Monkey Banana Gibbon5 black
Technical characteristics of Monkey Banana Gibbon5 black
- Woofer: 5 1/4″ polypropylene diaphragm
- Magnetically shielded
- Tweeter: 1″ Silk dome
- Frequency range: 48 – 22000 Hz
- HF – level: +/- 6 db adjustable at 10 kHz
- LF – level: +/- 6 db adjustable at 100 Hz
- Crossover frequency: 3 kHz
- LF – Amplifier Power: 45 W
- HF – Amplifier Power: 35 W
- Level HF / LF: 90 dB / 95 dB
- THD + N at rated power HF / LF: 0.05% / 0.02% to
- Inputs: XLR, jack, cinch socket
- Input impedance: 20 kOhm balanced, 10 kOhm unbalanced
- Input sensitivity: +4 dBu (balanced), -10 dBV (unbalanced)
- Dimensions: 215 x 190 x 277 mm
- Weight: 5.9 kg
- Colour: Black
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Customer Review Summary
The Monkey Banana Gibbon5 active nearfield monitors have pleasantly surprised me as my first foray into this type of equipment. The build quality is impressive, and the sound produced is quite agreeable. I use them with a Focusrite 2i2 audio interface, and I found setting the monitors to “neutral” yields the best results, preventing them from sounding overly bass-heavy.
These monitors excel in versatility, performing well across various applications such as studio work, music listening, and film watching. Although pushing them to their limits can result in a less clean sound, they still provide a satisfactory listening experience. The construction feels robust, and they have a surprising weight for their size, a testament to their quality.
Having completed a MIDI composition project, I sought a reliable monitoring reference, and these monitors proved to be an excellent choice. Their balanced sound reproduction is commendable, especially considering the price point. I would confidently recommend the Monkey Banana Gibbon5 for anyone looking for a quality monitoring solution without breaking the bank.
In comparison to other well-known brands under £200, these monitors deliver a clearly defined sound that highlights mix details effectively. While they may lack deep bass power—something inherent to 5-inch cones—they compensate with clarity and accuracy. Overall, they offer the best value for money currently available in the market, making them highly recommendable.
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