Genelec (booth C3258) is launching the new 7040A, a compact subwoofer designed to complement the company’s 8010, 8020 and M030 active monitors.
The 7040A is the latest addition to Genelec’s line of active monitors, and like the rest of the product line, all electronics, amplifier circuitry, drivers and enclosure have been designed and assembled, tested and calibrated individually in the Genelec factory in Finland.
The 7040A incorporates the company’s Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE) technology, with the enclosure design the result of more than 10 years of research work and manufacturing experience that helps allow the 7040 to achieve a high sound pressure level and move high volumes of air without distortion.
Small rooms have limited floor space, and Genelec engineers have optimized the 7040 subwoofer enclosure with this in mind. With external dimensions of 16.125 x 13.75 x 8.125-inch (410 x 350 x 205 mm), the 7040A has a footprint that is smaller than that of a small practice guitar amplifier. It is also narrow enough to fit in a 19-inch rack and weighs 25 lb (11.3 kg).
Calibration of the Genelec 7040A subwoofer to the listening environment is done using DIP switches located on the subwoofer connector panel. These controls address typical monitoring placement configurations.
The 7040A produces 100 dB of sound pressure level (SPL) using a 6 ½-inch woofer and a Genelec-designed Class D amplifier. At the lowest frequencies this SPL is radiated from the bass reflex port by channelling large volumes of air movement through it. The LSE enclosure is made from a spiral-shaped strip of steel, providing mechanical stability for the large pressures generated inside the subwoofer. The spiral forms the bass reflex port as well, enabling linear airflow. This flow-optimized construction provides extended low frequency capacity and low distortion.
For engineers and mixers on the go, an optional carry bag allows professionals to transport the 7040A to serve any monitoring space.