PMC PMC 8-2
This three-way active studio monitor is designed to provide critical reference monitoring for the most demanding applications.
As with any PMC loudspeaker, thanks to its super-consistent dispersion and tonal balance, the PMC8-2 may be simply and seamlessly combined with smaller PMC speakers to create larger multi-channel or immersive systems.
The twin bass drivers are partnered with the same PMC55 mid-range tweeter, DSP system and four channels of 400W Class-D amplification used in the PMC6-2. Again, the speaker is configurable directly via the rear panel or using the browser-based SoundAlign™ software from a computer or tablet.
Together with the precisely tuned ATL™ cabinet and hexagonal Laminair™ vents, the PMC8-2 delivers phenomenal performance that approaches that of our Main reference monitors, with smooth and consistent bass response down to 25Hz, a revealing mid-range and wide, stable sound-staging. As with the rest of the range, the PMC8-2’s superb definition, fidelity, dynamics and bass accuracy allow mix decisions to be made quickly with complete confidence, and with no listening fatigue even after long sessions.
PMC8-2s can be upgraded through the addition of a PMC8-2 SUB to create an XBD system, enhancing the system’s bass headroom by 6dB. Dedicated short and taller floor-stands are available for the PMC8-2 and PMC8-2 XBD systems which position them on the ideal listening axis.
- Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading
- Frequency response: 25Hz - 25kHz (- 3dB @1m full space, on-axis)
- Max. cont. SPL: 113dB @1m (half space value calculated as +3dB from full space measurement.
Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration) - State-of-the-art Class-D amplifiers: HF 400W, MF 400W, LF 2x 400W
- Analogue / AES3 digital input (16/24-bit, 18 -192kHz sample rate)
- Digital ‘through’ output (AES3 24-bit 96kHz
- SoundAlign™ network control interface for single or group EQ & settings
- Sophisticated DSP crossover, driver protection, EQ, and delay/polarity options
- PMC8-2 + PMC8-2 SUB creates PMC8-2 XBD, with up to 6dB of additional headroom
- Optional dedicated floor stands for PMC8-2 (40”) and PMC8-2 XBD (19”)
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Specifications
- Type
- Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading
- Drive Unit Complement
- LF 2 x PMC 200mm (8”) studio 8 drivers MF PMC 55mm (2”) soft dome mid-range HF PMC 27mm (1”) soft dome tweeter
- Effective ATL™ Length
- 3m (9.8ft)
- Frequency Response
- 25Hz - 25kHz (- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)
- Sensitivity
- +4dBu input signal = 98dB SPL @ 1m
- Max continuous SPL
- 113dB @1m (Half space value calculated as +3dB from full space measurement. Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration)
- Max Peak SPL
- 125dB@1m (Half space value calculated as +3dB from full space measurement. Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration)
- Directivity
- H+/-45 degrees V+/-50 degrees (-6dB off axis @10kHz)
- Input
- XLR switchable between analogue & digital AES3 Analogue input - +20/+24dBu max. input level (selectable) - 22K ohm input impedance Digital input - 16/24-bit AES3 signal, left, right or left + right - 18 - 192kHz Sample Rate - 110 ohm input impedance Expansion card slot - For future connectivity upgrades
- Ouput
- XLR digital AES3 (fixed 24-bit @ 96kHz)
- Network
- RJ45 for use with PMC SoundAlign web interface
- Features
- Level Trim (+/-10dB) High-pass filter (20 - 200Hz, 12dB/Oct) Delay (0 - 30mS) Phase (normal or inverted) LF & HF shelving filters (20Hz - 20kHz, +/- 10dB, Q 0.707) Parametric EQ (5 bands, 20Hz - 20kHz, +/- 10dB) User presets (3 + factory defaults)
- Latency
- 2.4mS
- Amplifier Power per Channel
- LF 2 x 400Wrms MF 1 x 400Wrms HF 1 x 400Wrms
- Mains
- 100 - 240VAC auto-switching, 50-60Hz (IEC C14)
- Power consumption (idle)
- 50W
- Power consumption (max)
- 1500W
- Dimensions
- H 534mm (21”) W 551mm (21.7”) D 440mm (17.3”)
- Weight
- 39kg (86lbs) each
Manufacturer's Description — PMC
This three-way active studio monitor is designed to provide critical reference monitoring for the most demanding applications.
As with any PMC loudspeaker, thanks to its super-consistent dispersion and tonal balance, the PMC8-2 may be simply and seamlessly combined with smaller PMC speakers to create larger multi-channel or immersive systems.
The twin bass drivers are partnered with the same PMC55 mid-range tweeter, DSP system and four channels of 400W Class-D amplification used in the PMC6-2. Again, the speaker is configurable directly via the rear panel or using the browser-based SoundAlign™ software from a computer or tablet.
Together with the precisely tuned ATL™ cabinet and hexagonal Laminair™ vents, the PMC8-2 delivers phenomenal performance that approaches that of our Main reference monitors, with smooth and consistent bass response down to 25Hz, a revealing mid-range and wide, stable sound-staging. As with the rest of the range, the PMC8-2’s superb definition, fidelity, dynamics and bass accuracy allow mix decisions to be made quickly with complete confidence, and with no listening fatigue even after long sessions.
PMC8-2s can be upgraded through the addition of a PMC8-2 SUB to create an XBD system, enhancing the system’s bass headroom by 6dB. Dedicated short and taller floor-stands are available for the PMC8-2 and PMC8-2 XBD systems which position them on the ideal listening axis.
- Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading
- Frequency response: 25Hz - 25kHz (- 3dB @1m full space, on-axis)
- Max. cont. SPL: 113dB @1m (half space value calculated as +3dB from full space measurement.
Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration) - State-of-the-art Class-D amplifiers: HF 400W, MF 400W, LF 2x 400W
- Analogue / AES3 digital input (16/24-bit, 18 -192kHz sample rate)
- Digital ‘through’ output (AES3 24-bit 96kHz
- SoundAlign™ network control interface for single or group EQ & settings
- Sophisticated DSP crossover, driver protection, EQ, and delay/polarity options
- PMC8-2 + PMC8-2 SUB creates PMC8-2 XBD, with up to 6dB of additional headroom
- Optional dedicated floor stands for PMC8-2 (40”) and PMC8-2 XBD (19”)
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