Which active near-field monitors have the smallest footprint for limited space?
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Frequency Response (Hz) ⇅ | Peak SPL (dB) ⇅ | Power Output (Watts) ⇅ | Driver Size (Inches) ⇅ | Crossover Frequency (Hz) ⇅ | DSP Processing (Boolean) ⇅ | Connectivity Options (Text) ⇅ |
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KRK ROKIT 5 G4 (compact footprint)
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£134.10 ≈ | 43 Hz - 40 kHz | 104 dB | 55 Watts (total) | 5 in woofer, 1 in tweeter | 2.27 kHz | DSP-driven Graphic EQ with 25 settings and onboard LCD | Neutrik combo XLR / 1/4 in TRS input |
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The KRK ROKIT 5 G4 are compact 2-way active near-field monitors with a 5 in Kevlar woofer and 1 in tweeter, bi-amplified Class D electronics and DSP-driven 25-band visual graphic EQ via an onboard LCD. They deliver a frequency response down to 43 Hz, 104 dB peak SPL, and a small cabinet (11.22 in x 7.48 in x 9.49 in) suitable for tight workspaces. ★ Ideal forIdeal for very limited spaces because of its small cabinet dimensions (approx 11.22 in height) and compact 5 in woofer while still providing 43 Hz low-end extension and 55 Watts total power.
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Genelec 8010A
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£261.47 ≈ | 67 Hz - 25 kHz (-6 dB) | ≥105 dB (pair) | 25 W Bass + 25 W Treble | 76 mm Bass, 19 mm Treble | 3000 Hz | None (analogue active crossover with room compensation switches) | 1 x balanced XLR input |
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The Genelec 8010A is an ultra-compact two-way active nearfield monitor with a 3 in bass driver and Class D amplification (25 W + 25 W). It offers neutral, accurate sound, rear-panel room compensation switches and Iso-Pod isolation, suited for tiny studios, broadcast vans, and portable setups. Its published bandwidth extends to 25 kHz and it delivers surprisingly high SPL for its size. ★ Ideal forIdeal when smallest footprint is required because its compact dimensions and 3 in woofer deliver a 67 Hz - 25 kHz (-6 dB) bandwidth while producing high peak output (≥105 dB per pair). |
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IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pro
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£357.36 ≈ | 50 Hz to 20 kHz ± 2dB, 42 Hz to 22 kHz @ -10dB | 109.3 dB | 50 W RMS (30 W LF, 20 W HF) | 3 in woofer, 1 in tweeter | 2.5 kHz | Full DSP control; digital linear-phase crossover; built-in ARC calibration (ARC X) | 1 x XLR balanced input, 1 x RCA unbalanced input, 1 x USB type-C, C8 mains socket |
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Ultra-compact two-way bi-amped studio monitor with a 3 in woofer and 1 in silk-dome tweeter, 50 W RMS Class-D amplification, full DSP with linear-phase crossover and built-in ARC calibration via ARC X software. It delivers a flat 50 Hz-20 kHz response, high peak SPL for its size, and multiple acoustic/placement trims for desktop or mounted use. Suited for near-field mixing, mobile setups and small studios. ★ Ideal forIdeal for very limited-space near-field monitoring because it packs a 3 in woofer, 50 W RMS power, and a peak SPL over 109 dB into a palm-sized cabinet (dimensions 106 mm x 206 mm x 158 mm). |
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IK Multimedia iLoud MTM Monitor
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— | 50 Hz to 24 kHz +/-2 dB (40 Hz -6 dB uncal, -3 dB cal) | 103 dB @ 1 m (one speaker, 200 Hz sine) | 100 W RMS total (70 W LF, 30 W HF) | 2 x 3.5 in woofers; 1 in tweeter | 3.1 kHz | Full DSP control with Physical Response Linearization (PRL) and linear-phase variable order crossover; ARC X automatic room calibration | 1 x combo XLR/1/4 in TRS balanced input; 1/8 in ARC microphone input; USB type-B (service); AC power socket |
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The iLoud MTM is a compact MTM-design active nearfield monitor with dual 3.5 in woofers and a 1 in tweeter, 100 W bi-amped Class-D power, and DSP-driven linear-phase crossover and room correction (ARC X/PRL). It delivers a flat 50 Hz-24 kHz response, high SPL capability, and extensive onboard EQ and calibration controls, making it suitable for small studios and desktop setups. ★ Ideal forWell suited for very limited-space nearfield monitoring because of its small footprint (264mm tall, 130mm wide, 160mm deep) combined with DSP-based ARC calibration and compact 2 x 3.5 in drivers that deliver deep bass and 100 W power.
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