The Best Studio Monitors 2025

1. Studio Display 27" 5K Retina Monitor, Nano Textured Glass, Tilt-Adjustable Stand

Apple Studio Display 27" 5K Retina Monitor, Nano Textured, Tilt-Adjustable Stand

Display 5K Retina display 27-inch (diagonal) 5K Retina display 5120-by-2880 resolution at 218 pixels per inch 600 nits brightness Support for 1 billion colors Wide color (P3) True Tone technology Nano-texture glass Reference Modes Available reference modes: Apple Display (P3-600 nits) HDTV Video (BT.709-BT.1886) NTSC Video (BT.601 SMPTE-C) PAL and SECAM Video (BT.601 EBU) Digital Cinema (P3-DCI) Digital Cinema (P3-D65) Design and Print (P3-D50) Photography (P3-D65) Internet and Web (sRGB) Camera 12MP Ultra Wide camera with 122 Degree field of view Æ/2.4 aperture Center Stage Audio High-fidelity six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers Wide stereo sound Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos Studio-quality three-mic array with high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming Support for "Hey Siri" Connections One Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port, three USB-C ports One upstream Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port for host (with 96W host charging) Three downstream USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) for connecting peripherals, storage, and networking Stand Tilt-adjustable stand Tilt: -5 Degree to +25 Degree Compatibility Compatible with the following Mac models running macOS Monterey 12.3 or later: Mac Studio (2022) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019 or later) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021) 13-inch MacBook Pro (2016 or later) 15-inch MacBook Pro (2016 or later) MacBook Air (2018 or later) Mac mini (2018 or later) Mac Pro (2019 or later) 24-inch iMac (2021) 27-inch iMac (2017 or later) 21.5-inch iMac (2017 or later) iMac Pro (2017) Compatibility (Contd.) Compatible with the following iPad models running iPadOS 15.4 or later: iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation or later) iPad Pro 11-inch iPad Air (5th generation) Line voltage 100-240V AC Frequency 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase Operating temperature 50 Degree to 95 Degree F (10 Degree to 35 Degree C) Relative humidity 5% to 90% noncondensing Maximum altitude tested up to 16,400 feet (5000 meters) Dimensions (W x H x D) 24.5 x 18.8 x 6.6" (62.3 x 47.8 x 16.8cm) Weight 13.9 lbs (6.3kg)

2. IK Multimedia - iLoud Precision 5 Studio Monitor - Black

Full-range speaker solution for all your desktop and multimedia applications; 80W (40W per channel) class AB amplifier; 5.25" polypropylene woofer and 3/4" silk dome tweeter; Bass Boost switch; MDF enclosure with textured vinyl covering; stereo RCA and 1/8" inputs; stereo 1/8" subwoofer and headphone outputs

Studio monitors re-invented. Again. iLoud Precision series represents another breakthrough in nearfield monitoring from the company that revolutionized compact monitors with iLoud Micro Monitor and iLoud MTM. Available in a choice of 3 configurations — 2-way 5” or 6.5”, and 2 x 5” MTM — these handmade works of sonic art reflect IK’s 25+ years of expertise in loudspeaker design and digital signal processing, delivering a level of sonic detail that beats speakers at three times the price, with unique DSP-based features and software workflow enhancements that can’t be found anywhere else.

3. JAM - DJMonitor 32: 2 x 15 watts RMS Active Monitoring Speakers - Black

JAMHUB Tracker MT16 Multitrack Audio Recorder: Compatible with most mixing decks and JamHub studios; 16GB SD card included; 16-channel simultaneous 24/96 audio recording

Drawing on its extensive experience, Hercules has created a pair of active monitoring speakers perfect for getting started in the world of DJing. Though small in size, the Hercules DJMonitor 32 speakers more than hold their own against larger speakers in their category particularly in terms of their quality and output power.

4. Definitive Technology - Studio Monitor 350/450 Speaker Stands (2-Pack) - Black

BOWERS & WILKINS STAV 24 S2 Speaker Stands (Pair): Compatible with 685 S2 and 686 S2 speakers; twin metal vertical columns; includes an Allen wrench, assembly hardware, floor spikes and rubber feet

Display your Definitive Technology Studio Monitor 350/450 speakers with these Definitive Technology stands, which feature metal construction for durability. The included rubber glides and carpet spikes allow use on various flooring types.

5. Apple - Studio Display - Standard Glass Tilt Adjustable - Silver

8 ms response time; 200 cd/m brightness, 1366 x 768 resolution, 180 degree horizontal and 100 degree vertical viewing angles; USB input; ENERGY STAR

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

6. Apple - Studio Display - Standard Glass Tilt and Height-Adjustable

The Eris Sub8 is the first subwoofer to join the lauded and best-selling Eris studio monitor line. We called it Eris because it’s been designed from the ground up to be part of the family; it compliments the voicing and frequency response of the modern Eris classics.

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

7. Apple - Studio Display - Standard Glass VESA Mount Adapter

The Eris Sub8 is the first subwoofer to join the lauded and best-selling Eris studio monitor line. We called it Eris because it’s been designed from the ground up to be part of the family; it compliments the voicing and frequency response of the modern Eris classics.

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

8. Apple - Studio Display - Nano-texture Glass Tilt and Height-Adjustable

The Eris Sub8 is the first subwoofer to join the lauded and best-selling Eris studio monitor line. We called it Eris because it’s been designed from the ground up to be part of the family; it compliments the voicing and frequency response of the modern Eris classics.

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

9. Apple - Studio Display - Nano-texture Glass VESA Mount Adapter

The Eris Sub8 is the first subwoofer to join the lauded and best-selling Eris studio monitor line. We called it Eris because it’s been designed from the ground up to be part of the family; it compliments the voicing and frequency response of the modern Eris classics.

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

10. Hercules - DJ Monitor 42 - 2 x 20 watts RMS Active Monitoring Speakers - Black

Refine the mixes that you create with high-quality speakers for powerful, clear audio rendering. The DJMonitor 42 speakers are ideal for setting just the right mood: not too big or too small, they fit perfectly into any setting and provide an incredible ambiance!

Perfect your mixing creations with quality speakers for powerful, clear audio rendering. The Hercules DJMonitor 42 speakers are ideal for setting just the right mood: not too big, and not too small, they’re the perfect fit for any setting and ensure an amazing vibe!