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Really Unsure about which speakers to get. Budget: £300-£400, issues inside!
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| Mateh |
Hi everyone.
I've been DJ'ing for the last few months... I have been using a Klipsch Promedia 4.1 System for DJ'ing by connecting my REC output on my mixer to my Sound cards Line in. This works ok I guess but it's lacking in mainly 'mid' sounds, too much treble from this surround system and to much bass from the Sub.
So I've decided that I want some new speakers. I play mainly only Vinyl through my mixer, but I will be adding some CD decks later on in a few months. All of my DJ practice is done at home in the bedroom. 10FT by 6FT.
My Equipment:
2x Numark 220TT's.
1x Matrix 3 Mixer.
1x Pioneer HDJ1000 Headphones.
1x Klipsch Promedia 4.1 Surround System running through M-Audio Revolution Pro Sound Card (Using Record out on Mixer)
I find it sometimes difficult to listen to the mixing of my sets with this setup because my surround system is to the right of my room. to explain further... my decks are to the north, and my speakers are to the east. So everything I hear from speakers comes in to my right year only. I've thought about moving my setup... but it's way to awkward to position a surround system for my PC anywhere other than in the East of my room. Plus I use this surround system for my PC as well. And my PC faces east.
ok... so I've explained my equip, and my issues with my current speakers. I want new speakers, and I think I need powered monitor speakers. I'm not entirely sure this would be the best way for me to go, but that's why I've come here for help.
Would it be best to get 2 decent monitor speakers and just spin with these?
Or would it be best to get a seperate set of speakers with an amp?
I'm looking to spend £300-£400.
I want the best set of speakers for this amount of money.
I've been looking at the Alesis M1 speakers:
http://www.decks.co.uk/products/speakers/alesis/m1_a
But the question is, are they any good? and can I get any better for my money?
I really would like the speakers to sound crystal clear... so I can hear every single sound whilst bringing tracks in to mix. I would like to hear the full range of sound Bass, Mid and treble as clear as possible with 2 speakers.
Thanks in Advance, Mateh. |
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| Inertia |
here's my fav's:
Mackie SRM-450 Powered Speaker 12" 2-Way
Features:
- 2-way bi-amplified, optimized active system - no external power amplifier needed
- Built-in Mackie FR Series 300 watt RMS bass and 100 watt RMS mid/high amplifiers
- Built-in electronic crossover
- Electronic time correction, phase alignment and equalization
- Studio-quality maximum dispersion horn
- High SPL output/low distortion
- Direct XLR inputs for mic or line level input with gain control on back of speaker
- XLR line output for connecting additional speakers
- Tough, impact-resistant, lightweight polypropylene enclosure
- Speaker stand socket
- Frequency response: 45Hz-20kHz.
- Size: 26"h x 15.5"w x 14.75"d.
- Wt. 51 lbs. |
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| Mateh |
| quote: | Originally posted by Inertia
here's my fav's:
Mackie SRM-450 Powered Speaker 12" 2-Way
Features:
- 2-way bi-amplified, optimized active system - no external power amplifier needed
- Built-in Mackie FR Series 300 watt RMS bass and 100 watt RMS mid/high amplifiers
- Built-in electronic crossover
- Electronic time correction, phase alignment and equalization
- Studio-quality maximum dispersion horn
- High SPL output/low distortion
- Direct XLR inputs for mic or line level input with gain control on back of speaker
- XLR line output for connecting additional speakers
- Tough, impact-resistant, lightweight polypropylene enclosure
- Speaker stand socket
- Frequency response: 45Hz-20kHz.
- Size: 26"h x 15.5"w x 14.75"d.
- Wt. 51 lbs. |
Thanks!
They look great, and I've heard Mackie is a very quality brand with speakers. What can you tell me about your experiences with these ones you just gave me information about?
And does anyone else here use these? |
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| Inertia |
| you can make a HELL of a lot of noise with them. you don't need an amp as they are powered of course, and they seem to be quite durable. a club down here (small club, granted, but still) uses only 5 of them as the soundsystem, and they can make a hell of a lot of noise. |
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| Mateh |
| quote: | Originally posted by Inertia
you can make a HELL of a lot of noise with them. you don't need an amp as they are powered of course, and they seem to be quite durable. a club down here (small club, granted, but still) uses only 5 of them as the soundsystem, and they can make a hell of a lot of noise. |
hmm I dont think these are for me. lol That's like way over my budget Price. I saw them on a few sites... eithet like £600-700 each, or 1,200 a pair. Crazy price.
I'm looking for a pair for about £300-£400. That's about $540-$720 Dollers. |
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| Inertia |
| woah. thats wierd. most online stores, like pssl.com have em for like $650US |
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| WhiteBlade |
You don't need a pair with that anyway lol just put it in front of you :P
( Just joking here ) |
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| auujay |
If I were you I would not get big speakers like the Mackies above. You are on the right track with some small reference speakers. Powered will definitly make life easier for you.
Anyway, I have heard good things about the Alesis M1s, though there are a few other speakers like them in this range you might also want to check out, I hope someone else can think of them :). One thing these would lack compared to the bigger speakers, like the Mackies above, is bass. To really get the low end you will need a sub, either buy another later as an upgrade or try hooking up one from your 5.1 setup.
Try searching in the production forum about these monitors as they are discussed a lot along with the competition. |
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| Diesel818 |
I'm going to be getting a pair of Alesis's M1 Actives this summer. They are definitely within your price range even if they're more expensive in the UK. I know here in the US they are 400$ US.
ANyways, they are award-winning studio monitors and I can honestly say they sound very good, very balanced and are extremely clean. For that kind of money, you can also look into M-Audio BX5's I think, Mackie also has a series of Studio monitors, Fostex as well.
Overall, unless you're planning on having house parties where you have to setup some PA speakers like those Mackies, I'd suggest getting nice studio monitors like the Alesis M1's for a home or bedroom setup. Search them on the forum, there have been a number of threads about them already comparing them with other speakers. Happy Speaker shopping! |
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| Clyde77 |
| just bought my alesis m1 active mk2s last friday! (399 not including tax) |
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