Are these the best Monitors to get for its price??

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I was browsing sam ash Monitors and come across Roland - DS-50A 24bit Powered Studio Monitors (RDS50ASNG) for 295 has a 24bit/96khz range

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You mean my events dont play 24bit/96khz????!!! :confused: :confused:


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Actually, the monitors he mentioned have a digital I/O connection so that you can connect your digital mixer directly to these guys.

I've never heard them, but my own concern would be in the quality of the converters.......

I *like* my analog connections for monitors though....

Bruce
 
There is only one and will only be one answer: Buy the ones that sound best within your budget.

If your current D/A converters suck you can buy separate D/A converters if you go with monitors that doesn't have that (most don't).
 
Iv'e heard some bad stuff about these roland monitors. and they seem to be underpowered too.

but the digital in does kind of facinate me. I dont think the event 2020 bas has one of these inputs on board.
 
A pair of Yorkville YSM-1's and a decent amp wouldnt hit you for much more.....
 
A huge purpose of these Roland monitors is for connection to the VS-series HD recorders. These recorders have optional COSM monitor modeling if you get the effects processor. In particular, the processor will model different monitors for output to the speakers. For example, the speakers will supposedly sound like a variety of different monitors includeing boombox speakers, etc. The modeling is optimized for certain Roland speakers, including these digital speakers.


Matt
 
I've also heard bad things about the monitors. one thing that stood out was that they were not flat.

In COSM modelling, one can choose to emulate different kinds of speakers. in the modelling environment, there is a flat setting for these monitors.

The reviewer said that they sounded flatter with the cosm modelling on. Why would you want to buy a monitor that has to emulate flatness
 
thanks for all the replies....i didn't realize about the digi part I want analog....could someone point me in the direction of good speakers 300 or under? also are Monitors VITAL to the mixing process for ex i got some cheap speakers now i recently mixed a song and it sounds diff on diff systems is there a possibility that my hearing was all f*cked when listening to the track? I would like someone who has experience this problem to help but anyone can answer, after u got the real monitors were all ur mixes near perfect?
 
Thats the general idea. Monitors ARE vital to the mixing process. There are a number of threads here on monitors and why you need them (Try using the search function one in a while). But in general, a good pair of monitors (in an appropriately treated room mind you) will allow you to hear what your mixes actually sound like. Then your mixes should translate better to different stereos, etc. However, regardless of what monitors you get, you will likely have to learn the nuances of them and your room and compensate accordingly. However, there are other benefits to good monitors such as how well they image in stereo and the amount of detail you can hear above and beyod the average boom box speakers. Again, try the search. I got a pair of passive Yorkville YSM-1s (<$200) and I'm pretty happy so far. But, with an amp your looking at more like $400. Later.
 
Check out the Event 20/20's. They're about $250 - $299, in price (but, you will still need to purchase an amp :( ).

But...

You could always purchase a used amp, then upgrade to new (once you get the money). :)

spin
 
I have a kenwood receiver...
i also got a mackie1402vlz couldn't i use either one? or do i need a special "Amp"


I might try that search function but for what? yall are doing a great job helping me :D
 
The mackie has no power out. As for the kenwood, it would work in a pinch I guess, but home stereo amp and such are made to make the music sound better, IE not an honsest replication of the music. So what may sound a-ok on thru the kenwood, will probably be lacking and/or over powering in other systems
 
Right. The Kenwood will work in a pinch, but is probably not optimal. If you decide to save some bucks to start and use the Kenwood, be sure to flatten the EQ, set any other tone controls to zero/neutral/12:00/whatever, and turn the loudness button and other enhaincing features off.

Matt
 
COSM

Regarding the COSM:

Emulating flatness? That's interesting. Hell, I don't have a problem with it if it results in a nice flat response. All that matters is that I get a flat result.

Hmmm. Makes me wonder. What about a COSM-type system that tunes your monitors for your room. The process would involve:

- placing a specific mic at a predetermined distance from the speakers;
- sending a specific signal through the speakers;
- analyzing the signal received at the mic; and
- adjusting a EQ/phasing/etc. for the output signal to compensate for room acoustics and monitor nuances.

I know this kind of stuff exists. I wonder why we haven't seen it on the VS systems or as a stand alone box for project studios. Especially because such studios are in bedrooms, etc. where it is drastically needed.


Matt
 
You mean generating pink noise and getting the Spectrum analizer to flatten out while being fed by a microphone in the room. by adjusting the bands on the Eq.

Thats ok for listening but Im not sure It will produce an accurate master. BETTER NEAR FIELD MONITORS AND ACCOUSTIC TREATMENT IS best( sorry but my cap lock got hit back there).
 
where would i find these yorkville speakers? i did a search on them on samash and music fiend found nothing
 
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