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Genelec SAM 8320A Studio Monitor in Black
Professional Desktop Speakers For Music Production And Recording
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
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If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: 8320AMM-7
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Product Description
Compact, powerful and incredibly intelligent, the Genelec 8320A SAM Studio Monitor is designed to deliver transparent, truthful sound in even the tightest of spaces. As your entry point into Genelec’s Smart Active Monitoring family, it combines precise on and off axis performance with automatic room calibration via GLM software, giving you reliable, repeatable results whether you are mixing music, post-production or content creation.
Despite its small footprint, the 8320A offers impressive low frequency extension and a wide, uncoloured sweet spot, so you can trust what you are hearing wherever you are positioned. Its die-cast recycled aluminium enclosure, rear port and integrated waveguide work together to provide detailed, controlled sound, while the built-in Class D amplification keeps everything clean and efficient.
Smart Active Monitoring with GLM
At the heart of the 8320A is Genelec’s Smart Active Monitoring technology, which works in tandem with the GLM (Genelec Loudspeaker Manager) software. Using a calibrated measurement microphone and GLM, the monitor analyses your room and automatically compensates for problematic acoustics, tailoring frequency response and level for your exact listening position. The result is a system that adapts to your environment, helping you make confident decisions even in challenging or temporary spaces.
Compact Size, Serious Performance
Measuring just 242 x 151 x 142 mm with its Iso-Pod, the 8320A is compact enough for desktops, edit suites and mobile rigs, yet it still delivers a maximum SPL of 100 dB and a frequency response from 55 Hz to 23 kHz (minus 6 dB). The rear-ported enclosure and carefully matched drivers provide punchy, controlled bass and smooth, extended highs, so you do not have to sacrifice full-range clarity just because you are short on space.
Recycled Aluminium Enclosure and Integrated Waveguide
The 8320A’s curved, die-cast aluminium cabinet is not just robust and sustainable, it is also acoustically optimised. The rigid enclosure minimises resonances, while the integrated waveguide shapes dispersion for consistent imaging and tonal balance both on and off axis. This wide, stable sweet spot means you can move around your workspace without losing perspective on your mix.
Flexible Connectivity and System Integration
With an analogue XLR input and dual RJ45 control ports, the 8320A slots easily into modern studio setups and larger Smart Active Monitoring systems. Whether you are running a single pair for stereo work or building out a more complex immersive configuration, the 8320A can be networked, calibrated and controlled via GLM, giving you a scalable monitoring platform that grows with your needs.
Features
- Smart Active Monitoring with GLM Calibration - Integrates with Genelec’s GLM software to measure your room and automatically adjust each monitor for optimal response, helping to counteract acoustic issues so you hear a more accurate representation of your mix.
- Compact Footprint with 100 dB SPL - The small enclosure fits easily on crowded desks or in tight control rooms while still delivering up to 100 dB of sound pressure, giving you enough level and headroom for serious monitoring in space-conscious environments.
- Wide, Uncoloured Sweet Spot - The integrated waveguide and carefully voiced drivers provide consistent, neutral sound both on and off axis, so your stereo image and tonal balance remain stable even when you move away from the exact centre position.
- Recycled Aluminium Enclosure with Rear Port - The rigid, curved aluminium cabinet and rear bass port combine to reduce unwanted resonances and extend low frequency performance, delivering tight, controlled bass and long-term durability in a compact form factor.
Specifications
General
- Model: Genelec 8320A SAM Studio Monitor
- Colour: Black
- Type: 2-way active Smart Active Monitor
Performance
- Maximum SPL: 100 dB
- Frequency Response: 55 Hz - 23 kHz (minus 6 dB)
- Accuracy of Frequency Response: ± 1.5 dB (66 Hz - 20 kHz)
Drivers
- Bass Driver: 105 mm diameter
- Treble Driver: 19 mm diameter
Amplification
- Amplifier Power (Bass): 50 W Class D
- Amplifier Power (Treble): 50 W Class D
Enclosure and Dimensions
- Enclosure Material: Recycled aluminium
- Enclosure Type: Rear-ported
- Dimensions (with Iso-Pod): 242 x 151 x 142 mm (H x W x D)
- Weight: 3.2 kg
Connectivity and Control
- Audio Inputs: 1 x XLR analogue input
- Control Ports: 2 x RJ45 (for SAM / GLM control)
