Short answer: the Genelec 8010A for the higher ranking, the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor for the lower price. The Genelec 8010A ranks #1 of 8 powered bookshelf speakers at $700. The IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor ranks #2 at $299.99, $400.01 cheaper.
What the Genelec 8010A gets right: An extremely neutral speaker for mastering and mixing recordings. The catch: Not as deep of bass as the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor.
On the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor side: Much deeper bass than any other speaker this size. The tradeoff: Slightly boosted bass.
Buy the Genelec 8010A if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 8010A | IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $700 | $299.99 |
| Ranked | #1 of 8 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #2 of 8 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 | 45Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 74Hz | 55Hz |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes (A2DP) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass tilt, Desk proximity) | Yes (Bass/Treble switches, Desktop/Free field) |
| Max SPL | 96dB @ 1m | 96dB @ 1m |
| Output Power | 50W (25W woofer + 25W tweeter) | 50W total (combined) |
The Two Speakers In Full
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Pros: An extremely neutral speaker for mastering and mixing recordings. Although for mastering, it’s highly recommended to use a larger speaker with deeper bass extension or add a subwoofer
Cons: Not as deep of bass as the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor. Probably not the best choice for general music listening due to the price and limited bass extension.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 67Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 74Hz |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 7.7"H x 4.8"W x 4.5"D (195.6 x 121.9 x 114.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 0.75" metal dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Bass tilt, Desk proximity) |
| Frequency Response | 67 Hz-25 kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR |
| Max SPL | 96dB @ 1m |
| Output Power | 50W (25W woofer + 25W tweeter) |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
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IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor: $299.99 Amazon
Pros: Much deeper bass than any other speaker this size. Wide, consistent horizontal directivity out to about 15kHz gives an unusually good soundstage for such a small speaker, and vertical response stays flat well above the tweeter axis, forgiving desktop placement where the tweeters sit below ear height.
Cons: Slightly boosted bass. Some treble rolloff up high. More hifi sounding than neutral
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 45Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55Hz |
| Bluetooth | Yes (A2DP) |
| Dimensions | 7.1"H x 3.5"W x 5.3"D (180.3 x 88.9 x 134.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 0.75" silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble switches, Desktop/Free field) |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | RCA, Aux |
| Max SPL | 96dB @ 1m |
| Output Power | 50W total (combined) |
| Weight | 2 lbs / 0.9 kg |
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