Genelec G Four is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Genelec. It was released in 2013. G Four's built-in amplifier provides 180-watt RMS. The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Genelec G Four to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 48-20k Hz. Genelec G Four has an MSRP of 2300$ per pair.
Genelec G Four Lifestyle
Genelec's G Series of Loudspeakers
G Four is a member of Genelec's G series of Powered speakers. The G Series are Genelec's active monitors adapted for home hi-fi, Finnish-made with built-in amplification and DSP room calibration. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Genelec G Series Speakers
Genelec G Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Genelec G Four Speaker
Genelec G Four has a Frequency response range of 48-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 48 Hz, G Four delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how G Four's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the Genelec G Four?
The crossover frequency of the G Four is set to 3000Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Genelec G Four Back View
Handheld Remote
Genelec G Four comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Genelec G Four doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to play music via bluetooth, you need to attach a bluetooth receiver to your Genelec G Four.
Inputs and Outputs
- RCA Input
- XLR Input
- Subwoofer Output
Genelec G Four External Dimensions and Weight
Genelec G Four has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 13.8 x 9.3 x 8.8 (365 x 237 x 223 mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Genelec G Four is approximately 528.5cm2 / 81.9inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Genelec G Four, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Genelec G Four Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Genelec G Four virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Genelec G Four Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Genelec G Four weighs 8.60kg / 18.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how G Four's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $3000
How does the Genelec G Four compare to the Genelec G Five?
One of the natural alternative to the Genelec G Four is the G Five which is located one step higher in Genelec's Powered Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Genelec G Four and Genelec G Five Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Genelec G Four vs G Five for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Genelec G Four has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a Aluminum finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
Genelec G Four comes with Iso-Pod Stand which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
Genelec G Four is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
Genelec G Four is available in White, Black and Raw(Aluminum).
Wall Mounting
G Four doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
What's in the Box of Genelec G Four?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of G Four:
- Genelec G Four 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)
- Iso-Pod Stand
- 5.9-feet Power Cable
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Genelec G Four.
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Genelec G Four, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Genelec G Four
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Genelec G Four speaker:
Official Brochure for Genelec G Four
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Genelec G Four speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Genelec G Four
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.