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GENELEC OFFERS THREE NEW ACTIVE ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS
123rd AES CONVENTION, NEW YORK, NY, October 5, 2007 — Genelec Inc., offers contractors the most advanced active speaker solutions with a discreet in-wall speaker, an in-ceiling model, and a low-profile on-wall loudspeaker. These models include the AIW25 Active In-Wall Loudspeaker, the AIC25 Active In-Ceiling Loudspeaker and the AOW312 Active On-Wall Loudspeaker. Each model is designed to meet the needs of the custom installer and underscores Genelec’s ongoing commitment to providing contractors and system integrators with leading-edge products.Genelec’s AIW25 Active In-Wall Loudspeaker and AIC25 Active In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Systems supply the ultimate in design integration. Each features perfectly matched, separate RAM2 remote amplifier modules. An optional 4U high RAM Rack Adaptor can accommodate up to 8 RAM2 amplifiers. The AIW25 and AIC25 each come complete with an enclosure to maximize performance and ease of installation. New construction brackets are also available. In addition, the AIW25 employs Genelec’s proprietary Directivity Control Waveguide™ (DCW™), which ensures excellent stereo imaging and frequency balance even in difficult acoustic environments.
The AIW25 Active In-Wall Loudspeaker is a two-way active speaker with a 5" bass driver and 3/4" treble driver (metal dome) equipped with Genelec’s DCW. It also features a RAM2 remote amplifier module which includes active crossover circuitry and separate, matched 40 Watt power amplifiers for the bass and treble drivers. The AIW25 has a frequency response of 70 Hz to 18 kHz (+/-2.5 dB) and a maximum peak SPL of =100 dB. Its dimensions are 14 3/16" H x 10 1/2" W x 4 3/32" D. In addition, visible parts of the loudspeaker can be painted to suit the listening environment. The AIW25 fits into a standard 2 x 4" wall structure and can easily be retrofitted to existing construction.The AIC25 Active In-Ceiling Loudspeaker is a two-way active loudspeaker with 5" bass driver and 3/4" treble driver (metal dome). It also features a RAM2 remote amplifier module which includes active crossover circuitry and separate, matched 40 Watt power amplifiers for the bass and treble drivers. The AIC25 has a frequency response of 70 Hz to 18 kHz (+/-2.5 dB) and a maximum peak SPL of =100 dB. Its dimensions are 11 3/16" W (diameter) x 6 3/16" D. In addition, visible surfaces of the loudspeaker can be painted to suit the listening environment.
The AOW312 Active On-Wall Loudspeaker measures up to Genelec’s renowned performance standards at less than 7" deep for easy aesthetic integration. This speaker was designed to serve two types of environments: surrounds for large scale rooms (>9000 cubic feet) where HT324A or larger mains speakers are used, as well as the front wall for smaller rooms (5000 to 8000 cubic feet) where space behind the screen and the wall are limited. The AOW312 is a three-way active speaker with a 12" woofer, 5" midrange (DCW-equipped) and 1" metal dome tweeter. It also features a remote amplifier housed in a 19" x 7U remote amp rack. Each amplifier provides 180 Watts for the woofer, 120 Watts for the midrange and 120 Watts for the tweeter. The AOW312 has an exceptionally wide frequency response of 37 Hz to 21 kHz (+/-2 dB) and a maximum peak SPL of =123 dB. Its dimensions are 59 1/16" H x 15 3/4" W x 6 7/8" D.
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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 music recording, postproduction, project studio, broadcast, TV, and CD mastering markets.
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—For more information on the complete range of Genelec Active Monitoring Systems, contact: Genelec Inc., 7 Tech Circle, Natick, MA 01760. Tel: (508) 652-0900; Fax: (508) 652-0909;
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