PMC 8-2 (Single)

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 1200mm (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)/li>
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 SPL125dB @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
Digital input
Expansion card slot
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
MF1 x 400Wrms
HF1 x 400Wrms