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Replacement for 1029a

paulreso1, modified 10 Years ago.

Replacement for 1029a

Youngling Posts: 3 Join Date: 3/24/13 Recent Posts
Hi,
a new member posting....
I have had 1029a's in my home studio for 8 years & have got on well with them. I use these with Apogee Duet (1) and iMac. I am investing in a better Audio Interface and wanted to upgrade my monitors too. I need to keep the size small, but wanted to change to something a little smoother sounding that the 1029As - I don't want to use a sub, as I am in a semi-detached house and don't want to annoy the neighbours too much!

What would you suggest? My preference is to remain with small active monitors?

thanks in advance
Paul
digipete, modified 10 Years ago.

Move!

Padawan Posts: 99 Join Date: 6/18/11 Recent Posts
. . . or sound proof the shared wall!

Get yourself:

A set of 8260's, or
A set of 8240 + a 7260

And be in bliss!
ilkka-rissanen, modified 10 Years ago.

Re: Replacement for 1029a

Yoda Posts: 2564 Join Date: 3/23/09 Recent Posts
Hi Paul,

Since you are at Genelec forum, I would naturally recommend our 8030A monitor which is the direct replacement for the 1029A. :)

http://www.genelec.com/products/8030a/
paulreso1, modified 10 Years ago.

Re: Replacement for 1029a

Youngling Posts: 3 Join Date: 3/24/13 Recent Posts
Dear all,
Thanks for your replies. I want to confirm that the 80X0 series is a smoother sound than the 1029a sound ( which can be quite bright)?

Thanks
Paul
ilkka-rissanen, modified 10 Years ago.

Re: Replacement for 1029a

Yoda Posts: 2564 Join Date: 3/23/09 Recent Posts
Hi Paul,

Yes I can confirm that but of course you should have a demo first at your local dealer.
paulreso1, modified 10 Years ago.

Re: Replacement for 1029a

Youngling Posts: 3 Join Date: 3/24/13 Recent Posts
Hi, the 1029 s are front ported, so they are ok near to a wall, I think 80X0 series are rear ported....does this pose any issues with placement near a wall?
ilkka-rissanen, modified 10 Years ago.

Re: Replacement for 1029a

Yoda Posts: 2564 Join Date: 3/23/09 Recent Posts
Hi, the 1029 s are front ported, so they are ok near to a wall, I think 80X0 series are rear ported....does this pose any issues with placement near a wall?

Hi,

Our recommendation is to leave at least 5 cm distance between the wall and the port opening. So typically it won't pose any issues.