Barefoot Sound Footprint02 Gen 2 6.5" 3-Way Powered Near-Field Monitor Pair

Big studio performance doesn’t always need a big room. This pair of Barefoot Sound Footprint02 Gen 2 6.5" 3-way active near-field monitors brings the brand’s flagship engineering into compact spaces, offering true-to-life accuracy where it counts most. With tri-amplified Class-D power, reengineered drivers, and an improved sealed MDF cabinet, it delivers tight, controlled bass and pinpoint imaging that reveal every mix detail. Barefoot’s MEME technology adds flexibility, letting you switch between reference voicings to check your work across multiple listening environments—all without leaving your chair. It’s precision, versatility, and Barefoot quality, built for modern engineers who demand results that translate.

Barefoot Sound Tri-Amplified System for Enhanced Clarity

Each speaker uses a fully tri-amplified system, with dedicated Class-D amps for the tweeter, midrange, and woofers. The 1" dual-ring radiator tweeter, 5" aluminum midrange, and dual 6.5" woofers work together for seamless crossover transitions and high output with low distortion. The system reaches down to 38Hz and up to 40kHz. Each driver benefits from a precisely tuned amplifier, providing more headroom and better control over dynamic content. This results in detailed highs, focused mids, and punchy, accurate lows at any volume.

Footprint02 Gen 2 DSP With SPOC Technology

Barefoot’s SPOC (Spectrally Optimized Conversion) places analog filtering before the digital conversion stage. This approach gives the DSP engine a cleaner, less noisy signal to process, improving signal-to-noise ratio by 15dB and delivering more transparent high-frequency detail. The DSP also controls crossover points at 180Hz and 3700Hz, shaping a smooth, phase-coherent sound. The result is tighter imaging, better transient response, and more consistent mix translation between rooms and playback systems.

Barefoot Sound MEME Technology for Mix Translation

MEME (Multi Emphasis Monitor Emulation) technology lets users switch between different speaker voicings from the front panel. Engineers can move between FLAT, Hi-Fi, and classic mix cube modes, each emulating a different real-world listening environment. This feature helps pinpoint mix issues before playback leaves the studio. The stepped input level attenuator and balanced XLR input make setup simple, letting you tailor the monitor’s behavior without extra gear.

Footprint02 Gen 2 Sealed MDF Cabinet Design

The enclosure uses medium-density fiberboard with tensioned bracing and acoustic damping for added rigidity and reduced resonance. The sealed box design rejects artifacts like port noise, extending bass response and keeping low frequencies tight. Barefoot’s textured gray polyester finish protects the cabinet from dings and scratches. Built-in rubber feet help isolate the speaker from surfaces, reducing unwanted vibration transfer in smaller control rooms.

Why Choose the Barefoot Sound Footprint02 Gen 2

Engineers working in smaller studios or tight control rooms benefit from this monitor’s compact footprint and flagship-grade sound. The Gen 2’s combination of tri-amplified power, advanced DSP, and MEME emulation means you can trust your critical mix decisions session after session. Users get punchy bass, revealing mids, and honest highs in a space-efficient package, making each mix translate with fewer surprises in the real world.