GENELEC 8030AW COMPACT 2WAY ACTIVE NEARFIELD MONITOR

GENELEC ACTIVE LOUDSPEAKERS

Since its founding in 1978, the Finnish company Genelec has been known for its range of active monitor loudspeakers, featuring matched electronic-crossovers and individual amplifiers for each driver. Found in broadcast, recording and mastering studios worldwide, Genelec offer a range of monitors for all applications. The most popular types are detailed here, all other models are available to special order. Full brochures available on request.

A bi-amplified, two-way speaker suitable for a variety of applications where high-quality sound is needed in a compact space, from near-field and project studio monitoring to surround-sound, high-end installations and multimedia systems. This, the smallest speaker in the Genelec range features features magnetic shielding, aluminium cabinet, active crossover and 2 x 20W amplifiers. The amplifier section features switches for treble tilt, bass roll-off and bass tilt, and has a male XLR input and a female XLR output. It can also be used to feed a subwoofer (7050B recommended) or a further chain of up to 6 x 8020A units in total, with the lead control affecting level of the whole chain. Front-panel mains indicator LED and volume control are neatly styled, with rear IEC power input. The speaker has three methods of mounting: 3 mounting points on the back of the monitor for attaching the supplied IsoPod desktop stand, which allows vertical and horizontal positioning and can be fixed to the optional floor stand using the optional stand plate, threaded holes on the back for Omnimount size 20.5 brackets or the supplied keyhole wall-mount adapter and a three eighths of an inch thread on the base for microphone-stand mounting. Accessories available are a floor stand (speaker vertical or horizontal using IsoPod), stand plate (necessary for use with floor stand) and soft carrying bag for one pair of 8020Aʼs.

A two-way speaker suitable for a variety of applications where high-quality sound is needed in a compact space, from near-field and project studio monitoring to surround-sound, high-end installations and multimedia systems. This features magnetic shielding, aluminium cabinet, active crossover and 2 x 40W amplifiers. The amplifier section features switches for treble tilt, bass roll-off and bass tilt, and has a male XLR input and a female XLR output. It can also be used to feed a subwoofer (7050B recommended) or a further chain of up to 6 x 8030A units in total, with the lead control affecting level of the whole chain. Front-panel mains switch, mains indicator LED and volume control are neatly styled, with rear IEC power input. The speaker has three methods of mounting: 3 mounting points on the back of the monitor for attaching the supplied IsoPod desktop stand, which allows vertical and horizontal positioning and can be fixed to the optional floor stand using the optional stand plate, threaded holes on the back for Omnimount size 20.5 brackets and a three eighths of an inch thread for microphone-stand mounting. Accessories available are a floor stand (speaker vertical or horizontal using IsoPod), stand plate (necessary for use with floor stand) and soft carrying bag for one pair of 8030Aʼs.

A bi-amplified two-way system for main and surround monitoring in small control rooms, OB vehicles and mastering suites. The hard-wearing, aluminium cabinet houses an active crossover, 2 x 90W amplifiers with overload protection, a metal-dome HF driver and polymer bass-driver, both magnetically shielded, and front-panel mains indicator LED. The crossover includes adjustable sensitivity and calibrated "tilt” switches for bass and treble adjustment. XLR balanced input and IEC mains input. The speaker has three methods of mounting: 3 mounting points on the back of the monitor for attaching the supplied IsoPod desktop stand, which allows vertical and horizontal positioning and can be fixed to the optional floor stand using the optional stand plate, threaded holes on the back for Omnimount size 30.0 brackets and a M10 x 10mm thread for securing the unit to the base. Accessories available are a floor stand (speaker vertical or horizontal using IsoPod), stand plate (necessary for use with floor stand) and soft carrying bag for one pair of 8040Aʼs.

A bi-amplified two-way system for main and surround monitoring in medium-sized control rooms and mastering suites. The hard-wearing, aluminium cabinet houses an active crossover, two amplifiers with overload and thermal protection, a metal-dome HF driver and polymer bass-driver, both magnetically shielded, and front-panel mains indicator LED. The crossover includes adjustable sensitivity and calibrated "tilt” switches for bass and treble adjustment. XLR balanced input and IEC mains input. The speaker has three methods of mounting: 3 mounting points on the back of the monitor for attaching the supplied IsoPod desktop stand, which allows vertical and horizontal positioning and can be fixed to the optional floor stand using the optional stand plate, threaded holes on the back for Omnimount size 60.0 brackets and a M10 x 10mm thread for securing the unit to the base. Accessories available are a floor stand (speaker vertical or horizontal using IsoPod), stand plate (necessary for use with floor stand) and soft carrying bag for one 8050A.

Although the same floor stand applies to all 8000 series models of Genelec speakers, each model uses a unique stand plate to allow connection to the stand. Please ensure the correct stand plate is ordered for your model of 8020A, 8030A, 8040A or 8050A speaker.

DM-2100: 2.1-ch Speaker System Features The DM-2100 2.1-ch Speaker System is an affordable way to add accurate reference monitoring with a subwoofer for enhanced bass response. The left and right speakers each offer 15 watts of power, while the 50-watt subwoofer provides a powerful low-end boost. And with 24-bit/96kHz digital inputs, the DM-2100 is perfect for use with Roland/BOSS digital studios and instruments, or with computer systems and more.

