The PMC 8-2-XBD Configuration Twin Cabinet 3-Way Active Monitor System delivers true full-range, reference-grade monitoring by combining the PMC 8-2 mid-field monitor with the PMC 8-2 SUB in a perfectly integrated Extended Bass Delivery (XBD) design. This twin-cabinet configuration provides an impressive 6dB increase in low-frequency headroom, delivering deeper bass extension, greater impact, and effortless dynamics without the need for high monitoring levels. Designed for professional studios, mastering suites, and immersive audio environments, the 8-2-XBD offers a wide 25Hz–25kHz frequency response, exceptional transient accuracy, and consistent tonal balance at all listening levels. PMC’s proprietary ATL™ bass-loading technology, combined with advanced DSP crossovers and driver protection, ensures seamless acoustic integration between the main monitor and subwoofer. Powered by multiple high-efficiency Class-D amplifiers, the system supports analog and AES3 digital inputs with a digital through-output for simplified signal routing. Full system tuning, EQ, delay, and phase alignment are accessible via rear-panel controls or PMC’s intuitive SoundAlign™ network interface, delivering unmatched control, clarity, and reliability in modern control rooms.
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DESCRIPTION
The PMC 8-2-XBD Configuration Twin Cabinet 3-Way Active Monitor System delivers true full-range, reference-grade monitoring by combining the PMC 8-2 mid-field monitor with the PMC 8-2 SUB in a perfectly integrated Extended Bass Delivery (XBD) design. This twin-cabinet configuration provides an impressive 6dB increase in low-frequency headroom, delivering deeper bass extension, greater impact, and effortless dynamics without the need for high monitoring levels. Designed for professional studios, mastering suites, and immersive audio environments, the 8-2-XBD offers a wide 25Hz–25kHz frequency response, exceptional transient accuracy, and consistent tonal balance at all listening levels. PMC’s proprietary ATL™ bass-loading technology, combined with advanced DSP crossovers and driver protection, ensures seamless acoustic integration between the main monitor and subwoofer. Powered by multiple high-efficiency Class-D amplifiers, the system supports analog and AES3 digital inputs with a digital through-output for simplified signal routing. Full system tuning, EQ, delay, and phase alignment are accessible via rear-panel controls or PMC’s intuitive SoundAlign™ network interface, delivering unmatched control, clarity, and reliability in modern control rooms.
FEATURES
PMC’s twin cabinet format combines the PMC8-2 mid-field full-range monitor with the PMC8-2 SUB subwoofer, forming a perfectly integrated loudspeaker with the sub.
Like the smaller active XBD systems, the PMC8-2 XBD configuration gains an impressive 6dB greater bass headroom than the main speaker alone.
The XBD configuration delivers a supreme monitoring experience with a sense of boundless headroom and immediate visceral attack. But these qualities aren´t about sheer volume; there´s no need to monitor at high level as the full dynamic range and depth of bass remains consistent at all listening levels and for everything from dance to full scale orchestral material.
The XBD format delivers superlative and effortless full-range monitoring quality in modest to larger control rooms.
In an XBD configuration the audio input signal connects to the PMC8-2 monitor and is passed to the sub via the digital ‘through’ output. Once in the XBD mode the highly sophisticated DSP engines in each cabinet ensure perfect acoustic dovetailing of the two units creating an awesome performer with the option of further enhancements made with the intuitive SoundAlign™ web interface.
Frequency response: 25Hz - 25kHz (- 3dB @1m full space, on-axis)
State-of-the-art Class-D amplifiers: HF 400W, MF 400W, LF 2 x 400W, SUB(XBD) 2 x 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
Optional dedicated 19” floor stands
TECHNICAL SPECS
Type: Active 3-way nearfield reference monitor with ATL™ bass loading
Drive Unit Complement: LF2 x PMC 200mm (8”) studio 8 driversMF 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 degreesV+/-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
Type: Active subwoofer with twin 8-inch bass drivers and ATL™ bass loading
Drive Unit Complement: LFPMC 200mm (8”) studio 8 driver
Effective ATL™ Length: 3m (9.8ft)
Frequency Response: 25Hz - 500Hz (- 3dB) (@1m full space, on-axis)
Sensitivity:+4dBu input signal = 98dB SPL @ 1m
Max continuous SPL :115dB @1m(Quarter space value calculated as +3dB from half space measurement. Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration)
Max Peak SPL :121dB @1m(Quarter space value calculated as +3dB from half space measurement. Unweighted input, 20-20kHz Pink Noise (IEC) with 12dB CF for 2 hours AES2-1984 duration)
Directivity: 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
