Monitors / Monitoring

British bass‑amp brand Ashdown’s debut monitor is inspired by the classic BBC LS3/5a. How does it compare with the real deal?

The Hi‑X15s bring Austrian Audio’s proprietary headphone driver technology to the mass market.

This impressive setup combines point‑source technology, advanced loudspeaker management DSP and a powerful new bass extension system. Is this the state of the art in studio monitoring?

Why might you need a dedicated monitor controller — and what separates the good models from the bad?

HEDD’s impressive Mk2‑series speakers let you choose between ported and unported formats. Which works best?

Trinnov’s pioneering range of room‑correction systems now has a dedicated monitor controller.

SPL combine their acclaimed headphone amps with monitor control facilities and USB audio interfacing.

Two‑way or three‑way? Ported or sealed? Analogue or DSP‑assisted? We help you navigate the monitor maze and choose the best speakers for your studio.

Focal’s revised Alpha‑series speakers offer serious studio monitoring at an entry‑level price.

Genelec’s high‑tech The Ones series has a new flagship model. We fire it up...