Yes another one of those threads.
http://www.thomann.de/de/genelec_m040.htm
vs
http://www.thomann.de/de/focal_alpha_80.htm
Unfortunately where I live I cannot test either one of those as no one has them in stock around here.
What do you reckon?
The Genelecs are 6.5" and cost €400 more the pair... worth it?
The Focals on the other hand are 8" - thus go down low deeper (I like my bass!) - plus everyone seems to rave about Focals - and they are cheaper as well.
Direct experience anyone?
I'd go with the Focals.
But that's just because I'm not a fan of the Genelecs. Nothing wrong with them, just personal taste.
I've always found Gens a tad sterile-sounding.
I'd highly recommend Opals, but the OP has constrained me to a choice between two, so I'll say go Focal.
Sounds good... yes, budget wise even the Genelecs are a tad too much for what I want to pay for monitors. I would only shell out this much - if these were really really superior.
Plus, I'd also want those monitors for listening pleasure + KPA use. I will not mix or master on these
