M-Audio Forty Sixty Monitors
We test the M-Audio Forty Sixty monitor speakers. Are they a rival to the Pioneer VM-50?
DJ tech, since 2003
DJ tech, since 2003
Monitors
DJ monitors are essential for accurate sound in the studio or booth, letting DJs and producers hear every detail of their mixes. Unlike consumer speakers, professional monitors deliver flat, precise response, revealing subtle nuances in bass, mids, and highs.
This category features monitors from industry leaders like KRK, Yamaha, Adam Audio, Mackie, Pioneer DJ, and Presonus. From compact nearfield monitors to full-range studio setups, these speakers are built for critical listening, mixing, and mastering in both home studios and club environments.
Whether you’re cueing tracks, fine-tuning edits, or checking mixes before a live set, a reliable pair of DJ monitors ensures your sound translates accurately across every system.
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JBL Portable PA system
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Broken studio monitor = time for a group test
It wasn't one of those "I dropped my phone down the toilet" moments, but an accidentally damaged studio monitor is a good excuse for a group test. Tell us what you have.