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Genelec 8050A

Item ID: 8050A

Active Bi-amplified Studio Monitor with 150W 8" Woofer and 120W 1" Metal Dome Tweeter (ea)

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Genelec Monitoring Power For Larger Studios!

Genelec's 8050A is capable of producing peak SPL of over 120dB per pair and has a low frequency response extending down to 35Hz. The 8050A is a powerful wideband bi-amplified monitoring system, an excellent tool for large recording studios, broadcast and surround installations, mastering suites and TV and post-production houses.

Genelec 8050A Bi-Amplified Monitor at a Glance:
  • Special MDE enclosure minimizes diffraction for focused near-field use
  • Advanced waveguide and bass reflex port design for optimum sound distribution
  • High audio output with low distortion
  • Unique Iso-Pod mounting system

Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™ for superb imaging
The 8050A features Genelec's MDE (Minimum Diffraction Enclosure) enclosure with rounded edges and a gently curved front and sides. This allows the 8050A to achieve a very smooth frequency response and superb imaging qualities with minimized cabinet edge diffraction.

Genelec's Directivity Control Waveguide™ enhances directivity
Like all Genelec 8000 Series monitors, the 8050A also features the advanced Genelec Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW). The revolutionary DCW has been further enhanced to provide extremely accurate control of the 8050A's directivity. Genelec designed this specially-shaped and very smooth surface and integrated it with the enclosure. Its area has been maximized to achieve an astoundingly flat on and off-axis frequency response. As a result, the 8050A has an astoundingly wide, flat frequency response both on and off axis. This also gives the 8050A superb imaging qualities and less listening fatigue.

High performance reflex port design
To increase the 8050A woofer's low frequency extension and SPL capacity, Genelec designed an ingenious flow optimized reflex port. The long, curved tube maximizes airflow so the 8050A can reproduce deep bass without compression. The tube terminates with a wide flare, minimizing port noises and providing excellent bass articulation. An optimized die-cast aluminium structure with extremely durable semi-matt finish and acoustically optimized metal grilles add to the 8050A's acoustic excellence.

High audio output with low distortion
Genelec's low distortion drivers - 8" bass speakers and 1" metal dome tweeters - are driven by the 8050A's dedicated 150-watt bass and 120-watt treble amplifiers after sophisticated filtering. The 8050A's sophisticated low level active crossover has versatile controls for matching the monitor to difficult acoustic environments. Magnetic shielding, overload protection circuitry and versatile room response controls are standard on the 8050A.

Versatile mounting options plus special Iso-Pod™ stand
The versatile mounting features on the 8050A include integrated rear support points for wall and floor stands plus a further M10 thread for mounting on the cabinet base. In addition, every Genelec 8050A monitor comes with an Iso-Pod (Isolation Positioner/Decoupler) as standard. The Iso-Pod™ is a clever mounting stand, which allows the 8050A to perform in either the vertical or horizontal position. The IsoPod also enables the acoustic axis of the monitor to be aimed at the listener, while acoustically and mechanically decoupling the monitor from the surface it is resting on.


Genelec 8050A Bi-Amplified Monitor Features:
  • Powerful wideband monitor for large studios, broadcast and surround installations, mastering suites and TV and post-production houses
  • Special low distortion 8" woofer and 1" metal dome tweeter
  • Separate 150-watt bass and 120-watt treble amplifiers
  • 120 dB SPL @ 1m (peak per pair with music material)
  • Free field frequency response 38 Hz - 20 kHz (± 2 dB)
  • 17 1/16" high x 11 1/4" wide x 10 15/16" deep (height with Iso-Pod™ 17 13/16")


The Genelec 8050A Bi-Amplified Monitor: power for demanding recording environments!
Specification Detail
Powered Yes
Power Configuration Bi-amped
LF Driver Size 8"
HF Driver Size 1"
HF Driver Type Dome
LF Driver Power Amp 150W
HF Driver Power Amp 120W
Frequency Range 38Hz-20kHz (+/- 2 dB)
Crossover Frequency kkHz
Maximum Peak SPL ?120 dB SPL @ 1m
Enclosure Type Ported
Input Types 1 x XLR
Output Types No Outputs
Height 17"
Width 11.26"
Depth 10.94"
Weight 28 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 8050APM

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Reviews

based on 5 reviews

amazing

by Jimi Bowman from Dallas, TX.
June 19, 2012
Music Background: Recording Engineer
These make your pants go crazy.... The detail the provide is top notch.

I can mix on these all day and have very little ear fatigue... Amazing!

Serious smooth nice low en... read more [+]d too... Very nice. close [-]

Top Class

by from Cape Town
April 16, 2011
Music Background: producer
very detailed sound. Allows me to know exactly whats going on in the low end. If your room can handle them , you have world class monitors.Serious stuff.

Theses Gennies Rock - Big Sound...Yet Wonderfully Detailed

by Steve from Germany
June 29, 2006
Music Background: Songwriter / Producer / Engineer
They sound so neutral and yet have an amazing stero image that remains very wide. The depth of bass is incredible and you can feel the notes right down to the serious lows. The bass end is very clear ... read more [+]and stays pretty tight. The mids are very very smooth with lots of detail. Vocals sound smooth and cymbals sound crisp and natural (not brashy or harsh). These speakers are beautifully built too. I like the overall curvey design, its has a very solid build to it, and the acoustically transparent grills protect the drivers (a Big plus). close [-]

Gift and A Curse

by Shabby Labs from Atlanta, GA
February 17, 2012
Music Background: Tracking/Mixing Engineer Sony ATV.
Sonically, (relative to perspective), superior. Detailed, and translate pretty well, (after the short learning curve).

Its important to plug into clean power, and be mindful of spiking ... read more [+]rails as well as overloading them @ high spl.

The Amp Modules are very good at blowing, and can only be repaired when sending the unit back to Genelec. close [-]

Incredible Monitors!!!

by Rolly Mo from UK
April 12, 2006
Music Background:
These babies are the best. They sound so natural and pleasing, yet remain neutral across the frequency range.

The soundstage is beautiful. You feel right in the mix, with great recorded... read more [+] mixes.

Finally a tool for the pros. close [-]

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