Short answer: the Klipsch The Fives II for better sound quality, the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII for the lower price. The Klipsch The Fives ranks higher than the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII (#17 vs #23 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the Klipsch The Fives II, is rated 4.3/5 at $1,399.99; the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII is rated 4.2/5 at $699.99, $700 cheaper.
What the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII does well: A small, accurate desktop monitor with an included calibration microphone that corrects room peaks. Watch for: Some excess treble remains in the native tuning.
The case for the Klipsch The Fives: A versatile powered pair that replaces a soundbar, with good balance in Bass Cut mode plus HDMI ARC, phono and a subwoofer output. Watch for: The favorable score specifically requires Bass Cut mode; it does not describe every firmware or bass setting.
Buy the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII if price matters most. For better sound quality, the Klipsch The Fives II, the replacement for the discontinued Klipsch The Fives, is rated higher but costs $1,399.99.
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Measured Differences
- Tonal accuracy above the bass: with a subwoofer taking the low end, the Klipsch The Fives scores 7.9 against 7.4 for the IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII on the Spinorama preference scale. Its frequency response and off-axis sound are smoother, so voices and instruments sound closer to the recording.
- Close enough not to matter: bass extension (46.3 Hz vs 47.3 Hz, 10 dB down).
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Specifications Side By Side
| IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII | Klipsch The Fives | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.99 per pair | $324.95 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #23 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #17 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 10.4”H x 5.1”W x 6.3”D (264.2 x 129.5 x 160 mm) | 12”H x 6.5”W x 9.2”D (304.8 x 165.1 x 234.95 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 48 Hz - 28 kHz (±2dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 25kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52.7Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 57Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 46.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 47.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Inputs | XLR | HDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA |
| Drivers | 2x 3.5” (89mm) woofers, 1” silk dome tweeter | 1” horn-loaded tweeter; 4.5” woofer |
| App | Yes (X-MONITOR speaker emulation) | - |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 100w Per Speaker | 160W total system power (320W peak) |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) each | Primary 11.8 lbs (5.35 kg), Secondary 10.7 lbs (4.85 kg) |
| Maximum SPL | 112.5dB peak (manufacturer specified) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.22 | 5.52 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.44 | 7.89 |
| XLR Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | Yes |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| DSP | - | Dynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
| Outputs | - | Subwoofer |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
Where the Ratings Come From
- IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner and Jasper Tech.
- Klipsch The Fives: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner and Jasper Tech.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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