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IK Multimedia iLoud

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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20 editorial reviews
I have already posted the launch announcement and my first impressions, so it is time to close things out. And I really thought that the best way to do it was to highlight the fiveRead more
IK Multimedia has just released its latest product, aimed at musicians and music lovers alike: the iLoud portable speaker. The company claims it is “studio quality” and equips it with a guitar/microphone input. Hmm, “studio quality”—I’ve heard that one before, but I decided to check it out. Is it actually something I would have used in my own recording studio? IK Multimedia is known for creating guitar and bass apps for the Apple iOS world and the company has incorporated that know-how into the iLoud.Read more
Musicians have long turned to IK Multimedia for tech gadgets and audio gear to make their lives better. Their latest product, the iLoud Micro MonitorsRead more
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Pros

  • to keep good control and layer the sound effectively
  • The midrange is also very impressive
  • Audio quality is better when using audio cable

Cons

  • massive world-beat bass and percussive mix
  • lack of deep
  • robust bass

Key specs

  • yes
  • no
  • 40 W
  • 8 h

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IK Multimedia iLoud - Pros & Cons

IK Multimedia iLoud

Pros

  • to keep good control and layer the sound effectively
  • The midrange is also very impressive
  • Audio quality is better when using audio cable
  • Bluetooth range is good
  • unassuming black enclosures are designed to minimize coloration
  • It works just fine with any Bluetooth device
  • iLoud plays beautifully at low volumes
  • The bass is dependably clear and deep
  • Sound Quality Volume is great
  • A Great Big World with vocals and piano sounded clear and crisp
  • sound quality is better

Cons

  • massive world-beat bass and percussive mix
  • lack of deep
  • robust bass
  • lower
  • driving sounds that are typically mixed into today s music was lacking
  • Inconsistent sound quality via Bluetooth connection
  • you should only pair via Bluetooth for listening to music
  • is slightly leaning backward to point drivers to our ears
  • Bluetooth connection is quite bad
  • experienced crackling sounds when playing any genre of music
  • those lowest frequencies are more likely to cause unwanted vibrations

IK Multimedia iLoud - Technical Overview

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IconPeak power
40 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconWeight
1330 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
8 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

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IK Multimedia iLoud - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Low frequency60.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
RMS40.0 W
Peak power40.0 W
Number of drivers4
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Dimensions
Height6.3 in
Width9.84 in
Depth2.36 in
Weight46.91 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Connectivity
USBno
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
Aptx Supportno
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codecSBC
Bluetooth profileA2DP
Wired inputs
3.5mm
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
Headphone Portyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-polymer
Playback time8.0 h
Battery life (max)10.0 h

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IK Multimedia iLoud IK - Editorial Reviews (20)

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IK Multimedia iLoud My Five Favorite Things About IK Multimedia iLoud!
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GearDiary
Published: 11.11.2013
My Five Favorite Things About IK Multimedia iLoud!

I have already posted the launch announcement and my first impressions, so it is time to close things out. And I really thought that the best way to do it was to highlight the five

IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud Portable Personal Studio Monitor
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Sound & Vision
Published: 11.11.2013
IK Multimedia iLoud Portable Personal Studio Monitor

IK Multimedia has just released its latest product, aimed at musicians and music lovers alike: the iLoud portable speaker. The company claims it is “studio quality” and equips it with a guitar/microphone input. Hmm, “studio quality”—I’ve heard that one before, but I decided to check it out. Is it actually something I would have used in my own recording studio? IK Multimedia is known for creating guitar and bass apps for the Apple iOS world and the company has incorporated that know-how into the iLoud.

IK Multimedia iLoud Review: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Reference Studio Speakers
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Technabob
Published: 27.10.2016
Review: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Reference Studio Speakers

Musicians have long turned to IK Multimedia for tech gadgets and audio gear to make their lives better. Their latest product, the iLoud Micro Monitors

IK Multimedia iLoud iloud Speaker Review - More than a Bluetooth Speaker
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Audiophile On
Published: 31.03.2021
iloud Speaker Review - More than a Bluetooth Speaker

The iLoud Bluetooth Speaker from IK Multimedia is not just your normal wireless speaker. The iLoud also works as a portable guitar amplifier. We review the iloud to see if it really is one of the best Bluetooth speakers on the market today.

IK Multimedia iLoud Review: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitors
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ProSoundNetwork.com
Published: 19.04.2017
Review: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitors

By Rob Tavaglione. Utilizing full-size, full-range monitors in a large control room is a nice luxury for the fortunate, but legions of audio engineers are working in tour busses, hotel rooms, bedrooms, garages and even more challenging listening environments as they churn out mixes. Headphones may be the ultimate portable monitoring solution, but there’s still ample need for truly professional, very small, very portable monitors. IK Multimedia calls their new iLoud Micro Monitors “the smallest active studio reference monitoring system in the world” and let me tell you, they sound great.

IK Multimedia iLoud The best iPhone accessories | Cult of Mac
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Cult of Mac
Published: 06.12.2017
The best iPhone accessories | Cult of Mac

There is an iPhone gadget or gizmo for almost anything. Here are some of our favorite iPhone accessories, for the iPhone X, and older.

IK Multimedia iLoud How loud is iLoud? Is it worth $300? – Nemo Memo preview – MyMac.com
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How loud is iLoud? Is it worth $300? – Nemo Memo preview – MyMac.com

IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud Bluetooth Speaker Review - The First Portable Speaker for Musicians
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IK Multimedia iLoud Bluetooth Speaker Review - The First Portable Speaker for Musicians

IK Multimedia iLoud is the first wireless speaker claiming to be design for musicians and audiophiles. I've tried the speaker in the last week to verify the statement.

IK Multimedia iLoud iLoud review: Bluetooth speaker by day, amp by night
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SlashGear
Published: 28.09.2014
iLoud review: Bluetooth speaker by day, amp by night

The problem with Bluetooth speakers is that they’re typically underpowered, and not very dynamic. You get small-ish speakers pushing out varying levels of sound in both level and quality. The iLoud…

IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud speaker review
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iMore
Published: 08.11.2013
IK Multimedia iLoud speaker review

On Thursday IK Multimedia announced the release of iLoud, a new Bluetooth portable speaker that is aimed at musicians and consumers alike. It costs $299.99. I've had a chance to put one through its paces, and I'm quite pleased with it.

IK Multimedia iLoud iLoud BT Speaker Features 40W of LOUD with Clear, Clean Audio – The Mac Observer
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iLoud BT Speaker Features 40W of LOUD with Clear, Clean Audio – The Mac Observer

IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud Studio-Quality Portable Speaker Review
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nikktech.com
Published: 06.08.2014
IK Multimedia iLoud Studio-Quality Portable Speaker Review

The iLoud by IK Multimedia is currently the only portable wireless speaker in the market that can accompany musicians everywhere for both business and pleasure.

IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud Studio Quality Portable Speaker review – The Gadgeteer
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The Gadgeteer
Published: 05.02.2014
IK Multimedia iLoud Studio Quality Portable Speaker review – The Gadgeteer
IK Multimedia iLoud IK Multimedia iLoud Micro
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IK Multimedia iLoud Micro

In spite of their diminutive size, these monitors turn in a seriously impressive performance.

IK Multimedia iLoud Review - IK Multimedia iLoud Bluetooth speaker - (Jan 07) | MacNN
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Review - IK Multimedia iLoud Bluetooth speaker - (Jan 07) | MacNN

There is something fitting whenever the name of a device perfectly matches what it actually does. Take, for example, the iLoud from IK Multimedia. It is a Bluetooth speaker that can double as a guitar amplifier. You would think that, because it can c