Z Review - Mackie MR624 [Don't Share]

@ZeosPantera It's funny because the HS8s are loved specifically for their neutrality.

Yeah that's what I meant. I saw your review list on the stream, I didn't think you'd be actively trying to buy anything right now

Ktulu

If Mackie offer them I might have to. I really rather not jump into buying any more speakers as of right now.

ZeosPantera

I think this line is still more neutral. Id trust it a bit more than the Yamaha's for production but both can throw down in a party.

ZeosPantera

So are you planning on trying to get your hands on either the MrMk3 or the XR series monitors from Mackie? Curious to see how the are compared to the MR series

Ktulu

Yamaha hs8's. They're not meant to compete with this line but whats the split. You have both and didn't mention anything about them. I get that the 8" version isn't even in the same price range until you get to the MR mk3 line but just for comparisons sake on quality of monitor

Charles Offdenson

Oh its finally back in stock. Will do.

ZeosPantera

Zeos maybe you could check out this? <a href="https://www.amazon.com/MCM-CUSTOM-50-8394-CONTROL-/dp/B01CX82KH2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/MCM-CUSTOM-50-8394-CONTROL-/dp/B01CX82KH2</a>

Yeah perfect rooms are a lifelong pursuit. Good luck.

ZeosPantera

I tried throwing about 8dB of boost at it and it never fully went away, it was like it was just disappearing into a void. Besides, I'm of the mindset of getting it as close as possible via installation before resorting to EQ. I bought the MiniDSP mainly to handle crossover duty.

I've heard Null's are harder to fix with just DSP. But in theory it should be able to correct to a point.

ZeosPantera

Can't you use the minidsp to correct for the null?

They are rather awesome. Well worth their price tag.

ZeosPantera

Light hiss is acceptable with most powered monitors. They usually run very sensitive so getting within a foot should reveal some noise.

ZeosPantera

Are you hearing any hissing coming from the tweeters? I can definitely notice a light hiss coming from my Focal Alpha 50's.

I bought a MiniDSP 2x4 Balanced because of you and it's made me acutely aware of a null in my room around 75hz. The sound treatment rabbit hole is gonna get expensive.

I prefer the JBL 308's by a wide margin to the HS8's and KRK Rockit8's. I can't speak for the Mackie 6's or 8's, but if Z prefers these to the 305's, I would assume these are "better" than the HS8's (just doing a bit of deduction here based on what I've heard obviously)

HS8s are probably better. HS8s are one of if not the most recommended 8 inch monitors.

lol, I do the same Family Guy thing with "wh" words, too. #It'sFunny2me

Dan Isaacs

Zeos, I just bought a pair and should have them setup soon. Would you say these are better sounding to HS8s? I've seen HS8's for sale on Craigslist for about $400. Would it be worth to get HS8's as well? On a separate note, I need some help buying a pair of headphones for my fiance. Could you please recommend some fashion/hifi headphones that would work off her phone? It would be used in the office and during her commute to work (Metro). Watched your videos from the past year and read your reddit guides but I'm still undecided what to get. Any recommendations is greatly appreciated. Thanks and keep up the great work!

Yeah I didn't want to release all my speaker reviews in a clump.

ZeosPantera

The miniDSP HD video will go over that.

ZeosPantera

I got the joke nut the video date for October really messed with me.

Functional Doc

The video is for the JBL 306 not the Mackie . What"s up and the video is dated for Oct. also ?

Functional Doc

I've already started drooling and I haven't started the video yet.

Thx, just got them in Europe from thomann.de for 338 eur for pair and free delivery :D

I would be interested in a "how-to" video on your proposed 2.1 speaker system using fiber optic and a remote.

Big knob -that's what she said.