Short answer: the Genelec 8010A for better sound quality, the Klipsch ProMedia Lumina for the lower price. The Genelec 8010A ranks #1 of 12 powered bookshelf speakers at $700. The Klipsch ProMedia Lumina ranks #7 at $379.99, $320.01 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 Klipsch ProMedia Lumina side: Genuinely useful bass extension for a compact desktop system thanks to the separate powered subwoofer - measured F3 at 46Hz and F10 at 38Hz, deeper than most speakers in this size and price class. Set against that: Treble is boosted 3-5dB out of the box when pointed directly at the listener, giving a bright, somewhat digital and fatiguing character - fixed by toeing the speakers out 20-30 degrees.
Buy the Genelec 8010A if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Klipsch ProMedia Lumina if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Genelec 8010A | Klipsch ProMedia Lumina | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $700 | $379.99 |
| Ranked | #1 of 12 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #7 of 12 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) | Satellite: 248 x 165 x 102 mm, Subwoofer: 356 x 152 x 352 mm |
| Frequency Response | 67 Hz-25 kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR | USB-C, 3.5mm Aux, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg | Satellite: 2.1 lbs / 0.95 kg each, Subwoofer: 11 lbs / 4.99 kg |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 0.75" metal dome tweeter | 1" tractrix horn tweeter, 3.5" mid, 6.5" powered subwoofer |
| App | No | Klipsch Control app - EQ (fixed bands), RGB lighting control, night mode, music-reactive mode |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 67Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | 38Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 74Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | 46Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | No | - |
| EQ | Yes (Bass tilt, Desk proximity) | Fixed-band EQ via app (not parametric) |
| Max SPL | 96dB @ 1m | 98dB |
| Output Power | 50W (25W woofer + 25W tweeter) | 100W RMS, 200W peak |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 |
| Crossover Frequency | - | Satellite: 3.5kHz, Subwoofer: 150Hz |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Genelec 8010A: $700 Bhphotovideo
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.
Full Genelec 8010A review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 67Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 74Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| 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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Klipsch ProMedia Lumina: $379.99 Amazon
Pros: Genuinely useful bass extension for a compact desktop system thanks to the separate powered subwoofer - measured F3 at 46Hz and F10 at 38Hz, deeper than most speakers in this size and price class. The tractrix waveguide design allows for effective EQ correction if you use it. Distortion at both moderate and loud levels is reasonable for the size, and compression behavior is in line with expectations. Extensive RGB lighting and app control, plus tiltable stands.
Cons: Treble is boosted 3-5dB out of the box when pointed directly at the listener, giving a bright, somewhat digital and fatiguing character - fixed by toeing the speakers out 20-30 degrees, but that’s an extra setup step most buyers won’t know to take. The companion app only offers fixed-band EQ, not true parametric EQ, so you can’t precisely dial out the treble bump. Sounds more compressed and less neutral than pricier studio-style monitors like the Adam Audio D3v.
Full Klipsch ProMedia Lumina review and specifications →
| App | Klipsch Control app - EQ (fixed bands), RGB lighting control, night mode, music-reactive mode |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 38Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Crossover Frequency | Satellite: 3.5kHz, Subwoofer: 150Hz |
| Dimensions | Satellite: 248 x 165 x 102 mm, Subwoofer: 356 x 152 x 352 mm |
| Drivers | 1" tractrix horn tweeter, 3.5" mid, 6.5" powered subwoofer |
| EQ | Fixed-band EQ via app (not parametric) |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | USB-C, 3.5mm Aux, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Max SPL | 98dB |
| Output Power | 100W RMS, 200W peak |
| Weight | Satellite: 2.1 lbs / 0.95 kg each, Subwoofer: 11 lbs / 4.99 kg |
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