Bookshelf Speakers — Genelec 4040A

The 4040A is a fully active bookshelf loudspeaker from Genelec, sitting above the 4030C within the brand's 4-series with considerably greater internal amplification. The 4040A brings Genelec's more accomplished current professional studio-monitor engineering to a more capable active format.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 50Hz to 25,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Internal amplification delivers 2 x 120W - considerably more than the 4030C's 2 x 50W. At 35.0 x 23.7 x 22.3cm and 9.9kg, the 4040A represents a considerable step up in scale and amplification from the 4030C.

Sound and use context

Expect more substantial dynamic performance than the 4030C, reflecting the considerably increased 120W-per-channel internal amplification within Genelec's broader studio-monitor engineering heritage.

Pairing

As a fully active design, the 4040A requires no external power amplifier, connecting directly to a source component or preamplifier with line-level input.

Alternatives

Genelec's own 4030C sits below this model with more modest amplification for buyers wanting a more compact, accessible alternative.