Feature:
Low pass and high pass filters...XLR/TRS/RCA inputs...everything I need.
Quality:
Very solid cabinet...no worries at all on cab construction. Don't like the fact that both the main driver and the tweeter are not caged. Could be easy to get pushed in if you're not careful. But I'm careful and they sit on a riser in my studio so they're fine. But be aware that both speakers are exposed.
Value:
$180 each...that's a steal. I paid $400 each for a Yamaha HS80M's and still needed to add a sub. Got these Mackies...sold the HS80M's AND the sub because the Mackies have such nice low end that I no longer feel a sub is necessary. If I had to pay twice as much for these monitors I would...hands down.
Desirability:
Hmm...the sex appeal? They big, black, and solid. I suppose many would find that appealing...to me...they just sound great...that's appealing enough for me.
Sound:
Sound is incredible regardless of price. By far the best monitors I've owned...and I've owned a lot of different monitors over the years (KRK Rockit's, Yamaha MP5S's, Yamaha HS80M's, JBL Controls, Wharfedales) Bass response is really strong and full for such a small cabinet. Highs are transparent without being harsh. Midrange and midbass extremely satisfying. I can listen to them for hours...and am always pleased. Note: recommend you let them break in for 12-18 hours. (Play them at 3/4 volume with a variety of music)...that really opens them up.
Ease of Use:
Out of the box...onto the desk...one cable...one power chord...a monkey could do it.
Support:
Never used it...no need. So we'll give them the benefit of the doubt that it will be good.
Overall:
I did a ton of research and demos before buying a new pair of monitors. As stated above, I've owned just about all the good ones. For the money...these are head and shoulders above all others. Buy them...you will not be disappointed. BTW...I worked in a recording studio for a while...so my ears are well tuned. :)
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