Genelec 8250A 8″ Active 2-Way DSP Monitor Speaker

Genelec 8250A Overview

The Genelec 8250A SAM™ Studio Monitor is a professional 2-way active studio monitor designed for demanding recording, mixing, mastering, post-production, radio and television broadcasting environments. Combining Genelec’s renowned loudspeaker engineering with Smart Active Monitoring (SAM™), AutoCal™ and Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM™) technologies, the 8250A delivers accurate, controlled and highly detailed audio reproduction.

Featuring a powerful 205 mm (8-inch) bass driver and 25 mm (1-inch) metal-dome tweeter, the Genelec 8250A provides an extended free-field frequency response of 32 Hz–23 kHz (-6 dB) and a highly accurate response of 38 Hz–20 kHz (±1.5 dB). Its dedicated 150 W bass amplifier and 120 W treble amplifier provide substantial headroom and a maximum short-term acoustic output of approximately 110 dB SPL at 1 metre.

Genelec 8250A Key Features

• SAM™ Smart Active Monitoring – Advanced Genelec Smart Active Monitoring technology helps optimize monitor performance for the listening environment.
• GLM™ Network Control – Genelec Loudspeaker Manager enables precise system configuration, calibration and monitor management.
• AutoCal™ Calibration – Automatically assists with room-response calibration for more consistent and accurate monitoring.
• Powerful 2-Way Active Design – Integrated amplification provides optimized power for each driver without requiring an external amplifier.
• 270 W Total Amplification – Features a 150 W bass amplifier and 120 W treble amplifier for high-output professional monitoring.
• 8-Inch Bass Driver – The 205 mm woofer provides extended, controlled and powerful low-frequency reproduction.
• 1-Inch Metal-Dome Tweeter – The 25 mm tweeter delivers clear, detailed and accurate high-frequency response.
• Extended Frequency Response – Reproduces frequencies from 32 Hz to 23 kHz (-6 dB).
• High Maximum SPL – Capable of approximately 110 dB SPL at 1 metre, providing substantial headroom for demanding studio applications.
• DCW™ Technology – Genelec Directivity Control Waveguide helps provide controlled dispersion and consistent sound across the listening area.
• MDE™ Enclosure – Minimum Diffraction Enclosure technology helps reduce unwanted cabinet diffraction and coloration.
• AES/EBU Digital Input – Supports professional digital audio connectivity alongside the analog input.
• Iso-Pod™ Stand – Helps isolate the monitor from the supporting surface and allows accurate positioning toward the listening position.
• Professional Room Optimization – Designed to deliver reliable monitoring performance in acoustically challenging environments.
• Ideal for Professional Applications – Suitable for recording studios, mixing, mastering, post-production, radio and television broadcasting.

Smart Active Monitoring with GLM™ and AutoCal™

One of the key advantages of the Genelec 8250A is its SAM™ monitoring technology. When connected to the Genelec Loudspeaker Manager network, GLM™ can automatically align monitors for level, timing and room-response anomalies. AutoCal™ further assists with system calibration, making it easier to achieve consistent monitoring performance in acoustically challenging rooms.

Accurate Sound with DCW™ Technology

The 8250A incorporates Genelec’s Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™) technology to provide controlled and predictable sound dispersion. This helps maintain a consistent frequency response both on and off axis, while reducing the influence of early reflections and supporting accurate stereo imaging and depth perception.

Powerful 2-Way Active Design

The Genelec 8250A uses an active crossover with dedicated amplification for each driver. The 150 W Class AB bass amplifier powers the 205 mm woofer, while a 120 W Class AB treble amplifier drives the 25 mm metal-dome tweeter. This active architecture allows Genelec to optimize the amplifier, crossover and drivers as an integrated monitoring system.

Minimum Diffraction Enclosure

The monitor features Genelec’s Minimum Diffraction Enclosure (MDE™) technology. The rigid enclosure design helps reduce unwanted diffraction and contributes to accurate, transparent sound reproduction. A flow-optimized reflex port also supports extended and well-controlled low-frequency performance.

Flexible Professional Studio Installation

The Genelec 8250A is suitable for professional environments where reliable and precise monitoring is essential. Typical applications include recording studios, post-production facilities, digital mastering rooms, radio stations and television broadcast facilities.

Ideal for Critical Audio Monitoring

The Genelec 8250A SAM™ studio monitor is an excellent choice for professional audio applications requiring high output, extended low-frequency response and sophisticated room calibration. Its combination of SAM™, GLM™, AutoCal™, DCW™ and MDE™ technologies makes it particularly valuable for critical monitoring in professional studios and broadcast environments.