Genelec 8040B Professional Studio Monitors, Black (Single)

Full Description

Accurate and powerful sound

The Genelec 8040B is designed to deliver professional-grade monitoring with a frequency response of 48 Hz to 20 kHz. The bi-amplified system provides 90W of power to the bass driver and 90W to the tweeter, ensuring a balanced and distortion-free output. The high sound pressure levels make it suitable for critical listening applications, allowing engineers and producers to hear every detail in a mix.

>The active crossover system ensures a seamless transition between frequencies, reducing phase issues and providing a well-balanced sound. This helps identify subtle details in audio production, making the 8040B an essential tool for mixing, mastering, and post-production.

Consistent sound across the listening area

The Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW) technology optimises sound dispersion, reducing unwanted reflections and improving imaging. This ensures that the sound remains consistent across the listening area, providing an accurate stereo image and stable frequency balance. The Minimum Diffraction Enclosure (MDE) minimises cabinet-induced distortion, keeping the output clean and transparent. The off-axis response remains even, making it easier to achieve reliable monitoring conditions. This consistency benefits environments where multiple people need to assess the mix from different listening positions.

Flexible tuning for any environment

Room acoustics play a crucial role in monitor performance, so the 8040B includes adjustable tone controls for fine-tuning. The bass tilt and bass roll-off controls allow low-frequency adjustments to counteract excessive bass buildup caused by room boundaries or reflective surfaces. The treble tilt control adjusts high-frequency output, ensuring that the monitor provides an accurate response in any setting.

A dedicated desktop low-frequency control compensates for bass emphasis when the monitor is placed on a desk or mixing console. These controls help tailor the monitor’s response to different room conditions, making the 8040B adaptable to a variety of environments.

Built for durability and energy efficiency

The 8040B’s aluminium enclosure enhances durability while maintaining a lightweight design. The rear-mounted reflex port improves bass efficiency and reduces turbulence, ensuring smooth low-end performance at all volume levels. The Iso-Pod stand isolates the monitor from vibrations and allows for precise angle adjustments, helping achieve the correct listening position.

To enhance energy efficiency, the Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) function automatically switches the monitor to standby mode when no input signal is detected. This reduces power consumption without requiring manual intervention, making the 8040B a smart and efficient choice for professional audio setups.

Features

• 6-inch bass driver and 1-inch metal dome tweeter with dedicated amplifiers for precise sound reproduction
• Wide frequency response from 38 Hz to 20 kHz for clear lows, mids, and highs
• Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™) technology ensures even sound dispersion and improved stereo imaging
• Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™ (MDE™) design reduces resonance for a neutral sound profile
• Customisable tone controls for fine-tuning audio in different acoustic environments
• Iso-Pod stand isolates vibrations and allows flexible positioning
• Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS™) automatically switches to standby mode to save energy
• Bi-amplified system delivers 150W to the bass driver and 120W to the tweeter for dynamic, distortion-free playback
• Active crossover system ensures smooth frequency transitions for balanced sound
• Consistent off-axis response for accurate monitoring across different listening positions
• Bass tilt, bass roll-off, and treble tilt controls optimise sound for various room conditions
• Durable aluminium enclosure with a rear-mounted reflex port for efficient bass performance

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 48 Hz - 20 kHz (± 2 dB)
• Low Cutoff -6dB: 41 Hz
• High Cutoff -6dB: 25 kHz

SPL

• Peak SPL: ≥115 dB
• Maximum Peak Acoustic Output Per Pair At 1 m Distance With Music Material.
• Short Term Max SPL: ≥105 dB
• Maximum Short Term Sine Wave Acoustic Output On Axis In Half Space, Averaged From 100 Hz To 3 kHz At 1 m.
• Long Term Max SPL: ≥99 dB
• Maximum Long Term RMS Acoustic Output In Same Conditions With IEC Weighted Noise (Limited By Driver Unit Protection Circuit) At 1 m.
• Self-Generated Noise: ≤10 dB SPL
• Self-Generated Noise Level In Free Field At 1m On Axis (A-Weighted).

Weight

• Weight: 9.4 kg (20.7 lb)

Dimensions

• Height: 350 mm (13 3/4 in)
• Height With Iso-Pod: 365 mm (14 3/8 in)
• Width: 237 mm (9 3/8 in)
• Depth: 223 mm (8 3/4 in)

Enclosure

• Enclosure Material: Die Cast Aluminium
• Enclosure Type: Reflex Port

Drivers

Bass

• Driver Type: Cone
• Magnetically Shielded: Yes
• Diameter: 165 mm (6 1/2 in)

Treble

• Driver Type: Metal Dome
• Magnetically Shielded: Yes
• Diameter: 19 mm (3/4 in)

Directivity

• Horizontal Directivity: Yes

Harmonic Distortion

• 50…100 Hz: ≤2 %
• > 100 Hz: ≤0.5 %

Amplifier Section

• 8040B Bass Amplifier: 90 W Class AB
• 8040B Treble Amplifier: 90 W Class AB
• Mains Voltage: 100, 120, 220 Or 230VAC 50/60Hz According To Region
• Power Consumption:
• ISS Active: ≤0.5 W
• Idle: ≤10 W
• Full Output: 110 W

Signal Processing Section

• Connectors:
• Input: Analog Signal Input Connector XLR Female, Balanced 10 kOhm.
• Crossover:
• Bass/Treble: 3000 Hz