Barefoot Sound MiniMain12 4-Way Active Monitor with Integral Subwoofers

The Barefoot Sound MiniMain12 is a true full-range reference monitor designed to deliver main-monitor authority from a compact, sealed enclosure. Built for engineers who demand absolute accuracy, massive headroom, and uncompromising translation, the MiniMain12 bridges the gap between nearfields and large-format mains—without sacrificing coherence or detail at any listening distance.

Full-Range 4-Way Performance

At its core, the MiniMain12 is a 4-way active system featuring seven drivers housed in precision-engineered sealed enclosures. From thunderous sub-bass down to 20 Hz through extended highs reaching well beyond the audible spectrum, the MiniMain12 delivers breathtaking dynamic range, ultra-fast transient response, and vanishingly low distortion.

• 4-way active studio monitor with integral subwoofers.
• 2,000 watts of total amplification per monitor.
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 50 kHz.
• Sealed cabinet design for tight, controlled low end.

Dual-Force Low-End Authority

Low frequencies are handled by opposing 12-inch aluminum cone subwoofers utilizing Barefoot’s Dual-Force architecture. By mechanically coupling the subwoofer motors, cabinet vibration is cancelled before it can begin, allowing the MiniMain12 to produce deep, authoritative bass with exceptional clarity and zero overhang. The result is accurate low-end translation that remains consistent at both nearfield and farfield listening distances.

• Dual 12-inch aluminum cone subwoofers.
• Dual-Force vibration cancellation.
• Clean, controlled bass down to 20 Hz.

Reference Clarity at Any Distance

Every driver in the MiniMain12 is built with an under-hung voice coil and advanced motor geometry, allowing extremely long linear excursion with minimal distortion. Aluminum cone midranges and woofers operate as near-perfect pistons well beyond their intended bandwidths, while the ring radiator tweeter delivers exceptional detail with wide, consistent dispersion. This cohesive design produces a seamless wavefront that remains accurate even at very close listening distances—while still delivering SPLs expected from large-format mains.

High-Headroom Amplification & DSP Integration

Amplification is handled by ultra-transparent Class D modules developed in collaboration with Hypex, paired with a meticulously tuned DSP crossover. This combination ensures precise driver integration, exceptional phase coherence, and effortless dynamics, allowing the MiniMain12 to remain composed under demanding sessions.

MEME Voice Emulation

The MiniMain12 also includes Barefoot’s MEME voice emulation, allowing engineers to audition mixes through multiple familiar reference perspectives from a single monitoring position. These voicings provide valuable insight into how mixes will translate across different playback systems, without cluttering the control room with additional speakers.

• Flat: full-resolution Barefoot reference.
• Hi-Fi: warmer, more polished playback perspective.
• Old School: mid-forward voicing inspired by classic nearfields.
• Cube: focused midrange reference for balance checks.

Designed for Professional Control Rooms

Whether used as a main monitor system in a high-end control room or as an ultra-accurate reference in a hybrid workflow, the MiniMain12 offers extraordinary flexibility. Its sealed design, immense headroom, and consistent imaging make it equally effective up close or across the room.

• Available with or without handles.
• Engineered for nearfield, midfield, and farfield use.
• Ideal for mixing, mastering, and immersive production.

Key Features

• 4-way active monitor with integral subwoofers.
• Dual-Force low-frequency architecture.
• MEME voice emulation for multiple reference perspectives.
• Exceptional transient response and ultra-low distortion.
• True full-range monitoring from a sealed enclosure.

Technical Specifications

• System Type: 4-way active studio monitor.
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 50 kHz (±3 dB); 28 Hz – 40 kHz (±1 dB).
• Bass Response: -3 dB @ 20 Hz (Q = 0.707), 12 dB/octave.
• Crossover Frequencies: 80 / 800 / 4000 Hz.
• Input Impedance: 50k ohms.
• Amplification: 250W tweeter, 250W midranges, 250W woofers, 1200W subwoofers.
• Power: 115 VAC / 230 VAC selectable.
• Power Consumption: idle 50W, maximum 1500W.

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 26.0 × 14.4 × 21.9 inches.
• Weight: 120 lbs each.
• Shipping Weight: 135 lbs each.