Genelec SAM 7.1.4 arrives at Bridge_48, future Dolby Atmos studio

The center for creation and advanced training in musical production Bridge_48 integrates immersive sound system Genelec SAM 7.1.4 to consolidate itself as one of the reference studies of its class with certification Dolby Atmos from Barcelona.

Bridge_48, project created by and for music producers and artists Located in Poblenou, it seeks to become the epicenter of the creative and cultural community of Barcelona. The space has 850 square meters of facilities including production studios, coworking, professional mixing services mastering, seminars, workshops, masterclasses and specialized training.

The initiative has recently expanded its offer with the installation of a new infrastructure called UCO – Cinematic Sound, offering a studio that includes an immersive sound system Genelec SAM 7.1.4. This includes 2 3-way, 8” coaxial monitors 8531; 1 active 2-way monitor, 6.5″ 8340;4 SAM 2-way, 5″ active monitors 8330; 4 active 2-way monitors, 4″ 8320, and a self-powered subwoofer, 12″ 7370. The material has been supplied by CutOff, a Barcelona company specialized in professional equipment.

Juan Damiani, one of those responsible for Bridge_48, confirms that the integration of these solutions has been aimed at achieving Dolby certification that will allow it “shortly” to have the “certification Dolby Atmos in Barcelona.” Damiani and his colleagues had previously worked with Genelec, which led them to opt for this brand's solutions. “On the other hand, we also want to highlight the collaboration and empathy with the project that the Audio-Technica Iberia staff has shown,” added the technician, who also highlights the “usefulness of the calibration system” regarding this installation. GLM”.

Genelec equipment in Bridge_48

The SAM tri-amplified 3-way coaxial monitor, 8″ 8351B It represents a “real revolution” in the design of three-way monitors. It substantially improves the exemplary performance of its iconic predecessor, the “A” model, offering higher SPL, additional EQ for room compensation, equalized delay and improved HF response. Additionally, the SAM 2-way 6.5” active monitor 8340A, incorporates Genelec's MDE and DCW technologies, class D amplification, a flow-optimized reflex port, the ability to offer a high sound pressure level, low coloration and wide bandwidth, and a universal power supply.

The smart compact active monitor 8330A2-way 5" monitor offers an advanced and flexible monitoring solution, incorporating Genelec's exclusive MDE and DCW technologies, an optimized reflex port, high SPL and a wide, coloration-free frequency response, all in an extremely compact form factor. Additionally, the smart 2-way 4" compact active monitor 8320A It is presented as the “most advanced and flexible monitoring solution offered by the current market.” The system offers a wide variety of features, such as Genelec MDE and DCW technologies, an optimized reflex port and a very neutral frequency response.

Finally, the SAM 12″ self-powered subwoofer 7370A from Genelec provides accurate bass monitoring in all types of analog and digital applications, and incorporates AutoCal and GLM technologies. It incorporates the patented Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE) that provides more output level with precise bass articulation and very low distortion, and has a Class D amplifier designed and manufactured by Genelec, which provides high SPL, high reliability and very low distortion.