• Affordable 2.1-channel monitoring system with 24-bit/96kHz digital inputs
• Powered bass reflex speakers with 15 watts per side and flat frequency response
• Active subwoofer with 50-watt amplifier for increased low end
• Front-mounted controls convenient located on right speaker
• Coaxial and optical digital inputs, plus analog inputs (RCA and 1/4-inch type)
• Sleek black wooden cabinets with magnetic shielding

    * Active studio monitors with USB audio interface
    * 4.25-inch magnetically shielded, inverted cone, copolymer woofer
    * 1-inch silk dome high frequency driver
    * 2 x 20 watts of internal stereo power
    * Two combination mic and instrument/line inputs
    * Two 1/8-inch stereo headphone outputs with level controls
    * Includes Cakewalk® Sonar LE music production software
    * Mic and instrument/line gain control with clip LED
    * 16-bit 44.1kHz/48kHz
    * Stereo RCA and 1/8-inch aux inputs
    * 2-position switch for no-latency direct stereo and mono monitoring
    * Mix control to balance computer and audio sources
    * USB and speaker cable included

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S3X-V

Using the newly developed 4” HexaCone midrange and 9” HexaCone woofer combined together with the X-ART tweeter creates the unique S3X-V control monitor.

A step up over the smaller models, the S3X-V is capable of producing more power and volume along with a more detailed and homogeneous sound that will impress even the most experienced sound engineer. Whether the complex sonic images of an orchestra or the smooth tone of a jazz trio, the S3X-V reveals even the finest nuances of any material. The driver assembly of the S3X-V allows long time, non-fatiguing listening sessions.

Reviews: "Wonderfully detailed...”

“Wonderfully detailed, with an exceptionally transparent mid-range. [...] ADAM make the leap to a three-way speaker design that seems to pay dividends in clarity and separation. [...] I think it would be fair to say theyʽre the best sounding ADAM monitors Iʽve reviewed.” (Sound On Sound, 12/2009)

“No doubt, the S3X-V deserve the title Reference Monitor. With this series, ADAM Audio proves to have a very good feeling for meeting the specific demands of the sound engineerʽs guild, creating studio standards at the same time. [...] A precision tool combined with a luxury good.” (www.96kHz.de, 03/2010)

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S1X

The S1X nearfield monitor delivers high quality sound in a very small cabinet. The S1X has all the critical features of the new SX-Series: the X-ART tweeter in combination with the ADAM designed class A/B amplifier and the HexaCone woofer with optimized magnet/voice-coil systems, driven by premium PWM amplifiers.

The smallest reference speaker

The combined features of crystal clear resolution, tight and precise low-frequency reproduction and the effortless musical reproduction sets this speaker apart from all conventional designs.

The S1X is the first choice in all environments that require high quality within a small space, whether it is a smaller studio, an OB vehicle, or a 5.1 installation.

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The smallest big sound ever...

With the A3X, ADAM Audio present their smallest monitor to date, making it perfectly suited for all environments where space is limited but sound shouldnʼt be constricted. The A3X combines a tiny footprint with the much acclaimed ADAM sound quality by using the X-ART tweeter for the higher frequencies, a guarantee for crystal clear music reproduction.

A 4.5” (basket) driver handles the lower registers. The diaphragm is made from carbon fiber, a material that is very light but very stiff and therefore capable of delivering colouring-free sound. Two built-in 25 Watt amplifiers powers each of the drivers directly.

Stereolink

A very handy and exclusive technology found in the two smaller AX monitors is the Stereolink. This is accomplished by a pair of additional RCA connections that allow for a bypass of the second stereo channel to the other speaker.

This new technology connects two A3X speakers in such a manner as to allow the user the option to control the overall stereo volume of the system from either speakerʼs gain control. This makes the A3X a natural for "mixer-less” desktop applications where overall system volume needs to be adjusted easily.

Controls and Connectors

The front of the A3X sports dual ports for surprisingly low frequency response down to 60Hz. The front panel also has power and gain controls. The rear panel includes a tweeter gain control as well as balanced (XLR) jacks and unbalanced (RCA) jacks, allowing for greater connection flexibility. There are also two M6 (6 mm) metric screw threads for stand/wall mounting.

Review: "Highly recommended“

"Iʼve used various monitors for my computer work before, but never of the caliber of the A3X series. Before these, I would have to redo my mixes significantly when transitioning from the small cheapies to the big 'real ones'. The ADAM Audio A3Xʼs save me a step by providing both great sound in a compact format and by changing mundane audio task-work into a quality listening experience. If you use good monitors from the outset, youʼll learn your music that much faster so that when it comes time for mixdown and mastering on your big boxes, youʼll already be acclimated to your songʼs subtler sonic aspects—aspects revealed only by the A3Xʼs with their sweet, smooth top end, and impressive handling of bass frequencies. Highly recommended.“
(Jon Chappell, Harmony Central, 03/10)

Review: "...one of the best compact monitors“

"ADAM´s A3X as the smallest monitor with a X-ART tweeter to date has convinced us in every respect. It´s one of the best compact monitors we have ever reviewed and with its almost shameless low price it´s worth every penny. (Professional Audio, 05/10)