Genelec brings power and RAW design to the B26 workspace

A multi-zone distributed system based on 42 installation speakers 4040 y 20 compact 4020 for smaller areas. There is also a pair of 8050B studio equipment for the projector screen located in the main meeting space.

Collaboration is a new concept that is finding its market as an alternative to traditional offices. B26 a Västerås (Sweden) It is the city's first coworking facility. Offers 5.000 square meters of luxurious space on seven floors for companies to work, do business, meet and create together.

B26 turned to Swedish AV integration specialists, JML System, to design AV systems for the entire building. Specified new series installation speakers 4000 with RAW finish Genelec as the ideal solution for this environment.

“We needed to think as much about design and function as we did about cutting-edge technology. How B26 offers a very new concept, He wanted assurances that we would not only provide him with the best of what is available today, in a style adapted to the industrial aspect of the building, but it would also stand the test of time. Visually, RAW models with their natural aluminum housings fit into the old factory environment with its exposed bricks and ductwork. The fact that they are environmentally friendly was also a big plus for B26., since part of its philosophy is to actively reduce its environmental impact”, explains Johnny Franzén from JML-System.

Genelec RAW models require no painting and the speaker boxes are made from recycled aluminum. This option takes advantage of the natural beauty of the material to give a finish of unique nuances to each speaker.. All RAW models feature the minimal diffraction box design (MDE) de Genelec, whose curved shape offers a very flat frequency response, precise imaging and optimal acoustic performance.

Apart from aesthetics, A high-quality audio system was required that operated at low levels during the day but could be activated after work hours to create a party atmosphere without loss of quality..

JML-System specified a multi-zone distributed system based on 42 speaker installation 4040 – the largest in the series 4000 – y 20 of the compact models 4020 for smaller areas. There's also a pair of 8050B nearfield studio speakers, offering cinema-quality audio for the drop-down projector screen in the main open-plan meeting and social space, incorporating a cleverly designed raked seating area.

“We opt for the 4040 in the largest areas, since they are powerful enough and develop enough low end without having to complement them with subwoofers”, Franzén clarifies. “This saved on cost, space and kept us from having to worry about uneven levels or low-end hot spots. He 4040 It has enough space to be used at quite high levels and generate a real 'club' atmosphere.’ after work. Los 4020 They are perfect for smaller spaces”.

In addition to audio quality, Another important consideration was the fact that the series speakers 4000 are active. “This was important to us as it makes installation much simpler.”, Franzén points out. “We don't have to worry about extra wiring or finding space for amplifiers. Everything you need is already in the box, and Genelec has a wide range of mounting accessories that perfectly fit most situations”.

In keeping with the modern industrial feel of the B26 facilities, All speaker cables are encased in shiny metallic tubing that blends with the RAW recycled aluminum finish of the speakers..

“From an audio point of view, We know we can count on Genelec to offer the highest quality, and this is the case of B26. In collaboration with our subcontractor One4All, We've delivered a flexible, easy-to-use system that sounds great at both low and high levels., no hot spots or dead zones. However, I think the real advantage of this installation was the RAW finish”, Franzén finishes.