7040A Active Studio Subwoofer

Genelec 7040A Active Studio Subwoofer is a compact subwoofer designed to extend the low-frequency response of stereo nearfield monitoring systems. Its 165 mm (6½-inch) driver and 50 W Class D amplifier reproduce bass down to 30 Hz at −6 dB, helping you hear low synth notes, kick drum decay and rumble that small monitors may reproduce less clearly. The built-in 85 Hz crossover sends low frequencies to the subwoofer and passes the high-pass-filtered left and right signals to the main monitors. Designed to complement Genelec 8010 and 8020 monitors, the 7040A features balanced XLR connections, manual phase adjustment and bass roll-off controls in a cabinet just 205 mm deep.

Key features

• Compact active subwoofer for stereo studio monitoring
• 165 mm (6½-inch) bass driver with a 50 W Class D amplifier
• 30–90 Hz frequency response at −6 dB
• 100 dB short-term maximum SPL at 1 m under Genelec’s test conditions
• Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE™) bass-reflex design
• Built-in stereo bass management with a fixed 85 Hz crossover
• Two balanced XLR inputs and two high-pass-filtered XLR outputs
• Manual phase matching in 90° steps
• Adjustable input sensitivity and stepped bass roll-off
• Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS™) automatic standby

Overview

Included Content

• 1 × Genelec 7040A Active Studio Subwoofer
• 1 × 1.8 m mains cable
• Operating manual

Creative Tools

• Extend a compact monitoring setup built around Genelec 8010 or 8020 monitors. Use the extra bass range to judge whether a kick and bass line complement each other or compete for space.
• Route the left and right outputs of a compatible audio interface or monitor controller into the 7040A, then connect its outputs to your main monitors. The 85 Hz crossover reduces the low-frequency workload on the main monitors.
• Use the phase switches to align the subwoofer with the main monitors around the crossover. After moving the subwoofer, recheck the blend at your listening position for a dip or peak near 85 Hz.
• Apply Bass Roll-Off if a wall or corner makes the lowest notes sound too prominent. Try the stepped settings with familiar reference tracks before changing the bass EQ in your mix.
• Use the input sensitivity control to balance the subwoofer level with your main monitors. Listen across several bass notes when setting the level so one strong note does not determine the balance.
• Check edits and transitions for low-frequency noise that can be hard to hear on small monitors. Spot rumble, handling noise or an effects tail that carries into the next cue.
• Use the shallow cabinet to explore placement options in a small room. Leave clearance around the reflex port and compare candidate positions from your normal listening seat before settling on one.
• Enable Intelligent Signal Sensing to let the subwoofer enter standby between sessions and wake when audio resumes.

Ideal For

• Home and project studios with compact nearfield monitors
• Genelec 8010 and 8020 stereo monitoring setups
• Music producers balancing kick drums, bass instruments and synths
• Audio editors checking low-frequency noise and effects
• Studios requiring balanced analogue XLR connectivity and onboard bass management