iLoud MTM + Sub vs. Genelec 8040B

[weswes]

Hi,

My desk setup consists of the iLoud MTM’s with a Focal Sub One subwoofer. I really enjoy the sound of the MTMs, especially paired with the sub, but they’re definitely not suitable for mid-field to far-field listening as expected.

I have been interested in Genelecs for a while now and never owned a pair. I’ve been looking at a second-hand pair of 8040s and am willing to sell my current setup as I don’t necessarily need the sub, and the neighbor has been complaining lately.

However, I really enjoy the mid-forward sounding iLouds and its expansive soundstage, and wondered if the Genelecs can offer me the same enjoyment I get from my current speakers, and if they are suitable for mid-field/far-field listening, let’s say at a 3 to 4 meter distance. Any insight is greatly appreciated, thank you!

 

[bachatero]

However, I really enjoy the mid-forward sounding iLouds and its expansive soundstage, and wondered if the Genelecs can offer me the same enjoyment I get from my current speakers, and if they are suitable for mid-field/far-field listening, let’s say at a 3 to 4 meter distance. Any insight is greatly appreciated, thank you!

Mid-forward sounding: Genelec speakers are generally flat, so they likely won't be mid-forward. However, you don't actually want that if you're looking for accuracy, but that's up to you.
Soundstage: Audio soundstage mainly depends on whether the soundwaves touch your ear's pinna or not, so all speakers will deliver a great soundstage compared to something like headphones.

Final thoughts: I think you'd love the Genelecs. What's the reason you want the 8040s over something like the Neumann KH150s?

Hope this helps!

 

[weswes]

Mid-forward sounding: Genelec speakers are generally flat, so they likely won't be mid-forward. However, you don't actually want that if you're looking for accuracy, but that's up to you.
Soundstage: Audio soundstage mainly depends on whether the soundwaves touch your ear's pinna or not, so all speakers will deliver a great soundstage compared to something like headphones.

Final thoughts: I think you'd love the Genelecs. What's the reason you want the 8040s over something like the Neumann KH150s?

Hope this helps!

I've had the Focal Alpha 65 Evo's before, and while they sounded good and flat, I found the midrange a bit recessed making vocals and such 'less lively' if that's the correct word to explain it? That's what I love about the iLouds. Also there's a lot of depth in the sound as well, which the Evo's didn't have as much.
If the Genelecs can offer somewhat the same sound signature, but in mid- to far-field as well, then I would be a happy man.

The Neumann KH150 is way out of my budget unfortunately. Would be more than happy to try them out, but unfortunately can't dig that far into my wallet.