Genelec introduces ceiling-mount and pendant-mount, Smart IP speaker models at ISE 2023. Extraordinary audio meets cable flexibility in the new 4435A and 4436A networked speakers.
Genelec, a world leader in professional loudspeakers, further expands its Smart IP networked speaker family by introducing the 4435A and 4436A ceiling-mount models at ISE 2023. The two new additions join the wall-mounted Smart IP models 4410, 4420 and 4430, offering an even wider choice of practical, easy-to-install and scalable solutions.
Launched in 2019, the Smart IP speaker series offers flexible power, audio and management capabilities through a standard CAT cable. With high-quality and truly crisp studio sound, intelligibility, and uniform coverage, all models can be freely connected to the network and are compatible with both Dante and AES67 streams, thanks to PoE or PoE+ Power-over-Ethernet.
In addition to receiving both power and audio over-IP, the 4435A and 4436A models have an RJ45 back-panel connector that provides access to Genelec’s sophisticated Smart IP Manager tool, which is downloadable and allows installers to configure an almost unlimited number of rooms, speakers and audio channels. It also includes the sensing device, which is a set of tools to equalize rooms and manage the system and monitoring. With a public API command set that allows easy integration of third-party automation systems, or less complex Smart IP systems, the intuitive Smart IP Controller system app can be used to provide the end user with basic control of key speaker functions.
Both models feature acoustically and electronically identical specifications and are equipped with proprietary internal power technology that accumulates power to produce an impressive 104 dB of short-term SPL whenever needed. With support for low-latency uncompressed audio with sub-microsecond level speaker synchronization for solid acoustic imaging, both models offer a frequency response of 55 Hz – 39 kHz through two independent internal 50 W Class D amplification levels – driving a 130 mm (5 1/8 inch) woofer and a 19 mm (3/4 inch) metal dome tweeter. This active design offers optimal audio performance and eliminates the need for bulky racks with external amplifiers and associated cabling. In addition to support for IP audio streams, analog connectivity is supported via a Euroblock connector, which can be used either as a failsafe backup or to enable IP control of an analog source.
Created in collaboration with leading industrial designer Harri Koskinen, the 4436A is Genelec’s first pendant model, while the ultra-discreet 4435A replaces the established AIC25 analog ceiling speaker. Made of durable, high-quality steel, both new models can be ordered in a variety of finishes: black or white for the 4436A model, while the 4435A can be ordered with circular or square magnetic grilles available in a choice of black or white color scheme.
Built to the highest environmental standards, models 4435A and 4436A are designed to integrate fully with any combination of Smart IP models ensuring reliable performance even in the harshest environments. Backed by Genelec’s solid professionalism and experience with unparalleled technical support, the Smart IP speakers are a safe long-term investment for AV installation projects.
“The addition of the new in-ceiling and pendant models makes the Smart IP models an even more flexible solution that can be adapted to larger and more diverse installations,” comments Kati Pajukallio, Genelec AV Business Manager. “The growing number of Smart IP speakers being used in prestigious projects around the world has clearly demonstrated that networked speakers are the future of audio installations, and we are confident that the AV world will warmly welcome these new Smart IP speakers.”
Both models were presented at ISE in Barcelona (Jan. 31-Feb. 3), at the Genelec booth 2H325.
