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GENELEC OFFERS CUSTOM INSTALLERS
THREE NEW ACTIVE ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS
CEDIA EXPO, DENVER, CO, September 6, 2007 — Genelec Inc., offers home theater and custom installers 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 the high-end home theater and custom installation market.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. This speaker is ideal in demanding applications such as the main L-C-R array of a small home theater system, a stereo configuration, or as the surround channels of a high quality home theater.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 AIC25 delivers low distortion and high sound pressure handling capabilities in a discrete yet powerful package ideal for use in home theater installations.
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.
These products complement the full range of Genelec Home Theater products, including the 6020A, HT206B, HT208B and HT210B Two-Way Bi-Amplified Active Loudspeakers; HT312A, HT315A, HT320AC, HT324A, HT324AC and HT330A Three-Way Tri-Amplified Active Loudspeakers; 5050A, HTS3B, HTS4B and HTS6 Active Subwoofers; 1035B and 1036A Large Theater Sound Systems; and AIW26 Active In-Wall Speaker System.
Photo Files: AIC25.JPG, AIW25.JPG, AOW312.JPG
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Genelec, the pioneer in Active Monitoring technology, is celebrating over 25 years of designing and manufacturing active loudspeakers for true and accurate sound reproduction. Genelec is credited with promoting the concept of active transducer technology, which many manufacturers are just now incorporating into their products. Since its inception in 1978, Genelec has concentrated its efforts and resources into creating active monitors with unparalleled sonic integrity. The result is an active Custom Installation speaker system that has earned global acclaim for its accurate imaging, extremely high acoustic output from small enclosures, true high-fidelity with low distortion, and deep, rich bass.
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