a refund

  • @harwin7430
    @harwin7430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review. I've been doing all my mixes on headphones because all I had previously was crappy logitech speakers. Decided to finally buy proper speakers and these would be perfect for my limited space.

  • @kennyhammeken114
    @kennyhammeken114 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Got a pair. Love them. Always been mixing on genelecs and ns10. These little guys rock!!!

    • @ChrisBessy
      @ChrisBessy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you can mix on them ?

  • @Aldoborzoni
    @Aldoborzoni 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Lewin. Great review. Mine are M-Audio Studio Pro 4, and I got used to them but I'll be super-happy to get new, fresh ones. My space is very limited, so I'm looking forward to next week, and having a chance to get a pair of those. Thank you.

  • @Asuma492
    @Asuma492 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much this review came just in time! I trust your word I've been a long time subscriber.

  • @eshmekov
    @eshmekov 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unbelievable lows on these are actually a psychoacoustic type of thing. Resonance is tuned for a lower harmonics of sounding wave, so your brain hears those harmonics and builds up a "big" sound. Same thing, for example, happening with Edifier HD25, but they additionally have passive resonance driver, and they sound even more bassy.

  • @crisbochguitar
    @crisbochguitar 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I want them! Thank you very much for this review and all your tutorials :-)

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah there was a little stray clip left at the end by accident. I have to edited in TH-cam, but apparently it takes FOREVER to edit it.

  • @SCubelaahhh
    @SCubelaahhh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    02:51 - 02:53 “..negative 55 hertz..” hahaha.. thanks for the review Lewin!

  • @johnnybermudez
    @johnnybermudez 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    appreciate the honest review! Done I'm buying them...THANKS BROSKI!

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love love love mine! Here's a link if you need it AMAZON: goo.gl/v1oJkk

  • @whoozl3540
    @whoozl3540 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a lot for your review! I am looking for speakers for my closet studio and the iLouds are amongst the few speakers I'm considering to buy. You seem to really like them, as do other producers, and... they're affordable! I actually might get a pair of these!

  • @imanbs
    @imanbs 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The reason I've been considering to get it, apparently, is its multi-source connection to mix with instruments, and with bluetooth devices, as well. What is still in doubt, to me, is how it's going to sound outdoor, since I am also thinking of taking it out for busking, though it doesn't seem to matter too much, eventually. It is a pair of monitor speakers. :-)

  • @giubin
    @giubin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Purchased and they are incredible good.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I still love mine! They're the most underrated small monitors on the market.

    • @giubin
      @giubin ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@GaragebandandBeyond Thanks for share your impressions with your videos man!

  • @JS-wd2bk
    @JS-wd2bk ปีที่แล้ว

    Also have the bx8, and tbh I like the sound of the ilouds more.Will they allow to make better mix translations? Will see.

  • @guneyozsan
    @guneyozsan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, this is what a review should be like.

  • @TrevorMarty69
    @TrevorMarty69 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, that surprises me because I always thought they were like 'candy-monitors'. I'm glad to hear your thoughts. That's cool. I'll give them some more thought.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought the same thing when I saw the box, they are much better than I guessed!

  • @SalahMusicOfficial
    @SalahMusicOfficial ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi,
    I'm debating between these and KRK Rokit 5. Any suggestions for me? Don't have studio monitors for my small room yet. I mix on headphones right now.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What size is your room and is it acoustically treated at all?

    • @SalahMusicOfficial
      @SalahMusicOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond the room is 9.5ft by 11 ft. Desk is against the shorter wall.

    • @SalahMusicOfficial
      @SalahMusicOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond i have a little bit of treatment. Have small on the big flat walls in the center.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@SalahMusicOfficial For a room that size and considering you're just getting started in the process the iLoud monitors would be FANTASTIC for you. Here an amazon link for you amzn.to/39QJWZK It is an affiliate link, if you'd like to help the channel a little bit please use it. They're the same price, but I get a tiny slice of the pie.

    • @SalahMusicOfficial
      @SalahMusicOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond absolutely my dude! I'll get these using the link you provided

  • @steppbrooEFT
    @steppbrooEFT 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bx8's has quite a hyped low mids and low end, hence the difficulty to spot the minute differences
    they're great for doing overall low end balances tho, you get a really good idea of how it sounds on good consumer speakers

  • @seibertdr
    @seibertdr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lewin, I just bought these on Black Friday for 100 dollars off. I say, I am totally impressed with these speakers. I can feel the bass in my floor from these. I did not think they would do that. Sound great too. How would you set your EQ. I have it set to desk. Thanks for the review.

