PMC 8 SUB Active Studio Subwoofer

Low-End Precision Without Compromise

The PMC (Professional Monitor Company) 8 SUB is a true low-frequency reference monitor designed to bring PMC’s signature ultra-clean, ultra-fast bass to any professional studio environment. Whether you are a mixing engineer needing to feel the sub-20Hz range or a post-production specialist requiring seamless immersive integration, this compact powerhouse delivers uncompromising accuracy. It functions perfectly as a versatile standalone sub for conventional multichannel systems or as a dedicated XBD cabinet to create a full-range PMC6 XBD midfield monitoring system.

Deep Bass with Unmatched Midrange Clarity
Unlike conventional ported boxes that can "smear" the frequency response, PMC’s proprietary Advanced Transmission Line (ATL™) technology absorbs unwanted energy while allowing the lowest frequencies to emerge cleanly through the front-baffle vent. This design effectively acts as an auxiliary LF driver, extending the bass response without the harmonic distortion often found in standard cabinets. For the engineer, this means a more detailed soundstage where vocals and solo instruments have the space to breathe, ensuring your mixes translate perfectly across all playback systems.

Intelligent Power Meets Digital Precision
Equipped with a 300W Class-D amplifier and a sophisticated DSP engine, the PMC 8 SUB offers massive headroom and surgical control. The system features the innovative SoundAlign™ web interface, allowing you to manage room boundary EQ, parametric filters, time delays, and phase inversion directly from your browser. This level of control ensures the subwoofer perfectly complements your specific acoustic environment, providing a consistent, balanced low end even when monitoring at whisper-quiet levels.

Main features:

• Active subwoofer featuring a custom 8-inch long-throw studio driver
• Advanced Transmission Line (ATL™) bass-loading for consistent balance at all volumes
• Sophisticated DSP for room boundary equalization and 5-band parametric EQ
• Dedicated XBD mode for seamless integration with PMC active monitors
• High-efficiency 300W Class-D amplification for effortless low-end headroom
• Switchable XLR input for both analog and professional AES3 digital signals
• Laminair™ airflow technology to eliminate air noise and enhance timing
• Network-controllable via RJ45 and the SoundAlign™ browser interface
• Frequency response extending down to 25Hz for true full-range monitoring
• Ultra-wide dispersion for a seamless sound field in immersive audio setups

Tech Specs:

• Frequency Response: 25Hz - 500Hz (-3dB)
• Max Continuous SPL: 109dB @ 1m
• Max Peak SPL: 121dB @ 1m
• Amplifier Power: 300W Class-D
• Input Type: XLR switchable (Analogue / AES3 Digital)
• Digital Input Specs: 16/24-bit AES3, 18 - 192kHz sample rate
• Output Type: XLR digital AES3 (fixed 24-bit @ 96kHz)
• DSP Features: 5-band Parametric EQ, 2.4ms Latency, Delay (0-30ms)
• Filters: LF & HF shelving, High-pass/Low-pass (20-200Hz)
• Control Interface: RJ45 SoundAlign™ network control
• Drive Unit: PMC 200mm (8”) Studio Driver
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 266 x 551 x 440 mm
• Weight: 18.5kg
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