Tannoy REVEAL 502 actieve studiomonitor

With a bi-amplified Class AB amplifier delivering 75W RMS and a maximum SPL of 108dB peak, the Tannoy REVEAL 502 delivers precise, high-output sound in a compact form. Its 5-inch woofer and 1-inch soft dome tweeter work together to produce a frequency response from 49Hz to 43kHz, making it a serious tool for critical listening in small to medium rooms.

Overview

The Tannoy REVEAL 502 is a 2-way active studio monitor engineered for accurate sound reproduction. Its front-ported MDF cabinet houses a 5-inch (130mm) low-frequency driver and a 1-inch (25mm) soft dome high-frequency driver, powered by a bi-amplified Class AB amplifier delivering 50W to the woofer and 25W to the tweeter. The result is a balanced, detailed sound with a wide frequency response from 49Hz to 43kHz and a maximum SPL of 108dB peak, suitable for mixing, mastering, and multimedia production.

What stands out

• Bi-amplified Class AB design with 75W total RMS power for precise driver control.
• Front-port design allows flexible placement near walls without excessive bass buildup.
• HF trim control (-1.5dB, 0dB, +1.5dB) adapts the high-frequency response to your room acoustics.
• Aux Link feature enables easy connection of mobile devices via the 1/8-inch TRS input.
• Balanced XLR and 1/4-inch TRS inputs ensure compatibility with professional audio interfaces and mixers.

Technical details

• Speaker type: Active studio monitor
• Configuration: 2-way
• Low frequency driver: 5" (130mm) woofer
• High frequency driver: 1" (25mm) soft dome tweeter
• Amplifier type: Bi-amplified Class AB
• Total RMS power: 75 W (50W LF, 25W HF)
• Frequency response: 49 Hz - 43 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 108 dB peak
• Crossover frequency: 2.8 kHz
• Analog inputs: 1x XLR (balanced), 1x 1/4" TRS (balanced), 1x 1/8" TRS (unbalanced aux)
• Input impedance: 10 kΩ (balanced), 20 kΩ (unbalanced)
• Enclosure type: Front-ported
• HF trim control: -1.5 dB, 0 dB, +1.5 dB
• Aux Link feature: Yes
• Cabinet material: MDF
• Power consumption: 120 W (max)

Our verdict

The Tannoy REVEAL 502 is a compact yet powerful studio monitor that delivers accurate sound with flexible connectivity, making it an excellent choice for home studios and project studios where space is limited but quality is paramount.