Genelec 8331 AP
Hardware specifications of Genelec
- Equipped with: Two oval woofers 5.13″ x 2.13″, 3.5″ and 3/4″ coax-midrange-tweeters
- Amplifier: 72 Watts Class-D bass, 36 Watts Class-D midrange, 36 Watts Class-D tweeter
- Integrated DSP
- Frequency range: 45 – 37000 Hz (-6 dB)
- Linear frequency range: 58 – 20000 Hz (+/- 1.5 dB)
- Maximum level: 110 dB (1 m)
- Analogue/digital XLR input AES/EBU
- Digital XLR output AES/EBU
- 2x Network connections
- Aluminium housing
- SAM (Smart Active Monitor) DSP system for automatic frequency calibration to adapt the monitor to existing acoustic room conditions via optional Genelec GLM Kit calibration system or Genelec 9320 Reference Monitor Controller (not included, Art. 357055 and 576655)
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 305 x 189 x 212 mm
- Weight: 6.7 kg
- Colour: Anthracite
- Includes Iso-Pod, power supply cable and 5 m RJ45 cable
- Price per unit
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Customer Review Summary
The Genelec 8331 AP monitors are truly exceptional, delivering remarkable sound quality for their compact size. After nearly two months of daily use, I can confidently say they have transformed my mixing and listening experience. The calibration with the GLM Kit is essential, as it drastically improves the performance, allowing these speakers to adapt perfectly to my room’s acoustics. The sound is incredibly detailed and precise, with an impressive stereo image and a surprisingly good low-end response for such small monitors.
I previously used larger models, but the 8331s surpass them in clarity and richness, even in a less-than-ideal acoustic environment. The build quality is top-notch, and they produce virtually no self-noise, making them ideal for both mixing and casual listening. Despite their size, they provide a substantial bass response, sufficient for most applications, although a subwoofer can enhance the experience further.
It’s worth noting that they are energy-efficient, drawing significantly less power than some larger models while still delivering an outstanding performance. Overall, these monitors are a fantastic investment for anyone serious about audio quality, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others looking to upgrade their setup.
In summary, the Genelec 8331 AP monitors represent a pinnacle of compact audio engineering, perfect for small spaces and high-quality sound reproduction.
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