  • @FriedEgg101
    @FriedEgg101 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought these recently, and I like them. I got them on sale at amazon. However, I also have 8" monitors and I would not say that these micro monitors translate the bass almost identically to 8" speakers. Not even slightly. To be perfectly honest the bass on the iLouds sounds artificially boosted, to the point of discomfort. I have to EQ the bass down on these little guys. Aside from that though I love them. They image really well and are still worth their money, especially if you buy them on sale :)

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It sounds like perhaps the room you’re using them in could use a little acoustic treatment.

    • @FriedEgg101
      @FriedEgg101 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have acoustic foam on the walls and in the corners of the room, and sit in front of both the krk rp8s and the iLouds. I just don't like the bass from the iLouds. It's not that it's lacking, it's that they try too hard imo. That's my only criticism of them though, and it doesn't particularly detract from their value. And I enjoyed your review.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries at all! I know what you mean, it takes some getting used to because there is so much more low mid information than you're getting from your KrK's especially if you're in a smaller space. But I can tell you that once you do get used to it, you'r mixes will be better than ever!
      Also if your desk is resonant, that will negatively affect the tone.

  • @ChakrasMusicLab
    @ChakrasMusicLab 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The current price is more, is it same or new version with any difference?

  • @JohnsonInc999
    @JohnsonInc999 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your comments on the high end response being "Duller". In terms of mixing would you say that is somewhat a fault or would you say that it attributed to to being a flat response that will help with mixing accuracy for mastering and getting a even final for listening in other devices ? Thanks.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good question. I wouldn't say it's a "fault", it's just how they sound. It's just something you have to get used to, like any new monitors you'd get.
      But I still use them everyday here in my studio.

    • @JohnsonInc999
      @JohnsonInc999 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. I guess what I mean is if you are mixing with these and the high end is not what you want, does that mean the monitors are telling you to make adjustments for your final mix to bring more of the higher frequencies to your mix, or overall the highs are just less no matter what you do ? Thanks for the quick response. I see so many conflicting reviews on every speaker, I see alot of reviews referring to them as multi media speakers, but IK call them "Reference Monitors". I also have Maudio BX8's and love they way they sound jamming tunes, but have found their accuracy to be a learning curve. Like I have to pump more lows in my mix through them for the final mix to sound good outside my mixing room. So I want accuracy so when I mix I can just know they are going to translate with minimum remixes to the real world. Thanks.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I understand, but there's a learning curve for every set of monitors really. I would say that it has helped keep my high end in check actually. If the mix sounds really bright on the iLouds, then you know for sure that it is too bright.
      Also keep in mind that your mixing space is going to play a HUGE role in how you're hearing the speakers. Monitor stands are nice, at least getting them isolated form a desk is always good. Plus make sure you're in in a corner or something. And of course acoustic treatment is always nice if you're in a bedroom type space.

  • @tomjones2348
    @tomjones2348 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done! I'm going to check these out.

  • @surikaten4400
    @surikaten4400 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it really necessary to calibrate these monitors? Or are they fine right out of the box

  • @SmeagolTheBeagle
    @SmeagolTheBeagle 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love your advice/opinion. I want something to run my Nord piano 3 through. Just bedroom set up. But i also want something that's going to sound great for when i start making electronic music and when I go to sleep and listen to my sweet sweet symphonies. I debated KRK 5s and then i saw these puppies. What are your thoughts? Thanks, great video btw.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ezra Nixon in all honesty I would probably buy the iLouds. Those KRK monitors have sort of fallen out of popularity amongst most people. I have heard both and I only own one of them.
      I would definitely say that they have an equal amount of low-end as well. But the iLouds have better mids for sure.
      And from what you’re describing, it sounds like the Micro monitors would be perfect for your application.

    • @SmeagolTheBeagle
      @SmeagolTheBeagle 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for the sharp response homie. i guess my main concern is i want my nord piano to come alive, ive been using headphones or a small single bose speaker it has not been ideal hahah. Thanks again mate.

    • @josemiguelcarrizo7373
      @josemiguelcarrizo7373 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SmeagolTheBeagle What did you do in the end? I`m looking for a pair for my Kawai ES8 to improve its sound. Thanks.

  • @GeorgeHzMusic
    @GeorgeHzMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey grate vid! Do I need to buy an audio interface to plug these monitors to a MAC?

