Barefoot Sound Footprint03 (pair)

Price is for one pair of speakers

*Delivery will occur in a week, barring any unforeseen circumstances that might cause delays.

“Thanks to these fantastic Barefoot monitors I hear everything perfect.” – Tommy Denander, Gold and Platinum certified Songwriter and Record Producer

“I confidently recommend the Footprint03 to anyone looking for a pair of superb professional-grade speakers without having to take out a loan to afford them.” – Tape Op

“So, the Footprint03 delivers an impressive set of measurements, it looks great, it’s usefully compact and it’s relatively affordable. But how does it sound? It sounds very good indeed.” – Sound On Sound

“Given its compact size combined with its Barefoot pedigree, the Footprint03 is a very polished all-around studio workhorse. It is accurate and precise enough for heavy-lifting and surgical mix work, thanks to its impressive low-frequency extension and midrange clarity. If you are tight on space but demand reliable reproduction, the Footprint03 is poised to be a reliable studio companion for years to come.” – Recording

“Their quality and flexibility is so high that any musical genre is suitable for mixing or critical listening. The timbre is among the most modern heard and is perfect for the tonal trends of the 2010s.” – audiofader

Compact Design, Uncompromised Performance

The Footprint03 is a tri-amplified 3-way studio monitor that upholds the exceptional audio quality and design legacy of its predecessors, the Footprint01 and Footprint02. Featuring a more compact form factor and a more accessible price point, the Footprint03 moves beyond the traditional sealed cabinet with a fast-transient ported design, offering remarkable low-end extension while preserving Barefoot Sound’s signature cabinet craftsmanship. Its Footprint Gray polyester coating, stress-assembly construction, and substantial weight enhance stability and damping, effectively minimizing vibrations for an unparalleled listening experience.

At its core, the Footprint03 is equipped with a 1″ ring radiator tweeter, a 3.5″ aluminum-cone midrange driver, and a forward-facing 6.5″ aluminum-cone woofer—each meticulously engineered for superior audio fidelity. Advanced magnet and motor systems, copper shorting rings, and an enhanced heat-sink system reduce distortion, extend driver excursion, and ensure dependable performance during extended sessions. With SPOC™ (Spectrally Optimized Conversion) technology and an advanced Digital Signal Processor (DSP), the Footprint03 delivers higher resolution, reduced latency, and a finely tuned frequency response. Barefoot’s MEME™ Technology adds further adaptability, making it easy to tailor the monitor to different applications. Compact yet powerful, the Footprint03 offers professional-grade studio monitoring for any environment.

Design

At Barefoot Sound, the goal has always been to redefine what’s possible in a compact studio monitor. The Footprint03 continues this tradition, introducing a range of innovative features to further elevate performance and versatility.

Ported Design
Known for its expertise in sealed cabinets, Barefoot Sound showcases its versatility with the Footprint03’s side-firing ported design. This fast-transient bass reflex system delivers exceptional low-end extension while preserving the signature clarity and precision of Barefoot’s renowned cabinet construction, rivaling their acclaimed sealed monitors.

Cabinet Construction
The Footprint03’s cabinet features Barefoot’s signature Footprint Gray polyester coating with a textured finish and is crafted from Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) for durability and acoustic performance. Stress assembly techniques are used to enhance stability and minimize vibrations, while the cabinet’s substantial weight further ensures exceptional damping and vibration control—hallmarks of Barefoot’s meticulous craftsmanship.

Mounting Flexibility
Designed for easy integration into multi-channel studio setups, the Footprint03 is fully compatible with premium mounting solutions from Triad-Orbit and König & Meyer. These monitors are ideal for compact Atmos mixing rooms, providing exceptional precision and clarity while offering versatile and seamless installation options for any small studio environment.

New Technology

Introducing SPOC™
The Footprint03 debuts Barefoot Sound’s patented SPOC™ (Spectrally Optimized Conversion) technology, setting a new standard in studio monitoring. SPOC™ incorporates an analog crossover before the analog-to-digital conversion, allowing high frequencies to pass through unattenuated. This results in a 5-bit increase in resolution or a 15 dB improvement in the signal-to-noise ratio. Exclusive to monitors featuring SPOC™, this technology provides unmatched signal transparency, offering a level of clarity and fidelity not found in any other monitor in its class.

Advanced DSP
At the core of the Footprint03’s cutting-edge performance is Barefoot Sound’s advanced Digital Signal Processor (DSP). With an ultra-low latency of just 3 ms, the DSP ensures near-instantaneous response for seamless, delay-free audio reproduction. It optimizes drive levels to enhance low-frequency response, delivering deeper, more impactful bass without sacrificing clarity. Additionally, the DSP significantly reduces distortion, allowing for exceptional sonic accuracy and detail. Whether for audiophiles or audio professionals, the Footprint03’s DSP ensures every nuance of sound is reproduced with pristine precision, elevating the listening experience to new heights.

MEME™

MEME™ Technology
Barefoot Sound’s Multi-Emphasis Monitor Emulation™ (MEME) technology enhances the versatility of the Footprint03, allowing it to effortlessly integrate into a variety of environments, from playback rooms and mobile setups to home studios and professional production spaces. MEME delivers accurate emulations of iconic speakers, including mix cubes, the classic white-coned monitors, and consumer hi-fi speakers. This feature empowers mixers to quickly switch between these renowned reference monitors, offering a convenient and reliable way to evaluate mixes across different speaker types and ensure optimal sound quality.

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