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Experts prefer IK Multimedia iLoud Micro over Focal Alpha 50

On 3 May 2024 (8 days ago) we went through 100 Studio Monitor expert endorsements .

Currently, IK Multimedia iLoud Micro received 1 endorsement from Popular Science (8 Feb 2024). Meanwhile, Focal Alpha 50 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank	Change	Price	Studio Monitor	Music Critic	PianoDreamers	Music Radar	Careers In Music	Gearank	Hyperbits	Popular Science	woodandfirestudio.com	E-Home Recording Studio	Pocket-lint
38	N/A	$350	IK Multimedia iLoud Micro The IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Studio Monitor is a compact and powerful device suitable for small studio spaces, home recording, and music production, with Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming and a flat frequency response that highlights the technical abilities of the company.	-	-	-	-	-	-	7	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	Check price	Focal Alpha 50	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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On 8 Feb 2024 Popular Science ranked IK Multimedia iLoud Micro as #7

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#7 out of 8 IK Multimedia iLoud Micro
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Focal Alpha 50

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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, in May 2024 neither Focal Alpha 50 nor IK Multimedia iLoud Micro were recommended by key experts who publish Studio Monitors recommendations.

Rank	Change	Price	Studio Monitor	Music Critic	PianoDreamers	Music Radar	Careers In Music	Gearank	Hyperbits	Popular Science	woodandfirestudio.com	E-Home Recording Studio	Pocket-lint
1	-	$399	Yamaha HS8 The Yamaha HS8 Studio Monitor is a powerful and reliable speaker with accurate sound reproduction and complete response control, making it ideal for professional use in larger studio spaces or for live performances.	1	-	-	-	9	6	-	2	3	-
2	-	$720	Neumann KH 120 A The Neumann KH 120 A is a bi-amplified speaker system designed for accurate and detailed sound reproduction, making it ideal for critical listening applications in professional recording studios, post-production facilities, and broadcast environments.	2	-	-	4	12	-	-	1	6	-
3	-	$149	JBL 305P MkII The JBL 305P MkII is a highly recommended and affordable studio monitor that delivers accurate and detailed sound reproduction with advanced technology and excellent stereo imaging.	-	5	6	-	5	1	6	-	-	-
4	-	$159	KRK Rokit 5 G4 The KRK Rokit 5 G4 is a powerful and versatile studio monitor with a bi-amp design, accurate sound reproduction, and impressive bass performance, making it ideal for mixing and mastering music in small to medium-sized studios or home recording setups.	-	6	-	-	3	2	-	-	1	-
5	-	$200	Yamaha HS5 The Yamaha HS5 is a powerful and reliable studio monitor that delivers accurate and detailed sound reproduction, making it a great choice for home studios and small recording spaces.	-	4	4	-	-	4	1	-	-	-
6	+2	$800	Adam Audio A7V The Adam Audio A7V Studio Monitor is a powerful and accurate speaker that is ideal for professional recording studios, home studios, and music producers who require high-quality sound and accurate monitoring.	-	8	-	1	-	-	-	-	7	5
7	-1	$514	Genelec 8010A The Genelec 8010A Studio Monitor is a compact and powerful option for near-field monitoring in small studios or home recording setups, delivering exceptional sound quality in a small package.	-	-	-	-	8	8	-	8	8	2
8	-1	Check price	KRK Rokit RP7 G4 The KRK Rokit RP7 G4 Studio Monitor is a powerful and versatile audio tool with a neutral and flat frequency response, making it suitable for music production, mixing, and mastering, and is ideal for use in recording studios and live sound reinforcement applications.	-	-	3	2	-	7	-	-	-	3
9	-	$200	PreSonus Eris E.45 The PreSonus Eris E.45 Studio Monitor is a compact and affordable nearfield monitor with a neutral sound signature, defined high and mid-range frequencies, and punchy bass response, making it a great choice for small home studios, desktop setups, and casual listening.	-	1	-	-	2	-	-	-	-	-
10	+2	$350	Yamaha HS7 The Yamaha HS7 Studio Monitor is a powerful and versatile speaker that provides precise and accurate sound with low resonance, making it ideal for critical listening, mixing, and mastering in larger studio spaces.	-	-	-	-	6	-	-	-	-	1
11	-	$100	PreSonus Eris E3.5 The PreSonus Eris E3.5 Studio Monitor is a compact and powerful speaker that delivers clear and accurate sound, making it an ideal solution for a variety of audio uses.	-	-	-	-	1	-	-	-	-	6
12	-2	$139	M-Audio BX4 The M-Audio BX4 Studio Monitors deliver powerful and immersive sound for a variety of tasks, making them a versatile and reliable choice for gaming, recording, and more.	-	-	1	6	-	-	-	-	-	-
13	-	$799	Mackie HR824 mkII The Mackie HR824 mkII Studio Monitor is a powerful and reliable studio monitor that delivers high-quality sound for a range of professional and personal applications, with impressive low-end performance and individual calibration plots that ensure better matching between pairs of speakers.	6	9	-	-	-	-	-	-	5	-
14	-	Check price	Focal Solo6 Be The Focal Solo6 Be is a versatile and high-powered studio monitor that delivers remarkable clarity and an expansive soundstage, making it suitable for professional and personal use.	5	-	-	7	-	14	-	-	-	-
15	-	$249	KRK Rokit 8 G4 The KRK Rokit 8 G4 Studio Monitor is a powerful and versatile audio solution with clear and accurate sound reproduction, making it ideal for studio recording, DJ monitoring, and other professional audio applications.	-	-	-	-	-	-	4	3	-	-
16	-	$180	Presonus Eris E5 The Presonus Eris E5 Studio Monitor is a reliable and powerful speaker that delivers accurate and detailed sound reproduction, making it an ideal choice for musicians, producers, and audio engineers who need to mix and master their music.	-	-	-	-	-	3	-	9	-	-
17	-	$236	Adam Audio T7V The Adam Audio T7V is a powerful and versatile studio monitor that delivers high-quality sound at an accessible price point, making it an ideal choice for home recording enthusiasts, podcasters, and music producers.	-	-	-	-	4	-	-	5	-	-
18	-	$400	IK Multimedia iLoud MTM The IK Multimedia iLoud MTM Studio Monitor is a compact and powerful speaker system that delivers exceptional sound quality for music production, mixing, and mastering, with advanced DSP processing, a unique design, and excellent stereo imaging and low-end.	-	-	5	5	-	-	-	-	-	-
19	-	Check price	Kali Audio LP-6 The Kali Audio LP-6 is a powerful and reliable studio monitor that delivers high-quality sound for a range of applications, making it an ideal choice for music producers, sound engineers, and home studio owners who prioritize accuracy and clarity in their audio production.	-	-	9	-	-	5	-	-	-	-
20	-	Check price	Focal Twin6 Be	-	-	8	-	-	-	-	-	9	-
21	+1	$2493	Neumann KH 310	-	-	-	-	-	15	-	-	-	4
22	+1	$899	Focal Shape 65 The Focal Shape 65 Studio Monitor is a powerful and precise nearfield monitor suitable for professional use, praised for its accurate and detailed sound reproduction and well-balanced low-frequency performance.	-	-	7	-	-	12	-	-	-	-
23	+1	Check price	Genelec 8030C The Genelec 8030C Studio Monitor is a compact and lightweight device that delivers exceptional sound quality with its bi-amped design, power response, and maximum SPL, making it ideal for critical listening and mixing applications in small to medium-sized studio spaces.	-	10	-	-	11	-	-	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [3]

