Short answer: the SVS 3000 Micro has been measured and ranked; the Genelec 7040A has not been measured in a way we can rank yet, so until it is, this comes down to features and price.
What the Genelec 7040A offers: A compact 6.5-inch (165mm) subwoofer with a 50W Class D amplifier, sized for small studios and desktop systems with Genelec’s smaller monitors.
On the SVS 3000 Micro side: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 90.6 dB at 20 Hz and 113.5 dB through 40-80 Hz.
Price: the Genelec 7040A lists at $1,125 and the SVS 3000 Micro at $999.
Buy the SVS 3000 Micro if you want a speaker whose sound quality has been measured and ranked.
Buy the Genelec 7040A if you prefer its design or features, and you can wait for measurements to confirm how it sounds.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 7040A | SVS 3000 Micro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,125 | $999.00 |
| Ranked | - | #6 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Drivers | 6.5” (165mm) driver | 2x 8” (203mm) driver |
| Amplifier Power | 50W (Class D) | - |
| Frequency Response | 33Hz - 85Hz (+/-3dB), 30Hz - 90Hz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Maximum SPL | 100 dB | - |
| Dimensions | 16.1”H x 13.8”W x 8.1”D (410 x 350 x 205 mm) | 10.9”H x 11.7”W x 10.7”D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm) |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes | - |
| AES Input | No | - |
| Country | Finland | United States |
| Enclosure | - | sealed |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | - | 90.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | - | 92.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | - | 98.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | - | 103.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | - | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | - | 117.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | - | 122.1 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | - | 113.5 dB |
| Warranty | - | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | - | black, white |
| Measurement Source | - | Brent Butterworth |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Genelec 7040A: $1,125 B&H Photo Video eBay
Pros: A compact 6.5-inch (165mm) subwoofer with a 50W Class D amplifier, sized for small studios and desktop systems with Genelec’s smaller monitors. Genelec rates it at 33-85Hz within 3dB (30Hz at -6dB) and 100dB short-term maximum output. Stereo balanced XLR inputs and outputs with built-in bass management.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers. Its 100dB output and 85Hz upper limit suit small rooms only, and there is no GLM calibration, AES/EBU input or RCA input.
Full Genelec 7040A review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 50W (Class D) |
| Country | Finland |
| Dimensions | 16.1”H x 13.8”W x 8.1”D (410 x 350 x 205 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” (165mm) driver |
| Frequency Response | 33Hz - 85Hz (+/-3dB), 30Hz - 90Hz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 100 dB |
| Weight | 24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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SVS 3000 Micro: $999.00 Amazon eBay
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 90.6 dB at 20 Hz and 113.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 8” (203mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.
Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 276.9H x 297.2W x 271.8D mm cabinet and 10.2 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.
Full SVS 3000 Micro review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 113.5 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black, white |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 10.9”H x 11.7”W x 10.7”D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 8” (203mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 90.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 92.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 98.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 103.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 117.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 122.1 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg) |
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