Kali Audio IN-UNF Ultra-Nearfield 3-Way Studio Monitor System

The Kali Audio IN-UNF is an ultra-nearfield desktop studio monitor system. It’s designed to be used in small spaces where the ability to get loud is limited, either by room acoustics or the tolerance of neighbors. The IN-UNF presents full-range audio at reference levels at 0.8 meters, or about arm’s length.

The entire system sits on your desk, and provides the same full-range, low distortion listening experience as a pair of IN-8s at standard listening distance. Flexible setup options allow users to easily integrate the IN-UNF in their existing deskscape; the bass unit can be placed vertically to sit behind a laptop or display, or horizontally to be used as a monitor riser for a display.

The IN-UNF consists of three main pieces: a bass unit and two satellites. The bass unit houses two high-excursion 4.5-Inch woofers as well as the amplifier and other electronics for the system. The two woofers are horizontally opposed, so no net vibration is transferred to the desk or to anything sitting on the bass unit.

The two satellites use the same coaxial midrange and tweeter as Kali’s acclaimed IN-5 and IN-8 studio monitors. The architecture of this element has been praised for its excellent stereo imaging capabilities. At the close range of the IN-UNF, the intimacy and detail of the stereo image is unrivaled. You’ll hear a more engrossing, lifelike picture of your mix than you’ve ever heard before.

The bass unit also features a variety of inputs to meet all your audio needs. Via the USB-C connector, which supports 24-bit resolution and 48 k sample rate, you can connect computers, phones, and tablets without the need for an outboard interface or DAC. Optical and 3.5mm inputs provide support for both digital and analog connection to consumer devices like game consoles and receivers. For connection to standard pro audio devices, stereo TRS inputs are provided.

The IN-UNF is uniquely tuned for its role as a desktop speaker. The desk is accounted for as an acoustic element of the system, solving some of the problems that are typically presented with putting speakers on a desk. DIP switches are provided to account for the position of the system in a room, and for you to dial in bass, mids, and treble to your preferences.

The IN-UNF is part of Kali’s 2nd Wave product family, utilizing low noise-floor technology, upgraded drivers, and an advanced limiter circuit to maximize output and fidelity while keeping noise to a minimum.

FEATURES:

• Full-range audio at reference-level at 0.8 meters, or about arm’s length
• USB-C input supports 24-bit resolution and up to 48 kHz sample rate allowing you to connect your computer, laptop, tablet, phone, or other USB-capable audio devices
• TRS, 3.5 mm, and Optical inputs to connect to a wide array of devices, including gaming consoles, televisions, consumer electronics, and pro audio gear
• Unique architecture of the Midrange and Tweeter eliminates off-axis lobing, giving the IN-UNF an incredibly accurate, lifelike stereo image
• Bass with two horizontally opposed 4.5-inch long-excursion woofers found in the bass unit
• Can be configured a number of ways to accommodate the other gear that you have on your desk - the woofer can be placed vertically or horizontally, and it can be used as a monitor riser for your display or other items when placed horizontally
• Kali's team came up with boundary compensation EQ settings at the Village Recorder in Los Angeles to help you get the optimum sound for where you need to put your speakers
• Rotatable satellites sit in silicone stands and can be rotated so that they’re aimed directly at the listener’s ears
• Precision-tuned for desktop reflections, and that tuning relies on an exact distance from the bass unit to the satellites - included quickstart guide has measurement diagrams that allow users to place their speakers in an ideal position without hassle
• Integrated Class D power amp provides clean power with very low self-noise to the system
• Port tube on IN-UNF was designed to ensure that all of the air leaves the port tube at the same velocity helping add to the low end response of the speaker, while keeping the bass clean, tight, and devoid of extra noise