The Genelec 6040R .
PURE SOUND , FINNISH DESIGN .
Genelec has unveiled the first model in its new Signature Series with the introduction of the two-way 6040R Smart Active Loudspeaker . Created in conjunction with celebrated Finnish industrial designer Harri Koskinen , the floor-standing 6040R fuses the best of Finnish technology and design , bringing exceptional performance and beautiful aesthetics to all lovers of high quality audio , from high end listening and home theatre to professional monitoring applications .
Koskinen ’ s long association with Genelec began 20 years ago with the introduction of the timeless 6040A model , the first Genelec loudspeaker to feature the distinctive minimalist curves of the Minimum Diffraction Enclosure ( MDE ) – a cabinet design by Koskinen that now forms the core of much of Genelec ’ s current loudspeaker range . Fashioned from die-cast aluminium , the MDE meant that the original 6040A produced exceptionally clean acoustic performance , delivered staggeringly wide frequency response from such a compact enclosure , and was free from the resonances that affected more traditional wooden cabinet designs . The MDE also allowed the 6040A to feature
Genelec ’ s now-familiar Directivity Control Waveguide , which produces smooth uncoloured reproduction both on and off-axis , with unrivalled imaging and minimal distortion .
THE TECHNOLOGY
Designed and manufactured to the highest environmental standards by Genelec in Iisalmi , Finland , the reengineered 6040R now features the same LF driver design and proprietary bi-amplified Class D power amplifier technology as Genelec ’ s professional loudspeaker models . Other refinements include both analogue and digital inputs ( supporting AES / EBU and SPDIF formats ), a digital output , universal mains voltage and sophisticated onboard DSP to allow each 6040R loudspeaker to be intelligently tuned for any acoustic environment via GLM room calibration software .
Additionally , the re-imagined 6040R offers increased power output , higher SPL , wide phase linearity , lower power consumption and decades of reliable service . It also partners seamlessly with selected models from Genelec ’ s range of F Series and Smart Active Subwoofers , and can be used with Genelec wired and wireless volume controllers via either an F Series subwoofer or a GLM network adaptor .
Equipped with a 165 mm ( 6.5 inch ) woofer and 19 mm ( 0.75 inch ) tweeter , each driven independently by twin dedicated 150 W power amplifier stages , the 6040R stands at 999 mm ( 39.33 inches ) high and delivers a frequency response of 43 Hz to 20 kHz with a maximum short term SPL of 110 dB . With the addition of one or two subwoofers , the SPL and frequency response of the system may be further extended .
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
With active crossovers and sophisticated protection circuitry , the 6040R offers clean , simple installation and only requires feeding with a high-quality audio source to produce exquisitely detailed playback – the kind of exceptionally accurate reproduction that has already made Genelec the loudspeaker of choice for audio professionals working in the worlds of music , film and TV . The visual appeal of the 6040R is enhanced further through the colour options of grey , black , white , black with white grilles and white with black grilles .
“ The 6040R is a design that is based on our long-term commitment to sustainable manufacturing ,” comments Genelec Managing Director Siamäk Naghian . “ Fashioned from recycled aluminium and offering low power consumption , the 6040R is designed for a long lifecycle and total reliability . So it ’ s not only a secure and long term investment , it ’ s also an environmentally sound one .”
For more information please visit www . genelec . com / 6040R
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