Genelec Introduces 8030.LSE PowerPak Monitoring System

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Genelec is showing its next generation, comprehensive multi-channel monitoring system specifically designed for postproduction suites and recording studios with control rooms measuring up to 3000 cubic feet (H x W x D). The 8030.LSE PowerPak™ system is a perfectly tailored solution and simplifies the process of creating a new multi-channel monitoring system or upgrading an existing stereo monitoring environment to 5.1 surround.

The 8030.LSE PowerPak system consists of five Genelec 8030A two way, bi-amplified active monitors, the new Genelec 7060B LSE™ Series Active Subwoofer, and a Genelec Acousti/Tape™ frequency/wavelength measuring tape. In addition, a Genelec 8030.LSE PowerPak setup guide is included for accurate speaker placement, wiring, and fine-tuning. The suggested retail price for the complete system is $5400.00 US, with availability in Q2 2006.

At the heart of the system is Genelec's new 7060B LSE Active Subwoofer, which employs Genelec's proprietary Laminar Spiral Enclosure™ (LSE) technology. The LSE 7060B is a bass reflex cabinet made of a sheet metal rolled into a spiral shape and clamped between thick MDF side panels. This construction technique provides excellent laminar flow characteristics with minimal turbulence noise and enables optimal packing of a very long reflex tube into a small space.

Designed for professional monitoring environments, the LSE 7060B features a new specially designed 10-inch proprietary driver mounted within the bass reflex cabinet yielding a more powerful and precise bass monitoring tool for modern 6.1 or 5.1 channel surround sound or traditional stereo systems. With its 19 Hz (-3 dB) lower cut-off frequency, high sound pressure output capability and versatile bass management systems, it can be adapted to all low frequency monitoring situations.

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The 120 Watt power amplifier unit integrated into the cabinet contains active crossover filters, driver overload protection circuits and power amplifiers. The built-in bass management unit has six signal input and output channels (L/C/R Front and L/C/R Rear), summed signal output connectors and an LFE input equipped with a selectable 85/120 Hz lowpass filter and 0/+10 dB LFE sensitivity switch. The built-in bass management unit also splits the six main channel input signals into low and high frequency components, accurately dividing the input signal between the subwoofer and main speakers. The dedicated LFE In input connector enables easy set-up and accurate monitoring of the LFE channel in 5.1 and 6.1 digital surround sound systems.

The PowerPak system also includes five of Genelec's new 8030A two way, bi-amplified active monitors. The 8030A is part of Genelec's revolutionary 8000 MDE™ (Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™) Series, which takes a new approach to enclosure design, driver technology, and active electronics. In order to improve frequency and power responses, Genelec has designed a highly innovative enclosure, featuring rounded edges and gently curved front and sides. In addition to unsurpassed frequency response, the minimized cabinet edge diffraction provides superb imaging qualities. The 8030A utilizes an entirely aluminum MDE design with integrated Advanced Directivity Control Waveguide™ (DCW™), yielding large internal volumes with outstanding mechanical strength.

The 8030A is a compact close-field system featuring a high degree of accuracy and exceptionally wide dynamic range. Powered by a pair of precisely crafted 40 Watt amplifiers, the Genelec 8030A monitors offer a wide frequency response of 58 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-2 dB) from a 5-inch bass driver and 3/4-inch hard-domed tweeter. In addition to extremely low harmonic distortion, the 8030A has a front-mounted volume control, and rear panel bass and treble tilt room response controls. The Genelec 8030A active monitors measure a compact 11-1/4" H x 7" W x 7-1/16" D (height with Iso-Pod™: 11-13/16") and are housed in a diecast aluminum enclosure, featuring rugged construction while also providing massive heat dissipation capability and excellent shielding against RF interference. Each speaker is also EM shielded for additional protection when used in close proximity to video monitors.

Also included with each 8030A monitor is the unique Genelec Iso-Pod (Isolation Positioner/Decoupler™). The Iso-Pod is a clever mounting stand that allows for monitoring in either vertical or horizontal orientation. It enables the end user to accurately aim the acoustic axis of the monitor to the listener, as well as mechanically decouple it from the surface on which it rests.

For more information, visit their web site at www.genelec.com.