Essential Information About the Genelec 8331A Studio Monitor
- Exceptional stereo imaging thanks to a 3-way coaxial point source, enabling faster and more consistent mixing decisions.
- Ultra-compact format, ideal for nearfield listening or small control rooms, without compromising extended response.
- GLM ecosystem and integrated DSP for room calibration, delay alignment, and mono, stereo, or immersive coherence.
- Ample power and precise directivity control, reducing listening fatigue during long sessions.
The Most Compact in the "The Ones" Series
Part of the "The Ones" monitor family, the 8331A incorporates the signature technologies of its predecessors in the smallest enclosure of the range. Designed to solve space constraints without sacrificing accuracy, it offers a point-source image and controlled dispersion where traditional two-way monitors reach their limits.
Who Is the 8331A For?
Designed for producers, mixers, sound editors, and sound designers working at short to medium listening distances, the 8331A excels in treated home studios, post-production, broadcast, and mobile stations. Its phase coherence and GLM calibration ensure reliable translation across various systems, from stereo to immersive monitoring.
Key Technologies and Advantages
Its 3-way coaxial architecture concentrates midrange and high frequencies at the same emission point for a stable image, even off-axis. The two oval woofers complement the low end while maintaining a clean baffle that limits diffraction. The internal DSP manages filtering, room equalization, and delay management, while the GLM ecosystem facilitates alignment of multiple speakers and profile memory.
- Custom calibration via GLM: acoustic compensation, level and delay alignment, reliable stereo/immersive workflows.
- Controlled directivity waveguide: wide sweet spot and precise imaging in confined environments.
- Aluminum enclosure and ISO-Pod mount: mechanical decoupling and precise placement on the workstation.
- Analog and digital AES/EBU XLR inputs/outputs: easy integration into modern setups.
Technical Specifications
Type and Amplification
- Active 3-way studio monitor
- Class D amplifiers: woofers 72 W, mid-high 36 W, tweeter 36 W
- Integrated DSP
Transducers
- Two oval woofers 5.13 x 2.13 inches
- 3.5-inch mid-high speaker in coaxial mounting with 3/4-inch tweeter
Response and Level
- Frequency response: 45 Hz - 37 kHz (-6 dB)
- Linear response: 58 Hz - 20 kHz (+/-1.5 dB)
- Max SPL: 110 dB (1 m)
Connectivity and Control
- Analog/digital AES/EBU XLR input
- Digital AES/EBU XLR output
- 2 x network connections for the GLM ecosystem
Construction
- Aluminum enclosure
- ISO-Pod mount included
- Color: gray
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 305 x 189 x 212 mm
- Weight: 6.7 kg
Miscellaneous
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