Footprint®01 Gen2
PRECISION, POWER REDEFINED
FOOTPRINT®01 GEN2
8-INCH DUAL-FORCE TRI-AMPLIFIED 3-WAY ACTIVE MONITOR
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• Tri-amplified 3-way Monitor
• 710 watts of power per monitor
• Frequency Response: 36 Hz–40 kHz
• MAX SPL: Continuous ≥113dB
• Crossover Frequencies 170 / 3600 Hz
• 8″ Dual-Force™ aluminum cone woofers
• 5″ Aluminum cone midrange
• 1″ Dual ring radiator tweeter
• MEME™ Technology Voice Emulation
• SPOC™ Technology
• Dims 22.75″ L x 13.8″ W x 17.5″ D
• $4,495.00 USD (pair)
• Tri-amplified 3-way Monitor
• 710 watts of power per monitor
• Frequency Response: 36 Hz–40 kHz
• MAX SPL: Continuous ≥113dB
• Crossover Frequencies 170 / 3600 Hz
• 8″ Dual-Force™ aluminum cone woofers
• 5″ Aluminum cone midrange
• 1″ Dual ring radiator tweeter
• MEME™ Technology Voice Emulation
• SPOC™ Technology
• Dims 22.75″ L x 13.8″ W x 17.5″ D
• $4,495.00 USD (pair)
THE STORY
The Footprint®01 Gen2 is a complete reinvention of one of Barefoot Sound’s most acclaimed monitors, redesigned from the ground up to deliver even greater precision, power, and transparency. While the original Footprint®01 set a high standard for compact professional monitors, the Gen2 surpasses it in every meaningful way, both technically and sonically. This next generation model introduces a fully tri-amplified 3-way architecture, providing dedicated Class D amplification for each driver to ensure optimal performance, headroom, and efficiency across the frequency spectrum.
At the heart of the Footprint®01 Gen2 is a suite of newly developed Barefoot drivers, including a 1-inch dual ring radiator tweeter, a 5-inch aluminum cone midrange driver, and dual 8-inch aluminum cone woofers integrated into the cabinet using the proprietary Dual-Force™ Technology coupling system. Engineered for extended linear excursion, reduced distortion, and improved transient response, these custom drivers deliver tighter imaging and a more revealing soundstage.
The new DSP platform features SPOC™ (SPectrally Optimized Conversion), Barefoot’s patented technology that introduces analog crossover filtering before digital conversion, preserving high frequency detail and significantly improving signal to noise ratio. This allows the Gen2 to achieve higher resolution, improved clarity, and ultra low latency for an unmatched mixing and monitoring experience.
To support all this technological advancement, the cabinet itself has been acoustically refined with increased internal volume, optimized bracing, and enhanced damping, housed in a sealed enclosure with a sleek industrial finish. Together, these innovations make the Footprint®01 Gen2 not just a worthy successor but a truly next level monitor that brings flagship performance to a wider range of studios and creators.
Whether you’re mixing in stereo or building a 7.1.4 immersive studio, the Barefoot Sound Footprint®01 Gen2 delivers elite performance in a footprint that’s right-sized for today’s production environments. It’s the perfect fusion of next-generation engineering, real-world versatility, and Barefoot’s legendary sonic signature.
DRIVERS REIMAGINED
The Footprint®01 Gen2 introduces redesigned drivers powered by a tri-amplified Class D architecture for maximum precision, clarity, and power. With less than 0.005% THD at full output, the system delivers seamless crossover performance and pristine, well-balanced sound across the entire frequency spectrum.
DUAL-RING TWEETER
The 1” dual ring radiator tweeter features a powerful magnet and motor system for longer excursion, higher output, and reduced compression, delivering dynamic and detailed performance. An improved heat-sink ensures stable operation during extended use, while copper shorting rings minimize distortion for pristine accuracy. Its fabric diaphragm, aluminum housing, and solid face plug add rigidity and resonance control, and neodymium technology enhances clarity and fidelity. Powered by a dedicated 60W amplifier.
ALUMINUM CONE MIDRANGE
The Footprint®01 Gen2 5” midrange driver employs an aluminum cone for rigidity and resonance control, improving audio fidelity. A larger high-sensitivity motor with copper shorting rings reduces harmonic distortion for clean, accurate sound. With extended excursion and an advanced motor system, the driver delivers higher output with minimal compression, while an improved heat-sink ensures reliable performance. Powered by a dedicated 150W amplifier.
DUAL-FORCE™ WOOFERS
At the core of the Footprint®01 Gen2’s low end are dual 8” aluminum woofers mounted in rugged cast frames. Using Barefoot’s Dual-Force™ Technology, they cancel vibrations and reinforce cabinet rigidity, producing controlled bass down to 30 Hz. Powered by Class D amps delivering 500W total, their advanced motor design with copper shorting rings and extended excursion maintains clarity at high levels. A new heat-sink system ensures consistent performance in demanding sessions.
THE LEADER IN THE FOOTPRINT® LINEUP
As Barefoot Sound launches the Footprint®01 Gen2, it marks a significant evolution in the Footprint series, a lineup known for delivering uncompromising sound in more accessible formats. The original Footprint®01, the largest and most powerful model in the range, set the standard as the flagship of the “affordable Footprint® line. It was followed by the Footprint®02, slightly smaller and more cost effective, yet still packed with the same uncompromising sonic DNA. The Footprint®03 introduced a more compact, ported design, becoming the most affordable and space friendly monitor in the series. Completing the family is the Footprint®03C, initially developed as a dedicated center channel for immersive setups but now widely embraced as a versatile stereo solution. With the launch of the Gen2, the Footprint®01 returns as a completely reimagined monitor, delivering next generation precision, power, and performance that reestablishes its place at the top of the Footprint® lineup.
