8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor RAW

Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor RAW is a compact two-way active nearfield monitor for music production, audio editing, broadcast and location recording. Its RAW finish leaves the die-cast aluminium unpainted, so natural variations in the metal give each cabinet a slightly different appearance. A 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and a 19 mm (¾-inch) metal-dome tweeter each have a dedicated 50 W Class D amplifier. The balanced XLR input connects to a compatible audio interface or monitor controller, while Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) supports calibration for your listening position with separately available hardware. The RAW version is supplied as a single monitor with an Iso-Pod™ stand.

Key features

• Compact two-way active nearfield studio monitor
• RAW finish with exposed, unpainted die-cast aluminium
• 105 mm (4-inch) woofer and 19 mm (¾-inch) metal-dome tweeter
• Separate 50 W Class D amplifiers for bass and treble
• 55 Hz–23 kHz frequency response at −6 dB
• 100 dB short-term maximum SPL under Genelec’s test conditions
• Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™) for controlled sound dispersion
• Balanced analogue XLR input
• Smart Active Monitoring (SAM™) with GLM system control and room calibration support
• Two RJ45 ports for the GLM control network
• Iso-Pod™ stand for tilt adjustment and isolation from the supporting surface

Overview

Included Content

• 1 × Genelec 8320A SAM™ Studio Monitor, RAW, with Iso-Pod™ stand
• 1 × 1.8 m mains cable
• 1 × 5 m RJ45 GLM network cable
• Operating manual

Creative Tools

• Build a compact stereo setup with two 8320A monitors. Place them symmetrically around your display to check centre imaging, instrument panning and the width of reverbs and delays at close listening distances.
• Measure the system at your listening position using GLM AutoCal™ and the separately available calibration kit. Use the measurements to adjust frequency response, relative playback levels and timing across compatible SAM™ monitors.
• Aim the monitor towards your ears using the included Iso-Pod™ stand. Its tilt adjustment helps when the cabinet sits below ear height, and the stand reduces vibration transfer to the work surface.
• Connect a compatible interface, mixer or monitor controller through the balanced analogue XLR input. The XLR carries the audio signal, while the RJ45 ports link the monitor to the GLM control network.
• Pair the monitors with a compatible SAM™ subwoofer, such as the Genelec 7350A, if you need to judge deeper bass, kick drum decay or low-frequency effects beyond the 8320A’s range.
• Use multiple compatible SAM™ monitors in a surround or immersive setup. GLM can help align playback levels and arrival times when a display or room layout prevents equal speaker distances.
• Bring a familiar monitoring reference to a location recording or temporary editing room. Each cabinet weighs 3.2 kg, and GLM lets you recalibrate the system for the new listening position.

Ideal For

• Home and project studios with limited desk space
• Music producers and nearfield mix engineers
• Dialogue, podcast and video editors
• Mobile recording and broadcast workstations
• Compact stereo setups using two 8320A monitors
• Surround and immersive systems using Genelec SAM™ monitors
• Studios seeking a compact active monitor with an exposed aluminium finish