Genelec 8030
Best professional studio monitor for precise mixing in compact spaces.
This professional active two-way studio monitor is engineered for critical listening in audio environments. It delivers powerful sound with a robust die-cast aluminum housing, featuring a 100W amplifier, a 5-inch woofer, and a 3/4-inch tweeter. This compact monitor achieves high sound pressure levels, ensuring accurate frequency response and a spacious soundstage for mixing and recording. Its advanced acoustic adjustment capabilities allow precise tailoring to any room, making it ideal for professional audio production.
$548.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
412
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#412 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Frequency Range
54200002
/ Hz - , Hz (+/- dB)
Who it's for
- Professional mixers requiring precise, uncolored sound for critical decisions
- Engineers needing a wide sweet spot for accurate stereo imaging
- Home studio owners working in untreated or challenging acoustic spaces
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious producers seeking an entry-level monitoring solution
- Electronic music producers needing deep sub-bass frequency monitoring
- Minimalists preferring traditional, boxy studio monitor aesthetics
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Accuracy
Reference-grade frequency response provides total transparency for critical mixing decisions.
Build Quality
Die-cast aluminum housing offers exceptional durability and resonance-free performance.
Room Integration
Advanced acoustic controls allow for seamless calibration in any listening environment.
Output Capability
Impressive SPL levels deliver punchy, distortion-free sound from a compact footprint.
Decoupling Efficiency
The integrated IsoPod effectively isolates vibrations for cleaner low-end reproduction.
Imaging Precision
Creates a remarkably wide, three-dimensional soundstage for pinpoint spatial placement.
Key Specs
Frequency Range
54 Hz - 20,000 Hz (+/-2 dB)
Maximum SPL
110 dB (peak per pair at 1 m)
Amplifier Output
100 W Total RMS (50 W + 50 W)
Driver Configuration
5 inch Woofer and 3/4 inch Metal dome tweeter
Housing
Bass reflex housing made of aluminium
Dimensions
285 x 189 x 178 mm (H x W x D)
Weight
5 kg
Weight
11.0231 pounds
Know before you buy
Yes, the 8030 is specifically designed for critical listening in compact spaces. Its 5-inch woofer and compact footprint make it ideal for desktop setups where space is limited but professional accuracy is required.
No, the Genelec 8030 is an active monitor, meaning it has built-in amplifiers for both the woofer and the tweeter. You only need to connect your audio source via an XLR cable.
The monitor features rear-panel acoustic adjustment switches that allow you to compensate for room reflections and boundary effects. These controls help ensure a flat, accurate frequency response regardless of your desk or wall placement.
The IsoPod is a rubber mounting base that decouples the speaker from your desk or stand. It prevents vibrations from traveling into your furniture, which helps maintain clarity in the low-end and allows you to tilt the speaker toward your ears.
These monitors are highly versatile and are frequently used in both stereo and multi-channel surround sound configurations. Their consistent performance makes them easy to match when building a larger system.
Yes, the 8030 includes an automatic power-saving function. It will enter a low-power standby state when no audio signal is detected for a period of time and wake up automatically when you start playing audio.
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