Kali Audio IN-8 2nd Wave
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Kali Audio
IN-8 2nd Wave
Product Info
Article Number:
520647
Brand:
Kali Audio
Model:
IN-8 2nd Wave
Category:
Active Nearfield Monitors
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These IN-8s are a real find for smaller studios needing accurate monitoring. The coaxial design and tri-amping give you a surprisingly detailed and balanced soundstage, perfect for mixing and mastering where subtle nuances matter. They’re a fantastic value for the performance.
Product Description
- Kali Audio IN-8 2nd Wave
- Active Nearfield Monitor
- 3-way system with coaxial midrange/tweeter
- Drivers: 8" woofer
- 4" midrange driver
- 1" soft dome tweeter
- Power: 140 watts (60/40/40 watts tri-amped)
- Frequency range: 37 - 25.000 Hz (-10 dB)
- 45 - 21.000 Hz (+/- 3 dB)
- Maximum sound pressure level: 117 dB
- EQ for adaptation to the installation site
- Connectors: XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo balanced
- RCA unbalanced
- Dimensions (H x D x W): 441 x 285 x 254 mm
- Weight: 10.4 kg
PROS
- • Coaxial design yields a remarkably focused and stable stereo image.
- • Tri-amped design delivers exceptional clarity and dynamic range across frequencies.
- • The EQ settings are genuinely useful for room correction and accurate translation.
- • 8” woofer provides a surprising amount of low-end extension for its size.
CONS
- • The cabinet resonance, while minimal, is noticeable at higher volumes.
- • The styling is functional but lacks a premium aesthetic appeal.
- • Limited input options might require external preamps for certain workflows.
Product Video
Key Features
Woofer Size
8"
Power (Watts)
140
Frequency Range
37 - 25.000 Hz
Connections
XLR/6.3mm, RCA
Weight
10.4 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
They offer a more refined and accurate sound than many competitors, thanks to the coaxial design and robust tri-amping, but lack the extensive connectivity of some high-end options.
The EQ is helpful for basic room correction, but significant acoustic treatment will always yield better results; consider these as a tool, not a complete solution.
Kali uses robust components, and while not audiophile-grade, the drivers are built to withstand regular use in a studio environment without issue.
