Reddit mentions of Presonus E4.5-4.5" 2-Way Near Field Studio Monitor (Pair), Black (Eris E4.5)

nobody has explained their recommendations.

you don't get good volume on dialog because of crappy channel mixing from your TV.

that's not a dig on your specific TV... all TV's suck at this. in fact, most receivers suck at mixing down from 5.1/7.1 to stereo.

for any content generated in surround, something like 95% of the dialog volume is mixed to the center channel.

if you're listening on a pair of stereo speakers, you get to hear what the TV thinks is best, in terms of balancing the volumes between the channels.

folks here are recommending receivers that would give you 5.1 channel audio, and then also suggesting three speakers.

the three speakers are your Front L+R, and the all important center speaker.

receivers do a moderately good job of mixing all the surround channels to just the Front L+Rs, and if you have the center speaker, it will still get all of that delicious dialog.

your budget is a little tight, but doable.

https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamrxv379bl/yamaha-rx-v379-5.1-ch-x-70-watts-bluetooth-a/v-receiver/1.html $150

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009IUIV4A/ $60 for your front L+R pair

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HH2GINM/ $50 for your center channel

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check out your sound settings for anything called "normalization" or "equalization".

this will cap the maximum volume difference between the audio channels. so in effect it will reduce the loud parts, and bring up the volume on the quiet parts. this may be sufficient for you to like what you hear, or be sufficient for you to just get some nicer speakers and be quite satisfied.

if the "equalization" setting fixes the quiet/loud problem, but you just want more oomph, i would recommend

eris 4.5's https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GP56OYA/ $180

or

fluance ai40's https://www.amazon.com/Fluance-Bookshelf-Amplifier-Turntable-Bluetooth/dp/B07CLDGXX1/ $200

both are self-powered, and need nothing other than a cable to connect them to your Tv.

i have eris e3.5's and they are simply great.

i have fluance floor speakers, and they're also great, so i would expect good performance on the ai40's.

ai40's come with more features - a bluetooth input option, and a remote to control the volume, source.

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More speakers doesn't equal more immersive. When buying sound equipment a lot of the value comes from things not properly listed on specifications, such as total range frequency within a certain amount of total harmonic distortion.

A good set of studio monitors is a better sound solution than most people have ever owned.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GP56OYA - Some slightly above entry level studio monitors.

https://www.amazon.com/Hosa-CMP-159-Stereo-Breakout-Cable/dp/B005HGM1D6 - Connection cable needed.

https://www.amazon.com/Studio-Solutions-Density-Isolation-Monitors/dp/B01FGCC2FM - Isolation pads to prevent desk vibration and angles them towards your ears properly.

Assuming your motherboard isn't using a really poor audio chipset and you are using a high quality audio source they will sound pretty good. If you want to hit frequencies below 70Hz with significant volume I suggest adding a dedicated subwoofer of 10" minimum, although 12-15" is more ideal.

I would recommend getting the PreSonus Eris E4.5 or Mackie CR4 for the same price. Both are self powered and will not require an amplifier. You will get much more for your money.

At home, I'm into desk monitors, for gigs it's DI into PA, for local jamming I have a floor monitor.

Need some tips on purchasing some powered speakers and a preamp.
These are the two speakers I'm looking at:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GP56OYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BLhPzb88KAQFE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG16XFM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MNhPzbZBEEGA6

Also would love any other suggestions besides these two that are at or below the price point.

Below are the two preamps I'm also looking at:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007DB5I60/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DOhPzbKPT5V8V

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018WK56JE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7OhPzbPFNQERD

Same as the speakers willing to take suggestions for a possibly better preamp at or around the same price point.

Presonus Eris E3.5 or E4.5

3.5s are cheaper and smaller so would fit in nicely with the ultrawide.

Sound quality is second to none within their price range.

Powered speakers are pretty much an amplifier + speakers in one. Since your LP120 has a built in phono stage, you just connect to powered speakers via RCAs and you're good to go.

For example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GP56OYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BLhPzb88KAQFE

https://www.chanemusiccinema.com/multimedia-desktop/hivi-acoustics/d1080iv

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X741TB0

https://www.chanemusiccinema.com/d1010iv

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00GP56OYA/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

Used like new on the Presonus. Those would be the best of these listed though.

