Short answer: the SVS 3000 Micro. It ranks #6 of 73 subwoofers by sound quality, rated 3.7/5, at $799; the Genelec 7040A ranks #65, rated 2.7/5, and costs $1,125, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
Why pick the Genelec 7040A: A compact studio subwoofer with balanced XLR inputs and built in bass management, made to pair with small desktop monitors. The catch: No independent measurements yet, so its output can’t be compared with ranked subwoofers.
The SVS 3000 Micro is the better-sounding option. A tiny sealed subwoofer with two opposing 8 inch drivers, small enough to tuck beside furniture while adding upper bass weight. The tradeoff: 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.
Buy the SVS 3000 Micro. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Genelec 7040A and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
Worth knowing: the Genelec 7040A has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 2.5 to 2.9, so treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 7040A | SVS 3000 Micro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,125 | $799.00 |
| Ranked | #65 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) Estimated | #6 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Warranty | 2(+3) | 5 |
| 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 | Ported | 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 |
| Cabinet Color | - | black, white |
| Measurement Source | - | Brent Butterworth |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Genelec 7040A: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- SVS 3000 Micro: reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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