Monolith Encore T6 Tower Speakers: $800/pr Are they that good?
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- A few years ago, Monoprice’s Monolith THX speaker line proved that they could deliver a THX sound experience at lower price points than anyone thought possible. Now, in an attempt to deliver a high-quality sound at a lower price point, they have unveiled their new Encore line of speakers that cost half of the price of their Monolith offerings. How far can the Monolith wizards go at Monoprice in producing a high-performing speaker at an entry-level cost?
We discuss the full details about the Encore T6 loudspeakers with Audioholics reviewer James Larson. James discusses the build quality, sound quality, objective measurements, and how it ranks in the very competitive (MSRP: $800/pr) price point.
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Two points. First up: Audioholics are the reviewers of choice. Pretty much just them and ASR. Second. We are truly in a golden age of Hi-Fi. It is not so much fabulous gear at good prices - it is that plus what is lowest end requirement of Hi-Fi. A good test is the slow movement of Beethoven's 7th - the one with the great string chords. The musical meaning, the pain , is established. If you get that with low end Hi-Fi then you have arrived.
The audio community and I owe a debt of gratitude to the input of these selfless individuals.
I like that you're testing the speaker outside too without any walls to reflect. Can't say I've seen that done before I always see people doing it inside where there's reflection. Pretty good job.
Tested outside for accurate measurements. Listen inside.
These measurements and reviews are so great. James is a huge asset to Audioholics and the consumers. I am recommending this set to some friends that that they would work for
Just set up three of these the T6's are awesome!!!! Thanks for the heads up you guys!
With the going price of the Encore T5's I couldn't resist. At $180/pair and free delivery they are a steal. I'm measuring nearly flat to 30hz in room and bass is very tight. Subwoofer is not needed for music, I'd probably get a sub for movies certainly but these are just for TV and casual listening. They play very loud - currently have them paired with an old Carver TFM-15CB which provides them with plenty of power.
Those are 800 EACH
@@robert71457 What are 800 each? The Encore T5's were on sale for $90 each at the time. I was so impressed that I also picked up the T6's when they went on sale for $120 each.
I also found and jumped on the Encore t5s at this mentioned price (no brainer). Then, 4-6mo later, I ran across the t6 pair at another crazy good, unpassable deal similar to the T5. End results were 2pr of amazingly good sound quality at ridiculously low pricing! Monoprice.. thanks for letting me clear out your warehouse!
Since I've only seen the Audition series for twice the prices. Thanks guys, appreciate your work.
@@rianredfield5252 Also been enjoying both my T6 and T5's. Still sound great!
Very nice review as allways! Regarding packaging, UPS destroyed 3x Monlith 13 THX as they don't use pallets during the whole shipping so they just push it/roll it around the floor... Doesn't matter how good packaging you have when you drop a 70kg subwoofer....
Wow! That's quite the bass port! It looks more like a bass canon! 😄👍 This looks to be a remarkable speaker, I'm definitely interested! (I'll probably drive my neighbours nuts!!)
These speakers are $170 each right now lol
I'm pretty close to buying them, any thoughts on using them for (metal) music playback on a quality turntable?
Now $118 each. Absolute steal.
from where i cant find them?
@@blaze2051They were on sale several months ago. It seems like they have been discontinued. Keep an eye out for open box sales. The C6's are now on sale which are almost equal to the T6 in terms of dynamics above ~150hz but would need to paired with a sub and could be used vertically for L/R.
Picked up the T6's as well for $240/pair. Everything that was true for the T5's is taken a step further on the T6's. I very much doubt anything can come close to them at these prices.
from where?
@@blaze2051 Target when they were on sale.
I really wish monoprice brought a better center channel to the table with this series. The center channel is the most important speaker in theater based speaker series like these. I advise beginners to shop for a strong center channel and then look at the companies left and right channel options. Monoprice should really design a better center because a lot of people aren’t wanting to buy a different Monoprice center that doesn’t match.
An MTM like theirs should be fine if seated within 20 degrees off axis from MLP. Otherwise, use their bookshelf vertically.
@@Audioholics I’m not trying to be negative but just to be honest 20° is not very good at all and the bookshelf doesn’t have the output that is going to please many people for very long. It would be good for customers and for their wallets if they designed a better center channel.
