Genelec 1031A vs. ADAM P11-A

Sugarman · 29th November 2006

First, sorry for my bad english - I'm danish.... Hope you understand.
I have these two sets of monitors in my home studio for A/B testing and I'm having a really hard time deciding wich one should be the upgrade from my tiny Yamaha MSP5 monitors. The 1031A's are a used pair but looks new, perfect condition. As everyone knows some years ago they were very expensive and high end Genelec - before the 80XX series.
The ADAM P11-A's are a newer model based on newer technology, I guess, with the ribbon tweeters etc. But they are also one of the cheapest ADAMs you can get. Like a poor mans ADAMs for those who can't afford the S-series....
I can get the 1031A's for around 200$ less the price of the P11's, they are a lot bigger, goes deeper than the P11-A's and they are a standard in many great studios.
But on the other hand I must say I also REALLY like the ADAM's as it seems they are more revealing in the mids and NS10-like I think, and maybe would make me work harder. But they also sound more "doll" than the 1031A's and not as clear in the high frequencies. And they are alot smaller... And not a "classic".... Do you think they are in the same "league"? What do you guys think? It seems like alot hates Genelecs in here, but I'm really confused and can't decide between the two. The old dinosaur or the little newcomer - the old dinosaur being the cheapest... I like both in different ways. Any thougts or advice would be very helpful. Thanks
The music I record and mix is mostly alternative pop, indie, soul, folk/accoustic
I know there are many threads on this subject, but not specificly these two models. Don't get mad at me....

Sugarman · 30th November 2006

Anyone?

Andrew Kinsey · 2nd December 2006

Personally if it were my choice id be more inclined to go for the P11A's, i find them to have a more detailed sound particularly in the hi-mid's, they are a very revealing monitor, easily one of the best nearfield's in their price range.

BTW..the reason u think the Adams might sound dull compared to the Genelecs is because Genelec monitors tend to make things sound more hifi and nicer to the ear. The Adam's on the other hand let you hear what is being played.

blueman · 2nd December 2006

Mix the same song in both sets of monitors (choose a song with a medium to high complication degree). One day in a set of them and another day in the other.

Keep the monitors you have got a better mix with.

29th November 2006	#1
Sugarman Gear addict Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Posts: 367 Thread Starter	Genelec 1031A vs. ADAM P11-A First, sorry for my bad english - I'm danish.... Hope you understand. I have these two sets of monitors in my home studio for A/B testing and I'm having a really hard time deciding wich one should be the upgrade from my tiny Yamaha MSP5 monitors. The 1031A's are a used pair but looks new, perfect condition. As everyone knows some years ago they were very expensive and high end Genelec - before the 80XX series. The ADAM P11-A's are a newer model based on newer technology, I guess, with the ribbon tweeters etc. But they are also one of the cheapest ADAMs you can get. Like a poor mans ADAMs for those who can't afford the S-series.... I can get the 1031A's for around 200$ less the price of the P11's, they are a lot bigger, goes deeper than the P11-A's and they are a standard in many great studios. But on the other hand I must say I also REALLY like the ADAM's as it seems they are more revealing in the mids and NS10-like I think, and maybe would make me work harder. But they also sound more "doll" than the 1031A's and not as clear in the high frequencies. And they are alot smaller... And not a "classic".... Do you think they are in the same "league"? What do you guys think? It seems like alot hates Genelecs in here, but I'm really confused and can't decide between the two. The old dinosaur or the little newcomer - the old dinosaur being the cheapest... I like both in different ways. Any thougts or advice would be very helpful. Thanks The music I record and mix is mostly alternative pop, indie, soul, folk/accoustic I know there are many threads on this subject, but not specificly these two models. Don't get mad at me....

2nd December 2006	#3
Andrew Kinsey Lives for gear Joined: Apr 2006 Location: London Posts: 743	Personally if it were my choice id be more inclined to go for the P11A's, i find them to have a more detailed sound particularly in the hi-mid's, they are a very revealing monitor, easily one of the best nearfield's in their price range. BTW..the reason u think the Adams might sound dull compared to the Genelecs is because Genelec monitors tend to make things sound more hifi and nicer to the ear. The Adam's on the other hand let you hear what is being played. __________________ Best Wishes, Andrew Kinsey High End Audio Equipment Specialists In the UK & Europe

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30th November 2006	#2
Sugarman Gear addict Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Posts: 367 Thread Starter	Anyone?

2nd December 2006	#4
blueman Gear maniac Joined: May 2005 Posts: 176	Mix the same song in both sets of monitors (choose a song with a medium to high complication degree). One day in a set of them and another day in the other. Keep the monitors you have got a better mix with.