PMC8-2

PMC8-2

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

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.

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