Barefoot Sound MicroMain26 4-Way Active Studio Monitor

The Barefoot Sound MicroMain26 represents the most refined evolution of the MicroMain platform, expanding on the proven MicroMain27 architecture with the addition of an ultra-transparent dedicated midrange driver. Designed for engineers who demand maximum resolution, dynamic range, and translation accuracy, the MicroMain26 delivers exceptional clarity across the entire frequency spectrum while maintaining the authority and scale of a full-range monitoring system.

Extended Resolution with a True 4-Way Design

MicroMain26 is a 4-way active monitoring system built around six drivers housed in sealed enclosures, covering frequencies from 30 Hz to 45 kHz with extremely low distortion and lightning-fast transient response. The addition of a 2.5-inch aluminum cone midrange allows critical mid-band detail to be reproduced with greater separation, focus, and realism, making the MicroMain26 particularly well suited for complex mixes and mastering-level work.

• 4-way active studio monitor.
• 1180 watts of total amplification per monitor.
• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 45 kHz.
• Maximum SPL: up to 119 dB (dual).
• Sealed cabinet design for controlled, accurate low-end.

Dedicated Midrange for Unmatched Clarity

The defining feature of the MicroMain26 is its additional 2.5-inch aluminum cone midrange driver, housed in a sealed, 3D-printed waveguide enclosure. This driver is responsible for extraordinary vocal, instrument, and transient clarity, allowing subtle mix details to remain intelligible even in dense arrangements. Combined with the dual 5.25-inch midbass drivers, the system delivers exceptional resolution through the critical midrange where most mix decisions live.

Dual-Force Low-Frequency Control

Low-frequency performance is handled by opposing 10-inch subwoofers using Barefoot’s Dual-Force design. By mechanically coupling the motors and driving the cones in opposite directions, cabinet vibration is cancelled at the source. This results in deep, powerful bass that remains tight, accurate, and free from cabinet-induced coloration, even at high listening levels.

• Opposing dual 10-inch aluminum cone subwoofers.
• Mechanical force cancellation for reduced distortion.
• Point-source bass behavior for improved imaging.

MEME Voice Emulation

MicroMain26 includes Barefoot’s MEME voice emulation, allowing multiple monitoring perspectives from a single pair of speakers. These voicings help engineers evaluate translation without changing position or adding additional monitors to the room.

• Flat: high-resolution, uncompromising reference.
• Hi-Fi: smoother voicing inspired by premium consumer playback.
• Old School: classic nearfield-style balance.
• Cube: mid-focused reference for balance and vocal decisions.

Precision Cabinet and Mechanical Design

The MicroMain26 enclosure is built for acoustic stability and long-term reliability. A machined aluminum front baffle is inset into a heavily braced MDF cabinet with rounded edges to minimize diffraction. Included pedestal legs allow the monitor to be positioned horizontally or vertically while maintaining proper clearance for the down-firing subwoofer configuration.

• Sealed cabinet with 32-liter internal volume.
• Machined aluminum front baffle.
• Pedestal legs included for flexible placement.
• Textured black polyester finish.

Key Features

• 4-way active monitoring with six dedicated drivers.
• Dedicated aluminum cone midrange for exceptional detail.
• Dual-Force low-frequency design for vibration-free bass.
• Advanced DSP crossover with proprietary filtering.
• MEME voice emulation for multiple reference perspectives.

Technical Specifications

• System Type: 4-way active studio monitor.
• Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 45 kHz (±3 dB); 40 Hz – 40 kHz (±1 dB).
• Bass Response: -3 dB @ 30 Hz (Q = 0.707), 12 dB/octave.
• Crossover Frequencies: 100 / 800 / 4000 Hz.
• Input Impedance: 50k ohms.
• Amplification: 180W tweeter, 250W midrange, 125W per midbass driver, 500W subwoofers.
• Power: 115 VAC / 230 VAC selectable.
• Power Consumption: idle 30W, maximum 650W.

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (Cabinet, H × W × D): 20.5 × 9.5 × 15.5 inches.
• Dimensions (Overall, H × W × D): 20.5 × 10.5 × 17.4 inches.
• Weight: 71 lbs per speaker.
• Shipping Weight: 83 lbs per speaker.