Bookshelf Speakers — Genelec 8351B

The 8351B is a fully active bookshelf loudspeaker from Genelec, built with a sophisticated three-way amplification architecture and exceptionally wide bandwidth. The 8351B brings Genelec's more accomplished current professional studio-monitor engineering to a substantial active format.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 32Hz to 43,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB - an exceptionally wide bandwidth. Internal amplification uses a three-way configuration totalling 250W plus 150W plus 150W. At 45.4 x 28.7 x 27.8cm and 14.3kg, the 8351B represents a serious professional studio-monitor commitment.

Sound and use context

Expect accurate, professionally validated performance reflecting Genelec's broader studio-monitor engineering heritage, with the exceptionally wide 32Hz-43kHz bandwidth and sophisticated three-way amplification providing genuine reference-tier capability.

Pairing

As a fully active design, the 8351B requires no external power amplifier, connecting directly to a source component or preamplifier with line-level input.

Alternatives

Genelec's own 8361A sits above this model with considerably greater amplification and scale, worth further investment for buyers wanting Genelec's more accomplished current professional engineering.