Kali Audio IN-8 V2 Review: Ranked #30 of 86

The Kali Audio IN-8 V2 ranks #30 out of 86 total Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.

Brand: Kali Audio

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#30 Kali Audio IN-8 V2: $998 per pair Amazon eBay

Smaller model: the Kali Audio IN-5 (rated 4.2/5).

Pros: The IN-8 V2’s coaxial midrange/tweeter supports coherent imaging, and low distortion at ordinary levels complements its 7.30 ideal-subwoofer score. Measured -3dB extension of 45.4Hz provides useful bass; boundary settings assist placement. The front port allows placement near a wall without port noise problems. Measured bass extension of 44Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 89dB.

Cons: The measured 3.0dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz includes unevenness that can make some vocals sound forward. Bass and limiter behavior constrain high-level playback. These measurements apply to the V2, not the first-generation IN-8. On-axis, the 4 to 5kHz range sounds forward; Kali recommends about 10° of toe-out, and some EQ helps.

How it compares: Just above it: Kali Audio LP-6 V2 - $101 cheaper, 100W less output power. Just below it: Genelec 8050B - $3301 more, 130W more output power.

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	140w Per Speaker
App	No
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	36Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	44Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	No
Dimensions	17.8”H x 10”W x 11.3”D (452.1 x 254 x 287 mm)
Drivers	8” (203mm) woofer
EQ	Yes (Room adjustment)
Frequency Response	45Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	Yes
Sensitivity	89dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Spinorama Preference Score	5.36
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.30
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	22.9 lbs (10.4 kg) each
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Official Kali Audio IN-8 V2 Product Page
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Erin’s Audio Corner: Kali IN-8 Second Wave Masterful Music on a Budget More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
  • Erin’s Audio Corner Website Kali Audio IN-8
  • Erin’s Audio Corner: I Tested 250 Speakers So You Don’t Have To!
  • Erin’s Audio Corner Measurements (spinorama.org)

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