Bookshelf Speakers — Genelec 8350A

The 8350A is a substantial fully active bookshelf loudspeaker from Genelec, built with substantial two-way internal amplification. The 8350A brings Genelec's more accomplished current professional studio-monitor engineering to a considerable active format.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 33Hz to 22,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Internal amplification uses a two-way configuration totalling 200W plus 150W - a substantial combined figure. At 45.2 x 28.6 x 27.8cm and 12.8kg, the 8350A represents Genelec's most substantial current 8-series commitment within this comparison.

Sound and use context

Expect accurate, professionally validated performance reflecting Genelec's broader studio-monitor engineering heritage, with the substantial two-way amplification and exceptional 33Hz bass reach providing serious low-frequency capability for a bookshelf-classified design.

Pairing

As a fully active design, the 8350A requires no external power amplifier, connecting directly to a source component or preamplifier with line-level input.

Alternatives

Genelec's own 8341A and 8340A offer more compact alternatives within the same broader 8-series catalogue at more moderate scale.