Setting Up My New Genelec 8351B Speakers

[@Producelikeapro]

What did you think of the video and our lovely new Main Monitors? Please leave questions and comments for Steffenee and Genelec below!

[@McSlobo]

Noticed these some time ago and was wondering where the video was. :D

[@nicoium6698]

I am really wondering: How did adding the sub got rid of that roommode? The Correction couldn't handle it before, but it seemed to be better after adding the sub? I mean, that is why you chose the crossover quite high, isn't it? Also: Where is the sub placed?

[@FrederickLewisDeAngelis]

After you’ve had some time with them I’d love to hear how they compare to the Trio11s. In fairness you should apply tuning to the Trios as well (e.g. Sonarworks).

[@ianedmonds9191]

I had this exact idea in the early 2000s or late 90s. I knew it was gonna happen. I'm a software developer and amateur music producer.

[@RichardLacyMusic]

I've also been on the 1032As since they were new. This is a long time to work with a pair of monitors and I know them inside out, but I'm building a new, bigger room to work in and starting to think about upgrading. Thoughts on how you're getting on with them Warren, would be great. Is it subtle, or are they making you you do some things differently? Is there anything which stands out as missing from your old monitors? And that sort of stuff! Would be interested to know. Ta!

[@Monsoon1973]

I was sitting very quietly, watching the video, so I would not disturb the calibration. 😄

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha I do the same thing

[@crisbochguitar]

Same LOL

[@christopherkiyui8071]

😜😜😜

[@DaveToneMusic]

Same here

[@Nomy]

I held my breath lol =)

[@brianjosephs7947]

Nice to see that a real pro can do quality work with that same 100Hz notch that all us bedroom guys have to deal with. No excuses!

[@Producelikeapro]

Indeed! Nothings perfect!

[@werewolfmedialv]

Seriously, super inspiring to see how level the playing field truly is!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@werewolfmedialv yes, indeed!

[@zeepster]

Dream setup. That phase alignment calculation is amazing. And working with clear lows, knowing it's all phase aligned, must be heaven.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@beewirks]

Steffenee’s knowledge of the product is awesome. A total professional. Love it

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic

[@WhaleBluePRS]

27:57 ...and this is one of the many reasons we love this channel so much. Historically, Warren's preference was to mix without a sub. "Now that (he's) heard with the sub, (he) doesn't think (he'll) mix without the sub." Always learning, always growing and always passing it along to us. So nice to see the constant pursuit of excellence and open-mindedness where audio perspectives are concerned on full display here. Thank you Warren (and Eric!) and Stephanie!

[@SXTWLVE]

I mean if genelec is giving me a sub I wouldn’t want to mix without it either

[@WhaleBluePRS]

@@SXTWLVE No doubt! That setup is more than I'll make this whole year!

[@nomad1517]

It's really cool to see what a pro uses in real life and how they actually work. I love this channel.

[@WhaleBluePRS]

@@nomad1517 It's a constant source of information and inspiration for so many musicians and/or producers. A real treasure trove!

[@leandronicolas8848]

Can't go wrong with Genelec. Now here's an idea, how aobut comparing the GLM calibration with Sonarworks Reference 4, and the more "manual" Room EQ Wizard with Equalizer APO. Cheers!

[@NorthernSkiesMusic]

I changed from focal twin b's to the 8351b's a month ago. They really are amazing! The I said the exact same thing on an Instagram post...."they are so detailed I hear all of the problems in my previous work"....if I had an extra decade to burn I would remix everything. They have been a huge adjustment....but the new mixes have turned out wonderful. Enjoy the new speakers Warren!

[@NorthernSkiesMusic]

@@julianklietz6558 absolutely

[@rabarebra]

Roland made some monitors called D90 if I recall correctly over 22 years ago that used this DSP room correction. I don't really know why this is so hype and the moment at Genelec.

[@bobbykanemusictube]

Special effects and everything. I love it. There's something so rejuvenating about setting up new gear and having it it work so well right off the bat.

[@bonafontciel]

I have the same here. There is something special about them.... yep I also have the same subwoofer :D. What I like the most is to turn on/off the speakers via GLM that is very handy

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing!

