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Genelec 1238AC Triamplified SAM Monitor System with RAM-L Amplifier

BH #GE1238ACPM • MFR #1238ACPM
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Genelec 1238AC Triamplified SAM Monitor System with RAM-L Amplifier
Key Features
  • Center-Channel Studio Monitor
  • 2 x 10" Low-Frequency Woofers
  • 5" Midrange-Frequency Cone Woofer
  • 1" Metal Dome High-Frequency Tweeter
Designed for multichannel applications where space is limited around the video monitor or the viewing window, the 1238AC Triamplified SAM Monitor System with RAM-L Amplifier from Genelec incorporates dual 10" woofers plus a 5" midrange driver and a 1" tweeter. This center-channel studio monitor is powerful but focused—the large Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW) ensures precise on- and off-axis imaging even in challenging acoustic environments. AutoCal compensates for detrimental room influences to optimize your setup for your listening environment, while Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) software allows for the fine adjustment of up to 30 individual Smart monitors and Smart subwoofers to facilitate multichannel audio setups.
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Genelec 1238AC Overview

Designed for multichannel applications where space is limited around the video monitor or the viewing window, the 1238AC Triamplified SAM Monitor System with RAM-L Amplifier from Genelec incorporates dual 10" woofers plus a 5" midrange driver and a 1" tweeter. This center-channel studio monitor is powerful but focused—the large Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW) ensures precise on- and off-axis imaging even in challenging acoustic environments. AutoCal compensates for detrimental room influences to optimize your setup for your listening environment, while Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) software allows for the fine adjustment of up to 30 individual Smart monitors and Smart subwoofers to facilitate multichannel audio setups.

Smart Active Monitoring (SAM) technology
Optimized amplifiers
Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) technology
Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW)
Active crossovers
Protection circuitry

Genelec 1238AC Specs

Key Specs
Monitor Type & Configuration
Active 3-Way
Total Power Output
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25 mm Metal Dome
Midrange
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Cone
Woofer
2x 10" / 25.4 cm Cone
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input
1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Output
Network I/O
2x RJ45 Ethernet
Wireless
No
Number of Included Monitors
Single Monitor
Enclosure
Bass-Reflex/Ported, Shielded
Total Power Output
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Drivers
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25 mm Metal Dome
Midrange
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Cone
Woofer
2x 10" / 25.4 cm Cone
Amplifiers
HF: 200 W
MF: 250 W
LF: 500 W
Performance
Frequency Response
35 Hz to 20 kHz ± 2 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
124 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
115 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.01%
Maximum Input Level
+25 dBu
Analog Input Sensitivity/Gain
+18 to 0 dBu (Incrementally Variable)
Protections and Limiting
Driver Protection
Signal Processing
EQ
4x LF Notch/Peak
2x HF Notch/Peak
2x LF Shelf
2x HF Shelf
Crossover Frequency
Low-Pass: 420 Hz
High-Pass: 3 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input
1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Output
Network I/O
2x RJ45 Ethernet
USB
No
Wireless
No
Power
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
0.5 W (Standby)
25 W (Idle)
750 W (Maximum)
Physical
Color
Black
Monitor Orientation
Horizontal
Dimensions (W x H x D)
37.4 x 13.8 x 17.8" / 950 x 350 x 453 mm
16.7 x 3.1 x 9.9" / 425 x 80 x 252 mm (Amplifier)
Weight
143.0 lb / 64.9 kg (with Amplifier)
132.3 lb / 60.0 kg (without Amplifier)

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