Kali Audio IN-5 White

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Kali Audio IN-5 White

Kali Audio

IN-5 White

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 524239
Model: IN-5 White
Price: $383.90

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The Kali IN-5 White is a seriously impressive monitor for the money. The coaxial design really shines, offering a wide and accurate stereo image that’s fantastic for mixing and critical listening. These are a great option for home studios and smaller commercial spaces looking for a balanced, revealing sound.

Product Description

  • Kali Audio IN-5 White
  • Active Nearfield Monitor
  • 3-Way system with coaxial midrange / tweeter
  • Drivers: 5" woofer
  • 4" midrange
  • 1" soft dome tweeter
  • Power: 160 W (80/40/40 W Tri-Amped)
  • Frequency range: 39 - 25000 Hz
  • Maximum level: 112 dB
  • EQ for adjustment to the installation location
  • Connectors: XLR and jack 6.3 mm balanced as well as cinch unbalanced
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 382 x 206 x 286 mm
  • Weight: 10.4 kg
  • Colour: White
PROS
  • • Exceptional imaging thanks to the coaxial midrange/tweeter design.
  • • Tri-amped architecture delivers clean, powerful, and detailed sound across frequencies.
  • • Excellent room correction EQ minimizes common acoustic issues for accurate monitoring.
  • • Robust build quality with a surprisingly solid MDF cabinet for its price point.
CONS
  • • The white finish can show dust and fingerprints easily, requiring more frequent cleaning.
  • • Limited high-frequency extension compared to some premium monitors; might lack sparkle for certain genres.
  • • The 5” woofer might be a little small for true low-end reproduction at higher volumes.

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Key Features

Woofer Size 5"
Power (Watts) 160
Frequency Range 39 - 25000 Hz
Connections XLR, TRS, RCA
Weight 10.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Kali IN-5 offers a more neutral and detailed soundstage than the HS5, with less of the Yamaha's characteristic mid-range bump. It's a more revealing monitor overall, but that also means you'll hear more of your mix's flaws.
The EQ helps, but it’s not a replacement for proper acoustic treatment. Think of it as a supplement – treatment addresses the root cause, while the EQ fine-tunes the response.
112dB is a very high SPL, meaning they're plenty loud for most studio environments. However, listen at reasonable levels to avoid damage to your ears and the speakers.

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