[@BAADSessions]

I recently purchased a pair of Genelec 8040 for my home studio (calibrated with Sonarworks Reference 4). I live in the PA world and own d&b audiotechnik kit. I'd say the Genelecs were the equivalent in the studio world, definitely a benchmark brand. I truly am spoiled!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Paddy! Thanks for sharing!

[@stefanracecar.m3.e922]

I now own the combination of a pair of 8351A and two 7370A and this is the final setup for me. In combination with MUTEC MC3+ USB & REF10 SE120 this is a fantastic, fully digital combination.

[@infojunkie4989]

Tomorrow I should have the same!. :-)

[@mrmaramind]

Excellent video. As always a professional, courteous & gracious host to his guests. Sign of an expert buy once correctly , use for 25 years. The look on your face at 9:48 is priceless and says it all. The new monitors are incredible.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for your wonderful comment

[@gregpastic6910]

Thanks for another great video Warren. I know you'll love the Gennys more and more as you tune in to them. I've been using the 8361A speakers in my mastering studio for a few months now. My previous speakers were PMC IB1S (passive, driven by two Bryston 14B amps). As much as I loved the PMCs the Genelecs are IMHO a more accurate speaker, even before applying the Genelec room calibration. And the imaging of the Gennys....SUPERB! The Genelec room correction software is great. I LOVE being able to switch the stored listening positions! That way clients can hear the balance of the master more accurately from their sitting position. I was so impressed that I bought a pair of 8030C to use for on location recordings in halls and auditoriums so the artists can review a take if they need to. And also as an extra listening reference for me, in addition to headphones. Genelec...kiitos upeista kaiuttimista.

[@sergeyleps8492]

Hello! You write - "Genelec room correction software is great." I can't understand just one thing. After watching the video carefully and seeing that the auto adjustment did NOTHING from 300 kHz to the very top of 22 kHz. It did NOTHING for it. The green graph remained 100% exactly the same as BEFORE the correction. The question is - what is the point of GLM then, if it does nothing for 80% of the frequency spectrum? It also has (as I understood from the video) only 4-5 EQ reduction points. But GLM did not help to Raise and correct the EQ up / correct the dips. As a result, the monitors remained 80% sound WITHOUT correction. This is very bad and strange. Why didn't they immediately raise this issue in the video?

[@gregpastic6910]

@@sergeyleps8492 The video is more than three years old, and since then the software has been updated and improved several times. Nothing is perfect, ever. And, correcting low frequences (below 100 or so) is the most important area to address. Most rooms have less issues in the higher frequences but huge problems in the low end. If you have other questions or concerns I would suggest you contact Genelec directly. Their tech help is great and they respond promptly. Cheers!

[@justlooking813]

This is an unbeatable demo of GLM system set up. Bravo!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much

[@alexdeleon7135]

This system is outstanding! Completely configurable, and sounds amazing. I hope she returns for a Q&A session! Well done!

[@lydfar2392]

I mix on NS10's, I've owned Genelec and tried so many speaker's over the years... It's always exciting and I keep getting interested in new brands and technology... 20 years later, and I'm still on my NS 10's... It just didn't made that much of a difference. For recording sessions, with the musicians in the controlroom, it's nice to have big and loud speakers... For me personally, my greatest advance was when I stopped searching, for the perfect studio monitors and started trusting my ears instead. 😄

[@Tazmanian_Ninja]

So right, Lydfar! 👍 Actually painfully right, these days... As I've been obsessing about new monitors, even though I LOVE my NS-10M's.

[@petehernandez1476]

If Stephanie makes a KZbin channel, I'm subscribing! Thanks for making this one. It was sure great to have the 'behind the scenes' at your studio. Cheers, Warren! -p

[@zenosonik]

Good for you, Warren! My 1032B's were thrown into a large construction site style waste bin by my ex wife, along with all the gear I wasn't able to save in time, video's, mics, a couple of LA2A's, an 1176, master tapes and ugh! I'll leave that story alone, but I'm almost certain we had crossed paths on at-least one occasion back back when I was living & working in L.A. wearing various professional hats to support my artist self I guess you could say. You know how that goes, but I did a modest bit of session work as a guitarist on both major and independent projects for a spell, among other things we fall into. 1995 to 2001were my most pro-active years there, and, but... Well, that's a long story. Anyway, watching your offerings are part of a small handful of others that keep my hope alive. I really appreciate what you are doing, Warren. Invaluable. Thanks, man!

