Powerful speakers flank smart TV display [Setups]

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IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers
You can also stand them up vertically, as shown here.
Photo: IK Multimedia

High-quality speakers in MacBooks and Studio Displays and the like are all well and good. But if you want great sound in your computer setup, you’re better off with studio monitor speakers like those in today’s MacBook Pro setup. They’re IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers.

The powered pair of studio monitor speakers pump out 100 watts of sound apiece. And right now they’re 25% off at $300 each. Find them in the gear list below if you want to level up your setup’s sound.

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IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers power setup’s sound

Redditor Katert (“Kat”) showcased the setup in a post entitled, “My endgame setup.” They run a 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro open on the desk as a secondary display, though they said they might go to clamshell (closed) mode. And the laptop drives a large 42-inch LG C2 Series OLED smart TV.

So on Wednesday we focused on the big smart TV used as a display. And on Friday we cover the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM powered speakers sitting on stands on either side of the display.

iLoud MTM speakers by feature

IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers
A pair of iLoud MTM powered speakers are no slouch on quality audio.
Photo: Katert@Reddit.com

And these iLoud speakers are suitable for computer use or as bookshelf speakers. But they’re of sufficient quality for use in a music studio, as well — even without a subwoofer. That’s because they carry deep bass sound all by themselves, according to the company.

So here’s how IK Multimedia lists the studio monitors’ impressive features:

  • Designed as the ideal studio speakers, as well as desktop speakers or bookshelf speaker, iLoud MTM offers incredibly clear linear phase sound and deep, extended bass down to 40 Hz without a subwoofer.
  • Built-in self-calibration via included ARC mic lets iLoud MTM adjust to any placement, for balanced sound on a music studio desk, studio equipment, even as desk speakers or gaming speakers for PC.
  • Linear phase sound reduces ear fatigue for music production and mixing. Point-source performance delivers audiophile sound at any distance making these ideal desktop studio audio monitors
  • Deep bass down to 40Hz lets iLoud MTM rival any big speaker, large studio monitors or computer speakers for desktop with powered subwoofer or pc speakers for desktop with subwoofer.
  • Compact and easy to mount, these studio monitor speakers offer Atmos bass management and mount to mic stands or mounts for immersive audio that surpasses any PC sound bar or surround sound rig.

Shop these items now:

IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speakers
In addition to setting them horizontally, you can also stand them up vertically, as shown here.

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IK Multimedia iLoud MTM speaker
$399.99

This 100-watt, dual 3-inch woofer premium compact studio monitor powered speaker is great for a computer setup or for a music studio. Sold individually.

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04/27/2024 02:19 am GMT

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