Studio monitors

What is a Studio Monitor

When is a speaker not just a speaker but are we talking about a studio monitor. To the average person, there may not seem to be much difference, but music professionals know better. When working in the studio, you need to be able to hear your sound with complete clarity to make sure the recording sounds great, even on hi-fi audio systems. Studio monitors are designed for that purpose – when every note is crucial and every voice needs to be just right, you need a playback system that reproduces every nuance of the sound. Studio monitors come in two varieties: powered (or active) and non-powered (passive). When making your decision, it’s important to know the difference.

Active studio monitors

Active studio monitors have a built-in amplifier, allowing them to perform simply by connecting them to an outlet and an audio source. That makes active monitors easy to set up, so they are a good choice for a (home) studio or for audiophiles looking for the best possible sound quality when listening to their favorite music and production

Studio Monitors without a power supply, on the other hand, need an external amplifier to work. If you are a demanding professional, you may prefer a studio monitor without a built-in amplifier because you can select your own amplifiers in the studio A passive studio monitor also helps to minimize interference and buzz, since there are no electrical power supply components in the housing of the monitor itself. Whichever type of monitor sounds best for you, consider its size and power. If your studio is small, a compact pair of monitors should suffice. If you work with a larger soundstage or are looking for monitors that you can use as stereo speakers for home use, you probably want to go bigger. Another thing to keep in mind is where on the spectrum your music sits.

If you have a lot of low frequencies in your sound, go for studio monitors with larger woofers to ensure they deliver the most powerful bass. Finally, since some monitors are sold individually and others are sold in pairs, make sure you choose two for a stereo setup. A good studio monitor is not limited to just the studio – you can use it anywhere you want high-quality playback, whether that’s for recreational listening at home or for use in a professional sound booth. However you plan to use them, your studio monitors are as personal as your mixing gear, controllers and instruments, so finding the best one for your needs is just as crucial.

Your studio monitor, along with your DAW computer, s the center of your studio. With your DAW and its PC, you control everything. You are probably already familiar with it and have experienced that producing music requires a bit much from your computer. This is why we have put together our own selection for a studio monitor. These are designed so that every sound is completely clear. Ideal for recording in the studio! As a music professional you know that every note is crucial and that everything is perfectly tuned. Do you have questions or specific needs? Feel free to contact us! We like to think along with you.

Studio monitor in different variants

A powered studio monitor is the most obvious choice for the music professional. Buying a good studio monitor is step one of building a studio. It guarantees the best sound quality. There are different types available in the webshop. Are you looking for a monitor where you can connect the amplifier yourself? We also have those in our assortment. Or are you looking for a new synthesizer to use next to your studio computer? With us you will find a wide choice of different types