Just got to try out a proper 3-way studio monitor (Focal Trio6 Be) at a friend’s place and… wow. I never realized how much detail I’d been missing – it was like rediscovering the mixes I thought I knew! The separation and clarity, especially in the mids, totally blew me away.
Now I’m starting to research what’s out there without completely destroying my wallet. So! What are folks’ favorite 3-way studio monitors, and do any of them hit that price/quality sweet spot? Are Genelecs or Neumanns really worth the price premium, or are there some sleeper picks (even used) I should look out for? Would love to hear from anyone who made the leap from 2-way to 3-way and if you felt the upgrade was worth it!