  • @justinTime077
    @justinTime077 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you tried the MTM? I’m interested in it for its built in room-calibration.. I am looking for monitors that will work well with my Line 6 Helix 🧬
    Someone recommended them, and I know nothing at all about monitors. I’m new to the world of caring about the sound I’m getting 😄

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I have! th-cam.com/video/9YryU_BLC10/w-d-xo.html

  • @georgeorwell1090
    @georgeorwell1090 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    are there any noise in the speaker? there are some user complain that the poor build quality let the speaker has some noise

  • @zpurpz
    @zpurpz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im here trying to decide whether I should stick to my mixcubes or just get these :P

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ZpurpZ If your mix cubes are your only monitors, I would definitely recommend getting these. I absolutely love my mix cubes, don’t get me wrong! However being able to reference low-end is really a good thing!
      I recently made a follow up video, basically a one year later review. You should check that out too.
      Last thing, if you buy it using the link that I provided my more info area, you can help support my channel with no extra cost to yourself! It would be really appreciated.

  • @accentontheoff
    @accentontheoff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which speaker would you recommend as the best for an untreated room. Thanks.

  • @djkokolo1787
    @djkokolo1787 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm thinking about buying these as my 2nd mix translation device Before I go to my car. I also have a single Auratone 5c. How well does your mixes translate in real world after using these.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My mixes translate very well off of these and into the real world. Have you seen the new ones? The MTM's are also great!

    • @djkokolo1787
      @djkokolo1787 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond Yes. They seem to have made them more for studio now they look great. For me I'm getting the old ones I just need them for mix translation. Thanks.

  • @themodularmodular
    @themodularmodular 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Wondering how powerful are these for synths through audio interface, especially in bass department? My concern is these would fart/distorted when get pushed by loud bass with square wave. Thanks

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you were really cranking the volume, you MIGHT be able to push these too hard. But at normal listening levels they're great!

  • @jojo-fj7lw
    @jojo-fj7lw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If ure given a choice of either Iloud or Yamaha H5, which would u pick? I need ur advice 🙏

  • @eladreltuc
    @eladreltuc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to buy a set. How would I hook it to my apogee ensemble thunderbolt? WOuld I buy 2 XLR to RCA cables?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m pretty sure they will come with all the cables you will need.

    • @tontaun
      @tontaun 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've never worked on the Apogee interface that you have, but what I can see from pictures, then you'll have to get a Jack to RCA cable. And you have to buy it separately as they don't include it in the box (e.g. m.thomann.de/dk/the_sssnake_spr2015.htm)

  • @TheGwarGaru
    @TheGwarGaru 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the review!

  • @amanieux
    @amanieux 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    how does it compare to the similar sized and priced Genelec 8010 APM ? thanks

  • @marineman2298
    @marineman2298 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry for the newb question, would these be a reasonable choice to use as FRFR in a small practice room, guitar through a Line 6 Helix modeler?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a GREAT question in fact! They would be PERFECT for that!! These were built for small untreated spaces!
      And if you buy them from the link in the "more info" area you'll help out my channel with NO extra cost to yourself.

  • @MICKEYISLOWD
    @MICKEYISLOWD 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really want these monitors to take away with me for listening to music while I am away working or on holiday however for recording, I own the Adam SX with the almighty ribbon Tweeters. The top end on these spks is stunningly evident as soon as you hear them because they move air and information 4 times more efficiently than any piston design also they are as silky sounding as you can possibly imagine. My concern is as I am so accustomed to the Adams would I struggle to adjust to the IK monitors being that they are not very bright..? I know they are adjustable and one can brighten up any track but for leisurely music listening are they too much of a transition...?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are never going to be as good as the Adams, but they are exceptionally good for the are. The high end is NOT brittle at all and very pleasing to the ear. And if you buy them through the link in the “more info” area of this video, I’ll make a little money off of it with no extra charge for you!

  • @GaragebandandBeyond
    @GaragebandandBeyond  7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I don't think I look red enough in this video! ahahah #BadColorCorrection

    • @IntheDAW
      @IntheDAW 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it could use more red I agree

    • @lakanmusic
      @lakanmusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The redder the better I always say.

  • @mariusANU
    @mariusANU 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, are you going to review the new MTM from Ik multimedia? Thx

  • @jonvincentmusic
    @jonvincentmusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice review Lewin, but you do know that your 24 minute video is basically dead air after 11:11 right?

  • @jonathanleonard9507
    @jonathanleonard9507 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will these go well with a subwoofer? I've got a krk 8 inch subwoofer. Will the speakers sound less bassy when it is connected to the woofer? I want to switch to them from a KRK Rokit 5, is that ok?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      No they do not need a sub. And I personally do not recommend using subs for mixing.

    • @jonathanleonard9507
      @jonathanleonard9507 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond well its because i already have the sub and my uses are just for gaming, listening to music and movies. Not gonns do any mixing.

