Short answer: the APS Klasik 2020 if sound quality matters most, the KRK Rokit 7 G4 if price matters most. The APS Klasik 2020 ranks #58 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers, rated 4.3/5, at $1,800. The KRK Rokit 7 G4 ranks #98, rated 3.9/5, at $334, $1,466 cheaper.
The APS Klasik 2020 is the better-sounding option. Analog nearfield monitors with very even vocals, tuneful bass, sharp imaging and strong detail, with XLR and RCA inputs. The tradeoff: Its all-analogue design means no streaming, Bluetooth, DSP or automatic room correction.
The case for the KRK Rokit 7 G4: A 7 inch studio monitor that sits between compact and 8 inch models, with balanced inputs and room adjustment controls. The tradeoff: Its balanced studio inputs need a suitable source connection rather than offering built-in consumer streaming.
Buy the APS Klasik 2020 if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the KRK Rokit 7 G4 if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| APS Klasik 2020 | KRK Rokit 7 G4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,800 per pair | $334.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #58 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #98 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 14.2”H x 8.3”W x 12.6”D (360.7 x 210.8 x 320 mm) | 13.4”H x 8.9”W x 11.2”D (340.4 x 226.1 x 284.5 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 39Hz - 25kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 42Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 22 lbs (10.0 kg) each | 16.8 lbs (7.6 kg) |
| Drivers | 7” (178mm) woofer | 7” (178mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 100w Per Speaker | 145w Per Speaker |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- APS Klasik 2020: reviews by DSAUDIO.review and Sound On Sound Measurements and.
- KRK Rokit 7 G4: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
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