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YuukiMagic
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Jul 30, 2020
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I assume these are just normal speakers and not monitors? (asking for a friend)
Jul 30, 2020
Rowdy2026
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Sep 18, 2020
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YuukiMagicand I thought monitors were ‘normal’ speakers....
Sep 18, 2020
postwarscars
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Oct 12, 2020
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Rowdy2026Monitors are generally for close proximity listening. They're more pro-audio focused, and while you are not incorrect that they are normal speakers, their applications and use differ (they are typically detail oriented but short on soundstage size, for instance). At a computer monitors are fine. In a living room they can be problematic.
Oct 12, 2020
Rowdy2026
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Oct 20, 2020
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postwarscarsAny bookshelf size speaker can become problematic in larger size living space. It’s not unique to speakers with the resolution of monitors at the same size. You can buy ‘monitor’ style speakers at any size for any room. I’ll reiterate what I initially said even though you replied somewhat to the contrary...monitor styled speakers are the same as ‘normal’ speakers but generally regarded to have a neutrally balanced tone (high resolution & flat response). There are many speakers that have been made throughout the years which have been used in both a casual and studio application. I use a set of Yamaha speakers in my office that are regarded great for music production but I also find fantastic for listening to a collection of vinyl through...they are still normal speakers though.
Oct 20, 2020
postwarscars
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Oct 21, 2020
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Rowdy2026Well, like I said, you aren't wrong. They all produce sound, they can be used for listening to music, and bookshelf speakers in large rooms can be bad. But, still, monitors (or pro-audio) aren't usually tuned (you covered this) or built the same. For instance a PA sub typically has a lower throw distance than a home audio sub. It's sort of the same with monitors, so what I meant (and should've clarified) was they tend to fill space far less than a standard box speaker. The trade off is usually, like you said, extreme neutrality. Monitors can definitely be as good as, or better than, non-pro focused speakers. Totally not arguing with you. Having heard a lot of both there's definitely a difference (also monitors are usually self-powered), but it's not some dramatic thing. I'm sorry that I probably came off like a dick, wasn't intentional.
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Oct 21, 2020
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