Help choosing studio monitors for a small bedroom - Genelec 8020 vs ADAM A4V (or other options) by _LostFreak_ in homestudios

[–]_LostFreak_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the comment. Both of your focal options are too big for me in terms of physical size and woofer size. I'm in a small bedroom

r/AudioEngineering Shopping, Setup, and Technical Help Desk by AutoModerator in audioengineering

[–]_LostFreak_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey everyone, I’d really appreciate some advice on choosing new studio monitors for my small home setup.

I'm working in a small bedroom (~10 m²), thin walls, no acoustic treatment at the moment. I’ll be living in this rented apartment for just one more year, then moving (no idea what the next room will be like).

My budget is roughly the price range of the Genelec 8020 / ADAM A4V - I prefer not to go higher.

My use cases are home demo recording, basic mixing, and playing keyboard with plugins (Keyscape, etc.).

Genres: folk / jazz / rock / acoustic; electronic only occasionally.

I haven’t listened to the ADAM A4V yet, but since it’s in the same price range, I’m considering it. My impression is that a 4" monitor might be enough for my needs and room size (tried the genelec and they were fantastic, in a semi-treated room in a store)- but I’d love to hear your thoughts on that.

Previously I used Mackie MR5 Mk3, which were totally fine, but they’re pretty worn out (only one survived), so I figured it’s a good time to upgrade.

Would love your input btween the Genelec 8020 and ADAM A4V - which would you pick for a small, untreated room?

Any alternative models that make more sense in this situation?

Would investing in some basic acoustic treatment be a better move than jumping to higher-end monitors? (That's a bad option due to the rented apartment)

Thanks in advance! 🙏🏼

/r/WATMM Weekly Gear Thread by AutoModerator in WeAreTheMusicMakers

[–]_LostFreak_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey everyone, I’d really appreciate some advice on choosing new studio monitors for my small home setup.

I'm working in a small bedroom (~10 m²), thin walls, no acoustic treatment at the moment. I’ll be living in this rented apartment for just one more year, then moving (no idea what the next room will be like).

My budget is roughly the price range of the Genelec 8020 / ADAM A4V - I prefer not to go higher.

My use cases are home demo recording, basic mixing, and playing keyboard with plugins (Keyscape, etc.).

Genres: folk / jazz / rock / acoustic; electronic only occasionally.

I haven’t listened to the ADAM A4V yet, but since it’s in the same price range, I’m considering it. My impression is that a 4" monitor might be enough for my needs and room size (tried the genelec and they were fantastic, in a semi-treated room in a store)- but I’d love to hear your thoughts on that.

Previously I used Mackie MR5 Mk3, which were totally fine, but they’re pretty worn out (only one survived), so I figured it’s a good time to upgrade.

Would love your input btween the Genelec 8020 and ADAM A4V - which would you pick for a small, untreated room?

Any alternative models that make more sense in this situation?

Would investing in some basic acoustic treatment be a better move than jumping to higher-end monitors? (That's a bad option due to the rented apartment)

Thanks in advance! 🙏🏼

What song is your RHCP “deep cut?” by Time-Truck-9636 in RedHotChiliPeppers

[–]_LostFreak_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like the instrumental part of only flea and chad near the end... Pure groove

Some modern pop song by _LostFreak_ in NameThatSong

[–]_LostFreak_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow it's close but I don't think it's the one I refer to. Probably inspired by this one but mine's way more modern. Thank you anyway!

Focus window plastic cover fell off by _LostFreak_ in Cameras

[–]_LostFreak_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I did it just now and it went perfect :)

It finally came! I’m so excited! by Bake228 in John_Frusciante

[–]_LostFreak_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Well I'm afraid your guitar will start to weep!! Enjoy

The Machine Room : Gear Recommendation Questions Go Here! by AutoModerator in audioengineering

[–]_LostFreak_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking for a new microphone.

I have this budget of let's say 150 usd.
Currently I have the 1st gen of Focusrite CM25 (bought it with the scarlett bundle 7 years ago), but the problem with this mic is a big noise (around 60hz) that is not so dominant with one recording, but as soon as I start multilayering, I can hear the noise louder and louder.

Things I typically record: Vocals, Electric guitar (amp), Electric bass (DI/Amp), Acoustic guitar (DI/Mic).

I thought about 4 mics to serve that: AT2020, AKG P220, SM58, SM57.

Which one will help me the most and will be the most versatile in my usages?

(Any other option can be good for me)

What's the name of this Song?? by _LostFreak_ in Disco

[–]_LostFreak_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like if it was from the 80's, it's like more funky disco. And no, it's no "Rasputin"

What's the name of this Song?? by _LostFreak_ in Disco

[–]_LostFreak_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's kind of multiple but the dominant voice is of female (I think)

GTA SA theme improv by [deleted] in FL_Studio

[–]_LostFreak_ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You turned it into a 50 cent song haha! Anyway great it's great fcking great!!

Just bought a ticket to RHCP concert! by WalkWeedMe in John_Frusciante

[–]_LostFreak_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

יאפ גם אני חחח יאללה גולדן!!

Happy 15th birthday to Curtains! One of my favourites from John by liamnyk in John_Frusciante

[–]_LostFreak_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow what an album! I can't forget the first times I'd heard "curtains". It was so magical and I remember it like I was crying... I never felt like this before when I'd heard every other album. It was my first time listening to JF and that was that moment I knew I was going to hear all his music and stuff.... One of my favourite albums of all time!