iLoud MTM, by IK Multimedia, is a compact monitor solution for music producers working in small space. You can buy one monitor speaker at a time, but it’s more common to obtain them in pairs. People sell them as being able to rival 5″ and 6″ speakers without any problem. The first thing you’ll notice is their size: they are pretty small at 264x160x130mm. Additionally, they weigh only 2.5kg. The iLoud MTMs come with two 3″ speakers and a single tiny tweeter between those. Even more so, they include an attractive shaped black metal grill. Overall, they are tall, skinny, rounded, and finished in the kind of plastic that simulates metal. Plus, there’s a white lid in their front to let you know when the switch is on. Convenient, isn’t it?
iLoud MTM: More on their Description
These monitor speakers come with useful stands to tilt them on a desktop to the right angle of your ears. Also, you can mount them on stands or mic poles via screw mounts; for this there are two for different angles. Another option is that you lay them on their side with the enclosed rubber to protect they’re in that position. Moreover, the back part of the speakers shows you the wider-than-usual range of options for fine-tuning their sound. For instance, you can tweak low and high frequencies and choose between -3cB, Flat or +2dB. In addition, you will find a low-frequency extension button that can give you extended lows at 40, 50, or 60Hz. There’s also a sensitivity adjuster, which is an input gain. Lastly, there’s a volume control knob.
These monitor speakers are independently amplified to 100w RMS to an Omni socket that can take 1/4″ TRS or XLR. There is a push button, an on and off switch, on their rear. Alongside, there are the AC power socket and a standard IEC. You will also find a calibration system for chosing between three frequency response setting overall: desk, flat, and calibrate. When you select “ARC” self-calibration, you can plug in a calibration mic into a 1/8″ socket on the back part of the speaker and position them in your listening space. In this way, the speakers will calibrate themselves.
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