[@TheJediJoker]

I was lucky enough to attend the touring launch party/demo for the Genelec Ones series at The Hallowed Halls here in Portland. What they're able to achieve with the coincident drivers and waveguide, plus the SAM software, is very impressive. Steffenee was there and was both helpful and great to chat with. Great brand, great products, great people!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing your insight!!

[@LFPXX]

For 24 years I wanted to get Genelec monitors but always felt that those were out of my price range. A month ago I bought 8030C's. These sound marvelous!

[@conradhendricks177]

I have them too. They sound great. If you can afford it, you might like to use the Sonarworks calibration software to smooth out any problem frequencies in your mix room. The software makes a big difference for me.

[@steffeneecopley6761]

The 8030s are excellent monitors & one of our most popular 8000 Series! Enjoy!

[@SimonJification]

@@conradhendricks177 Seconded. The Sonarworks calibration procedure is much more thorough than the Genelec one presented in this video. It takes a lot longer and isn't just two sweeps. I was quite surprised when I did that to my Fostex monitors. The difference is remarkable.

[@allenthomas182]

OK! I thought it was over and Warren would save the subwoofer set up for another video, this is a bonus loving it! Superstar Warren has Genelec come to the studio👍👍👍👍👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha thanks Allan!! It was a great time

[@irinaratushinskaja7900]

Go Genelec! Go Iisalmi, Finland! ;)

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@WilliamOster-re6zw]

Would be nice to get your insights on your new monitors now that time has passed and youve had time to work with them

[@DaleNorth]

I swear by my 8341a so you are set forever and ever IMO. Congrats

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Dale.

[@rocketsauce5067]

She seems like a very nice and pleasant person with a lot of knowledge.

[@Producelikeapro]

Exactly!

[@PetrosAntoniouMusic]

I was feeling guilty for spending all the time for my home studio. After seeing this price, I’m feeling much better now!!! One more interesting video by Warren. Thank you!

[@Producelikeapro]

I hear you Petros! After 25 plus years of working I felt it was about time that I upgraded!

[@PetrosAntoniouMusic]

@@Producelikeapro Warren you deserve to have every studio related product ever made! Just test them for us, too…..

[@Producelikeapro]

@@PetrosAntoniouMusic you're very kind!

[@glennbucc7107]

The most insightful part of the video for me was from 12:30 to 13:30. There is so much more depth these days with everyone using limiting and multiband compression, and dynamic EQ's, todays music, every thing is more forward. So you need monitors that can provide this detail. After getting updated monitors, he wished he could remix some sessions he had as with new newer monitors as they are allowing him to hear things he did not hear with the other monitors. I found the same thing when I compared my Focal Twins to the ATC ACM 25a's. It would be nice to hear an update on how your getting along with the newer Genelec's and perhaps some of the many pros and maybe a con compared to your old monitors. If your using a Genelec subwoofer, does the 8351B's have any advantage over their smaller 8341's that also could use the subwoofer?

[@pickersgrip]

Congrats Warren! First time seeing something like this, very educational. Steph knows her stuff! ~Billy

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@pariahgaming365]

I absolutely love my Genelics. I’ve had my event 8’s since 2008. I find their bass response to be very accurate with what I hear in my cars, home stereos and earbuds. I’ll look into these and consider replacing them as well. Great video!

[@pariahgaming365]

Those are the very ones I’ve had and also since 2008 as well! I’m finally looking to upgrade. The ones in this video are just far too beyond my budget so I’m looking at either the Adam Audio A7Xs or the KALI Audio IN8s. I work for a music store so I get a decent employee discount with whichever I choose.

[@vadersgoldfish]

Got myself a pair of 8351B and a 7360a sub about 9 months ago. My quest for the perfect monitors is over. Adding a sub gives you so much more energy to play with and makes GLM way more effective. Frequency dips below 100hz - gone. ❤️👍🏻

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much for sharing that!

