IK Multimedia MON-PRECISION-500-IN - iLoud Precision 5 (unit)

IK Multimedia iLoud Precision 5 (unit) - 5″ 2-way monitor with 96 kHz DSP, built-in ARC and X-MONITOR control

The iLoud Precision 5 is IK Multimedia’s flagship 5″ nearfield monitor, designed and engineered in Italy for ultra-flat and coherent listening on desktops and in small rooms. It combines a 5″ ultra-lightweight coated paper woofer and a 1.5″ chambered textile tweeter , with Class-D bi-amplification and an internal 96 kHz DSP that manages a linear phase crossover and ARC auto-calibration with included microphone. The result is a 46 Hz–30 kHz (±1 dB) response, extension down to 39 Hz (−4 dB) , 0/+20° phase from 150 Hz, and controlled vertical directivity to minimize desktop/ceiling reflections. X-MONITOR software lets you perform advanced calibrations, save profiles, adjust contours, and access monitor voicings /emulations, all via USB-B . This reference is sold individually and includes isolation pods, ARC microphone, and all the cabling needed to get started.

Main features

• Transducers: 5″ ultra-light coated paper woofer and 1.5″ textile tweeter in low distortion chamber.
• Power and digital control: 135W RMS total with Class-D amplification; 96kHz DSP and 8th-order linear crossover at 2.1kHz .
• Response and phase: 46 Hz – 30 kHz (±1 dB) ; bass down to 39 Hz @ −4 dB ; phase 0/+20° from 150 Hz; vertical directivity ± 50° (Wide mode: +70°/−50°).
• Levels and latency: Long-term continuous SPL 101.6 dB (1 m, unobstructed), peak 113.3 dB (unobstructed) / 115.3 dB (half-space); total latency 2.52 ms with adjustable additional delay 0–10 ms.
• Calibration and control: Integrated ARC with microphone (included) and X-MONITOR for multi-point calibration, voicings and emulations.
• Positioning contours: HPF off/35/50/65/80 Hz; LF −10…+6 dB; Desk −10…0 dB; Mid −4…+4 dB; HF −6…+6 dB.
• Connections per unit: Balanced XLR/¼″ TRS combo input; XLR for ARC microphone; USB-B (control/update); Control I/O 3.5 mm minijack for remote daisy chaining.
• Form factor and construction: High-damping enclosure with isolation pods included; size 30.5 × 17.7 × 24.8 cm ; 6.1 kg per unit; designed and handmade in Italy .

Benefits for your workflow

• Reliable translation and faster decisions: ±1 dB linearity, coherent phase and ARC reduce room influence.
• Optimized for desktop: controlled vertical directivity and Desk/LF/Mid/HF filters for placement on tables and in tight spaces.
• Modern control: X-MONITOR allows A/B with voicings and emulations, saving profiles and switching between them with remote control (optional).
• Easy setup: Includes ARC microphone, isolation pods, and USB cable; audio connection via XLR/¼″ combo.

Use cases

• Nearfield mixing and editing with ultra-full response and low ear fatigue.
• Post and content in compact studies: profiles by project and calibration by position.
• Multi-channel configurations using multiple units with consistent calibration and profiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it include an ARC microphone? Yes, each unit comes with an ARC microphone and its clip.
Do I need a computer to calibrate? You can run a quick measurement from the monitor itself; for multipoint calibration and voicing management, use X-MONITOR via USB.
Sold as a pair? This reference is per unit ; for stereos, two units are recommended.

Description for projects

2-way active monitor (unit): 5″ woofer + 1.5″ textile tweeter ; 135 W RMS total; 96 kHz DSP with 2.1 kHz linear crossover (8th order); response 46 Hz–30 kHz (±1 dB) and 39 Hz @ −4 dB ; phase 0/+20° (≥150 Hz); continuous SPL 101.6 dB , peak free 113.3 dB , peak half-space 115.3 dB (1 m); latency 2.52 ms (delay 0–10 ms); filters: HPF off/35/50/65/80 Hz, LF −10…+6 dB, Desk −10…0 dB, Mid −4…+4 dB, HF −6…+6 dB; XLR/¼″ TRS combo input, XLR for ARC mic, USB-B and 3.5 mm Control I/O ; dimensions 30.5 × 17.7 × 24.8 cm ; weight 6.1 kg ; includes ARC microphone, clip, isolation pods, USB-B↔USB-A cable (2.5 m) and network cable.