/ Monitor Controllers
Genelec
GLM 4.1 Genelec is marking the 15th anniversary of its GLM loudspeaker manager software. Now on version version 4.1, which we will be reviewing in Resolution V21.6, it has come a long way in terms of look, feel and operation over that time and is now heavily integrated with the company's Smart Active Monitors and subs. The GLM system utilises a network interface, measurement microphone, and the SAM DSP to optimise speaker response and phase whatever combination of Genelec equipment and/or listening positions the user sees fit to check. The process is operated via a slick software GUI, which had an overhaul for the latest incarnation, and provides a user-friendly front-end for the underlying ‘AutoCal’ process and any other EQ changes you may wish to make. Different combinations of speakers and listening locations can the be saved as Groups, and recalled when needed from the GLM software and/or stored in the cloud. A single Group can also be saved to the speakers as a default setting to remove the need for software activation. www.genelec.com
Grace Design
M908 Monitor Controller Grace’s latest monitor controller delivers multichannel and immersive audio monitoring in formats up to 24 channels. The system comprises three parts: the Audio Control Unit (ACU) is a 2U rackmount unit handling audio I/O and DSP (which includes bass management and comprehensive EQ options); the RCU remote and a PSU. The ACU comes with 68 potential digital inputs (AES/EBU, ADAT, USB2 and TOS-LINK), 24 digital outputs (AES/EBU) and 16 channels of balanced analogue outputs. Options allow a further 32 channels of I/O over either Dante, MADI or DigiLink, and up to 16 analogue inputs. Additional rear panel connections are available for word-clock, an external talkback microphone, talkback footswitch and output. In a recent Resolution review (V19.6), Jon Thornton concluded the RCU was “a nicely engineered and tactile piece of kit,” while the audio quality of the system was “astonishingly good.” www.grace-design.com D21.1 / 18
