Genelec Introduces 2029A Digital Stereo Monitoring System At NAB ë99
The new 2029A Active Digital Stereo Monitoring System is a compact (9 3/4-inch H X 6.0-inch W X 7.5-inch D), two-piece, nearfield monitor system designed for sound professionals working in a wide range of critical listening environments including: digital audio workstation music production and editing, digital broadcast confidence monitoring, multimedia projects, location/live sound recording as well as audiophile-quality home listening systems. The 2029A is based on the highly-successful and award-winning Model 1029A two-way, analog active monitor speaker and supports the same modes of operation, including use in monitoring systems with a subwoofer. The 2029A system is comprised of one right ""master speaker"" and one left ""slave speaker;"" stereo level adjustment is controlled by a single volume knob on the right master speaker. The 2029A is designed to accept either S/P-DIF digital audio or conventional analog audio inputs. The 2029Aís digital interface is built into one of the speaker systemís enclosures and like all Genelec active monitors, the new 2029As additionally feature built-in amplifiers; the only connections required are the digital (or analog) input signals and AC power. The 2029Aís digital input accepts a S/P-DIF signal having a word length of up to 24-bits. The built-in DA converter has an interpolator, which increases the internal sampling rate to 128X and yields a dynamic range of better than 101 dB. The sophisticated conversion circuitry, the company says, yields high resilience to the problem of clock jitter and also features excellent linearity specifications. Low frequencies are reproduced by a 5-inch driver, which is magnetically shielded in a rugged, vented enclosure made of cast aluminum. The enclosure features distinctive looking rear panel heat sinks, which properly dissipate heat from the speaker's built-in power amplifiers. The low frequency -3 dB point is at 68Hz and the response extends down to 60Hz. The high-frequency driver is a 3/4-inch magnetically shielded metal dome coupled to Genelecís Directivity Control Waveguide Technologyô (DCW) for superior imaging and balance. An active crossover network which is fed directly from the system's DA is acoustically complementary and crossover slopes are 24-32dB/Octave; the crossover frequency is 3.3kHz. Rear-mounted frequency response controls allow users to tailor the monitorís characteristics to virtually any acoustic environment. The 2029Aís built-in fast, low-distortion dual amplifiers can produce up to 40 watts of output power and are capable of driving a stereo pair to peak output sound pressure levels of 110dB SPL. For installation, a special audio cable connects between the 2029Aís rear-of-speaker connectors (male-to-male XLR provided). Options include a soft carrying bag. The 2029A Digital Stereo Monitor System is available now through Genelecís Authorized Resellers. The Suggested Professional price for the two-piece system is $1,325.00. Genelec 1038AC Active Center Channel Speaker Genelec also exhibited their new 1038AC Active Center Channel Speaker at this yearís NAB Convention. The 1038AC is an active three-way, 640 Watt tri-amplified center-channel speaker designed to be used horizontally and can be mounted on top of a projection TV or placed under or above the projection screen. The 1038AC incorporates Genelecís proprietary Directivity Control Waveguide Technology (DCW), which provides an extremely stable and precise soundstage throughout the listening area. This improved directivity control results in more direct (and less reflected) sound reaching the listeners, which produces a more realistic and stable image. It also guarantees superior intelligibility of dialogue from the center channel. The 1038AC uses dual 10-inch woofers for accurate reproduction of the bass frequencies and the DCW incorporates a proprietary Genelec 5-inch mid and 1-inch metal dome tweeter to handle the mid and high frequencies. The speaker is powered by a dedicated remote amplifier and crossover system (matched to the speaker) with a total power of 640 Watts; 400 Watts for the bass and 120 Watts each for the mid and high frequencies. Compact (36-inch w x 14-inch h x 22-inch d) with the ability to achieve extremely high output from an enclosure of its size, the Genelec 1038AC has a frequency response of 35Hz -20kHz + 2.5dB and can achieve a maximum acoustic output of 120dB SPL @ 1 meter. As with all Genelec Active