PMC 8-2 XBD Active Mid-field Monitor System

Boundless Headroom and Unmatched Precision

The PMC 8-2 XBD is the ultimate twin-cabinet monitoring solution for discerning mixing and mastering engineers. By integrating the PMC 8-2 mid-field monitor with a dedicated subwoofer, this system delivers a supreme full-range experience. Whether scoring orchestral arrangements or mixing high-energy tracks, the 8-2 XBD provides the visceral attack and transparent detail required for world-class production.

Patented ATL™ and Laminair™ Airflow
One of the keys to the legendary PMC sound is Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) bass-loading. Unlike traditional ported designs, ATL uses energy from the bass unit more efficiently to produce deeper, cleaner low-end. This is further enhanced by Laminair™ airflow technology, which eradicates air noise and improves timing, ensuring your transients remain sharp and defined.

Massive Bass Headroom for Critical Listening
Upgrading to the XBD configuration provides a massive 6dB gain in bass headroom compared to the main speaker alone. This ensures the full dynamic range and depth of bass remains consistent at all listening levels, offering an effortless, "boundless" monitoring experience that prevents ear fatigue during long, high-stakes sessions.

Precision DSP and SoundAlign™ Control
Each cabinet features a sophisticated DSP engine that ensures perfect acoustic dovetailing between the monitor and sub. Through the intuitive SoundAlign™ web interface, engineers can manage single or group EQ settings, delay, and polarity via a standard Ethernet connection, allowing for precise room calibration with professional ease.

Main features:

• 3-way active twin-cabinet mid-field reference monitor system
• Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) bass loading technology
• Twin 8-inch studio drivers in each cabinet for maximum punch
• Dedicated 400W Class-D amplification for every driver channel
• Seamless integration via sophisticated internal DSP engine
• Ultra-wide dispersion for a vast and accurate stereo sweet spot
• Switchable analogue and AES3 digital inputs
• Integrated SoundAlign network interface for remote calibration
• Built-in driver protection and sophisticated crossover filters
• Global auto-switching power supply for touring flexibility

Tech Specs:

• Type: 3-way Active Midfield Monitor with ATL™
• LF Driver Size: 2x 200mm (8”) per cabinet
• MF Driver Size: 55mm (2”) soft dome
• HF Driver Size: 27mm (1”) soft dome tweeter
• Total Power: 1500W (per stack)
• Frequency Response: 25Hz - 25kHz (- 3dB)
• Max Peak SPL: 125dB @1m
• Effective ATL™ Length: 3m (9.8ft)
• Input Types: XLR (Analogue & AES3 Digital)
• Network: Ethernet (SoundAlign web interface)
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 1068 x 551 x 440 mm (PMC8-2)
• Weight: 76.5 kg (PMC8-2) | 18.5 kg (Sub)
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