One of China’s fastest-growing hubs for immersive audio production, 8082 Audio Studio has completed the installation of Genelec’s 8381A Adaptive Point Source Main Monitors after the studio’s three founders attended a launch event, deciding to install a pair in Studio A – transforming what was originally a voiceover booth into a high-performance environment for recording, mixing and production.
The 8381A’s wide sweet spot and powerful adaptive technology made it an ideal choice for the 35sq-m space.
Founded by audio professionals Jackie Li, Sean Xu and Chocolate Zhu, the studio’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound began in 2019 with the construction of its first immersive rooms.
With a growing reputation for innovation across film, TV and game audio – most notably for blockbuster titles like Honor of Kings, Onmyoji and Black Myth: Wu Kong, and recognising the increasing demand for spatial audio, 8082 had moved to a new facility in 2022 that now houses more than 100 Genelec monitors across seven recording studios, three mixing studios and 14 production rooms.
‘Our goal has always been to create a space where we can completely immerse ourselves in audio,’ says co-founder Chocolate Zhu. ‘Whether it’s for games, film or original music, Genelec has allowed us to experience our work with a clarity and precision that opens up new creative possibilities.’
Alongside the opportunities that immersive audio brings, stereo playback remains a crucial consideration: ‘Consistency is key in a facility like ours,’ Li says. ‘Whether you’re close to or far from the monitors, the 8381A delivers a uniform sound. That’s essential when multiple engineers are working and making decisions together.’
With immersive workflows central to its business, 8082 has created a consistent monitoring experience throughout the studio. From stereo editing to Dolby Atmos mixing, Genelec’s Smart Active Monitors and GLM calibration software ensure that each space delivers the same sonic truth.
Studio B features three 8351B coaxial monitors for high-resolution mixing, while Studios C through G rely on a mix of 8040B, 8030B, 8330A and 8030A models for detailed editing tasks. Larger immersive spaces like Studios X, Y and Z are equipped with 8341A and 8361A monitors paired with 7370A and 7382A subwoofers, while even meeting rooms and offices use G One and F One models from Genelec’s Home Audio range.
‘GLM allows us to judge sound with confidence, without needing to invest in external calibration hardware,’ Sean Xu says. ‘It’s fast, intuitive, and ensures each room sounds exactly how it should.’
During recent work on the animated series Perfect World, the power of the 8381A system became clear. ‘The track Huang featured both ethereal verses and a thunderous chorus – and the 8381A conveyed every nuance beautifully,’ says Li. ‘It doesn’t just improve sound quality; it enhances our creative vision.’
‘Genelec has helped us expand our creative imagination,’ he concludes. ‘With tools like the 8381A and GLM, we can push the boundaries of sound and elevate the artistic value of every project.’
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