Monitoring Systems, the 1038AC contains electronic and protection circuitry. In addition, the unit is supplied with full magnetic shielding for mounting in close proximity to video monitors. Genelec Exhibits 1034B Tri-Amplified Active Monitor At NAB í99 Genelec showed their 1034B Active Monitoring System, a new three-way system designed for large control rooms in the studio, post-production, broadcast, TV and CD mastering markets. While a professional product the system is appropriate for high-end home theatre applications. The new 1034B was designed to be used either freestanding or flush mounted in the control room wall. Featuring two 12-inch low-frequency drivers, a 5-inch mid, and a 1-inch high-frequency tweeter assembly, the Genelec 1034B System can produce peak sound pressure levels in excess of 125dB SPL @ 1 meter with claimed unparalleled sonic accuracy. The 1034B features bass, mid-range and treble controls to allow the system to be specifically tailored for the acoustic conditions of different control rooms. The 1034B incorporates Genelecís proprietary Directivity Control Waveguide Technology (DCW). The system can be used in both vertical and horizontal orientations by simply rotating the DCW unit. In addition, like all Genelec Active Monitoring Systems, the 1034B features an electronic protection circuitry that protects the drivers from overload and distortion in extreme monitoring situations. The Genelec 1034B is a completely self-powered system with internal crossover, room response equalizers and tri-amplifier assemblies. The bass, midrange and treble amplifiers each produce 2 X 400W, 350W and 120W of short-term power respectively with very low harmonic and inter-modulation distortion. The 1034B has two 12-inch low-frequency drivers in a vented configuration for maximum bass reproduction with a frequency response extending down to 28Hz with the -3dB point at 32Hz. The 5-inch midrange speaker is a proprietary design and the high frequency driver is a 1-inch metal dome tweeter assembly. Genelecís proprietary Directivity Control Waveguide Technology (DCW), according to the company, is a means of greatly improving the performance of a direct radiating multiway loudspeaker under normal listening conditions. The basic idea is to match the different drive units precisely, both in terms of frequency response and directivity. This results in smoother frequency response both on and off axis. Also, due to improved directivity control, especially in the mid-range frequencies, more direct sound and less reflected sound is received at the listening position. This gives more accurate stereo imaging and makes the system less sensitive to differing control room acoustics than any conventional direct radiator design. Genelecís DCW Technology improves drive units sensitivity by +2dB to +6dB thus increasing the system maximum SPL. The active crossover network consists of three parallel band pass filters with crossover frequencies at 420Hz and 3.2kHz and a common balanced input stage. In order to obtain uniform frequency balance in different acoustic conditions, Genelec has included special calibrated controls in the crossover. The Bass, Mid-range and Treble level controls operate in 1 dB steps. Additionally, low frequency Tilt and Roll-off controls allow for more refined low frequency room response. A high-pass filter is included in the low-frequency channel to protect the woofer from subsonic signals. Variable input sensitivity allows for accurate level matching to the control room console. The 1034B speaker cabinet is constructed of veneered MDF and is internally braced to eliminate structural resonances. The cabinet measures (horizontal mounting) 27-5/16-inch high x 35-inch wide x 15-inch deep (160 cubic liters), and weighs 161 lbs. Genelec, the pioneer in Active Monitoring technology, was founded in 1978 and has concentrated its efforts and resources into the design and manufacturing of active monitoring loudspeakers with unparalleled sonic accuracy. Genelec has been credited with promoting the concept of active monitors, a trend in technology that some manufacturers are just now incorporating into their products. Genelec has a complete line of active main, mid-field, and near-field monitors for application in the post-production, project studio, broadcast, TV and CD mastering markets. For more information on the complete range of Genelec Active Monitoring Systems, contact Genelec at 508-652-0900 or visit the companyís Website at http://www.genelec.com.