Each Samson Resolv SE8 Active 8" Studio Monitorfrom Samson Resolv SE8 Active 8" Studio Monitorfeatures 100 watts of power, a dedicated power amp and an electronic crossover. The 8" woven carbon-fiber woofer provides tight and controlled low-frequency response, while its 1.25" soft dome tweeter gives the high frequencies a natural sound without unwanted resonance. The Resolv SE8 also includes a 4-position high-frequency lift control, allowing the monitor to be optimized for different mixing environments.

This Resolv's enclosure is constructed of solid MDF. Inset into the panel is a time-aligned waveguide that allows for a wide listening area with minimum diffraction. The SE8 is AV shielded for seamless operation near CRT monitors and other sensitive electronics. The rear panel has balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS jacks, as well as an unbalanced RCA input. Additionally, the front ports are slotted with rounded inner edges, helping reduce port noise at high SPLs.

8" Carbon-Fiber Woofer and 1.25" Tweeter    100 Watts RMS    XLR, 1/4" TRS and RCA Inputs    4-Position High-Frequency Lift Control    Active Crossover with Multi-Pole Design    Solid MDF Construction

The Samson Resolv SE8 has balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, allowing connection to professional-grade equipment. It also has an unbalanced RCA input, in case you'd like to plug in a turntable or iPod.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Did Rokit solve the black goo of death problem? I have a pair of Rocket 6s that are self destructing because of this goo.

A: KRK has not formally acknowledged the Black Goo Issue.

Q: 2. Does this connect in any way to the Mac Mini?

A: You could come out of the headphone jack into the monitor controller using this: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1252237-REG/kopul_smyc_m2pm10_stereo_mini_to_dual.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 3. are there two monitors or one included?

A: Only one monitor is included at the $499 price. I have two and have no complaints.

Q: 4. What is the differnce between the 8030C and the G Three?

A: Internally, the Genelec 8030C 5" 2-Way 100W Active Studio Monitor (Single, Raw) and the Genelec G Three are identical. The two models differ in their input connector types and rear controls: - 8030C only has an XLR input, while the G Three has RCA and XLR inputs - 8030C uses a trim pot to adjust volume, while the G Three only uses dip switches - Bass and treble EQ controls vary slightly between the two - G Three has a dip switch to turn off the LED light on the front, while the 8030C does not

Q: 5. I assume these monitors cannot be used in the vertical orientation?

A: The A8H's waveguides can be rotated, allowing them to be used either horizontally or vertically.

Q: 6. Are these speakers magnetically shielded?

A: Yes they are internally magnetically shielded.

Q: 7. Does it come with the speaker grates?

A: Sorry, grates are not included.

Q: 8. Are these Mackie HR824mk2 monitors sold as a pair or individuals?

A: The Mackie HR824mk2 monitors are sold as individual units.

Q: 9. What is the best way to attach this to my MBP? I'm doing video editing and I don't have any Mixers / USB audio interface stuff. I just have the 1/8 inch headphone jack....

A: You can use a cable to connect from the headphone jack in your Mac Book Pro to the back of this monitor. However your audio will sound nicer if you intergrade a audio interface to the setup. The cable you will need to connect two of the Genelecs to the computer is in the link bellow. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1102499-REG/hosa_technology_hmx_010y_1_8_stereo_mini_to.html

Q: 10. Which Genelec model is suitable for studios of size 50X23X13(Ft)?

A: That would really depend on your listening area. 8030's with a sub work work for one to two people in the listening area. 8050's would offer an 8'' woofer with better separation in the sonic field B&H # GE8050BPM. 1032c's would be great as well with a 10'' woofer and offer SAM technology BH #GE1032CPM.