PMC 8-2
PMC 8-2
This three-way active studio monitor is designed to provide critical reference monitoring for the most demanding applications.
Description
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”)
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
- Output: 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
- Cabinet dimensions:
- H 534mm (21”)
- W 551mm (21.7”)
- D 440mm (17.3”)
- Weight: 39kg (86lbs) each
- Available Finishes: Studio black