Genelec 8320 APM
Best compact monitors for professional audio production.
This active two-way studio monitor delivers exceptional audio clarity for professional applications. Designed for recording, mixing, and mastering, it provides a neutral sound with a flat frequency response. Its compact, die-cast aluminum housing ensures durability and optimal sound dispersion. Integrated intelligent technology adapts the sound to your specific listening environment, while automatic power management conserves energy. Featuring a 4-inch woofer and a 3/4-inch tweeter, it offers robust performance in a space-saving design.
$577.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
869
/ 10751
#869 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Type
2
/ -Way Active Studio Monitor
Who it's for
- Audio engineers and producers requiring truthful sound representation.
- Professionals working in varied or acoustically challenging studios.
- Studio owners with limited space or mobile recording artists.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio users or aspiring hobbyists.
- Users expecting out-of-the-box room correction without extra purchases.
- Producers of bass-heavy music or those needing extreme low-frequency monitoring.
Performance breakdown
Frequency Accuracy
Flat response ensures your mixes translate perfectly across all playback systems.
Room Calibration
SAM technology intelligently adapts audio output to your specific acoustic environment.
Build Integrity
Die-cast aluminum housing provides a rigid, resonance-free foundation for critical listening.
Form Factor
Compact footprint delivers professional-grade monitoring in tight studio spaces.
Output Headroom
Impressive peak levels maintain clarity even when pushing volume for playback.
Vibration Control
Included Iso-Pod stand effectively decouples the speaker from your desk surface.
Key Specs
Type
2-Way Active Studio Monitor
Drivers
4" woofer and 3/4" metal dome tweeter with DCW
Frequency range
55 - 23,000 Hz (- 6dB), 66 - 20,000 Hz (± 1.5 dB)
Amplifier power
50 W + 50 W
Total Power Output
100 W
Maximum level
107 dB (peak per pair with music material at 1 m distance)
Housing
Bass reflex
Connections
XLR input, 2x RJ45
Know before you buy
SAM (Smart Active Monitoring) technology allows the speaker to automatically calibrate its frequency response to your specific room acoustics. This ensures a neutral, accurate sound profile regardless of the room's shape or reflective surfaces.
Yes, the 8320 APM features integrated threaded inserts on the rear and base, making them compatible with various standard wall and ceiling mounting brackets for professional studio setups.
With a frequency range starting at 55 Hz, these monitors provide solid low-end performance for their size. However, for genres requiring deep sub-bass or for full-range mastering, you may want to pair them with a dedicated subwoofer.
The included Iso-Pod stand decouples the speaker from the surface it sits on. This prevents vibrations from transferring to your desk or stand, which results in a cleaner, more precise low-end response.
Absolutely. Their compact footprint and intelligent room-correction technology make them an excellent choice for smaller spaces where you need professional-grade accuracy without sacrificing desk space.
The automatic start/stop function detects when an audio signal is present and wakes the monitor from standby. When no signal is detected for a period of time, it powers down to save energy and reduce heat.
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