TECHNOLOGY
SPOC™
SPOC™ (SPectrally Optimized Conversion) is Barefoot’s patented technology that revolutionizes the analog-to-digital conversion process. By incorporating an analog crossover stage before conversion, SPOC™ allows high frequencies to reach the converter without attenuation. This approach increases resolution by the equivalent of 5 bits, resulting in a 15 dB improvement in signal-to-noise ratio. Exclusive to Barefoot monitors equipped with SPOC™, this innovation preserves critical high-frequency detail, enhances clarity, and ensures a more transparent signal path. The outcome is superior resolution and accuracy, setting the Footprint®01 Gen2 apart from any other monitor in its class.
DSP
The Barefoot Sound Digital Signal Processor (DSP) in the Footprint®01 Gen2 is at the heart of this cutting-edge technology. DSPs play a critical role in enhancing and optimizing audio signals, elevating the listening experience to unparalleled heights. With a remarkable latency of an impressive 3 ms, this DSP ensures a near-instantaneous response, eliminating any perceptible delay for seamless audio reproduction. By optimizing the drive level, the DSP enhances the low-end frequency response, delivering deeper and more impactful bass. Additionally, distortion is significantly reduced, allowing for enhanced clarity and sonic accuracy. This enables audiophiles and professionals alike to experience every nuance of the sound with pristine detail.
AMPLIFIERS
The Footprint®01 Gen2 features three Class D amplifier modules, each dedicated to a specific driver. A 60-watt amplifier powers the tweeter, a 150-watt amplifier drives the midrange, and a 500-watt amplifier energizes the Dual-Force™ woofers. Together, these amplifiers deliver precise power distribution, ensuring seamless crossover transitions and full-range clarity. With total harmonic distortion (THD) below 0.005% at maximum output, the system achieves exceptional fidelity, maintaining optimal signal levels for each driver and producing accurate, powerful sound reproduction.
MEMETM
MEME™ TECHNOLOGY
The Footprint®01 Gen2 features Barefoot’s legendary MEME™ (Multi Emphasis Monitor Emulation) Technology, giving you multiple monitoring perspectives in one system. Instantly switch between Hi Fi mode for inspiration, FLAT mode for precision, or authentic emulations of classic mix cubes and iconic white coned studio monitors.
Unlike simple EQ curves, these voicing profiles capture the true character of legendary reference speakers, letting you hear exactly how your mix will translate. By combining these options into a single pair of monitors, MEME™ saves space, streamlines workflow, and adapts seamlessly to studios, mobile rigs, playback rooms, and home environments, delivering both accuracy and inspiration at the push of a button.
CABINET DESIGN
The cabinet of the Footprint®01 Gen2 is constructed from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) using stress-assembly techniques that enhance rigidity and reduce resonance. With an internal volume of 12.8 liters and full acoustic damping throughout, the enclosure is tuned for optimal dispersion and transient response. A textured gray polyester coating provides a modern, professional finish, while the added weight contributes to greater stability and performance integrity.
MOUNTIING MADE EASY
Achieving an optimal multi-channel studio setup is effortless with the Footprint®01 Gen2 monitors, thanks to their seamless compatibility with premium mounting solutions from Triad-Orbit and König & Meyer. Designed for compact Atmos mixing rooms, these monitors deliver exceptional precision and clarity, enhancing the acoustic experience in smaller studios while allowing for easy, versatile installation.
TECH SPECS
Download Footprint®01 Gen2 Owner’s Manual – PDF
| Description: | Tri-amplified 3-way studio monitor |
| Controls: | Input level stepped attenuator, MEME™ voice select |
| Analog Input: | XLR female, Pin 1 ground, Pin 2 positive, Pin 3 negative TRS Male, Tip: Positive, Ring: Negative, Sleeve: Ground Input Impedance = 20k Ohms Input Sensitivity (1m) = 90 dB @ -15 dBV (pass band) |
| Analog to Digital Conversion: | Word Length: 28-bit (56-bit High Precision) Sample Rate: 96 kHz Signal/Noise ≥ 100 dB |
| Frequency Response: | 36Hz – 40kHz (±3dB), 39Hz – 30kHz (±1dB) |
| Bass Response: | -3 dB @ 36 Hz Q = 0.762, Slope = 18 dB/octave asymptotic |
| MAX SPL: | ≥113dB |
| Cabinet: | 12.8L total internal volume Sealed box, machined aluminum driver baffle, tensioned bracing. Polyurethane acoustic damping throughout |
| Crossover Frequencies: | 170 / 3600 Hz (Active crossover between drivers) |
| Tweeter: | 1-inch dual-ring radiator, low distortion motor, rear waveguide chamber |
| Midrange: | 5-inch aluminum cone, high magnetic flux motor +/- 3.5 mm linear excursion |
| Woofers: | Dual 8-inch aluminum cones,- high magnetic flux motors |
| HF Amplifier: | 60W |
| MF Amplifier: | 150W |
| LF Amplifier: | 500W |
| Power: | Mains Voltage Input: 100 VAC to 240 VAC universal Idle Power Consumption = 35W Maximum Power Consumption = 900W |
| Weight: | Speaker: 40.4 lbs (18.3 kg) each |
| Dimensions HxWxD: | 14.25 x 10.20 x 13.63 in (362 mm x 259 mm x 346 mm) |
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