Alesis Monitor One MK2 Studio Monitors

The Monitor One MK2 from Alesis is an overhaul of their award-winning Monitor One and features improved performance (frequency response of 45 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 3 dB), and a 6.5" polypropylene low-frequency driver for a tighter, more accurate bass response. 192 People rated this product:

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Monitor One became an instant favorite among professional engineers and studio owners, as well as earning it a place in countless home studios. Obviously, there was only one thing left to do; make it even better.

Better Design, Improved Performance

With such a successful platform to build on, Alesis' engineers wisely settled for incremental improvements designed to coax even better performance from their monitors.

They started with a new 6.5" polypropylene low-frequency driver for tighter, more accurate bass response. Then matched it with a newly redesigned, 1" pure silk-dome, high-frequency transducer for even smoother, more accurate detail and response, and a broader sound stage.

They improved the overall frequency response (changing from 45 Hz - 18 kHz, to 45 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 3 dB) and coupled it with more efficient power handling. They also provided magnetic shielding to allow use in close proximity to video and computer monitors.

Surface Improvements More than Skin Deep

Perfectionists that they are, however, our engineers didn't just settle for tinkering under the hood. The cabinet was redesigned for a new and more attractive professional finish, and are now mirror image; left/right pair for symmetrical speaker placement.

But more than just cosmetic improvements, the new Monitor One also features radiused edges for reduced edge diffraction, along with improved porting - thanks to the next generation of our exclusive SuperPort venting technology - to eliminate the "choking" effect of smaller, shorter ports. The result is a low-frequency response which extends well below comparable near field monitors.

It all adds up to a spectacular next-generation of a popular standard - the new state-of-the-art in affordable, high-quality studio monitors.

Features

- Critical reference monitoring for recording and mixing
- Excellent bass transient response
- Flat frequency response for accurate mixes that translate to other playback systems
- High power handling, high output zZounds is an authorized dealer of Alesis products.

- Drivers: Magnetically shielded, 6.5" low frequency drivers with a mineral filled polypropylene cone and a damped linear rubber surround; magnetically shielded, 1" silk-dome tweeter
- Crossover: 2 kHz, 2nd-order fillers, (12dB per octave)
- Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 3dB
- Power Handling: 120 watts program, 200 watts peak (using EI4-426A method)
- Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms
- Sensitivity: 88 dB SPL @ 1 watt and 1 meter on axis
- Construction: Front baffle: powder coating on 1" MDF
- Cabinet: Vinyl laminate on 5/8" MDF
- Connectors: 5-way binding posts on 0.75" centers - can accept heavy-gauge speaker wire, banana plugs, spade plugs
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 15 x 8.5 x 10 in.
- Weight: (1) 15 lbs.

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"Awesome."

Sound: Natural sounding highs to lows. A little underemphasized low end. A tad muddy mid bass when there's a lot. A bit of distortion at high mid to high listening levels. I compared this unpowered monitor ($199) with a Alesis RA150 amp ($199) next to a Alesis M1Active 620 monitor ($399). The monitor one MKIIs won. - The M1Actives has better reign over bass frequencies but was too boomy and despite the controls on the back, I couldn't make the boominess acceptable. The monitor ones don't have a lot of bass at all but aren't boomy. - The M1Actives have tinnier high frequencies. Vocals sounded hollow through them. The monitor ones do a very good job with vocals, very natural. I play a piano synth through both and noticed the same. - The M1Actives have low level hiss without any input and no gain. Unacceptable to me. The RA150 amp has very very little hiss in comparison. I'm a little bewildered at Alesis. If you have Alesis Monitor Ones ($199) + Alesis RA150 amp($199), shouldn't that be comparable in every way to Alesis M1Active 620s ($399)? Why do I find the unpowered monitor + amp setup better? Feature: I like how the text on the front wraps around slightly so you can turn them on their side and they still look right. The connections on the back are angled a little out to make it a bit easier to connect. Ease of Use: It's a speaker Quality: I've had mine for two years. No problems. Value: The shining part of this speaker is value. Yeah it has it's shortcomings but for $200 it's unbelievable. Overall: It doesn't change my life but subjectively I love them. I could get more expensive speakers if I wanted but I'd have to spend a LOT more before I thought I had a significant upgrade.

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"Get reliable mixing results - go for Alesis!"

Sound: They have very detailed sound, you can really "listen into" mixes and find out most problems. The stereo imaging of these speakers is awesome; you can easily find the place of each and every instrument within a track with a huge sense of space. Frequency response is also fine - flat and reliable with a resonable low end, detailed mids, and a soft, authentic high end. Feature: It doesn't have any special features - a simple pair of speakers capable of producing very good results. Ease of Use: They come with a printed manual which explains how to position and install the speakers. Quite straightforward, so if you're new to sound engineering it will give you a good starting point. For professionals it may also give some specific tips about using this particular set of speakers. Quality: They are very strongly and precisely built. The downside of their massive construction comes out when you have to carry them yourself - I thought I would never get home... :-) Value: They not only worth the money but also contradicts the generally accepted viewpoint that concerning monitors you get what you pay for. Compared to some E-MU or Dynaudio speakers they perform surprisingly well; I must say even better. Manufacturer Support: I asked for some detailed information about the product before I bought it and Alesis answered within 24 hours. They seem to have a quite nice customer support. The Wow Factor: It was mainly an addition to my existing studio setup. Of course I wanted them, though. Overall: I think I couldn't have chosen a better pair of monitors not only for this amount but in the same technical category. If you want a highly reliable studio monitor for your project studio or a "B setup" for your existing control room I truly recommend you to go for these.

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