PreSonus Eris E4.5 https://www.amazon.co.uk/PreSonus-Eris-E4-5-4-5-inch-High-Definition/dp/B00GP56OYA

Then find a used cd player with left and right RCA outputs.

they seem to have really good reviews on amazon


i'd say go for it, presonus makes some really nice gear in my experience. these seem to have all the qualifications of a nice entry level monitor, hell at this price im tempted to cop them to a/b with my JBL 305's

Get a good cheap pair of bookshelf speakers (or smth more expensive) connect them to an amp and either use a splitter cable to plug it directly into mobo's integrated sound or use a usb dac (with rca cables). You will also have to spend some money on speaker wire to connect speakers to amp.

EDIT: another option is to skip amp part and get a pair of powered studio monitors.

PreSonus Eris E4.5

For music production and mixing, studio monitors:

• PreSonus Eris 4.5
  
• Or do you have an interface, controller or mixer to control the volume of other studio monitors that have separate or no volume control?
  
  Home Audio separates instead of powered so you can upgrade one part at a time later:
  
  
• Amp: Cambridge Audio TOPAZ AM5 £129 or Cambridge Audio TOPAZ AM10 £149. Or lower budget IMG Stageline SA-50 £59 or SMSL SA-50 £63 mini amp.
  
• Speakers: Wharfedale DIAMOND 220 on sale £99 £149, Q Acoustics 3020 £129, Mordaunt Short M10 £59.
  
• Speaker wire: AmazonBasics 14-Gauge (50 feet), then 4 Ways to Strip Wire - wikiHow.
  
  Home Audio Guides: Intro to home stereo systems • What is a Phono Preamp? | Audio Advice • Introduction to Audio Components • Zeos Tutorials, Diagrams and Videos • r/audiophile Guide to Home Audio • AverageJoeAudiophile's Guides
  
  Desktop Speaker Positioning: Get Those Speakers Off Your Desktop and Pitch-perfect Placement: How to Set Up Your Desktop Speakers.

FYI, those speakers are on Amzon Prime Deal today.

Hey guys, I'm looking to expand from mixing with headphones and getting some studio monitors for my setup.

I use FL Studio\Ableton to produce, and these are the monitors\DAC I plan on grabbing. Pretty entry level stuff, but they are well reviewed. Am I missing anything or should these pieces do the trick?

• Creative Soundblaster Xi-Fi USB Audio
  
  
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  PreSonus Eris E4.5 2-Way Powered Studio Monitors
  
  
• 1/4" to RCA cable

I would recommend staying away from audioengine, there are better options for the price.

$120 - Micca PB42x: These will sounds better than the Audioengine A2+R, but the build quality is not the greatest. These are 'the baseline' for cheap speakers that sound decent.

$200 - PreSonus Eris 4.5: These will provide more bass and sound better overall than the Audioengine A2+R. Build quality is very good on these as well.

$283 - JBL LSR305 + $120 - Scarlett 2i2 + $16 - 2x(XLR to TRS cable): This setup is amazing for the cost. I have been using the JBL LSR305 for quite a while now and they never disappoint. I've heard better, but those speakers are way more expensive. These can be connected directly to your computer through a 2xTRS to 1/8" cable, but I don't recommend it. When I tried that the speakers produced a terrible hissing noise. I recommend the Scarlett 2i2 over other audio interfaces due to its reliability, balanced speaker outs, and great mic pre-amps if you ever decide to get a XLR mic down the road. The cables are needed to connect the speakers to the interface.

Noob with a unique situation. I'm in an efficiency apartment somewhere in the realm of 13'x22'. I'm looking to get my first budget monitors. I had a question in particular about them. I read earlier this week that using larger monitors can cause undesired results. Is there a max monitor size for my room? How badly will the other things in my apartment (kitchen area, bed and dresser) mess with the monitors?

I've been looking at the Presonus Eris 4.5 and the Mackie CR4 sets. Are either one of these sets ok for my situation? Something else entirely? Also taking budget interface suggestions. I'd prefer something with MIDI I/O.

Speaking of MIDI, I have a MIDI guitar that I found while spring cleaning. I was very much into rhythm games back in the day, and I bought the Rock Band 3 Stratocaster Pro Guitar. What can I do with it, recording wise?

Thanks!

I am looking at powered speakers. I will be using these mainly for listening to music in my office. Source will be my PC, and hopefully, eventually a vinyl setup. I have max $150 to spend. I am looking at a powered setup for simplicity. I could probably be swayed into an amp/non powered combo, but I think it's a stretch at $150. I need something good for all genres of music, good bass, I understand a 2.0 bookshelf setup won't be like have a separate subwoofer. I have been going back and forth among about 10 pair of speakers and I just can't make a decision.

