Kali Audio LP-6 V2 vs Genelec S360

Short answer: the Kali Audio LP-6 V2 for value, the Genelec S360 for output and calibration. The S360 is a 10-inch two-way main monitor that peaks above 128dB with its GLM-calibrated Smart Active Monitoring, and it ranks #23 of 79, but it costs $9,152 more. The LP-6 V2 is outstandingly neutral for $398 with no audible amplifier hiss and excellent horizontal directivity, though a vertical directivity disturbance around 1.5kHz to 2kHz makes ear height and desk reflections worth managing.

Buy the Kali Audio LP-6 V2 if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Genelec S360 if sound quality matters more than the price.

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The Two Speakers In Full

Kali Audio LP-6 V2: $398 per pair Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

Older model: the Kali Audio LP-6 (ranked lower, rated 4.3/5).

Larger model: the Kali Audio LP-8 V2 (ranked lower, rated 4.1/5).

Pros: Erin’s measurements give a 7.48 ideal-subwoofer score and 42.5Hz -3dB bass extension, a strong combination for an affordable nearfield monitor. The waveguide and placement switches help with practical setup, and the second generation improves close-range noise behavior. Measured bass extension of 42Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 2.5dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz leaves some tonal unevenness. Vertical crossover behavior makes ear-height placement important, and compression limits loud bass playback. Its good tonal score is not evidence of the output capability of a much larger monitor.

Full Kali Audio LP-6 V2 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	40W LF + 40W HF per speaker; Bi-amplified Class D
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	39.1Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	42Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	Yes; boundary presets and LF/HF trims
Dimensions	14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.2”D
Drivers	1” soft-dome tweeter; 6.5” woofer
Frequency Response	47Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR, balanced TRS and RCA
Maximum SPL	Approximately 102dB per pair with good measured linearity (Erin’s Audio Corner) (manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	Yes
Spinorama Preference Score	5.53
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.48
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	15.5 lbs (7.05 kg) each
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Official Kali Audio LP-6 V2 Page
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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Genelec S360: $9,550 per pair B&H Photo Video eBay

Pros: A strong choice when professional output capability and listening distance matter. The measured 2.0dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz, 39.6Hz -3dB extension and 7.70 ideal-subwoofer score support balanced sound, while GLM provides room-integration tools. It is capable of peak output over 128dB. Measured bass extension of 39.6Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The substantial enclosure and installation requirements make it excessive for many desks. Its tonal measurements do not surpass the best smaller monitors simply because it can play louder. Deep-bass reproduction still benefits from a subwoofer, especially in high-output systems. The fitted bass-alignment Q of 1.16 suggests a mild bump near the port tuning rather than a clean rolloff.

Full Genelec S360 review and specifications →

AES Input	Yes
Amplifier Power	350W total (250W woofer, 100W tweeter, Class D)
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	35.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	39.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Finland
Dimensions	20.9”H x 14.2”W x 14.2”D (530 x 360 x 360 mm)
Drivers	1” titanium compression tweeter, 10” cone woofer
Enclosure	ported
Frequency Response	36Hz-22kHz -6dB
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR (analog), XLR AES/EBU (digital)
Maximum SPL	Peak 128dB (manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	No
RCA Input	No
Spinorama Preference Score	5.96
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.70
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Warranty	2 years (5 with product registration)
Weight	66.1 lbs (30 kg) each
XLR Input	Yes

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