Detail 01
54Hz–20kHz frequency response
Defines the monitor's specified frequency range.
Product detailSKU #1500000147711
Genelec8030C 5" Powered Studio Monitor (Each)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 8030C is an active two-way nearfield monitor for professional studios and outside-broadcast vehicles. A 5-inch low-frequency driver, 0.75-inch high-frequency driver, 50W Class-D amplification, and XLR input form its core monitoring setup. Its all-aluminum Minimum Diffraction Enclosure and Directivity Control Waveguide are intended to maintain accurate response on and off axis. The internal curved reflex tube and maximized enclosure volume support its broad low-frequency output, and Intelligent Signal Sensing moves it into power-saving standby when idle.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Professional studio monitoring where accurate on- and off-axis response is required.
- Outside-broadcast vehicles needing an active nearfield monitor with XLR input.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
110dB maximum peak SPL
Defines its specified maximum peak sound-pressure level.
Detail 03
Flow-optimized internal curved reflex tube
Works with the maximized internal volume to deliver broad low frequencies and high SPLs.
Detail 04
Intelligent Signal Sensing standby mode
Moves the monitor into power-saving standby after the system is no longer in use.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The monitor uses an XLR input.
- 02Price and title are for one monitor.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the 8030C a powered monitor?
Yes. It is an active, two-way nearfield monitor with 50W Class-D amplification.
02What size is its low-frequency driver?
It uses a 5-inch low-frequency driver.
03What is the specified peak SPL?
The specified maximum peak SPL is 110dB.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Low Frequency Driver
- 5 inch
- Frequency Response
- 54Hz–20kHz
- High Frequency Driver
- .75 inch
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Acoustic Space Control
- Yes
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
2 detailsConnections & power
- Output Power
- 50W
- Input Connectors
- XLR
4 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 11
- Depth
- 7 inch
- Width
- 7 inch
- Height
- 11.25 inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Standby Mode
- ✓ Included
7 detailsOther
- Driver Type
- Cone
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Max Peak SPL
- 110dB
- Enclosure Type
- Minimum Diffraction Enclosure
- Size
- Nearfield
- System Type
- Active
- Amplifier Class
- Class-D
