These Barefoot Sound MM27 GEN 1 had the amps serviced by the Barefoot Factory in early 2024. We have fully tested them and offer with a money back guarantee. We do have the original boxes for shipping, however the Sound Anchors stands do not have boxes which would make shipping a little challenging. If you want them, we will help sort it out.
The Barefoot Sound MicroMain27 (MM27) Gen 1 is a highly respected and versatile active nearfield/midfield monitor, popular among top music producers, engineers, and mastering studios. Known for its remarkable transparency, accurate imaging, and full-range performance, the MM27 Gen 1 has been widely regarded as one of the best studio monitors available when it was released.
Key Features of the Barefoot MM27 Gen 1:
- Driver Configuration:
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- High Frequencies: 1-inch (25mm) ring radiator tweeter.
- Midrange: 5.25-inch (133mm) aluminum cone midrange driver.
- Low Frequencies: Two 10-inch (254mm) subwoofers placed in a force-canceling arrangement to minimize cabinet vibrations.
- Frequency Response:
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- Wide and flat response from 30Hz to 45kHz. This ensures accurate reproduction across the entire audio spectrum, from deep bass to the highest treble.
- Amplification:
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- Fully active, with built-in Class D and A/B amplifiers optimized for each driver.
- Total power is approximately 1,150W, distributed as:
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- 500W for each woofer (1,000W total),
- 250W for the midrange,
- 180W for the tweeter.
- Cabinet Design:
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- A highly durable, sturdy cabinet with an iconic aluminum front baffle.
- The dual-subwoofer configuration helps create deep bass without causing cabinet vibration, resulting in more accurate bass reproduction.
- Sound Tuning:
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- Known for its linearity and neutrality, making it suitable for a wide range of music genres.
- The MM27 has a broad sweet spot and delivers detailed, three-dimensional imaging, making it great for both nearfield and midfield monitoring.
- Design Philosophy:
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- Designed by Thomas Barefoot, the MM27 was intended to replace the need for separate monitors, subwoofers, and even alternative reference speakers. Its full-range capabilities allow engineers to work with both fine detail and large-scale dynamics.
- Applications:
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- Primarily used for mixing, mastering, and production in high-end studios, the MM27 provides highly accurate, uncolored sound, which is crucial for professional audio work.
- Legacy:
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- Although newer versions (like the MM27 Gen 2 and the updated MicroMain45) have been released, the Gen 1 model remains a highly respected monitor among audio professionals who value its transparency and full-range performance.
