Genelec 8341A 3-Way Compact Active Monitor
Best precise audio for professional studio environments.
This three-way Smart Active Monitor delivers transparent sound and precise imaging in a compact design. It features coaxial drivers for accurate sound reproduction and Acoustically Concealed Woofers for enhanced low-end frequencies. The Minimum Diffraction Enclosure minimizes distortion, while the Directivity Control Waveguide ensures controlled sound dispersion. Automatic room calibration with GLM Software optimizes audio performance for any environment. Intelligent Signal Sensing technology provides energy efficiency by automatically entering standby mode when not in use. It is an excellent choice for professional studio setups, including immersive audio formats like Dolby Atmos.
$2599.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
32
/ 10751
#32 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+78%
Above average
Width
9.4
/ in
Who it's for
- Audio professionals demanding transparent, uncolored sound for critical decisions.
- Engineers and producers working in acoustically challenging or varied environments.
- Studio owners with limited space needing full-range monitoring capabilities.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious producers or hobbyists seeking entry-level professional monitors.
- Users expecting all advanced features to be immediately available without extra purchases.
- Casual listeners or hobbyists not requiring absolute sonic transparency for their work.
Performance breakdown
Spatial Imaging
Coaxial driver design delivers near-perfect, pinpoint soundstage accuracy.
Room Calibration
GLM software effortlessly adapts output to any challenging acoustic environment.
Frequency Response
Three-way configuration provides exceptional clarity across the entire audible spectrum.
Low-End Extension
Acoustically concealed woofers punch well above this monitor's compact size.
Build Quality
Minimum Diffraction Enclosure offers a rigid, resonance-free professional housing.
Dispersion Control
Directivity waveguide ensures consistent sound regardless of your listening position.
Key Specs
Width
9.4 in
Depth
9.5 in
Height
14.6 in
Unit Weight
22 lb
Active or Passive
Active
Monitor Application
Near-Field
Speaker Configuration
Three-Way
Number of Speakers
Single
Know before you buy
The three-way design separates the audio frequencies across dedicated drivers for the highs, mids, and lows. This reduces intermodulation distortion and provides a much clearer, more detailed soundstage, especially in the critical midrange frequencies.
Yes, you should use Genelec’s GLM software. It allows you to automatically calibrate the speakers to your specific room acoustics, which is essential for achieving the flat, accurate response these monitors are capable of.
Absolutely. Because they are designed as near-field monitors with a compact footprint and point-source coaxial drivers, they provide excellent imaging even when you are sitting close to them in a smaller room.
Yes, you can connect them via standard analog XLR cables. They also support digital AES/EBU input if your interface or monitor controller provides a digital output.
The coaxial design places the tweeter and midrange driver on the same axis. This creates a 'point-source' sound, which ensures that all frequencies reach your ears at the same time, resulting in superior spatial accuracy and imaging.
ISS is an energy-saving mode that automatically puts the monitor into a low-power standby state when no audio signal is detected for a set period. It wakes up instantly as soon as it senses an incoming signal.
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