Genelec W371A SAM™ Studio Woofer System

Genelec designed the W371 Adaptive Dual Woofer System to seamlessly complement The Ones series 8341, 8351 and 8361 monitors to create a full-range monitoring solution with incomparable neutrality and superior levels of control over directivity and the influence of room acoustics. A stunning revelation in low-frequency performance, the W37 features a slender vertically oriented form factor that offers enhanced placement flexibility and sophisticated onboard controls that effectively eliminate the effects of your room on LF reproduction. Loaded with dual high-performance woofers — one forward-facing and one rear-facing — the W371 subwoofer system gives you a number of ways to meticulously custom-tailor system performance to your room over the critical lowest four octaves to obtain exceptionally smooth and flat frequency response with coherent LF imaging.

Full-range monitoring without the headaches

Engineers at Music Experience know that to be able to record extended frequencies, you must be able to hear them, so we would sensibly recommend going as full-range with your monitoring system as space (and budget) permit. Aside from budgetary considerations, the problem with gargantuan main monitors is being able to properly position them. Genelec’s W371AP Adaptive Dual Woofer System is a perfect solution. The W371AP extends your response down to 25Hz — low enough to feel in your chest cavity the crush of a well-recorded kick drum or the fullness of a fat unison synth bass. And, in combination with a set of The Ones series monitors, its smart control set guides you in setting up your room for accurate full-range monitoring.

Main monitor benefits, free-standing flexibility

Now, for the first time, you can enjoy all the benefits of a main monitor, but with the freedom to locate this flexible free-standing system optimally within your control room; and even have the option to switch between nearfield and main monitors without inducing image shift. The W371 features three operating modes that allow you choose between a flat and neutral LF response without acoustic notching, directivity of the main monitor down to the lowest frequencies, or reduction of detrimental reflections by the walls, ceiling or floor of your room. The W371 then uses Genelec’s acclaimed GLM software to select and optimize the signal processing for the best LF radiation mode, taking into account both the monitor location and listening position.

What Genelec Says...

An absolute revelation in low frequency performance. With the W371A, you can finally wave goodbye to the detrimental influences of your room on LF reproduction.

Full-range, yet free-standing

The W371A seamlessly complements our 8341A, 8351B and 8361A models to creates a series of full-range monitoring solutions with unrivalled neutrality and supreme control of directivity and the effects of room acoustics. Experience all the benefits of a main monitor, but with the freedom to locate this free-standing system in optimal positions within your control room; even providing the option to switch between nearfield and main monitors without image-shifting.

Flat, smooth response

The W371A tailors system performance carefully to the room, offering flatter, smoother in-room response with more coherent LF imaging. Three different operating modes allow a choice of flat and neutral LF response avoiding ‘acoustic notching’, continued directivity of the main monitor down to the lowest LF frequencies, or reduction of detrimental reflections by the walls, ceiling or floor of your room. The W371A then uses GLM software to select and optimise the signal processing for the best LF radiation mode, taking into account both the monitor location and listening position.

Networked Smart Active Monitor (SAM™) Systems feature automatic calibration to the environment.

Now, more than ever, audio productions are engineered in tighter, more confined working environments. This increases acoustic problems and lowers the reliability of monitoring. At the same time, an audio engineer's need to trust a reliable and precise monitoring system that reproduces sound neutrally and without distortion has not changed. Built upon the solid electro-acoustic foundations of our 1200, 8000 and 7000 Series products, Genelec SAM Systems are today’s most advanced and flexible monitoring solutions. They are an indispensable tool for audio professionals, as they automatically adapt to the acoustic environment and correct for level, delay and room anomalies. SAM Systems are controlled using Genelec's proprietary Loudspeaker Manager (GLM™) network and software, enabling you to build a highly flexible and reliable monitoring system. GLM is a highly intuitive and powerful monitor control networking system that manages connectivity to all SAM studio monitors and subwoofers on the network. GLM software features adjustment of level, distance delay and flexible room response compensation equalisation with our state-of-the-art, highly robust AutoCal™ 2 algorithm automated calibration system. All parameters and settings are stored in system setup files or saved in each individual monitor or subwoofer, if the GLM network needs to be disconnected. Also, all acoustical features of SAM Systems can be optimised and tailored for different working styles or client demands. Additionally, even if the monitors or the production projects move between rooms, you can expect SAM technology to provide the highest consistency in monitoring, providing neutral soundstage imaging with low distortion – in each environment. Genelec SAM Systems offer a comprehensive, solution-oriented, intelligently networked product range supporting analogue and digital signals in virtually any working environment.

Genelec W371A SAM Adaptive Dual Woofer Features:

• Smart Active Monitor (SAM) Systems
• 14-inch (front) and 12-inch (rear) bass drivers
• Optimized amplifiers, 400W per driver
• Active crossovers; protection circuitry
• Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) Technology
• Reflex port design with Laminar Integrated Port (LIP) Technology
• Room response compensation
• Frequency range: 25Hz–450Hz (± 3dB )
• 125dB max SPL
• XLR analog I/O; XLR digital AES/EBU I/O
• 2 RJ45 control network ports

Tech Specs:

Powered Yes
Power Configuration Class D
Driver Size 12"
LF Driver Type Magnetically-shielded, Laminar Spiral Enclosure driver
Total Power
2 x 400W
Frequency Range 23Hz-500kHz (±3dB)
Input Types 1 x XLR, 1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
Other I/O
2 x RJ45 (Cat5 GLM network)
Maximum Peak SPL 120 dB SPL @ 1m
Enclosure Type Rear Ported MDF
Height  43.5"
Width  15.75"
Depth  15.75"
Weight  135 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number W371AP