Barefoot Sound’s MicroMain27 and MicroMain26 active monitors have become synonymous with high performance and have helped form the company’s outstanding reputation. Both models have earned their reputation as some of the best monitors in the industry and are embraced by the biggest recording studios, recording artists, and producers in the world. The MicroMain27 and MicroMain26 share exceptional audio quality and similar design characteristics. Depending on your preferences and budget, one of these monitors will meet your needs. We have compiled the technical specifications in one place to assist you in making an informed decision.
The MicroMain27 and MicroMain26 don’t just share each other’s looks and quality, they also have the same Barefoot signature designs — Dual-Force™ Technology opposing sub woofers, dual ring radiator tweeter and Multi-Emphasis Monitor Emulation™ or MEME — Technology. Below are comparison charts of both models at a glance.
MicroMain27 Technical Specifications
| Description: | 3.5-way active monitor with Dual-Force™ and MEME™ technologies |
| Controls: | Analog/AES3 input select, AES3 L/R channels select, Input level stepped attenuator, Subwoofer level, Emulation voice select |
| Input Impedance: | 50k Ohm |
| Frequency Response: | 30Hz – 45kHz (±3dB), 40Hz – 40kHz (±1dB) |
| Bass Response: | -3 dB @ 30Hz, Q = 0.707 Slope = 12 dB/octave |
| Cabinet: | 32 liters total internal volume, Sealed subwoofer and midbass enclosures, Machined aluminum baffle plate, Aluminum subwoofer frames function as lateral cabinet bracing, Long fiber wool acoustic damping throughout |
| Crossover Frequencies: | 100 / 600 / 3000 Hz |
| Tweeter: | 1″ ring radiator, Advanced geometry motor, Rear waveguide chamber Amplifier: 180W |
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| Midbass 1: | 5.25″ poly/paper cone, Advanced geometry neodymium motor, +/- 5 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 250W |
| Midbass 2: | 5.25″ poly/paper cone, Advanced geometry neodymium motor, +/- 5 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 250W |
| Subwoofers: | 2 x 10″ aluminum cone with high linearity motor, +/- 13 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 500W |
| MAX SPL: | Single: 116 dB Dual: 119 dB |
| AC Power Input: | Nominal 115 VAC or 230 VAC selectable |
| Power Consumption: | Idle: 30W, Maximum: 650W |
| Weight: | Speaker: 68 lbs each (31 kg) Shipping: 80 lbs each (36 kg) |
| Dimensions HxWxD: | Cabinet: 20.5 x 9.5 x 15.5 inches (521 x 241 x 394 mm) Overall: 20.5 x 10.5 x 17.4 inches (521 x 267 x 442 mm) |
| PRICE: | $10,995.00 USD (pair) |
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MicroMain26 Technical Specifications
| Description: | 4-way active monitor with Dual-Force™ and MEME™ technologies |
| Controls: | Analog/AES3 input select, AES3 L/R channels select, Input level stepped attenuator, Subwoofer level, Emulation voice select |
| Input Impedance: | 50k Ohm |
| Frequency Response: | 30Hz – 45kHz (±3dB) 40Hz – 40kHz (±1dB) |
| Bass Response: | -3 dB @ 30Hz, Q = 0.707 Slope = 12 dB/octave |
| Cabinet: | 32 liters total internal volume, Sealed subwoofer, woofer and mid enclosures, Machined aluminum baffle plate, Aluminum subwoofer frames function as lateral cabinet bracing, Long fiber wool acoustic damping throughout |
| Crossover Frequencies: | 100 / 800 / 4000 Hz |
| Tweeter: | 1″ ring radiator, Advanced geometry motor, Rear waveguide chamber Amplifier: 180W |
| Midrange: | 2.5″ aluminum cone, Advanced geometry motor, +/- 2 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 250W |
| Midbass 1: | 5.25″ poly/paper cone, Advanced geometry neodymium motor, +/- 5 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 125W |
| Midbass 2: | 5.25″ poly/paper cone, Advanced geometry neodymium motor, +/- 5 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 125W |
| Subwoofers: | 2 x 10″ aluminum cone with high linearity motor, +/- 13 mm linear excursion Amplifier: 500W |
| MAX SPL: | Single: 116 dB Dual: 119 dB |
| AC Power Input: | Nominal 115 VAC or 230 VAC selectable |
| Power Consumption: | Idle: 30W, Maximum: 650W |
| Weight: | Weight: Speaker: 71 lbs each (32 kg) Shipping: 83 lbs each (38 kg) |
| Dimensions HxWxD: | Cabinet: 20.5 x 9.5 x 15.5 inches (521 x 241 x 394 mm) Overall: 20.5 x 10.5 x 17.4 inches (521 x 267 x 442 mm) |
| PRICE: | $12,995.00 USD (pair) |
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