Hello, Guys hope you've been doing well. I can vow that after you guys see this video,
it will make you throw your basic speaker in the trash can. Why? you would say. Because
they are basically trash and bad compared to studio monitors.
In this video, I will introduce the best Under 200$ Studio Monitors.
First, we will start with something, that I don't even have to review since the name
speaks for itself, the JBL 305PMKII - I have them listed as the Most versatile since they
pretty much can be placed everywhere and do everything.
If you are looking for studio monitors that are cheap and good I think you will have quite
the trouble competing with the JBL 305PMKII, since they offer great value for the price
you get them. Even tho they are built-in at a budget price,
they still look good. Measuring 14 x 12.2 x 13.93 inches and weighing 10.12 lbs. I won't
be worried about incidental damage from the bumps since a great solid cabinet houses all
the internal components with security. It is coated with a smooth shiny plastic finish
it is flashy but it doesn't scream "Attention" like a lot of studio monitors do which is
a good thing I would say. The 70 years tradition of JBL has incorporated
some features that they have developed for their higher ends studio monitors into the
cheaper models. One of them is the double port which is how they manage to get deep
bass that I bet all of us will enjoy. It can get really loud, to the point it reaches
108 Decibel which is louder enough for a small studio and decent for a medium one. And it
can easily maintain great mids and highs. All I can say to wrap it up regarding the
JBL, they have no business to sound this good for the price they come with.
We all know that good studio monitors, don't come cheap but the PreSonus Eris E4.5, will
prove us wrong this time proving a great package for the bucks - I listed them as the Best
All-Rounders The PreSonus Eris E4.5 are great home entry
studio monitors, that will leave you shocked for the performance they offer at this cheap
price. They are two-way active speakers with 4.5 speakers. And currently competing back
to back with the JBL 305PMK II. The first thing you will notice about the
Eris is how light they are weighing only 10.12 pounds, you won't have a problem transporting
them around. And Measuring 14 x 12.2 x 13.93 inches. I know some of you will get triggered
and tell me " Oh but the lightweight means they are built cheap", Nope you are wrong
since they are solid as a rock in terms of quality, the lightweight was meant for them
to travel rather painlessly. The matte finish will blend pretty much with all studio environments
and it doesn't attract fingerprints at all. It has some gentle blue colors to help soften
the dark exterior and give those speakers a lively look. And there's the illuminated
Presonus logo that blends in quite nicely. The sound quality is just great, in a few
words, it is well balanced and is ideal for audio mixing and mastering that's why all
you aspiring DJs on a budget should not miss on Eris. The highs were quite defined and
clear mids were well-rounded and quite precise, for example, the vocals and instrument playback
was as good as its competitors who come at a much higher price. The only drawback I would
say would be the low-end it lacked some fullness and warmth but still, it was really decent
and most of us will be happy with it. All I can say is that PreSonus really did
hit a home run with those studio monitors, definitely something you should not miss out
on. Coming in next on the list we have something
from the multinational company from Japan, the Pioneer DJ Studio DM 40 - I listed them
as the Best studio monitors for DJs. Finally, the waiting moment for our fellow
DJs came, The Compact DM 40 was designed with DJs on their mind since it provides quality
music and mixing. And all these thanks to its front bass reflex speaker that delivers
rich and deep bass which also is capable of 3D stereo sound.No doubt that you will love
it while doing your DJ work. Desing-wise the DM-40 is quite sleek and attractive.
It comes in a matte black color and is quite durable and compact which makes it perfect
for smaller studio spaces. The monitors are really light and can be put even on shelves.
Weighing 12.40 lbs and measuring 15.6 x 10.6 x 13.6 inches.
The DM-40 offers high volume, which makes it great for connecting it to a DJ controller
and practicing at home. But it is not loud enough to fill a whole party but hey no one
uses studio monitors for a party anyway. Another killer feature that makes this an attractive
choice for DJs is the Full low ends that come from such a compact monitor, the first thing
that came in mind was the warm and pleasant lower range. The Mids and highs were also
clear and vibrant and the distortion was very minimal.
The Logic behind Pioneer was to gift us budget home studio speakers so the DJs can enjoy
practicing at home. And it does it without breaking the banks and at the same time, you
have some quality speakers. Next on the list I have something that will
look stunning in your studio, but at the same time it won't break your bank, the Mackie
CR3-X - Listed this one as the Best for Cosmetics. Coming with a compact 3-Inch Woofer CR3-X
promises high-quality sound at a great price. Making it a great choice for a small studio
or for you guys who are not in need of a really loud volume. With some friendly and nice features,
it promises to please both beginners and professionals. Since we were talking about looks, The Sleek
design of CR3-X compliments any desk, featuring a brushed metal panel and a distinct green
outline that stands out for good. For myself I had the chance to test the 3Inch size, but
it comes in a vast range of sizes from 3" to 8", they all look the same besides which
is obvious the size, I'd still go for the 3" version since it appears cozier. At first
sight, the Mackie won't appear like a budget version but more like "I'm kind of a big deal"
since it has that premium look. Soundwise thanks to its really good woofers
and tweeters that are powered by high-headroom amplifiers the sound comes clear and punchy.
It offers good clarity at all volume levels and it is quite loud for the size I'm not
going to lie. Highs come in very detailed, the mids and lows were crisp and clear.
Nevertheless, I think you will be hard pressed to find something that looks this good and
also sounds good, for this price. Finishing the list, with something that will
prove to us that you don't have to pay a premium price for quality sound, the Edifier R1280DBs
-got them listed as the Best For the Price. You probably already heard about R1280DBs'
predecessor, the edifier r1280, and how capable they were of providing good sound quality
for a bargain price. The R1280DBs are trying to follow that route and do pretty much the
same but even better. They are a newer model and obviously, they cost more than the predecessors
but still they are economical with a sub -150$ price.
Another highlight of the Edifiers is their design, Rocking a classy and minimalist look,
I can guarantee that those speakers will fit anywhere either it is in your home or studio.
The side panels are made of wood grain with a pecan finish while the top, back, and front
are covered in gray plastic which I think is something they did to keep the price down.
But still, it doesn't ruin the elegant look in any way. Measuring 17in x 11.8in x 7.2in.
The buttons are placed on the right-hand side of the speaker and recessed to avoid sticking
out and being noticeable. These speakers really do sound great, I was
quite impressed myself for the price, gotta commend Edifier for this. It provides deep
bass, the highs and mids were really well-balanced. Moreover, they offer a very flat response
for pure sound output. I don't doubt that you will love the crystal clear output sound.
Another killer feature is the loud sound, you won't have a problem filling a large room
with quality sound but the sound might get a bit distorted on the high levels.
To finish the list all I can say regarding the edifier is that is great for people who
want a quality speaker in the most affordable range accompanied by great sound and looks.
Thanks for watching! I hope you found this video to be helpful. If you have any questions
about the products mentioned in this video, you can leave a comment below and I will get
back to you as soon as I can!