[@Vocalisto]

@@Producelikeapro Are you still using the 8351B and are you happy or did you switched back to your old speakers?

[@christelhall9379]

@@Vocalisto looks like he got rid of them quick

[@modern.day.meditations]

Dips around 100Hz and below are due to phase issues with the front wall. It's actually recommended to keep the monitors closer to the wall - that will result in a little base buildup (correctable by EQ) and the phase issues will be higher (medium acoustic treatment takes care of them). Low phase issues (caused by distance to the front wall) are very hard to treat with absorbers and are NOT correctable by EQ. The same situation is in Warren's room. Luckily, the sub saves the day but this monitors would've been enough in correct positioning. PS: GLM can't do nothing about dips since it only uses subtractive EQ - but even if it were using additive EQ, it could not correct them.

[@rabarebra]

@@christelhall9379 Did he really get rid of his 8351B Genelec's? If so, was it the eq'ing that was ridiculously bad? Why?

[@scottakam]

Warren is a man of many talents. And speakers!

[@Producelikeapro]

Hahaha thanks ever so much

[@thebooda]

Congratulations, Warren!! Well-deserved. I can't wait to hear you compare some of your remixes!!

[@Skykingsound]

Steffenee from the Sunset Sound video! She was great. Glad to see her back. I love these monitors. Would love some Genelec monitors for my home studio. How well does the Genelec calibration works compared to other solutions.

[@steffeneecopley6761]

Thanks for watching! It's great to be back! You can inquire with your local authorized Genelec reseller about demo options in your area.

[@richardsisk1770]

I feel like I was setting up my new monitors! Fantastic!

[@infojunkie4989]

Just ordered a pair today. Upgrading to a pair of 8351Ws with a 7370 Sub. Will move the 'old' 8341s to the synth room.

[@Johnysketo1]

As we said here in Greece🇬🇷 " Kalorizika"which means have perfect time with your new Genelecs!!! Sounds perfect even from your Lavalier microphone🎤!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! As you know I'm a huge fan of beautiful Greece! Thanks ever so much!

[@DJDickieH]

It’s pretty good that the Genelec monitors come along with their own software like that. It looks easy to use and pretty useful. It looked like a nice result with the correction of the sub. I just wish my monitors had their own software like that. Nice video Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Richard!

[@artysanmobile]

Wonderful video, Warren. I see these in my future and seeing your experience is very encouraging.

[@adamrplante]

Thanks guys, great video. Cheers from Canada. On my GLM set up I have left the calibration mic hanging over my head. That way when I click on GLM4 it shows me an SPL reading. I find that the Genelec's are so clean that they get loud before I notice really how loud they are. So this helps keep me in check for those times when I'm getting carried away. I realize that being several feet above my head the SPL reading isn't 100% accurate, but that's not the point - it's there to give me a quick ballpark check. Have fun with your new monitors!

[@mymusicmixminute]

Cool idea- thanks!

[@hl321662]

Although there's a huge difference in price, I'm very interested in how do you think about these vs the Kali IN series speakers. Considering They're both concentric design and Kali claims their speakers to be an acoustic point source while the Genelec is a real point source.

[@Producelikeapro]

I am NOT an expert in this area at all! However, I love the Kalis and for the price they are truly exceptional!

[@miguel_the_miko]

@Zack Darce depends on your budget. The first and most important thing is to setup your room´s acoustic treatment (bass traps, diffusers, absortion panels, etc) then and only then you can focus on your monitors. I currently have the LP6´s in my room and I´m really happy with them, but if you want a 3 way speaker for more detail and you have the budget for it, go for it. cheers

[@hl321662]

@Zack Darce If you’re worried about room size, you could also consider the IN-5, I’m currently using a pair and they’re really good. If your room is well-treated then the size of them IN-8 shouldn’t be a problem.

[@TheFeelButton]

Super excited for you Warren! Cheers!!

[@oddway]

Hey Warren, Are you no longer using the new Genelec's ?

