Genelec home theater sound systems offers two complete systems for accurate surround sound environments

HT205A System with HTS3B

Genelec, Inc., U.S. distributor of Genelec Home Theater Sound Systems, is expanding its line of home theater products with two complete surround sound solutions. Designed to provide a musical, yet high impact listening experience, both systems illustrate Genelec’s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative sound systems to high-end Home Theater and Consumer Audio enthusiasts.

How It Began and the Benefits of Being "Active"

Genelec began developing active monitors over 20 years ago for the Professional Audio and Broadcast industries and is considered today the premier manufacturer of active recording studio monitors. It’s no wonder why Genelec Active Monitors have become the standard for leading recording studios and Hollywood film scoring stages. As the high-end consumer audio market evolved, Genelec Active Studio Monitors found their way into home theater and surround sound installations. Genelec was then asked by consumers and custom installers to develop specific products for the Home Theater market. This R & D effort resulted in the Home Theater Sound Systems — an Active Home Theater Sound System line with the ability to handle extremely high SPLs with wide dynamic range necessary to meet the needs of today’s Home Theater audiophile. From a systems installation perspective, an integrated amplifier/loudspeaker (Active) is efficient and provides a system with perfectly matched components and minimum wiring. From a systems integration standpoint, all crossovers are electronic and placed ahead of the power amps. The benefit is that each driver in every Genelec Home Theater Sound System has its own integral amplifier as well as protection circuitry. In addition, built-in equalization controls help match the loudspeakers response characteristics of the room. The result is that the sound that was originally mixed in the recording studio, film dubbing stage or scoring stage (probably on Genelec Active Monitors) transfers perfectly to the home theater environment.

Genelec Home Theater Sound Systems Offers Two Active Media Room Solutions

The first system was designed for the intimate home theater/media room, bedroom or any surround sound environment measuring up to 2500 cubic feet (H x W x D). The system consists of five Genelec HT205 two way, bi-amplified active monitors, and one Genelec HTS3B Series Active Subwoofer. At the heart of the system is Genelec’s HTS3B Active Home Theater Subwoofer that is equipped with one active magnetically shielded 10" driver, mounted on the front side of a compact cabinet, and two 10" passive radiators, one on each side of the cabinet. The HTS3B features a frequency response of 18 Hz to 120 Hz, and has a maximum SPL of 114 dB. The 200 Watt amplifier unit is integrated into the HTS3B subwoofer cabinet, which measures a compact 17" x 14.5" x 15.75". The system also includes five of Genelec’s HT205 two way, bi-amplified active monitors which are magnetically shielded speakers designed to be used where space is at a premium. The HT205 is a completely self-powered speaker with an internal electronic crossover, room response equalizers and two 40 Watt amplifiers. The monitor also features a 5" woofer and a 3/4" metal dome tweeter loaded with Genelec’s DCW™ (Directivity Control Waveguide™ Technology). Each speaker is EM s hielded for additional protection when used in close proximity to video monitors. The HT205 is available in an innovative aluminum cabinet in White, Silver or matte Black finish.

HT208B System with HTS4B

The larger system is designed for a dedicated home theater or large multipurpose family room measuring up to 4 000 cubic feet (H x W x D). The system consists of five Genelec HT208B two way, bi-amplified active monitors, and one Genelec HTS4B Series Active Subwoofer. The five Genelec HT208B Active Loudspeakers are magnetically shielded and employ an 8" woofer and 1" metal dome tweeter loaded with Genelec’s DCW. The HT208B includes an integrated electronic crossover, two 120 Watt amplifiers, room response equalizers and RCA, as well as balanced XLR inputs. Additionally, the Genelec HT208B features a Signal Sensing Auto-On/Off Circuit and a 12V/contact closure strip. The HT208B is available in Natural Birch, Light Cherry and Dark Cherry finishes. At the core of the system is Genelec’s HTS4B Active Home Theater Subwoofer HTS4B. This powerful sub shares the same design principles as the HTS3B, but is equipped with a 12" driver and radiators, along with a 400 Watt amplifier unit integrated into the subwoofer. The HTS4B has a frequency response of 18 Hz to 120 Hz, a maximum SPL of 118 dB, and measures a compact 20.25" x 18.25" x 18.25"s;.

Both new Genelec Home Theater Sound Systems packages are available immediately.