Here's the list:

Thonet and Vander Kurbis BT Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers, Hi-Fi Wooden Bluetooth Stereo Speakers with Enhanced Bass, 300 Watt Peak Power, Integrated Amplifier and RCA Input, 1 Pair, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HG1JOVC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DSHAzb60E38WB

Edifier R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers - 2.0 Active Near Field Monitors - Studio Monitor Speaker - Wooden Enclosure - 42 Watts RMS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016P9HJIA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kTHAzb4S1S3GF

PreSonus Eris E4.5 2-Way Powered Studio Monitors (Pair) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GP56OYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YTHAzbJ09ARQC

Mackie CR4 (Pair) Creative Reference Multimedia Monitor - Set of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KVEIY4O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iUHAzbAVD4RB0

Edifier R1010BT - 4" Bluetooth Wireless Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors - Studio Monitor Speaker (Pair) 24 Watts RMS - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071YV97LK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zUHAzbNHTFE9G

Plugable 4" Subwoofer Bluetooth 2-Channel Powered Bookshelf Studio Monitor Speakers - Optical & RCA Aux Inputs, 55W Output Power https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KGPEW70/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2UHAzb0R24FK0

Presonus Ceres C3.5BT 2-Way Powered Speakers with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N55NS4W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_uVHAzbATXGVCP


Pair Rockville APM5B 5.25" 2-Way 250W Powered USB Studio Monitor Speakers+Pads https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D3Z3FGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MVHAzbKMSC2QP


Please help me stop going in circles. I know some of these are more than $150...just hoping to catch a sale.

I'd rather get these and a cheap sub when you can afford it.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/PreSonus-Ceres-C4-5-loudspeakers-Built-/dp/B00GP56OYA/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1458663794&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=eris+e5

i'm actually looking into getting something like a set of these in replacement of the fender passport, since i record music as well. is this a good idea, since monitors have balanced sound? btw, i'm definitely gonna take you up on the turntable and $55 preamp for sure, thank you so much for that reccomendation.

Looks like that Vizio model I talked about is no longer on sale. However, it's bigger brother can be had for $241 refurb.

If you don't care about bass or surround sound, and just want stereo speakers that sound much better, you could get something like these for $200 (the E4.5 option). They can plug into the RCA outs on your tv.

Edifier has bass n treble controls..............

https://www.amazon.de/PreSonus-Eris-4-5-Studiomonitor-Paar/dp/B00GP56OYA

Ok, so you seem well-informed.
How is this PreSonus Eris E4.5 Pair? -- https://www.amazon.com/PreSonus-Eris-E4-5-Powered-Monitors/dp/B00GP56OYA

And what's the difference between the Scarlet Solo and the 2i2?
I plan on using Bias FX and Amp as a bedroom guitarist and maybe record some YouTube covers, too. Would this pair of monitors work well for that?

I plan on playing Metal (Like djent), Jazz, Classical etc.

I have a Presonus Eris 4.5 as speakers. I recently bought Dayton Audio Sub 800 to accompany them. Issue is I don't know how to pair them properly. I think I can wire the "Output to Right Speaker" through the sub and wire the sub output to the other speaker. I checked out this video for the sub and I'm really confused on how to wire them. He has 4 pairs speaker wires connected to the sub but only connecting a single pair of speaker wires for each speaker (with a total of 2). 2 != 4. Can someone point me in the right direction?

First time posting here. I'm thinking of moving from a 2.1 speaker setup to monitor speakers. Right now I have a Microlabs FC330 setup (16 watts), and I'm looking to buy a pair of Mackie CR5BT speakers (50 watts). I plan on using them for my desktop PC but since it has Bluetooth, I could use my phone or laptop with them, probably. Is this a good purchase? There's a cheaper version that uses 4" drivers, and I want to know if it's worth going for the full 5" drivers for around £50 more.

There's also an alternative: PreSonus Ceres C4.5 BT. Apparently Mackie have a good reputation, so I thought I should ask in a sub where people understand sound and sound quality.

Also, do I really need a subwoofer? Would these monitor speakers serve me well compared to my old setup? Thanks in advance.

Saw the Presonus Eris 4.5s for $50USD off as a Prime Day Deal - https://www.amazon.com/PreSonus-Eris-E4-5-Powered-Monitors/dp/B00GP56OYA

Anyone know anything about these PreSonus Eris E4.5's? Seems like a good enough deal at the same price as the Mackie CR4's.