Barefoot Sound Footprint01 Gen2 3-Way Active Studio Monitor - Pair

Product Description

The Barefoot Sound Footprint01 Gen2 is a compact 3-way active monitor that improves on the original Footprint design with a new tri-amplified architecture, updated drivers, advanced DSP with SPOC technology, and a refined cabinet design. It still features the same Dual-Force technology, MEME speaker emulation, and classic Barefoot sound we all know and love, now with even better performance. This compact but powerful speaker is perfect for small control rooms, reference monitoring, and immersive setups.

SIGNATURE BAREFOOT SOUND

Built for both classic stereo mixing and modern immersive rooms, the Footprint01 Gen2 is all about neutrality. From its carefully voiced drivers to its precisely tuned crossovers and onboard DSP, every component is designed to ensure your mixes translate seamlessly to any system. As for the sound, expect a clear, open midrange, tight and controlled lows, and extended highs that bring out subtle details.

NEWLY DEVELOPED BAREFOOT DRIVERS

The Footprint01 features new and improved drivers engineered for extended linear excursion, reduced distortion, and improved thermal handling. The 8-inch aluminum woofers, 5-inch aluminum cone midrange driver, and 1-inch dual-ring radiator tweeter are each optimized to deliver tighter imaging, more accurate transients, and optimal dispersion.

TRI-AMPLIFIED 3-WAY ARCHITECTURE

At the heart of the Gen2 Footprint01 is a true tri-amped design that separates the frequency spectrum into low, mid, and high-frequency bands with individual amplifier modules to achieve optimal performance for each driver. Powered by Class D amplifiers rated at 500W for LF, 150W for MF, and 60W for HF (with crossover points set at 170 Hz and 3.6 kHz), the new Footprint01 delivers plenty of power. Compared to the Gen1 models, the new Gen2s offer increased headroom, reduced intermodulation, and impressive dynamic range even at high SPLs. The Gen2s also deliver improved phase coherence and transient detail, especially when working with modern productions that demand both deep bass and detailed top end.

SPOC ANALOG CROSSOVER FILTERING

SPOC (Spectrally Optimized Conversion) technology takes a smarter approach to digital conversion. By using analog-style crossover filtering before the signal is converted to digital, SPOC improves signal-to-noise ratio, digital resolution, and transient response while minimizing latency. In everyday workflows, this translates to more detailed high-end and "air," making it easier to judge tonal balance, sibilance, reverb, and more.

ADVANCED DSP ENGINE AND MEME TECHNOLOGY

The Footprint01 Gen2 features an advanced DSP engine built for clean, high-resolution sound with ultra-low latency. It also includes Barefoot’s Multi-Emphasis Monitor Emulation (MEME) technology, letting you check your mix through accurate models of familiar references like modded NS10s, classic mix cubes, plus Flat Mode and Hi-Fi Mode. With the included remote, you can switch between emulations instantly and hear how your mix might translate in the real world. Behind the scenes, the DSP manages crossovers, room presets, and driver protection

DUAL-FORCE TECHNOLOGY

If you're looking for low-end, you came to the right place. The Footprint01 Gen2 is built to deliver deep, tight bass that stays clean at any listening level. Two side-firing 8-inch woofers are mounted in cast aluminum frames with full acoustic damping to cut down on cabinet resonance. Barefoot's Dual-Force design delivers tighter, more defined bass that doesn’t mask midrange detail or smear transients. Best of all, it translates seamlessly to subwoofers and larger systems.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND FINISH

Featuring a new sealed cabinet design, machined aluminum driver baffle, tensioned bracing, and refined industrial aesthetics, the Footprint01 Gen2 sounds better than ever. The upgraded MDF cabinet uses stress-assembly construction, with increased internal volume and a compact design. Finished in a high-quality textured gray polyester coating and sleek industrial finish, these monitors look just as good as they sound.