Short answer: the Genelec 8010A for neutrality, the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor for bass. The 8010A is an extremely neutral speaker for mastering and mixing recordings but does not go as deep as the iLoud. The iLoud reaches much deeper bass than any other speaker this size, with the tradeoff of slightly boosted bass.
Buy the Genelec 8010A if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 8010A | IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $900 per pair | $299.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #2 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #6 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 7.7”H x 4.8”W x 4.5”D (195.6 x 121.9 x 114.3 mm) | 7.1”H x 3.5”W x 5.3”D (180.3 x 88.9 x 134.6 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 67 Hz-25 kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR | RCA, Aux |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 2 lbs (0.9 kg) |
| Drivers | 3” woofer, 0.75” metal dome tweeter | 3” woofer, 0.75” silk dome tweeter |
| App | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 67Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | 45Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 74Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | 55Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes (A2DP) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass tilt, Desk proximity) | Yes (Bass/Treble switches, Desktop/Free field) |
| Amplifier Power | 50W (25W woofer + 25W tweeter) | 50W total (combined) |
| Maximum SPL | 96dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) | 96dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) |
| XLR Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
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