[@mixinthecloud3338]

The calibration took a lot of mud out which brought the mids forward. How is the imaging? Put up a snare drum you like. Is it where you expect?

[@J-DUB-F1]

Yaaaay Steff!!, she's the bizness!...a wealth of knowledge 😉👍 Those new Genies are quite a design!...dig the variable tilt built into the base👍...waaaay above my tax bracket but I love learning about new tech. ............hope you're old 1032s don't suffer separation anxiety! 😳😭

[@wackerburg]

I must admit that I always disliked that "genelec sound". The sound of the 90ies Genelecs, just like the ones you had before, Warren. That being said I strolled around at an audio convention and waited next to the Genelec booth, because I wanted to listen to a panel which was about to start. Than a guy from Genelec approached me and I was actuallly looking for new monitors. I told him right away that I liked his kind attitude and the company, but I never liked their products. But I know that there are a lot of audio people who like them and it's all good. I am more a Klein & Hummel (now belongs to Neumann, but still basically the same team of engineers) or Geithain type of person, maybe also ATC or PSI. He told me he knows about this, ppl either loving or hating that "Genelec sound". But he invited me to just give that new series a try. I did just that and came over every single day, convention was 4 days, just to enjoy the Ones. Fantastic! I brought my own material, CDs I liked and such. I met Aki Mäkivirta, who is both very knowledgeable and kind, too. We ended up with two sets of two 8331 and a 7360 subwoofer, both were calibrated with the GLM system. I could not be happier! And not only is that series totally different compared to the older series' I always ran away from. Genelec is really a great company. The use green energy in their factory in Finland, they are happy people and not like some other pretty arrogant companies out there. One in particular; I like their products, but not their attitide. So I would not buy anything from them. Maybe from the used market, but not new. But, now Genelec blessed us with the Ones and I am not even looking for anything else. Great choice, Warren 😎 I think the GLM system should be a standard with the speakers, they should just include it and adjust the price. Our rooms were pretty flat already, but GLM also adjusts the link between the satellites (8331) and the subwoofer (7360). After those adjustments, the sub feels very "integrated", not a separate speaker, the whole system works perfectly like a unit. Soundwise, the system is pretty honest ;-) Shitty mixes sounds aweful, fine details can be heard easily and when you have a great production, those speakers deliver just that. Absolutely stunning. Really. Top notch.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing your experiences! That means a lot!

[@marc_leblanc]

Congrats on the new monitors. It's always exciting to have new toys to play with!! Hehehe

[@caseyschultheis]

3 years later are you still using the 8351b and would you recommend them today ?

[@Producelikeapro]

Use them and love them! We do rotate speakers as that is part of the job, to know many different speakers well!

[@urbanman1516]

@@Producelikeapro How's the low end? Lean or full?

[@p.m-audio]

what a lovely person she is. very nice

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, Steffenee is wonderful!

[@andreasoberg2021]

Just got these speakers as well. Very interesting to get to know them better. Very revealing speakers

[@modern.day.meditations]

Those dips at around 100Hz are phase issues from the front wall and are due to the position of the monitors. Cannot be corrected with EQ, only with thick heavy absorption on the front wall. The sub saved the day taking those frequencies out of the monitors.

[@EDDuro]

wooow awesome Lovely Genelec Congrats!!! (I'm still with 1030)

[@Simbabhebhe]

I think Dave Enringa has them too and RAVES about them. Amazing 🙏🏾🔥

[@Producelikeapro]

That's great to hear!

[@laynehoward2870]

I'm getting a set of the 8351B very soon. They will be replacing my little 8040B. Already have a Genelec sub and the GLM system. I've done a TON of research on monitors and I'm stoked to be getting the new Genelecs. It's difficult to go wrong with Genelec. I too have been using Genelec for about 20 years.

[@Vocalisto]

did you get your pair of 8351B now? If so how is your experiance coming from the 8040B? Are The Ones really better in every aspect?

[@laynehoward2870]

@@Vocalisto I did get them last September. The 8351B are as expected: Awesome. There is no doubt that they have a high price tag, but as with most things, you get what you pay for. The little 8040B are no slouches. They too have impressive clarity. Would I buy the 8351B again? Yes...without hesitation.

