Barefoot Sound Footprint®01 Gen2 Studio Monitor – Next Generation Precision

Redesigned From the Ground Up

The Barefoot Sound Footprint®01 Gen2 is the complete reinvention of one of the brand’s most acclaimed studio monitors. Engineered from the inside out, the Gen2 delivers unmatched clarity, precision, and power for professional mixing and mastering.

Where the original Footprint01 set new standards for compact nearfield monitors, the Gen2 takes performance further with a tri-amplified 3-way design, upgraded Barefoot drivers, advanced DSP, and a fully optimized cabinet. The result: a monitor that combines flagship performance with real-world studio versatility.

Key Features of the Footprint®01 Gen2

Tri-Amplified 3-Way Architecture

Each driver in the Footprint01 Gen2 has its own dedicated Class-D amplifier for maximum headroom and efficiency:

• 60W for the 1" dual-ring radiator tweeter

• 150W for the 5" aluminum cone midrange

• 500W for the dual 8" aluminum woofers

This architecture ensures smooth crossover transitions at 170 Hz and 3600 Hz, delivering seamless clarity across a frequency response of 36 Hz to 40 kHz.

Newly Designed Barefoot Drivers

• Tweeter: 1-inch dual-ring radiator with extended excursion, rear waveguide chamber, and ultra-low distortion for crisp high-end detail.

• Midrange: 5-inch aluminum cone driver with larger voice coil and robust motor for razor-sharp clarity and perfect phase coherence.

• Woofers: Dual 8-inch aluminum cones with Barefoot’s exclusive Dual-Force™ Technology, delivering powerful, vibration-free bass extension down to 30 Hz.

Advanced DSP With SPOC™ Technology

Barefoot’s patented SPOC™ (Spectrally Optimized Conversion) introduces analog crossover filtering before digital conversion. Benefits include:

• 15 dB better signal-to-noise ratio

• Higher digital resolution

• Ultra-low latency

• Improved transient response and imaging

Perfect for immersive audio setups and precision mixing.

Rugged and Refined Cabinet

The cabinet is constructed from acoustically treated MDF with optimized bracing, enhanced damping, and 12.8 liters of internal volume. A textured gray industrial finish adds durability while increasing cabinet rigidity for more accurate bass and transient response.

Dimensions: 362 x 259 x 346 mm
Weight: 18.3 kg

MEME™ Technology for Real-World Translation

Switch between different monitoring profiles with Barefoot’s MEME™ (Multi Emphasis Monitor Emulation). Move seamlessly from Hi-Fi mode for writing and inspiration to Flat mode for critical mixing decisions.

Why Choose the Footprint®01 Gen2?

• Next-generation engineering with flagship Barefoot Sound technology

• Compact yet powerful – ideal for modern production studios

• Perfect for stereo mixing, mastering, and immersive setups (7.1.4 and beyond)

• Reinforced build quality for reliable long-term use

Whether you’re composing, mixing, or mastering, the Barefoot Sound Footprint®01 Gen2 delivers the legendary Barefoot sound in a format designed for today’s professional studios.

Specifications at a Glance

• Description: 8" tri-amplified 3-way nearfield studio monitor

• Frequency Response: 36 Hz – 40 kHz (±3 dB)

• Max SPL: ≥113 dB

• Amplification: 60W HF, 150W MF, 500W LF

• Inputs: Balanced XLR, 20k Ohm impedance

• Cabinet Design: Sealed enclosure, machined aluminum driver baffle

• Weight: 18.3 kg (40.4 lbs)

The Footprint Lineup

The Footprint series makes Barefoot’s legendary technology more accessible:

• Footprint01: The flagship model, now reborn as the Gen2 with next-level performance.

• Footprint02: Slightly smaller and more cost-effective while retaining core Barefoot DNA.

• Footprint03: Compact, ported design for smaller studios.

• Footprint03C: Originally designed as a center channel, now widely used as a versatile stereo monitor.

With the launch of the Footprint01 Gen2, Barefoot reestablishes the model as the top of the Footprint lineup, delivering world-class accuracy, power, and innovation.

Barefoot Sound Footprint®01 Gen2 – Compact Revolution, Flagship Performance

The Footprint01 Gen2 is more than just an upgrade. It’s a complete redesign that brings reference-grade sound to a wider audience of producers, engineers, and creators. If you want studio monitors that translate perfectly across all systems, the Footprint01 Gen2 is the monitor to beat.