Speakers for Mac Studio

[Akapplefan]

Looking to get some speakers to plug into the Mac Studio.
Don't need anything fancy, would the HomePod mini be a good option?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Defever]

I use Sonos wireless.

 

[4sallypat]

I use a DAC (iFi Zen) for the ultimate HiFi and Master audio out put for my headphones & speakers.

 

[Absrnd]

The Studio Display ?



😇

 

[nosnhojm]

Studio Display and AirPods Max, though I am curious how many people use standalone speakers and what type.

 

[George Dawes]

Two HomePod minis would be excellent

 

[page3]

I’ll be using my trusty KEF Egg.

 

[enricoclaudio]

For Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and web content:

Mac Studio ----->USB to RME FireFace UCX II -----> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controler -------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Monitor Speakers:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Unbalanced Outs ------> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controller ------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Headphones:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Balanced Outs ------> Topping A90 Headphone Amp ------> DCA AEON Noire's + HiFiMan Sundaras + Sennheiser HD660s.

Mac Studio used as Roon Remote.

 

[roland.g]

I still have my Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 that connect via USB. And the remote for them can pause, change track and volume.

 

[usagora]

The Studio Display ?



😇

I'm guessing they're looking for speakers that cost less than $1600 😂

 

[macacam]

6.5" powered yamahas are a pretty good deal. They have a couple series at this size any of the prosumer or pro audio are a good value, not too sure on the other stuff.. The HS7s are the ones I have. I like them a lot.

Yamaha Hs7's

 

[jdb8167]

Studio Display and AirPods Max, though I am curious how many people use standalone speakers and what type.

Serious overkill but they sound great with the most bass I’ve ever heard out of self-powered bookshelf speakers.

Vanatoo Transparent One

I have the previous generation but they look very similar.

 

[Akapplefan]

Two HomePod minis would be excellent

Could I link the HomePod mini’s together?

That would be great if possible and probably the best $200 option out there.

 

[aurora_sect]

For Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and web content:

Mac Studio ----->USB to RME FireFace UCX II -----> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controler -------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Monitor Speakers:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Unbalanced Outs ------> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controller ------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Headphones:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Balanced Outs ------> Topping A90 Headphone Amp ------> DCA AEON Noire's + HiFiMan Sundaras + Sennheiser HD660s.

Mac Studio used as Roon Remote.

Nothing fancy about that!

I'm a Roon user, too.??

 

[ondioline]

Anything that takes 3.5mm input is fine, why complicate things? I use Audioengine A2 with my MBP.

 

[Boil]

I will use what I have now, the Logitech Z625 THX 2.1 system...

Unfortunately I will have to forgo the optical input & slum it with the 3.5mm jack, thanks Apple...! ;^p

 

[Sirmausalot]

Looking to get some speakers to plug into the Mac Studio.
Don't need anything fancy, would the HomePod mini be a good option?

Thanks in advance.

These would be lovely and won't break the bank. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1653161-REG/m_audio_bx5_d3_5_2_way.html

 

[Sirmausalot]

These would be lovely and won't break the bank. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1653161-REG/m_audio_bx5_d3_5_2_way.html

Or the less expensive version. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1602682-REG/alesis_m_audio_bx4_bx_4_monitors_pair.html If you use speakers like this, you need to change your audio midi setup in Mac OS to a higher Hz rate and you'll get a lovely, rich sound better than speakers built in to the Studio Monitor.

 

[chikorita157]

I use passive speakers (Bowers and Wilkins M-1) and a hi-fi integrated amplifier, which is a NAD D3020 v2, which is hooked up via optical audio to a OWC Thunderbolt 3 dock in my home office setup, which I will be replacing the Mac mini M1 with the Mac Studio. Yes, it's expensive setup, but it's probably better than what the Studio Display offers. The amplifier also doubles as a headphone amp too.

 

[slainbabyyc]

genelec 8331 x2 with 7360 sub

 

[-narcan-]

I connect my M1 Mac mini via 3.5mm cable to a Cambridge Audio 2.1 channel amp, that is connected to some B&W 606's. Sounds great.

 

[Zensō]

These are arguably the best compact desktop speakers in the sub-$500 price range.

IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pair - Black

Ultra-compact Monitor System with 2 x 25W Powered Reference Speakers with 3" Drivers, 3/4" Silk Dome Tweeters, 3 EQ Switches, and Bluetooth Connectivity (pair) - Black

www.sweetwater.com

 

[hugodrax]

For Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and web content:

Mac Studio ----->USB to RME FireFace UCX II -----> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controler -------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Monitor Speakers:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Unbalanced Outs ------> Drawmer CMC3 Monitor Controller ------> Dynaudio BM5 MKIII + Rytmik Audio E22 subwoofer.

For music listening with Headphones:

Matrix Audio X-SABRE 3 (streaming over network with Roon) Balanced Outs ------> Topping A90 Headphone Amp ------> DCA AEON Noire's + HiFiMan Sundaras + Sennheiser HD660s.

Mac Studio used as Roon Remote.

he did not ask for this, but for advice on something not too fancy/expensive.

 

[hugodrax]

genelec 8331 x2 with 7360 sub

I do not think that is what he had in mind, must not have read the post.

 

[hugodrax]

Or the less expensive version. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1602682-REG/alesis_m_audio_bx4_bx_4_monitors_pair.html If you use speakers like this, you need to change your audio midi setup in Mac OS to a higher Hz rate and you'll get a lovely, rich sound better than speakers built in to the Studio Monitor.

thats not a bad deal, powered as well for the price.