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Barefoot Sound Footprint03 – Hear What They Hear®
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Barefoot Sound Footprint03 – Hear What They Hear®
When clarity becomes the priority, everything changes. The Barefoot Sound Footprint03 3-Way Active Studio Monitor has quickly established itself as one of the most respected monitors in its class across the pro audio world.
Praised by engineers on Gearspace and featured in respected publications like Sound On Sound and Tape Op, the Footprint03 is known for its clarity, speed, and low-end control. Designed for real-world rooms, it delivers translation, headroom, and mix confidence typically associated with much larger systems – without compromise.
“I didn’t realise how much detail I was missing until I mixed on the Footprint03s. My mixes translated better everywhere, with tighter low end, smoother mids, and fewer revisions. Bigger isn’t always better. Clarity is. I can’t think of another monitor in this price range that comes close.”
— Tape Op
“I’m incredibly pleased with the Footprint03. The low-end clarity is exceptional, and the transient response is superb. It’s easy to notice subtle EQ and compression adjustments. The depth and reverb tails are also much more discernible. I tested it alongside the Footprint01 in store, and while the 01 has a bigger sound with deeper low-end extension, the 03 is ideal for smaller rooms. Fantastic performance at this price point and hard to beat.”
— Gearspace
“With the Footprint03 Barefoot Sound have in some respects reinvented themselves as manufacturers of compact, affordable monitor speakers, and they’ve done so very successfully. This is a highly capable and competitive monitor that deserves to succeed.”
— Sound On Sound
A True 3-Way Design Built for Modern Studios
The Footprint03 is a tri-amplified 3-way active monitor delivering 260 watts of power per speaker. Its dedicated woofer, midrange, and tweeter configuration ensures each frequency band is reproduced with precision and authority.
With a 6.5″ aluminium cone woofer, 3.5″ aluminium cone midrange, and 1″ ring radiator tweeter, the Footprint03 achieves remarkable balance across the spectrum. The result? Tighter low end, smoother mids, and highly detailed highs that allow subtle EQ and compression changes to become instantly audible.
From stereo mix rooms to immersive setups like Dolby Atmos, this monitor is built to perform in professional production environments.
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A Bold New Ported Speaker Design
Breaking from Barefoot’s traditional sealed cabinet philosophy, the Footprint03 introduces a fast-transient ported design. This evolution extends low-frequency response down to 45 Hz while maintaining minimal self-noise and exceptional transient control.
All three aluminium drivers feature upgraded magnet and motor systems, providing greater output, reduced compression, and a more expansive soundstage. The low end remains controlled and articulate – even at higher monitoring levels – giving engineers confidence in bass decisions without guesswork.
Introducing SPOC – Spectrally Optimised Conversion
Debuting in the Footprint03, SPOC (Spectrally Optimised Conversion) represents a major advancement in monitor design.
By integrating an analog crossover section before the analog-to-digital conversion stage, high frequencies reach the converter without attenuation. This results in:
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Higher resolution
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Lower latency
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Greater clarity across the frequency spectrum
It’s a small design shift with a profound sonic impact – delivering enhanced detail and accuracy exactly where it matters most.
Advanced DSP & MEME™ Monitor Emulation
The Footprint03 includes Barefoot’s specially designed DSP platform with near-imperceptible latency. Every detail in your signal is processed with full dynamics and without unwanted distortion.
The DSP also powers Barefoot’s patented MEME™ (Multi-Emphasis Monitor Emulation) technology. At the flip of a switch, you can emulate classic nearfield monitors, mix cubes, and hi-fi speakers – allowing you to evaluate translation without leaving the mix position.
Instead of bouncing between rooms or playback systems, you can hear how your mix will perform in the real world instantly.
Built for Longevity and Flexible Studio Integration
Finished in Barefoot’s durable Footprint Grey polyester coating and stress-tested for long-term reliability, the Footprint03 is engineered for years of professional use.
Its compact footprint and integrated mounting points make it ideal for stereo rooms and multi-channel immersive environments alike. Whether you’re producing music, post-production audio, or immersive formats, the Footprint03 delivers consistency and confidence.
Why Engineers Are Choosing the Footprint03
Across professional communities and respected publications, one theme keeps emerging: translation.
Engineers report:
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Better low-end definition
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Greater transient clarity
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More audible depth and reverb tails
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Fewer mix revisions
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Improved translation across playback systems
In a competitive price bracket, the Footprint03 stands out not because it’s louder or bigger – but because it’s clearer.
When your decisions are more accurate, your workflow becomes more efficient.
👉 Check out the Barefoot Footprint03 today on our website! ⤵️
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🔊 And don’t forget to explore the entire Barefoot Sound range of stellar monitors. 👇
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Barefoot Footprint01 Gen2 – 8″ Dual Force 500W 3-Way Active Near-Field Monitors (Pair)
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Barefoot Footprint01 Gen2 – 8″ Dual Force 500W 3-Way Active Near-Field Monitors (Pair) (OPEN BOX)
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Barefoot Footprint02 Gen2 – 6.5″ Dual Force 200W 3-Way Active Near-Field Monitors (Pair)
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