Ex Machina Soundworks : une refonte complète du lineup pour un monitoring plus modulaire et plus accessible

Ex Machina Soundworks: a complete overhaul of the lineup for more modular and accessible monitoring

January 26, 2026

With its new range unveiled at NAMM 2026, Ex Machina Soundworks is making a clear strategic shift. The old product line is giving way to a completely redesigned offering, structured around modular platforms conceived as comprehensive yet scalable monitoring systems. The objective is twofold: to simplify choices for studios and make the Ex Machina approach significantly more accessible, without compromising the technical principles that have built the brand's reputation.

A systems approach, designed to evolve

The common thread running through the entire new range is a decidedly system-oriented approach. Each product is designed to operate independently, but also to integrate predictably and seamlessly with dedicated expansion modules. All components share the same philosophy: individual calibration, rigorous phase management, controlled dispersion, and DSP used solely to linearize the speaker's behavior. This approach allows a system to evolve over time without compromising its fundamentals.

Two clearly defined modular platforms

The new range is now structured around two distinct platforms, each corresponding to specific uses and different modularity needs.

Terra: a reference 3-way stereo system

Terra becomes the primary platform dedicated to demanding stereo work. It is a three-way coaxial system designed as a self-contained monitoring base, capable of operating independently without the need for a subwoofer. Emphasis is placed on image stability, off-axis coherence, and temporal accuracy to ensure reliable monitoring in real-world working conditions. Terra thus provides a solid starting point for mixing and mastering, which can then be upgraded as needed.

Terra relies in particular on Purifi bass drivers, renowned for their very low distortion, excellent linearity, and movement control at high volumes. This technical choice is consistent with Ex Machina's stated objective of transparency and reliability, and is widely recognized in the world of high-end monitoring and hi-fi.

Gravity: Expanding Terra without complicating the system

For applications requiring more bass extension or increased headroom, Gravity complements Terra as a dedicated low-frequency extension. Unlike a typical modular approach based on generic subwoofers, Gravity is designed specifically for Terra. Integration is considered from the ground up at the amplification, filtering, and phase levels, allowing the system to be upgraded to a 2.2 configuration without adding complexity to setup or bass management.

Selene: a compact and scalable platform

The second platform, Selene , adopts a different modular approach. More compact, it is designed for immersive, multichannel, and Atmos environments, while remaining a viable option as a high-quality stereo system in confined spaces. Each pair functions as an independent system with dedicated electronics, allowing for the creation of coherent multichannel configurations without relying on centralized amplification or DSP.

Poseidon: to complete Selene in a controlled manner

Poseidon is the low-frequency extension developed exclusively for Selene. Powered and controlled by dedicated electronics, it transforms Selene into a compact three-way system. This modularity allows the system to be precisely adapted to the room's constraints and the project's needs, while maintaining the spectral and temporal coherence essential for immersive workflows and post-production.

A more readable and accessible range

One of the major advantages of this new lineup is the clarity of the offering. The choice is no longer between numerous similar models, but between clear platforms, modularized by dedicated extensions. This streamlining also allows Ex Machina to offer a significantly lower entry point than before, making their approach to professional monitoring accessible to more studios, without compromising on technical rigor.

Conclusion

With this new range, Ex Machina Soundworks affirms a vision of monitoring that is both modular and rigorous. Terra and Selene constitute two distinct bases, each logically expandable with Gravity or Poseidon. This redesign marks a significant step for the brand, offering scalable systems adapted to modern workflows, from pure stereo to immersive environments, while significantly lowering the barrier to entry to their approach to monitoring.