Genelec 8130A Studio Monitor
Best accurate monitoring for professional audio production.
This is the ultimate problem-solver for digital-first setups, integrating a high-resolution interface directly into the speaker housing. You sacrifice the flexibility of external signal chains, but you gain a clutter-free workspace and the kind of surgical, pinpoint accuracy that makes mix decisions effortless.
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Who it's for
- Audio professionals and serious enthusiasts needing precise sound.
- Users seeking a plug-and-play solution without external amps.
- Professionals and studios requiring long-term, dependable equipment.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious individuals or hobbyists with limited funds.
- Producers of bass-heavy music or those needing full-range monitoring.
- Tech-forward users desiring the latest calibration and connectivity options.
Performance breakdown
Digital Signal Integrity
Direct AES/EBU input ensures a pristine, noise-free signal path.
Stereo Imaging
DCW technology creates a remarkably wide and accurate soundstage.
Near-field Accuracy
Perfectly balanced for critical listening in compact studio environments.
Build Robustness
Solid wood construction provides a rigid, resonance-free acoustic foundation.
Placement Versatility
Compact footprint and Iso-Pod stand allow for easy desktop integration.
Frequency Precision
Highly consistent response across the critical mid-to-high frequency range.
Key Specs
Power Output
40 W per channel
Frequency Response
58 Hz - 20 kHz (± 2 dB)
Input word length
16 - 24 bits
Input format
AES/EBU
Digital input
XLR female
Input sampling rate
29 - 200 kHz
Peak SPL per pair with music material
108 dB SPL @ 1m
Bass driver
5 inch magnetically shielded
Treble driver
0.75 inch metal dome, magnetically shielded
Crossover frequencies
3 kHz
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