Agreed but they do offer the THX-365C center which appears the best tested at or under its $500 price especially for wide vertical and horizontal listening
@@Ranguvar13 its an ok speaker but still can’t handle the dynamics like a big speaker. Those 365’s still don’t have the dynamics to listen at reference and never expect to hear any sharp unpleasant sounds. I strongly dislike speakers that feel like they are being pushed to their limit at volume levels that movies should be played at. My JTR 212 HTR plays at my listening levels without even breaking a sweat while still keeping the clarity, dynamics and output. It really is a work horse with beautiful clarity and the ability to always stay in control dynamically speaking. After finding out the 212HTR could handle anything, I chose JTR to go with for my home theater. Once I get the opportunity to get an acoustically transparent screen down the road I can run it vertically on a stand with the other 2 212 HTR’s. I truly believe that will be perfection. For me anyways. These speakers might suit some people just fine if they are on the quieter side of listening.
We all would love to see how these compare to Airmotiv T2+ Pair Floorstanding Tower Loudspeakers.
EAC reviewed the T2+ and they look promising.
m.czcams.com/video/ulFplRqEd2U/video.html
Can't vouch for the Airmotiv t2+, but the Tzero compares equally. However, my choice is the t6.
I wonder how they compares to the revel F36/F35? Also we have to start a fund for james to get the NFS lol
It's been a while since this review, and the release of the Encore T6. I just looked for these on Monoprice and the Encore T6 is no longer available. The T5 is, as is the B6 standmount.
I have a pair of Polk with double drivers. Simple 6 and a 1/2. I really doubted they could punch good but they do. If you combine more 6.5 drivers you start to build-up cone mass. You start running a bunch of 6.5 drivers and you're starting to get a really tight punch on the low end. If it's built for it. I'm really interested to hear these and try them. Anybody with a bargain price and they're trying to compete with the big dogs I give them a chance. When I think of the nineties these are pretty nice compared to anything back in time and today. If these were powered Then the package would be complete and all you need is a phone to connect. I really like the idea of the Bluetooth amping. But Bluetooth is not great. Wi-Fi amping. That's what we need we need IOT amplifiers. They look like a good mackie comparison. Is definitely better than klh.
Didnt know about that law in Europe . That explains why my b&ws have a plinth on the bottom so big they look like they could sit at a 30 degree angle and not tip over. Nice speakers looks like they took budget speakers to the next level.
Can you do a review of the klipsch rf7-111?
I think it seems pretty decent in price for today's market.
They seem to be similar to Polk S60
🎉Being at 4ohms do I need external power? I don't know how your Momolith central speaker turns out. I want the central KEF... will I need a sub woofer? For you momolith greetings
How does these compare to the Klipsch Rp8000f?
But how to they fair against the Klipsch rp8000fs?!
Great review and you can call me an "overachiever"!! All binding post will be plugged!! If I have five speakers and seven amp channels, R&L getting extra juice. If I have extra amps then I won't have extra amps...lol!!
Would you buy these …using them mostly for gaming and movies/tv and mostly rock/metal music or spend the extra 180 bucks for the Klipsch RP8000F ?
How is the vertical imaging? Also they need to make a on wall surround with this line.
looks like a scaled up version of Andrew Jones' Pioneer SP-FS52 that I have.
I had those. I couldn't take thr tweeter on them. It was like a shame becaue they were so well made for the price
@@missing1102 I’m about to put a Parasound Hint 6 on the Pioneers and see what happens. I’m about 3-6months out from getting Forte IV’s. I really want the Cornwallis but room is just too narrow for those.
@@macgeek2112 the Cornwells would be awesome. Those remind me of being a kid and going to some weed spot where the guy would have thise shoved into the corner and a mirror coffee table. I kept the klipsch center I have in my HT. I love that speaker...like it holds its own
What results do you think I would get as a result of stacking 3 1/2 in full range speakers, or similar model w/woofer with coaxial tweeter, maybe even alternating on the top 50% of the speakers in an array at least 8 to 9 feet tall.
Would this sort of assembly constitute a line source, and if i filled it out with the appropriate bottom end/sub, do you think it would sound good?
How about the Novus T6 speakers from Aperion Audio?
Better specs than stuff costing 10x as much. How is this possible?
