[Dan Driscoll]

Musicians' Friends Stupid Deal Of The Day

Fostex PM 8.4.1 Active Studio Monitors, $399 (reg. $799)

8" 3-way Studio Monitor (Pair)

[krikor]

Yeah, those caught my eye as well. Wonder how they sound.

[JLM]

For professional gear I look first to Sound-on-Sound for reviews.  Paul White is quite knowledgable:

http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/jul13/articles/fostex-pm841.htm

Summary:  about what you would expect, nothing horrible or spectacular.  Keep in mind that this monitor (like nearly all intended for studio work) will probably produce a dry, highly resolving sound to reveal the warts versus home enjoyment. 

Close to this price range a few studio monitors work well in-room (versus console or desktop) and for enjoyment (Adam and Emotiva come to mind).  And a few are designed for home use (such as AVi 9RSS, KEF X300, or Quad 9AS).

[Dan Driscoll]

Yes, these are true studio monitors and are intended more for someone who is recording music, rather than listening for personal enjoyment.  But some people love them.

[Christopher Jansen]

I just picked up a pair of these from clearance sale (GC online) for around $250 - unbelievable price point.  Set them up last night.  I'll start working with the monitors this evening tonight in the studio and ultimately, send a follow-up post after I've had an opportunity to work with them over a few sessions.  BTW, is this the same "Dan Driscoll" I used to work with back in East Meadow, NY at Lufthansa???  I'm thinking it just might be...  If it is, let me know! Very long time, indeed! - Chris Jansen (Boise, ID)

[Dan Driscoll]

BTW, is this the same "Dan Driscoll" I used to work with back in East Meadow, NY at Lufthansa???  I'm thinking it just might be...  If it is, let me know! Very long time, indeed! - Chris Jansen (Boise, ID)

I'm afraid not. I've never lived or worked on the East Coast.