[@swedishvoice]

Warren! What can I say...I absolutely looooved this video! Great layout and walkthrough. Loads of Kudos to Seffenee Genelec as well!

[@hilltop9395]

This reminds me of Plato's Cave, but in the in the studio...Can't wait to hear your new mixes Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@davestanley357]

I have these monitors. They are brilliant. I started with a dip very similar to Warren's one here. I killed myself adding treatment above my head. A cloud almost a foot deep. The result was miraculous no less. That big dip has totally gone and the GLM can now do its thing way better. Not sure what the solution here is because every room is different BUT I am so happy with the null gone.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing

[@dougleydorite]

I am filling my room with absorbers. I hope I get results line you. Most of the salsa and half the ceiling will be covered with gik monster traps with an air gap

[@videosuperhighway7655]

I use a pair of 8341s in a very close near field situation, and there are bumps in the 60 and the 150hz range that really contributed to ear fatigue, with the 8341s and GLM it flattened up the response and Zero ear fatigue now, huge clarity in the mix. The ability to listen to details have been opened up because its not muddled by a 10db bump in those ranges that tired my ears when working at 80-85.

[@Mtaalas]

"The one's" sound just absolutely incredible. I've never heard anything that's so accurate, so clean and so honest. The sound truly comes all from a single point and the waveguide tech used is just nuts that nobody else ever realized to use is for studio monitors. Huge upgrade :)

[@jubalsbeat]

Wow. This is an amazing experience. Thanks for this sir

[@artysanmobile]

Excellent choice of monitor speaker for the long run, Warren. I believe the Genelec point sources are the best loudspeaker in the world. In the case of the larger 8361A, no subwoofer is needed. Is there any equipment purchase more exciting than new monitors? I remember each of my changes.

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Great speakers. And Steffenee is very smart and she has a sweet voice.

[@Producelikeapro]

Steffenee is wonderful

[@TheDerider]

Your fast motion unpacking sequences always make me laugh like classic slapstick comedy 🎭😎 The Genelec calibration system is awesome 🤩

[@gregs.1014]

Warren your videos are sooo enjoyable! Wanted to say thanks!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much

[@shayeasy]

my god, those are gorgeous and i’m sure they sound even better than they look. i just got a pair of 8020Ds for my modest living room setup and am pretty excited to start working on them.

[@DigiMixAudio]

So many options; so little time! Thanks Nathan!

[@skylisszthecolossus]

Happy For You! Nice Investment!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@jamman6]

Thanks for sharing the unboxing with us :) Love your channel!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@rickhuff9030]

This was completely marvelous!

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous!! Thanks ever so much

[@livewarp]

Great video, my only wish with the GLM control panel would be to be able to select mono. It’s difficult otherwise when using AES output from my RME UC.

[@Andrew-xc3hw]

Enjoy your 8351B monitors and I use the 8331's in Black.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic!!

[@DarkToyMusic]

Great Stuff - I just calibrated my Ones, and I stored the settings into the computer - can I unplug the Ones from the Cat 5 cables ?

[@petesawchuk]

God, SUNSET sounds unbelievable even through the lav. Well-earned; ENJOY!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Petey!

[@morespinach9832]

Is that the song?

[@pekkatervala8476]

I enjoyed this as much as your other videos, sir! Greetings from Finland.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@julienomnes6592]

Hi, may I know what is the song you're listening to at 25:00 min ? thks

[@macmovieman1]

Omg, I loved this video. I am going to order them this week!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing

[@crisbochguitar]

The difference between on and bypassed is hearable even through the lev mic 😮

[@Producelikeapro]

Great to know!

[@spdcrzy]

This is some seriously cool software - and VERY user-friendly for such a high-end piece of hardware. One day my goal is to own a pair of the highest of The Ones: the 8361A studio monitors. They're about as perfect as you can get from the size of the speaker. Eventually, I would potentially build up enough of a collection to use them in a full Atmos surround setup. That would be absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

[@selftyranny]

How would you compare them to your Focal Trios? If you could only select one pair, which one would it be?

