Genelec expands its The Main Ones range with a three-way model

The SAM 8380A monitor offers a highly linear woofer of 380 mm and a coaxial mid-treble driver that incorporates the technology Genelec MDC (Minimum Diffraction Coaxial). Offers high dynamics, a spacious headroom, high SPL capacity and very low internal noise.

Genelec has expanded its line of monitors The Main Ones with the three-way model SAM 8380A which joins the previously presented 8381A. Designed to reproduce sound neutrally and generate an accurate image, is a suitable choice for applications where a high sound pressure level is required in medium-sized spaces, including professional recording studios, mixing and mastering.

With a highly linear woofer 380 mm and a coaxial mid-high driver with Genelec MDC technology (Minimum Diffraction Coaxial), the 8380A offers high dynamics, a spacious headroom, high SPL capacity and very low internal noise.

With precise reproduction, aligned in time, and an optimal directivity control, Its power is equal to its precision. Stable image and phase coherence, allow prolonged listening without auditory fatigue, and even at short listening distances. 8380A users can consistently experience clarity without coloration, allowing them to trust every detail at any playback level.

The 8380A case incorporates two highly linear front reflex ports that produce a low frequency reproduction (LF) sharp, even at the highest levels, allowing for traditional ceiling installation.

The waveguide with directivity control (DCW) de Genelec, brand that distributes Audio-Technica, houses the MDC coaxial midrange and tweeter, which contributes to pure audio, both inside and outside the axis. The time domain performance of the 8380A is also of note, with low system latency and optimal phase synchronization with other monitors in the series 8300, The Ones y The Main Ones, allowing SAM models to be freely combined within the same system.

The innovation of this new model also reaches the RAM-L2 integrated amplification module, whose ventilation design with zero noise, incorporates independent Class D amplifiers of 500W and 250W for bass and midrange respectively, and a 200W Class AB amplifier for the treble.

As part of Genelec's commitment to sustainable design, The 8380A offers minimal idle consumption, and a smart signal manager (ISS) for greater energy savings.

Regarding the technical specifications, its frequency response stands out. 29 Hz a 43 kHz, a maximum short-term SPL of 122 dB and a self-generated noise that drops to 0 dB SPL.

The 8380A is designed with the same physical dimensions as Genelec three-way monitors. 1038 and the most modern SAM version 1238, making it a perfect upgrade for users of these midfield models.

As part of the SAM family, The 8380A's built-in digital processor integrates with GLM software, that allows measuring, calibrate, configure and control any Genelec SAM system.

The GLM analyzes and minimizes the acoustic impact of the room on listening, allowing the user to create mixes that play perfectly on other systems, either in stereo format, multichannel or immersive. GLM also includes the innovative Grade room report, that provides the user with a complete analysis of their room and the performance of their monitoring system, providing specific observations and advice for possible acoustic improvements. This helps users and studio designers improve acoustic treatment and adjust listening and monitor positions., as well as optimize bass management.