IK Multimedia Ships iLoud Micro Monitor

In a welcome announcement today, IK Multimedia has announced that they are shipping what I consider to be a pretty exciting product. The iLoud Micro Monitor has the potential to be a game changer for mobile studios or those who just want to get good sound outside their studio.

While I can’t say yet whether the quality is what they claim, it is extremely refreshing to see more options for those looking for studio-level sounds to use anywhere. Most speakers you can buy are geared towards better sounding music, but very few are created to be flat and give you a better mixing environment. My hope is that the iLoud Micro Monitors will be that and more.

The full press release is below:

iLoud Micro Monitor – the ultra-compact reference studio monitors that give musicians, producers and engineers ultra-accurate linear frequency response, best-in-class bass and the smallest footprint making them ideal for mixing and mastering everywhere

October 27, 2016 – IK Multimedia is pleased to announce that iLoud® Micro Monitor, the smallest active studio reference monitoring system in the world, is now available and shipping worldwide. With an ultra-linear frequency response, best-in-class bass (down to 55Hz @ -3db), the smallest footprint and incredibly detailed sound, iLoud Micro Monitor is the perfect reference monitoring system for tight studio spaces that delivers high-end sound without the high-end price.

With iLoud Micro Monitor, musicians, producers, video editors and sound designers now have a way to critically listen to their music and audio no matter where they’re working – in a bedroom studio space, hotel room, tour bus, a larger studio as a second set of monitors, or just streaming music and listening at home.

Powerful detailed sound
iLoud Micro Monitor delivers amazingly detailed, clear and accurate audio in a compact, efficient and portable enclosure. They are able to do this in conjunction with the DSP-controlled frequency response, ultra-accurate and time aligned crossover and smart design – the drivers are powered by four ultra-efficient class D power amplifiers that push out a combined 50W RMS of power. Each speaker sports a 3/4″ silk dome tweeter, a 3″ custom composite material performance woofer and a large flaring front-firing bass reflex port. iLoud Micro Monitor‘s sound is characterized by pleasing high frequencies, an exceptionally “open” detailed midrange and a solid, controlled low end.

Total DSP control
iLoud Micro Monitor provides a flat and linear speaker response in any listening environment thanks to its on-board 56-bit digital signal processor (DSP). The DSP handles the frequency and phase response of the monitors and also manages the dynamic range so that the drivers are always under control. The DSP also acts as a digital crossover allowing for invisibly smooth transitions between the drivers themselves. This DSP can be adjusted to suit different listening environments thanks to three EQ switches: One for treble, one for bass and a DESKTOP toggle that lets users optimize iLoud Micro Monitor for use in either a free field or desktop setup. iLoud Micro Monitor can be positioned on a desktop at two angles of inclination with their dual-position isolation bases, or in free-field positioning on standard microphone stands thanks to their integrated threaded mic stand mounts (UNC 3/8″-16 thread).

The “Super-nearfield” monitoring system
iLoud Micro Monitor is designed so that the sweet spot is at the ideal location when users are creating, producing, mixing or listening to music. And because the sweet spot is closer to the speakers, users are able to monitor the audio without the unwanted effect of room reflections that can color the sound, thus presenting the most accurate sound in a small space.

Input options
iLoud Micro Monitor accepts both RCA (cable included) and 1/8″ wired connections and can also be paired for Bluetooth streaming with all Bluetooth audio streaming-enabled devices.

The bottom line
iLoud Micro Monitor delivers stunningly accurate and detailed sound for mixing in any space – from cramped bedrooms to large studios – without the compromises in sonic quality normally associated with small and budget monitors. Simply put, iLoud Micro Monitor‘s sound is so good that it’s nearly inconceivable for a speaker system of this size and at this price point.

Pricing and availability
iLoud Micro Monitor is now available and shipping from music and electronics retailers worldwide, and from the IK online store for only $/€299.99 per pair (excluding taxes).

For more information, please visit www.iloudmm.com

For detailed videos on how iLoud Micro Monitor provides ultra-accurate sound in small studio space, please visit www.iloudmm.com/video