Genelec 8351 BP
Best accurate monitoring for professional audio engineers.
This compact, 3-way active studio monitor delivers precise, linear sound for professional audio applications. It features advanced DSP room correction and automatic calibration via GLM software, optimizing its performance for any listening environment. The coaxial driver arrangement ensures a pinpoint sound source, while dual oval woofers provide accurate low-frequency directivity. With 550 watts of Class D amplification, it offers high resolution and transparency, making it ideal for analytical listening in challenging acoustic spaces.
$3858.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
32
/ 10751
#32 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+164%
Above average
Build
3
/ -Way
Who it's for
- Audio engineers and producers demanding critical spatial accuracy in mixes
- Professionals working in acoustically challenging or untreated studio environments
- Mixing and mastering engineers requiring an honest and analytical sound reproduction
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or aspiring professionals
- Users expecting plug-and-play simplicity without extra accessories or setup
- Musicians and producers with limited desk space or needing portable solutions
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Accuracy
Linear response provides an uncompromisingly honest window into your audio mix.
Room Calibration
GLM software effectively neutralizes problematic acoustic environments with surgical precision.
Imaging Precision
Coaxial driver design creates a pinpoint soundstage for flawless spatial awareness.
Low Frequency Extension
Dual oval woofers deliver surprisingly deep, controlled bass from a compact footprint.
Output Headroom
550 watts of power ensure distortion-free monitoring even at high volumes.
Placement Versatility
Flexible orientation options allow for seamless integration into any studio layout.
Key Specs
Build
3-Way
Color
Black
Interception distance
Near field
Magnetically shielded
Yes
Room adjustment
Yes
DSP
Yes
Size of Woofer (Inches)
6 inches
Size of midrange driver (inch)
5 inches
Know before you buy
The coaxial design places the tweeter and midrange driver on the same axis, creating a single, pinpoint sound source. This eliminates phase issues and ensures a consistent, linear sound regardless of your listening position.
Yes, you will need the Genelec GLM Kit, which includes the network adapter and measurement microphone. This hardware allows the software to analyze your room's acoustics and automatically calibrate the monitor's DSP for a neutral response.
You can place them in either orientation. The 8351 BP is designed to maintain its acoustic performance and imaging precision whether placed vertically or horizontally.
With a frequency response reaching down to 32 Hz, the 8351 BP provides significant low-end extension on its own. However, if your work requires monitoring sub-bass frequencies or you are working in a large room, adding a compatible Genelec subwoofer can provide additional headroom and depth.
The 8351 BP features both analog XLR inputs and digital XLR/RJ45 inputs. This allows for flexible integration into both traditional analog setups and modern digital audio workflows.
Yes, the advanced DSP room correction is specifically designed to help mitigate acoustic issues common in smaller or untreated spaces. By calibrating the monitors to your specific environment, you can achieve a much more accurate and reliable mix.
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