PMC 12 XBD Active Reference Monitor System - New

Surgical Precision & Full-Scale Dynamics for the World’s Leading Control Rooms

The PMC (Professional Monitor Company) 12 XBD is an elite mid-to-far-field monitoring system designed for the most demanding professional environments. Whether you are an engineer in a world-class mastering suite or a film post-production specialist, this dual-cabinet powerhouse delivers the unflinching accuracy and massive low-frequency headroom required for both stereo and immersive Dolby Atmos® formats. By combining the renowned PMC 12 monitor with a dedicated XBD bass module, this system provides a scale of sound and transient definition that ensures your creative decisions translate perfectly to the outside world.

Unrivaled Low-End Power and Headroom
By pairing the main monitor with a dedicated XBD cabinet, the system utilizes two high-excursion 12-inch Radial™ drivers to provide a significant 3dB increase in dynamic headroom. This configuration ensures a smoother low-frequency response and impactful bass punch that remains clean and undistorted even at extreme sound pressure levels, making it ideal for high-stakes music and film post-production.

Pristine Clarity via Advanced Transmission Line Technology
PMC’s proprietary ATL™ technology uses internal energy more efficiently than traditional sealed or ported boxes to deliver deeper, more defined bass at any listening level. Combined with LaminairX™ aerodynamic venting—inspired by F1 racing principles—the system eliminates air noise and turbulence. This results in superior timing and an ultra-wide dynamic range, preventing port noise from masking the critical midrange where your mix lives.

Precision Control with Intelligent DSP
Powering this system is the master36 DSP Class D unit, delivering 3600W of effortless authority per channel. Through the browser-based SoundAlign2™ interface, engineers can access comprehensive room EQ and perfect phase integration between cabinets. This ensures the monitor system is perfectly calibrated to your specific studio environment, offering a vast "sweet spot" and seamless sound field for immersive formats.

Main features:

• Dual-cabinet XBD configuration with two 12-inch Radial™ drivers per side
• Integrated master36 DSP Class D power amplifier unit for total system control
• Hand-built 75mm soft-dome midrange and 34mm tweeter with n-compass™ waveguides
• Advanced Transmission Line (ATL™) bass loading for extended low-frequency response
• LaminairX™ aerodynamic venting to reduce drag and eliminate port noise
• Browser-based SoundAlign2™ interface for intuitive DSP and room calibration
• Switchable XLR inputs supporting both analog and digital AES3 signals
• Massive 3600W of power distributed via high-performance tri-amplification

Tech Specs:

• Type: 3-way, four-driver, dual-cabinet
• LF Drivers: 2 x 12" (300mm) Radial™
• MF Driver: 75mm (2.95") Soft-dome (PMC75v3)
• HF Driver: 34mm (1.34") Soft-dome
• Total Power: 3600W per channel
• Amplifier Split: LF: 2 x 1000W / MF: 800W / HF: 800W
• Amplifier Type: PMC master36 DSP Class D
• Input Connectors: XLR (Switchable Analog / AES3)
• Output Connectors: XLR Digital AES3 (24-bit/96kHz)
• Control Interface: RJ45 port for SoundAlign2™ web interface
• Acoustic Technology: Dual ATL™ with LaminairX™ venting
• Effective ATL Length: 3.5m (11.5ft)
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 870 x 380 x 535 mm (per cabinet)
• Weight: 114kg total each (Master: 62kg / SUBxbd: 52kg)
• Discover the Professional Monitor Company [PMC 12 XBD]: https://pmc-speakers.com/studio/pmc-12-xbd/