Monolith Encore T6 or KLIPSCH The Fives what do u recomend?
I noticed when James is recalling information his eyelids flutter like a Mentat from Dune.
It is by will alone I set my mind in motion. It is by the juice of Sapho that thoughts acquire speed, the lips acquire stains, the stains become a warning. It is by will alone I set my mind in motion.
I think this is the only time I've fully disagreed with James when he said "You don't need a sub with these speakers". Maybe his definition of "need" is different than mine. I haven't heard the speakers though. Just going off of his measurements.
The measurements are anechoic. In room bass response will get you the extension he's talking about.
As for needing a sub, always add a sub if you're a bassaholic 😀
My two Klipsch RP-8000F’s ( rated down to 32hz) sound thunderous and awesome without a sub. The 20hz region (in room) is far below the 40hz peak, and I couldn’t care less when listening to various bass heavy music. If your bass is terrible or hard to achieve without a sub, maybe you’ll have to have a look at what your room acoustics are doing to your listening position.
@@jeremyj. They may be rated to 32hz but the frequency response doesn't stay flat below probably 80hz (with proper room treatments). I have great bass response because of my subs & room treatments (my minidsp helps also).
@@doublet147 im not sure you can disregard this speaker’s performance or the RP-8000F (I’m not sure which speaker your referring too in your last comment) for dropping 2-4db from 80hz to 20hz. Most rooms have 10db swings in their frequency response and it’s overlooked by most listeners. I feel like, and I don’t mean to be inflammatory, you might be a bit hypersensitive when reading these graphs. Anechoic vs in-room, personal preference vs reference levels, etc.
@Jeremy Jakobsze I've heard the RP-8000f. I almost bought them. They sound good. I ended up getting the Paradigm Premier 800f instead. I may be a bit hypersensitive reading the graphs. They are a great starting point for how speakers could sound in a room. A room plays a huge part in how speakers sound. I'm just going off of my experience in my room (speakers I've had & measurements I've taken).
I'm kinda surprised you spent time on such an entry level ($400) speaker. Seems good for price. Is it hard to get speakers in because of supply chain issues? Also, I always wondered: Does wind play a part when measuring the speakers outside?
Wind can affect the measurements, but mostly in low frequencies below 100Hz. Its effects are heavily mitigated by mic windscreens. What is much more significant is environmental noises like jet planes, garbage trucks, lawn mowers, and construction.
@@jameslarson2277 Thanks!
These are on sale for $200 bucks open box plus a $25 off coupon. At $175 each these seem like a steal.
I wish Monolith speakers/subs came in white.
Do you think Monolith will ever release speakers with 15 inch woofers ?
No need since they have 15" subs.
how do they compare with Klipsch RF 8000
RF8000 is still a better tower speaker but may not have as much bass extension.
Heco aurora vs encore T6???
how do these compare to the Pioneer SP-FS52 from Mr. Jones.?
The Monoliths are significantly better.
@@Audioholics mmm interesting, thanks for the heads up
@@Audioholics and how does the SP-FS52 compare against the MK442T or T652-AIR or Monoprice Mp-T65RT?
Heco Aurora 1000 are 3 way and only 100 euro more for a pair.
Yea Legacy needs outrigger feet on EVERY tower it makes lol
Ahahhahaha James....just roll with Gene, it's not a serious discussion on the Monolith part...
I have definitive technology, Yamaha, Mackie and Polk monitors for my referencing. My speakers that I use for monitors and death for monitors and desktop I will put these on my desktop. I would take 4 of these. Two pair. You're going to need a subwoofer with these speakers because they only go down to 37. It's decent. When a lot of more expensive brands stop or start at 40-45hz on the low-end.
300 W is not too bad either it's 50 W better than DCM Loudspeakers known to be loud. But my definitive handle 600 W per tower. RMS - Program. But even many many years ago they were 4 times as much in price. Today I can build better for even less.
Why do these video creators think it's neat and cool to start their videos with a loud, raspy, nerve grating, introduction? Do they think that's going to somehow get people to want to watch their video? It makes me want to immediately turn it OFF!
What?
They look exactly like Arendal speakers. Monolith is shady to me from things I see from them.
You shouldn’t be surprised that they look like Arendal speakers. They’re both designed by the same guy, Dan Roemer.