Genelec Unveils the 8380A Main Monitor – Power Meets Precision!

Genelec Unveils the 8380A Main Monitor – Power Meets Precision! Front End Audio is excited to announce the arrival of the Genelec 8380A, the latest addition to the acclaimed “Main Ones” family of monitors. Engineered for uncompromising accuracy, the 8380A is designed to deliver precise imaging, neutral sound reproduction, and immense sound pressure level capabilities - making it the perfect solution for medium to large control rooms, professional recording, mixing, mastering, and even premium home audio environments.

Built for Today - and Tomorrow
The 8380A integrates seamlessly with Genelec’s GLM (Genelec Loudspeaker Manager) software, supporting precise calibration and optimization within any studio or installation. Available in both black and white finishes, the 8380A also matches the external dimensions of Genelec’s classic 1038/1238 models, making it a straightforward upgrade for existing systems. Each unit comes shipped on an eco-friendly plywood pallet and includes the latest GLM software and comprehensive documentation.

Power, Performance, and Precision
The Genelec 8380A combines exceptional dynamics, vast headroom, and extremely low self-noise with innovative coaxial driver technology and advanced amplifier design. With time-aligned playback and unparalleled directivity control, the 8380A ensures stable imaging and fatigue-free listening—even during extended sessions.

• Drivers: 15-inch woofer, 130 mm midrange, 25 mm tweeter (coaxial midrange-tweeter design)
• Crossover Frequencies: 480 Hz, 2500 Hz
• Frequency Response: ±1.5 dB (35 Hz – 20 kHz), LF cutoff < 29 Hz, HF cutoff > 40 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 122 dB short-term, 115 dB long-term

Key Innovations

• Coaxial Midrange-Tweeter Design: Adapted from the flagship 8381A, this design delivers precise, stable imaging and a natural sound character across a wide listening area.
• Enhanced Reflex Ports: Dual front-facing ports minimize distortion and allow clean, powerful low-frequency output, even at the highest levels.
• RAM-L2 Amplifier Module: Remotable for rack installations, offering a noise-free, fanless design with advanced Class D and Class AB amplification.
• Time-Domain Excellence: Outstanding phase accuracy, reduced latency, and delay-equalized output ensure transients are preserved with clarity.
• Sustainability in Design: Energy-efficient ISS power saving, low idle consumption, and long-life serviceability underscore Genelec’s environmental commitment

Availability
The Genelec 8380A will have a sale price of $10,250.00 each and expected to start shipping in Q1 of 2026. With its blend of raw power, pristine detail, and future-proof engineering, the 8380A is set to become the new standard for main monitoring in professional and premium audio environments. If you have any questions at all, please email or call us at 888-228-4530. We're here to help!