8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor Dark Grey

Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor Dark Grey is a compact two-way active nearfield monitor for music production, editing, broadcast and location recording. Its 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and 19 mm (¾-inch) tweeter each have a dedicated 50 W Class D amplifier. The cabinet is just 151 mm wide, leaving room for a display or controller on a small workstation. A balanced analogue XLR input connects to an audio interface or monitor controller, while Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) lets you calibrate the system for your listening position with the separately available GLM Calibration Kit. The Dark Grey version, model 8320AP, is supplied as a single monitor.

Key features

• Compact two-way active nearfield studio monitor in Dark Grey
• 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and 19 mm (¾-inch) tweeter
• Separate 50 W Class D amplifiers for bass and treble
• 55 Hz–23 kHz frequency response at −6 dB
• 100 dB short-term maximum SPL under Genelec’s test conditions
• Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™) for controlled sound dispersion
• Die-cast aluminium bass-reflex enclosure
• Balanced analogue XLR input
• Smart Active Monitoring (SAM™) with GLM room calibration and system control
• Two RJ45 ports for the GLM control network
• Iso-Pod™ stand for tilt adjustment and isolation from the supporting surface

Overview

Included Content

• 1 × Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor, Dark Grey (8320AP), with Iso-Pod™ stand
• 1 × 1.8 m mains cable
• 1 × 5 m RJ45 GLM network cable
• Operating manual

Creative Tools

• Build a compact stereo setup with two 8320A monitors. Place them symmetrically around your display to judge vocal placement, instrument panning and stereo effects at close listening distances.
• Measure the system with GLM AutoCal™ and the separately available calibration kit. Use the measurements to adjust frequency response, relative playback levels and timing for your listening position.
• Use the Iso-Pod™ stand to angle the monitor towards your ears when it sits below ear height. The stand also helps reduce vibration transfer to a desk or console.
• Connect the monitor to a compatible interface, mixer or monitor controller through its balanced analogue XLR input. Use the RJ45 ports to link the monitor to the separate GLM control network.
• Pair the monitors with a compatible SAM™ subwoofer, such as the Genelec 7350A, when you need to hear more of the lowest octave. This is useful for checking deep synth bass, kick drum decay and low-frequency effects.
• Use multiple compatible SAM™ monitors for surround or immersive monitoring. GLM helps align speakers when a screen, console or room layout prevents equal placement around the listening position.
• Take a familiar monitoring reference to a location recording or temporary editing room. The compact cabinets are practical to transport, and GLM lets you calibrate the system for the new listening position.

Ideal For

• Home and project studios with limited desk space
• Music producers and nearfield mix engineers
• Dialogue, podcast and video editors
• Mobile recording and broadcast workstations
• Compact stereo systems using two 8320A monitors
• Surround and immersive setups using Genelec SAM™ monitors