Short answer: the Genelec 8040B for the higher ranking, the APS Klasik 2020 for the lower price. The Genelec 8040B ranks #7 of 20 powered bookshelf speakers at $2350. The APS Klasik 2020 ranks #8 at $900, $1450 cheaper.
On the APS Klasik 2020 side: Very neutral. The catch: Difficult to find for sale online, no dealers in the United States.
The case for the Genelec 8040B: Based on their smaller speaker’s performance against others, I’m ranking this accordingly. The catch: Very expensive.
Buy the APS Klasik 2020 if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Genelec 8040B if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| APS Klasik 2020 | Genelec 8040B | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $900 | $2350 |
| Ranked | #8 of 20 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #7 of 20 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 14.2"H x 8.3"W x 12.6"D (360.7 x 210.8 x 320 mm) | 14.4"H x 9.3"W x 8.8"D (365.8 x 236.2 x 223.5 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 39Hz - 25kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 41Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA | XLR |
| Weight | 22 lbs / 10.0 kg each | 20.7 lbs / 9.4 kg each |
| Drivers | 7" (178mm) woofer | 6.5" (165mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Output Power | 100w Per Speaker | 180w Per Speaker |
The Two Speakers In Full
APS Klasik 2020: $900 Aps-company
Pros: Very neutral. Almost indistinguishable from the HS8 but with deeper bass
Cons: Difficult to find for sale online, no dealers in the United States.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 14.2"H x 8.3"W x 12.6"D (360.7 x 210.8 x 320 mm) |
| Drivers | 7" (178mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 39Hz - 25kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, RCA |
| Output Power | 100w Per Speaker |
| Weight | 22 lbs / 10.0 kg each |
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Genelec 8040B: $2350 Bhphotovideo
Pros: Based on their smaller speaker’s performance against others, I’m ranking this accordingly.
Cons: Very expensive
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 14.4"H x 9.3"W x 8.8"D (365.8 x 236.2 x 223.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5" (165mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 41Hz - 25kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR |
| Output Power | 180w Per Speaker |
| Weight | 20.7 lbs / 9.4 kg each |
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