Genelec Speakers

I noticed most people haven't said much about Genelec Speakers so I thought I would throw my two cents in. Other Genelec owners feel free to share your experiances!

I have a pair of 8240A Genelec DSP Active Monitors. They have AES input and AES Thru as well as Analog Inputs. What I like about these is that my system can grow with the needs I have in the future. I can link up to and Digitally analyze up to twenty five 8200 series and five 7200 Series Genelec Subwoofers. I can eq the speaker at the driver and set the delays. The speakers allow for me to use the system standalone without a computer hookup after the speakers are calibrated. I also can set up for 3 sweet spots in my room as well. In a well treated room these speakers would amaze even the most jaded listener. I Like the fact that I can use these connected directly to a high quality CD player Via AES/EBU or analog balanced out put as well. I also use the GLM software to setup my system anytime I need to change the overall layout of my room as my thoughts change

[Sonnie]

Hi Peter and welcome to the Shack!

What do these speakers look like and what do they usually cost?

Sonny I included MSRP cost. I will say the speakers are totally worth it! The cost is per speaker as well.

These are the specs on my model 8240A
Free field frequency response of system (± 1.0 dB): 48 Hz - 20 kHz
Bass Driver: 6 1/2"
Tweeter: 3/4"
Both metal dome drivers are magnetically shielded
Bass Roll-Off control operating range in 2 dB steps: 0 to -6 dB @ 45 Hz
Bass Tilt control operating range in 2 dB steps: 0 to -6 dB & MUTE @ 100Hz
Digital audio input connector: XLR female
Digital audio input impedance: 110 Ohm
Digital audio Thru output connector: XLR male
Digital audio Thru output impedance: 110 Ohm
Digital audio format: AES/EBU
Can also be used with S/P-DIF and AES3id signals when impedance converters are used
Digital audio word length: 16 bits, maximum 24 bits.
Digital audio sample rate: 32 kHz, maximum 192 kHz
AD conversion dynamic range: 122 dB












The retail price I just checked on Sweetwater's Website is $1,699.00 for the 8240A model

there is an 8250 model as well and sweetwater lists retail MSRP is $2,595.00 per speaker.

The subwoofers that Genelec sells that are also capable of being eq ed and controlled like the speakers. They start at $4,050.00 MSRP from what i see on sweetwater for the 7270A which features a single 12-inch proprietary driver with a 250 Watt power amplifier, frequency response of 19 Hz - 100 Hz (± 3 dB), and ability to deliver SPLs of 117 dB @ 1 meter.



The larger 7271 sub has the following specs and costs $5,595.00 MSRP

The 7271A features dual 12-inch proprietary drivers with a 250 Watt power amplifier, frequency response of 19 Hz - 100 Hz (± 3 dB), and ability to deliver SPLs of 123 dB @ 1 meter.

Free field frequency response of system (± 3.0 dB): 19 Hz - 100 Hz
250W
Driver: Dual 12" Drivers
Drivers are magnetically shielded
Bass Roll-Off control operating range in 2 dB steps: 0 to -6 dB @ 35 Hz
Bass Tilt control operating range in 2 dB steps: 0 to -6 dB & MUTE @ 100Hz
Digital audio input connector: 4 XLR female
Digital audio input impedance: 110 Ohm
Digital audio output connector: 4 XLR male
Digital audio output impedance: 110 Ohm
Digital audio format: AES/EBU
Can also be used with S/P-DIF and AES3id signals when impedance converters are used
Digital audio word length: 16 bits, maximum 24 bits.
Digital audio sample rate: 32 kHz, maximum 192 kHz

Sonny here is the Data sheet on the DSP as well. DSP Brochure

I will also add my 8240's weigh almost 21 lbs a piece!!!

[JCD]

I've heard good things about Genelec active monitors -- just goes to show what an active crossover with their corresponding separate amps can do. I've often recommended Mackie's (since I've actually heard them) for that very reason.

JCD

JCD the JBL LSR 6300 series and 4300 series are a good thing as well. But the Genelecs are so dense and have no resonance which is why i like them

[Ricci]

Genelec does make some very nice equipment that sounds very neutral and dynamic. I've heard a lot of their stuff in various studio's. Man is it pricey though! That said if I was looking for some higher end speakers $3K+ I'd consider some of their active monitors. I'd say their biggest weakness is the homely look of most of their gear. You'll get no rose-nut or other veneers from them!

Almost all of their stuff is Active. I look at people spending 2k per speaker pair then they have to buy a amp and pre/pro or AV receiver. What is nice about them though is if you really want something other than the Black of their pro line or the 6020A white Gennies I am sure they might consider a special requests or suggestions. That being said their speakers are die cast solid aluminum housing so it wouldn't be a chore to take to an automotive paint shop and have them painted if you were really dead set on them. It might not be easily apparent but they almost have a glitter appearance to their speakers when you see them in person. I just wish it came in a high gloss black.

I might add that with the Active speakers less chance of driving them too hard if you set them up right. Just set a reference level up and just put a ceiling to the whole system