[@andrewwebb4635]

Audio geek’s heaven! Is there such a thing as a perfect speaker? Genelec clearly think so.

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha we all have our own idea of what perfect is!

[@madmanjack6923]

Years ago, when the Roland V-Piano was the hot thing out, I went by the Guitar Center here in Nashville. They had it ran through some Genelec's with a sub. It was the first time I'd ever heard of Genelec. I was so blown away. I never forgot the name and they were forever burned into my brain. I am now in the market to upgrade my monitors that I play my keyboard through. Any suggestion? Great video. The representative from Genelec was very knowledgeable. Thanks Warren!

[@warpacademy]

Now that you've had time to work on these, how would you compare them with your Focal Trio 11s? They're in the same price point, but are really different designs. I'm currently comparing the Focal Trio 11 BEs, Neumann KH 420s, and Genelec 8351s.

[@Frank55]

I think everybody will recognize this: When you buy new (better!) speakers, most of the time I think: "My old speakers sounded better". That is not because they WERE better, but because you have been listening to them for such a long time, that your ears have become used to the sound they produce. In general it takes time to get used to new (and better!) speakers.

[@REBELDONOG]

Wonderful set up and speakers Warren!

[@7amara11]

Is the subwoofer centered on the floor under the mixing desk ? Just double checking coz i have the same setup

[@richyr777]

What are these Genelec speakers compared to the Eve audio sc3070? Eve's are in my price range but worth saving a bit more?

[@ofir5000]

Why did you replace them?

[@d.m.e]

Awesome video Warren 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@jason.martin]

Your comment of these new speakers showing more mix problems is a good thing, I like it when speakers will reveal if there is too much biting 3-4k on electric gtrs which needs to be tamed, great review as always! I am hoping to hear these in my area where I live

[@darrelladams6952]

Yeah, the Genelecs (I have old 1030As) can be brutally accurate!

[@JiihaaS]

It's both a blessing and a curse, since the amount of problems you may spot with good studio monitors is basically endless. You just get to a point where you find yourself running in circles and that's when you know your work is done. At least that's how it's been for me.

[@TRUNGANHZakaDJRACINGMAN]

love it can't live without the sub thank you for the video very helpful!

[@darbinyan5201]

Congrats Warren.

[@phillyjoe148]

She knows her stuff!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, Steffenee certainly does!

[@Eric_In_SF]

I would contest re-calibrate it when no one’s in the room. Reflections can affect the calibration tremendously.

[@rabarebra]

So after calibration and you enter the room, your body is not part of its calibration, so it will be off?

[@MadelnMachines]

What do you think of the genelecs compare to your focals?

[@nectariosm]

I was going to get these but ended up with Kii Three. I love the look of the new Genelecs though.

[@morespinach9832]

Diff price range too.

[@nectariosm]

@@morespinach9832 Was going to add the sub, so I was getting closer to Kii range with the Ones. I did get a discount on the Kii Three. But in the end still a price difference, yes.

[@electreelife]

Curious to hear why you drop them so fast?

[@Producelikeapro]

I didn’t! I have multiple rooms! They are in full time use in another one of four rooms we have!

[@electreelife]

I just got Dutch and Dutch studio 8c, check them if you can they are something else!

[@NorthernSkiesMusic]

Warren! Maybe it doesn't matter now because you have the sub. BUT I have that exact same huge null cancelation around 100. I tried many positions......but when I put the right against the wall.....the null disappeared and the reading flattened out. There is a weird cancelation that happens in the 1.5 to 3 meter distance from the wall.

[@benzakonium]

Question for Steffenee: I have a pair of 8040A monitors in my home studio. The room is approximately 5x5m and somewhat sound treated and I don't notice any major buildups of bass, but I do notice that my mixes can sound a bit bass heavy on some other systems. Would I benefit from adding a small Sub like the 7350 to my setup or would it be too much for this size room? My speakers aren't compatible with the calibration software either I don't think. Thanks.

[@kapalutheproducer20]

I love the video.. wow!! Proud of you sir. I need the old speakers lol..

[@KevinAroni-uz5rl]

Es posiblemente, el mejor video de 8351b