90

Total expert reviews: 3

with a score: 1
without a score: 2

Score distribution:

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Expert reviews [26]

142

Total expert reviews: 26

with a score: 9
without a score: 17

Highest score by Music Radar	580
Average score based on 26 reviews	142
Lowest score by producerhive.com	80

Score distribution:

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From Seller:

General Size: Near-field System type: Active Configuration: 2-way Drivers Low-frequency driver: 5" Mid-frequency driver: Not applicable High-frequency driver: 1" Full-range driver: Not applicable Driver type: Polyglass Sound Frequency response: 45Hz - 22kHz Max peak SPL: 103 dB Amplifier class: AB Output power: 103W Onboard Features Input connectors: XLR, RCA Standby mode: Yes A
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From Seller:

The smallest active studio reference monitoring system in the world, iLoud Micro Monitor provides you with ultra-accurate true linear frequency response with no coloration, and does so in every listening environment, especially in home and project studios. The iLoud Micro Monitors have internal DSP that offers various EQ settings for optimizing bass and treble response as well as position compensation — this lets you switch between a “free field” and “desktop” setup effortlessly.
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.

Official Urls:

[EN] https://www.focal.com/en/pro-audio/monitoring-spea... Report

Official Urls:

https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/iloudmm/ Report

Model Numbers: 148242, IP-ILOUD-MM-IN, IP-ILOUD-MMW-IN

EAN Numbers: 8025813646032, 8025813741034

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IK Multimedia iLoud Micro is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling studio monitors and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Yamaha HS7 or RCF Ayra 4 .

IK Multimedia iLoud Micro is $113.99 more expensive than an average studio monitor ($236).