8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor Black

Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor Black is a compact two-way active nearfield monitor for music production, audio editing, broadcast and location recording. Its 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and 19 mm (¾-inch) metal-dome tweeter each have a dedicated 50 W Class D amplifier. At 151 mm wide, the die-cast aluminium cabinet fits beside a display on a small workstation. The balanced analogue XLR input connects to a compatible interface or monitor controller, while Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) lets you calibrate the system for your listening position with the separately available GLM Calibration Kit. The Black version is supplied as a single monitor with an Iso-Pod™ stand.

Key features

• Compact two-way active nearfield studio monitor in Black
• 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and 19 mm (¾-inch) metal-dome tweeter
• Separate 50 W Class D amplifiers for bass and treble
• 55 Hz–23 kHz frequency response at −6 dB
• 100 dB short-term maximum SPL under Genelec’s test conditions
• Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™) for controlled sound dispersion
• Die-cast aluminium bass-reflex enclosure
• Balanced analogue XLR input
• Smart Active Monitoring (SAM™) with GLM system control and room calibration support
• Two RJ45 ports for the GLM control network
• Iso-Pod™ stand for tilt adjustment and isolation from the supporting surface

Overview

Included Content

• 1 × Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor, Black, with Iso-Pod™ stand
• 1 × 1.8 m mains cable
• 1 × 5 m RJ45 GLM network cable
• Operating manual

Creative Tools

• Build a compact stereo setup with two 8320A monitors. Place them symmetrically around your display to judge whether vocals hold the centre and how instruments, reverbs and delays spread across the stereo field.
• Measure your system with GLM AutoCal™ and the separately available calibration kit. Use the measurements to adjust frequency response, relative playback levels and timing for your listening position.
• Angle the monitor towards your ears using the included Iso-Pod™ stand. The tilt helps when the cabinet sits below ear height, and the stand reduces vibration transfer to a desk or console.
• Connect a compatible interface, mixer or monitor controller through the balanced analogue XLR input. The XLR carries audio, while the RJ45 ports carry GLM control data.
• Pair the monitors with a compatible SAM™ subwoofer, such as the Genelec 7350A, when you need deeper bass extension to judge low synth notes, kick drum decay or low-frequency effects.
• Use multiple compatible SAM™ monitors in a surround or immersive setup. GLM can help align playback levels and arrival times when a display or room layout prevents equal speaker distances.
• Bring a familiar monitoring reference to a location recording or temporary editing room. Each cabinet weighs 3.2 kg, and GLM lets you recalibrate the system for the new listening position.

Ideal For

• Home and project studios with limited desk space
• Music producers and nearfield mix engineers
• Dialogue, podcast and video editors
• Mobile recording and broadcast workstations
• Compact stereo setups using two 8320A monitors
• Surround and immersive systems using Genelec SAM™ monitors
• Studios seeking a black active monitor with GLM calibration support