10 Best Studio Monitors Under 500 of December 2025

• A new scientifically designed speaker enclosure and front-firing port offer exceptional low-end extension and accuracy, punch and flexible room-positioning.

KRK

• Studio-quality design, sound and performance ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment
• Stream music from any smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth enabled device
• Professional-grade components for optimized sonic performance
• Convenient front panel features including headphone out and aux in
• Tons of included accessories including monitor pads to get started right out of the box

Mackie

• These Mackie CR3 Studio Monitors come with all manufacturer accessories and warranties and include an 8-piece bundle with PRO TOOLS FIRST DAW music editing sofware, Mackie foam isolation pads (2), Macke 3.5mm aux cable, Mackie RCA cable, Mackie speaker cable, Pro dual 1/4" stereo to 3.5mm cable and Circuit City microfiber cleaning cloth.
• Studio-quality design, sound and performance ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment
• Professional-grade components for optimized sonic performance.1/8 inches to stereo RCA cable to connect computer output to speakers
• Ultra-wide frequency range perfect for full-range multimedia (80 Hz - 20 kHz)
• Convenient front panel volume knob with lit power ring gives you on/off/volume control and power indication where you need it. Plug your smartphone or other source right into the front of the speakers and listen instantly

Circuit City

• JBL104 Reference monitors are compatible with most desktop and laptop computers, as well as home or professional recording EQUIPMENT
• Three sets of inputs allow connection with professional equipment, personal music players and consumer devices
• Front-panel input control selects Bluetooth, aux, RCA, TRS or combines all inputs
• Front-panel volume control and headphone jack with speaker mute feature
• Reference mixes via Bluetooth 5.0 streaming
• Proprietary coaxial driver combines 4.5-Inch (118 mm) woofer and .75-Inch (19 mm) soft-dome tweeter for transparency and wide sweet spot
• Integrated 60-watt Class D power amplifier; 30 watts distributed to each speaker
• Master monitor includes electronics for the extension monitor, minimizing wiring and clutter
• Available in black (104-bt) and white (104-btw) variants
• Purchase includes: JBL104-BT Reference monitors (pair); 1x extension monitor speaker wire (2-Conductor, 2 meters); 1x 3.5 mm to RCA audio cable; 1x power Cord; 1x quick setup guide

JBL Professional

• 2-Way bass-reflex bi-amplified nearfield studio monitor with 5" cone woofer and 1" dome tweeter
• 54Hz-30kHz frequency response
• 45W LF plus 25W HF bi-amp system for high-performance 70W power amplification
• Room Control and High TRIM response controls
• XLR and TRS phone jack inputs accept balanced or unbalanced signals

YAMAHA

• Advanced build quality and engineering; Designed for studio tracking and mixing
• 40 millimeter drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils
• Tune for enhanced low frequency performance
• Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
• Convenient single side cable exit; Magnet neodymium; Designed for studio tracking and mixing

Audio-Technica

• 2 x AUX INPUT - Convenient connection to any device that has a 3.5mm headphone output or dual RCA output. Connect to two devices via AUX at the same time, no plugging and switching needed. (None Bluetooth version)
• STUDIO SOUND QUALITY - Natural sound reproduction from 13mm silk dome tweeter and 4 inch full range unit
• REMOTE CONTROL - Adjust volume at your figure tips. Bass and treble control located on the side of main speaker.
• CLASSIC WOOD FINISH - High quality MDF wood build finished with wood effect vinyl serves as a great compliment to any home decor.
• 2 YEAR WARRANTY - Guaranteed high quality and reliability with hassle-free parts and labor warranty for two years in USA and Canada.

Edifier

• 5-Inch woven composite low-frequency transducer
• 1-Inch (25.4 mm), ultra-low-mass, silk-dome, high-frequency transducer
• 100°(H) x 60°(v) EBM waveguide and ported enclosure
• Tuning controls for accurate mixing contour (level, HPF, LF trim, HF trim, acoustic Space)
• 80 Watt, class AB bi-amplification drives up to 102 dB of sound
• Balanced XLR, TRS, and unbalanced RCA inputs
• 102 dB maximum Continuous SPL
• Rf interference, output current limiting, over-temperature, transient, external mains fuse, and subsonic protection

PreSonus

• MkII series features next-generation JBL transducers, new Boundary EQ, and a sleek new design
• Updated HF and LF transducers: new design improvements result in optimized damping for superior transient response and impressive deep bass with lower harmonic distortion
• New boundary EQ: restores neutral low frequency response when speakers are placed on the work surface and adjacent to walls
• Sleek, modern design provides a dramatic flair to any studio
• Broad sweet spot: neutral frequency response across a wide area allows you to fine-tune your mix even while listening off-axis
• Flexible connectivity with balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, +4dBu / -10dBV input-sensitivity switch and adjustable volume control
• Purchase includes: 305P MKII studio monitor (x1), Power Cord (x1), quick set-up guide (x1), peel-off rubber pads (x4)
• Pair with the JBL LSR310S Powered Studio Subwoofer to extend your LF range all the way down!
• SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO:75dBA (A-Weighted), 70dBr (unweighted), relative to 2.83VRMS output

JBL Professional

• Critically acclaimed sonic performance praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers
• Proprietary 45 millimeter large aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils
• Exceptional clarity throughout an extended frequency range, with deep, accurate bass response
• Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
• 90 degree swiveling earcups for easy, one ear monitoring, and professional grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
• Professional grade studio monitor headphones with a detachable cable

Audio-Technica