Genelec, the world leader in active monitoring, was awarded the prestigious MIPA (Music Industry Press Award) for Best Studio Monitor (Nearfield) for the 8240A DSP Monitoring System at the 2008 Musikmesse, this month. This award has become the 'Grammy' of the Musical Instrument and Pro Audio industries.

Genelec, the world’s leader in active monitoring systems, announces the appointment of industry veteran Scott Esterson to the newly created position of Western Sales Manager. The position increases Genelec’s west coast presence and reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to providing both professional and home users with high-quality, up-to-date monitoring solutions.

5.1 surround audio broadcast at the 50th Annual GRAMMY® Awards Show, handled by award-winning recording specialists XM Productions/Effanel Music, utilizing Genelec 8200 Series DSP monitors in surround sound configuration.

The latest Genelec Accessories catalogue is now available on-line! The range of high quality active loudspeaker system accessories is expanding to give ultimate flexibility in the planning, design and installation of Genelec loudspeakers.

Many accessories in the range are again designed and manufactured in partnership with K&M from Germany.