PMC 8-2 (Ex-Demo)

Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading

• Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading
• Frequency response: 25Hz - 25kHz (-3dB @1m full space, on axis)
• maximum 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
• AES3 analog/digital input (16/24 bit sampling rate, 18 -192 kHz)
• Digital output 'through' (AES3 24-bit 96kHz
• SoundAlign™ network control interface for equalization and individual or group 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")

As with any PMC speaker, with its super-consistent dispersion and tonal balance, the PMC8-2 can be simply and seamlessly combined with smaller PMC speakers to create larger multichannel or immersive systems.

The dual bass drivers are associated with the same mid-range PMC55 tweeter, DSP system, and four channels of 400 W Class D amplification used in the PMC6-2.

Again, the speaker is configurable directly through the rear panel or using browser-based SoundAlign™ software from a computer or tablet. Together with the precision-tuned ATL™ cabinet and Laminair™ hexagonal air intakes, 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 midrange, and wide and stable sound -staging.

As with the rest of the range, the superb definition, fidelity, dynamics and bass accuracy of the PMC8-2 allows you to make quick mixing decisions with complete confidence and without listening fatigue even after long sessions.

PMC8-2s can be upgraded by adding a PMC8-2 SUB to create an XBD system, improving system bass headroom by 6dB. Dedicated short and taller floor stands are available for the PMC8-2 and PMC8-2 XBD systems, placing them on the ideal listening axis.

Technical 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 analog & 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
• XLR digital AES3output (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