Genelec AOW312B Active On-Wall Loudspeaker Overview

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HTKamikazee

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When it comes to cost-no-object loudspeakers, the 3-Way Genelec AOW312B Active Loudspeaker deserves to be mentioned. Take a look at this impressive loudspeaker.
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This model has been designed for medium to large commercial installations so, you can expect high SPL levels from this bad boy. The AOW312B features a single 12-inch bass driver, which is powered by a dedicated 180-Watt amplifier, which rests inside the outboard amp, a single 5-inch midrange driver powered by a dedicated 120-Watt amp and a 1-inch metal dome tweeter also powered by its own 120-Watt amp.

What about the amp (you might ask)? The AOW312B's outboard amplifier, or RAM4 as it is called, is a black box designed to be rack mounted in a standard and takes three rack spaces. It measures 5.25" (H) by 19" (W) and 13" (D) and weighs 27 pounds. This loudspeaker also features crossover controls that allow for accurate matching of the loudspeaker systems to different room acoustic conditions.
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Another thing to note is that the AOW312B doesn't connect to the RAM4 via traditional speaker cables/interconnects. It uses Speakon cable connectors, which look like balanced or XLR terminated interconnects, but instead of featuring three prongs they have a single, circular connector in the center. You can also connect the RAM4 to your preamp/processor via balanced interconnects only.

So there you have it, guys. Check out the following features and specifications and let us know what you think about this massive speaker.

FEATURES:
  • Bass, midrange and treble controls are included to allow the speakers to be matched to the acoustic conditions in different control rooms.
  • Designed as an active loudspeaker system, each AOW312B system contains an individually matched 19” 3U RAM4 amplifier unit with multiple power amplifiers, active crossover filters and protection circuitry.
  • The unique Directivity Control Waveguide™ (DCW™) technology developed by Genelec provides extremely stable and accurate imaging and frequency balance even in difficult acoustic environments.
  • Each amplifier is factory calibrated with the individual loudspeaker they are shipped with in order to eliminate the effects of component tolerances and ensuring consistent quality and long term reliability.
  • The RAM4 features also an ‘Autostart’ function and two types of remote switching terminals: a 12V trigger and a contact closure switch.
  • The amplifiers are designed to operate at very low THD and IM distortion values and incorporate special circuitry for driver overload protection and amplifier thermal protection.
  • The included mounting brackets allow the AOW312B to be positioned either straight ahead or at a 15-degree angle for improved focus and imaging. The brackets also allow the cabinets to be mounted with a ±15 degree angle offset to the wall to facilitate energy focus at desired listening locations.
SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Sensitivity: 116dB (123dB Peak)
  • Frequency Response: 37 Hz – 20 kHz (± 2.5 dB) / 35 Hz – 22 kHz (- 3 dB)410 Hz and 3 kHz
  • Inputs: 1 x XLR analog in
  • Bass Driver Size: 12-inch
  • Midrange Driver Size: 5-inch
  • Tweeter Driver Size: 1-inch
  • Bass Driver Amp Power: 180W
  • Midrange Driver Amp Power: 120W
  • Tweeter Driver Amp Power: 120W
  • Dimensions: 59" (H) x 15.75" (W) x 6.89" (D)
  • Weight: 95 lbs. (with grille)
Price: $10,999.99/each (includes outboard amplifier).

Take a look at this front stage featuring 3 of these massive loudspeakers. What do you think?
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j_garcia

j_garcia

Audioholic Jedi
Seems like I haven't heard that name in a long time... Looking pretty good. Waiting for actual review :)
 
walter duque

walter duque

Audioholic Samurai
Funny, thing I paid a 1/3 rd of the price of one of these speakers for my 7.2 system which retails for over 40k. That's 77k for a 7.0 system. They better sound good.
 
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