At the heart of the 8381A is a proprietary high SPL Minimum Diffraction Coaxial midrange / tweeter driver which – combined with a powerful Genelec DSP engine – delivers extraordinary clarity , imaging and adaptability . This MDC driver shares a common acoustical axis with the 8381A ’ s four complementary 5-inch dome drivers which are arranged as a midrange transduction system , and this unique array combines with a forward-facing 15-inch woofer to provide outstandingly stable directivity , control and coherence .
Low frequency control
To further enhance and extend the 8381A ’ s low frequency reproduction , a pair of high performance 15-inch woofers employ the LF adaptive technology originally developed in the W371A , offering high resolution and supreme levels of low frequency control – despite the effects of room acoustics . This technology allows the 8381A to tailor performance carefully to the room , offering flatter , smoother in-room response at the listening location , with LF imaging coherent with the full audio range . This flat and neutral LF response minimises acoustic notching , and reduces detrimental reflections and resonances by the walls , ceiling or floor of the room .
As part of Genelec ’ s Smart Active Monitoring family , the 8381A integrates tightly with Genelec ’ s GLM calibration software , which minimises the listening room ’ s influence on the sound and enables the user to produce mixes that translate perfectly to other systems , whether the format is stereo , surround or high channel count immersive . GLM also includes the ground-breaking GRADE room report feature , which gives the user a complete analysis of their room and monitoring system performance , helping users and studio designers alike to fine tune the room ’ s acoustic treatment , adjust monitor and listener positions , and optimise bass management .
Designed and manufactured to the highest standards of sustainability and environmental responsibility at Genelec ’ s headquarters in Iisalmi , Finland , the 8381A comes with a comprehensive SonicAdvisorTM system calibration and service package to jointly celebrate Genelec ’ s 45th anniversary , and the company ’ s total commitment to its customers and to sustainable development .
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