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GENELEC DISPLAYS 6010A BI-AMPLIFIED ACTIVE SPEAKER
AND 5040A ACTIVE SUBWOOFER
— The 6010A and 5040A provide the perfect solution for both stereo
and surround sound applications in compact listening areas or on desktops
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CEDIA EXPO, DENVER, CO, September 3, 2008 —
Genelec Custom Installation Systems displays its smallest speaker system
to date – the new 6010A (7 1/8" x 4 3/4" x 4 1/2"
[height with Iso-Pod™ 7 11/16"]). The system has been designed
for computer sound systems and other close proximity listening applications
requiring a low-profile speaker solution. It can even be plugged directly
into personal music players for enhanced acoustic enjoyment. However,
size is no handicap to performance as the 6010A two-way active speaker
system incorporates Genelec’s acoustic design innovations to minimize
all forms of distortion.
Designed as an active loudspeaker, the 6010A contains
proprietary drivers, advanced power amplifiers perfectly matched to
the drivers, active crossover filters and protection circuitry. The
6010A has a die-cast all-aluminum Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™
(MDE™), which features large internal volumes, softly curved edges
and outstanding mechanical strength. As a result, the imaging accuracy
and low frequency extension from such a compact enclosure is truly astounding.
The 6010A also incorporates Genelec’s advanced Directivity
Control Waveguide™ (DCW™), which provides an amazingly smooth
on- and off-axis response, while the long, curved reflex port ends in
a wide flare for excellent bass articulation.
Each speaker features a 3" bass driver along with
a 3/4" high frequency driver loaded into a new Genelec advanced
Directivity Control Waveguide. The free field frequency response is
74 Hz - 18 kHz (±2.5 dB). Maximum peak SPL output per pair with
music material is 102 dB. Bass and treble drivers are each powered by
12-Watt amplifiers.
The 6010A is magnetically shielded for use in environments
where video monitors are in close proximity. Additionally, the 6010A
has a hard-wearing painted outer surface available in black, white or
silver finish.
Genelec 5040A Active Subwoofer
The new Genelec 5040A subwoofer provides a perfect partner to the 6010A
for both stereo and surround applications. Featuring a visually arresting
design, the 5040A extends the LF response down to 35 Hz with amazing
bass articulation. The playback level for the whole system is conveniently
controlled by remote volume control provided with the 5040A subwoofer.
With five main input/output channels and a dedicated LFE channel with
35/120 Hz reproduction bandwidth selection, the 6010A/5040A system fulfills
the needs of 5.1 productions.
The 5040A is designed to complement up to five of Genelec’s
6010A active speakers in stereo and surround applications, or a pair
of the slightly larger 6020A’s in a stereo configuration. The
subwoofer features a single 6 1/2" proprietary driver with a 40-Watt
power amplifier. It has a frequency response from 35 - 85 Hz (±3
dB), and the ability to deliver a short-term sine wave of 96 dB SPL.
The built-in crossover unit features six RCA input connectors for five
main channels and LFE channel and five RCA output connectors for the
6010A loudspeakers. The main channels have a fixed high pass filter
to work with the Genelec 6010A while the LFE channel can reproduce signals
up to 120Hz. In addition to the RCA connectors, a 3.5 mm stereo jack
input connector is provided for convenient connection to portable audio
players or computers.
Adjustable input sensitivity, in combination with adjustable
crossover phase, allows a seamless integration between the 5040A subwoofer
and the main speakers. Bass roll-off rate and input sensitivity can
also be adjusted to suit different acoustical environments and subwoofer
positions. Like all Genelec active subwoofers, the 5040A also features
extremely low distortion.
Genelec’s 6010A Bi-Amplified Active Speaker and
the 5040A Active Subwoofer will be available fall 2008 with pricing
(U.S. MSRP) as follows:
6010A Bi-Amplified Active Speakers: $375.00 each
5040A Active Subwoofer: $700.00
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Genelec, the pioneer in Active Monitoring technology, is celebrating
30 years of designing and manufacturing active loudspeakers for true
and accurate sound reproduction. Genelec is credited with promoting
the concept of active transducer technology, which many manufacturers
are just now incorporating into their products. Since its inception
in 1978, Genelec has concentrated its efforts and resources into creating
active monitors with unparalleled sonic integrity. The result is an
active Custom Installation speaker system that has earned global acclaim
for its accurate imaging, extremely high acoustic output from small
enclosures, true high-fidelity with low distortion, and deep, rich bass.
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—For more information on the complete range of Genelec Custom
Installation Systems, please contact: Genelec Inc., 7 Tech Circle, Natick,
MA 01760. Tel: (508) 652-0900;
Fax: (508) 652-0909; Web: www.genelecusa.com.