Experts recommend KRK Rokit RP7 G4 more than IK Multimedia iLoud MTM
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer KRK Rokit RP7 G4 over IK Multimedia iLoud MTM, but both Studio Monitors have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, KRK Rokit RP7 G4 received 4 recommendations: from Pocket-lint (2 Dec 2023), Hyperbits Careers In Music (27 Nov 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, IK Multimedia iLoud MTM received only 2 recommendations from Careers In Music (27 Nov 2024) and Music Radar (27 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Studio Monitor | higherhz.com | Pocket-lint | woodandfirestudio.com | Hyperbits | Gearank | Careers In Music | Music Radar | PianoDreamers | Music Critic | Popular Science |
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| 5 | - | 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 | - | 7 | - | 2 | 5 | - | - | - |
| 21 | - | Check price | 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 | 6 | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 27 Nov 2024
Careers In Music ranked KRK Rokit RP7 G4 as #2 and IK Multimedia iLoud MTM as #5 Rank Studio Monitor ... ... #2 out of 8 KRK Rokit RP7 G4 ... ... #5 out of 8 IK Multimedia iLoud MTM ... ... Source: www.careersinmusic.com - On 27 Nov 2024
Music Radar ranked KRK Rokit RP7 G4 as #5 and IK Multimedia iLoud MTM as #6 Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 KRK Rokit RP7 G4 The best studio monitors for electronic music production#6 out of 9 IK Multimedia iLoud MTM Best compact monitors for small rooms and travel... ... ... Source: www.musicradar.com - On 2 Dec 2023
Pocket-lint ranked KRK Rokit RP7 G4 as #3 Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 6 KRK Rokit RP7 G4 Best studio monitor for bass... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com -
Hyperbits ranked KRK Rokit RP7 G4 as #7 Rank Studio Monitor Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 20 KRK Rokit RP7 G4 Best Advanced Monitors ($400-$1000/pair)... ... ... Source: hyperbitsmusic.com
After counting and adding up the 99 expert endorsements of the January rankings, KRK Rokit RP7 G4 outranks IK Multimedia iLoud MTM. This is not to say that IK Multimedia iLoud MTM is a bad option. Like KRK Rokit RP7 G4, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| Rank | Change | Price | Studio Monitor | higherhz.com | Pocket-lint | woodandfirestudio.com | Hyperbits | Gearank | Careers In Music |
Music Radar | PianoDreamers | Music Critic
| Popular Science |
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| 1 | - | $198 | 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 | 8 | - | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2 | - | Check price | 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. | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | - | 7 | 5 | 3 | 6 |
| 3 | - | $720 | 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. | - | 5 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 8 | 7 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price | 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. | - | - | 1 | - | 12 | 4 | - | - | 9 | - |
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Expert reviews [17]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by Digital DJ Tips | 100 |
| Average score based on 17 reviews | 98 |
| Lowest score by Home DJ Studio | 94 |
Score distribution:
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Expert reviews [10]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by Home DJ Studio | 94 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 92 |
| Lowest score by Music Radar | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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- Designed as the ideal studio speakers, as well as desktop speakers or bookshelf speaker, iLoud MTM offers incredibly clear linear phase sound and deep, extended bass down to 40 Hz without a subwoofer.
- Built-in self-calibration via included ARC mic lets iLoud MTM adjust to any placement, for balanced sound on a music studio desk, studio equipment, even as desk speakers or gaming speakers for pc.
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