  • @pablosevola4117
    @pablosevola4117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello, i bought a pair of ilouds and have some bass port noise below the 65hz at about three four bars to maximun volume, ik tells me that is a defect and i should change the unit but my seller has all of his units with same behaviour, im thinking that is a design matter, can you tell me if yours do the same noise? Im using first track of massive attack mezzanine album to check and you can hear it in kicks and bass or with a tone generator is really easy to hear the noise like in this video th-cam.com/video/LXLrsfiTUWM/w-d-xo.html, thanks so much, great review!

    • @ari.2406
      @ari.2406 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just wanna ask if you still have Ilouds and use them? Did you resolve that bass resonance problem, do they work fine now? If you do happen to still own them, how long do you have them? I wanna buy them, but not if I have to return them after 3-4 months... Thanks in advance!

  • @ijohnny.
    @ijohnny. 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very fine review, thanks!

  • @ddoll3820
    @ddoll3820 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    the speakers are not working anymore, I don't know why, I have plugged them like I usually do but it doesn't work anymore

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would change the cables first, if that doesn’t fix it, contact IkMultimedia immediately! They have a great customer service department, you will be in good hands with them.

    • @ddoll3820
      @ddoll3820 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for replying, but how do I change them, by buying new ones on the website or other ones that are not specially made for the the micro monitor?

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have these. The self noise is LOUD

  • @barchingmoi3770
    @barchingmoi3770 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have these, im wondering if you can remove the front panel? looks like it can be removed, not sure though.

  • @djiatro
    @djiatro 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does it compare to Genelec 8020c or d? Thanks

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great question! I like them better than the Genelecs. The low end is better. Also I know for a fact that Warren at Produce Like A Pro, got rid of his 8020's and put in the iLouds.

    • @djiatro
      @djiatro 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond wow never really expected a reply actually. Wow again. now again, trivia time...what if u can get genelec 8020 the same cost as ik? btw u r awesome, love yr videos.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@djiatro I'd still buy the iLouds, better low end!

  • @dj4int
    @dj4int 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    M-audio tweeters sound really bad anyway..

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      dj4int Previously I would have agreed. you should watch my review of the John Hunter Acoustic panels. After properly treating my room, I realized that it wasn’t the tweeters that were terrible, it was my mixing space!!

  • @derekholiday6576
    @derekholiday6576 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey buddy.... can the i loud monitors be used for a church service and a keyboard?

  • @anthonysilva5312
    @anthonysilva5312 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you heard genalec?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes I have and I like these better. Less money, better low end!

  • @VidarW
    @VidarW 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waynes world! 🤘🏻 great demo

  • @lortakeover2129
    @lortakeover2129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saying honest review in the tittles ,But starting off saying they sent them too you , seem a lil bias ,I’m thinking about getting these but I can’t find a review of someone who spent there hard earn $300 on them ,I still love ya videos but you should change the title

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally get that, but the way I do things is this. If a company sends me something to review and I don't like it, I don't review it.
      If you see a review, I like it.

    • @frogblues
      @frogblues 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond - Why wouldn't you do a negative review of things you don't like? That would help people avoid bad products.

  • @alyxgonzales
    @alyxgonzales 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You lost me as soon as you compared these to BX8

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well you shouldn't be, because regardless, they're awesome monitors and I'm not the only one who thinks so.
      And always try to remember how subjective something like "tone" is.
      I know the BX8's aren't the best monitors in the world, but I do mix on them a lot and I get great results. I have learned how to use them, as I would have to on any pair of monitors I'd buy.
      The ilouds are a great small and portable set of monitors that somehow have a very natural and flat response. Thus, I'm reviewing them and thus, you'll see them used in some VERY pro studios as well as an option C for listening, which is exactly how I have them setup, but TBH I find myself doing a lot more on them than I ever would have guessed.
      Anyway..... I hope that helps you.

  • @recoverlostdata6756
    @recoverlostdata6756 ปีที่แล้ว

    It sounds too bassy. Not a flat sound.

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 there is no way you can tell from where you are listening. Trust me they are amazing monitors

    • @recoverlostdata6756
      @recoverlostdata6756 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GaragebandandBeyond I have three options: Edifier r1280t, Presonus Eris E 3.5 or iLoud Micro Monitor (much more expensive).
      Which option is better?

    • @GaragebandandBeyond
      @GaragebandandBeyond  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@recoverlostdata6756 I have heard all of those and the ikMultimedia ones are the best. Here is a link amzn.to/3Vuxyrv

  • @gyandeepshrestha6669
    @gyandeepshrestha6669 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need that Please offer me🙏🏻😊