Small room (10'x12') monitor recommendations for hiphop/bass-heavy mixing

[jebjerome]

Was thinking about Blue Sky Pro Desk, but they might be too much for a room of this size. Primary monitors now are Alesis Monitor Ones with a Tannoy sub, which actually don't suck as bad as one might expect(couldn't use them w/o the sub, though). I've gotten accustomed to them, but realize that I'm missing a lot of upper mid detail. Probably want to keep them, since I am used to them, but add another (better) system to take over as primary monitoring.

Recommendations appreciated. I probably want something with a sub or if not otherwise excellent lowend. Thanks!

[Polyphony]

KRK V8 series 1


awesome low end....


warning!!!do NOT get the series 2

[TonyBelmont]

Originally Posted by jebjerome

Was thinking about Blue Sky Pro Desk, but they might be too much for a room of this size. Primary monitors now are Alesis Monitor Ones with a Tannoy sub, which actually don't suck as bad as one might expect(couldn't use them w/o the sub, though). I've gotten accustomed to them, but realize that I'm missing a lot of upper mid detail. Probably want to keep them, since I am used to them, but add another (better) system to take over as primary monitoring.

Recommendations appreciated. I probably want something with a sub or if not otherwise excellent lowend. Thanks!

What is your budget?

[Reza]

Not sure if you've already treated your room, but if not this is key to hearing your monitors right. Go for DIY - and not foam!!!

Once you've sorted that out, I'd look at Genelec or Dynaudio. Remember to mix at low volumes - as much as you want to crank it, you get way better results like this. To me a smaller set from the 8000 series would be sweet.

If you buy monitors and put them in an untreated room you're being lazy and they'll sound like crap.

Peace. Rez

[jebjerome]

What is your budget?

< $2k

Not sure if you've already treated your room, but if not this is key to hearing your monitors right.

Thanks, yeah, I have 4 of the GIK Acoustics 244 panels in the room and a full bookshelf in the back of the room. They significantly improve the sound. Room still ain't perfect, but much better than w/o.

[TonyBelmont]

Genelec 8040's!

[dshay]

You got acoustic treatment properly taken care of?

Cause I'd suggest a grip of Owens Corning 403, especially in the corners.

[jebjerome]

Any others? Would I need to use a sub with the 8040s?

Can you still get the Series 1 V8s or would have to look used?

Thanks

[Polyphony]

Originally Posted by jebjerome

Any others? Would I need to use a sub with the 8040s?

Can you still get the Series 1 V8s or would have to look used?

Thanks

You would have to look for a used pair.....

I'm pretty sure would need a sub for the 8040s....

[Isle of Weight]

Originally Posted by jebjerome

Was thinking about Blue Sky Pro Desk, but they might be too much for a room of this size. Primary monitors now are Alesis Monitor Ones with a Tannoy sub, which actually don't suck as bad as one might expect(couldn't use them w/o the sub, though). I've gotten accustomed to them, but realize that I'm missing a lot of upper mid detail. Probably want to keep them, since I am used to them, but add another (better) system to take over as primary monitoring.

Recommendations appreciated. I probably want something with a sub or if not otherwise excellent lowend. Thanks!

I think the sky system one, or the pro desk would be the best choice.
I used the sky system one for a few sessions in a room smaller than yours, and I cant stop thinking about them!!!!! They were incredible in referencing the low end.

AA.