Presonus Eris 4.5 Review

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PreSonus® Eris® E3.5 are two-way active media reference monitor speakers that use some of the same technology as the larger Eris-series studio reference monitors. But these are very small and found an immediate home on either side of my 29-inch ultra-wide LG computer monitor screen.The Eris E3.5 has a 3.5-inch, custom-woven Kevlar® low-frequency driver that surprised me with its solid bass and clean overall sound. Coupled with the one-inch silk dome tweeter, the system has a wide dispersion pattern of sound that PreSonus says: 'creates a large optimal listening area.' In front of my computer screen, I can easily sit within the magic triangle apex and get a great stereo image with the soundstage centered on the LG. These are rear-ported cabinets and go as loud as I could want given their small footprint.The left Eris E3.5 monitor speaker has the entire 25-watt per channel Class AB amplifier and separate high and low-frequency tone controls but I didn't have to adjust anything when my using them in my studio's control room. I liked the front panel on/off switch and also the single volume control (for both left and right) and the right monitor speaker simply connects using a single included speaker wire-no need of additional AC power cable for that speaker.I connected them using the 1/4-inch TRS jacks but there are also a pair of RCA phono jacks plus a single front-panel 1/8-inch stereo line input for use with mobile audio devices. You also have a headphone output jack for connecting your earbuds.

The Eris E3.5 worked great as I have them in my control room as a secondary pair of stereo monitors but they would be good as stereo monitor speakers for playing video games or for a small keyboard synth setup. You could set them up tilted up with the left and right monitors aimed back at you.The PreSonus Eris E3.5 Reference Monitors are $99.95 MAP.Barry Rudolph is a recording engineer/mixer who has worked on over 30 gold and platinum records. He has recorded and/or mixed Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hall & Oates, Pat Benatar, Rod Stewart, the Corrs and more. Barry has his own futuristic music mixing facility and loves teaching audio engineering at Musician’s Institute, Hollywood, CA. He is a lifetime Grammy-voting member of NARAS and a contributing editor for Mix Magazine.

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Speakers have to be one of the most difficult decisions you need to make when setting up your home DJ studio. I agonized over the massive amount of choices available. Picking a specific pair that was reasonably priced but still offered up solid performance was no easy task.Even though I was overwhelmed at first I dug my heels in and found a range of good options.

One of these was the which on the surface looked to be able to solve my hunt for a good pair of studio monitors. Why Choose Studio Monitors Over DJ Speakers? Many beginner DJs tend to start the hunt for speakers by looking at DJ speakers. These big loudspeakers are the first type of speaker you may consider.

Don’t get me wrong having a good pair of DJ speakers will deliver you epic amounts of sound and thump. But, they aren’t designed for the home studio.DJ speakers are designed to be performance equipment.

Aimed at filling large spaces with a good amount of sound. Usually, DJs will use these for DJ gigs at parties, weddings and other similar-sized events. The problem is these speakers are for the average home studio. There is no denying that budget plays a massive role in our purchasing decisions. This is where it can be difficult to choose studio monitors as they can go from relatively cheap all the way too absurdly expensive.

Presonus Eris 4.5 Review

Keep in mind that studio monitors are used by sound engineers and music professionals. This naturally leads to some very expensive high-end models.Luckily manufacturers have realized there is a large scope in the market for studio monitors.

You can find a lot of options at a variety of price points. That doesn’t mean you should go out and buy the cheapest pair you can find. As with many things in life you do get what you pay for. There are cheap studio monitors out there and they are cheap for a reason. Likewise, there are studio monitors that are overpriced for what they offer.Ideally, you want to get bang for your buck no matter what your budget level is. Striking that balance between performance and affordability is a tricky line to manage but not impossible. PreSonus Eris E5 Review.

Of course, the first thing and by far the most important is the sound quality. The Eris E5 offers solid sound quality.They are relatively flat in response which is critical for a good studio monitor. The mids are well refined delivering on the promise of giving you unaltered sound.

I did find that while the highs were crisp they were a little muddy and needed adjustment to get them closer to flat. Bass is where the PreSonus does stumble. These are studio monitors after all so I wasn’t expecting booming bass but the low end could be a bit more pronounced. Once again some adjustments were required for me to be satisfied.This is where it’s worth pointing out that these are near-field monitors, not home stereo speakers.

If you are expecting thumping bass you won’t get that from these. I would suggest you look at investing in a if the bass is very important to you.The sound stage was quite narrow with a small sweet spot. This highlights that these are designed for close proximity listening. If you plan on using these to listen to music in a medium-sized room you may be disappointed.However, this near field experience is great for monitoring. They are rather loud when within close proximity and more than loud enough for good monitoring.

Features of the Presonus Eris E44 Studio Monitors. As mentioned above, the Presonus Eris E44s have two 4.5″ speakers and one 1.25″ tweeter. The larger speakers are meant to provide low and mid frequencies while the tweeter is meant to provide more of the higher frequencies.

Details that you would normally not hear with home stereo monitors are well pronounced. While not as refined as more expensive models you’ll definitely be able to mix and master your music to a higher level than generic speakers. Build Quality. Hirens boot cd 10 4 h33t next g mobile phone. Many studio monitors came in lumbering solid wood boxes back in the days.

Most manufacturers have moved away for this sturdy yet heavy design philosophy. The is noticeably lighter compared to some other speakers which may lead you to believe they are built cheaply. Luckily, that’s not the case.

Solid materials have been used in the construction and the seals are tight.Kevlar low-frequency inducers are a nice touch at this price point. This strong heat-resistant material has become all the rage in speakers and for good reason. Having that solid material goes a long way to making sure the speaker continues to perform for a good amount of time.Extra shielding is included to minimize external interference. While effective you may still encounter a hiss especially at low volumes. Try to keep the cables from crossing with other cables in your studio. Also, move other electronic devices like phones away from the speakers.

Taking these extra steps should help minimize interference. When it comes to loudness they peak at 102dB at a 1-meter distance which is ideal for monitoring.

You don’t need speakers that are overly loud within a small to medium studio space. If you like your music loud but not overbearing you should be satisfied with the results. If you often find yourself turning your music up more and more you may need to look at a bigger model.The 5.25-inch woofer puts out a solid kick for its size. You’ll likely need to make some adjustments to suit your space to get the most out of them.

Some may find having to tune the speaker an annoyance. Personally, I love having the option to adjust the sound. Remember, not all studios are the same. Speaking of tuning options let’s cover what you can alter.

The allows you to adjust the mid and high frequencies via knobs on the back of the speaker. This is important if your studio has reflective surfaces or sound treatment. You can adjust the individual frequencies to get the best possible sound. Many cheaper studio monitors don’t have this feature.There is the option to change the acoustic space of the speaker between three settings depending on your speaker placement. This can help smooth out the sound experience. Having some dedicated control over the lows would have been a nice addition.

But, I found the acoustic space settings to be a reasonable compromise. If affordable studio monitors are what you are seeking the is a fantastic option. With such a cluttered and overbearing range of options its good to see a studio monitor packing this many features.They prove that even though they are entry-level they can still provide solid sound at a reasonable price. They aren’t perfect and die-hard audiophiles will quickly spot where they fall flat compared to more expensive models.

But, for the home DJ studio, these do a very good job. The clear and flat sound is enough for accurate mixing while allowing you to save some money along the way.