This three-way active studio monitor is designed to provide critical reference monitoring for the most demanding applications.

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”)
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
Ouput : 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
Dimensions:

H 534mm (21”)

W 551mm (21.7”)

D 440mm (17.3”)

Weight: 39kg (86lbs) each
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"Good "
Mr S, Bangkok
"Very happy with them. "
Mr J, Brooklyn NY
"Initial listening was pure joy, amazing! I can’t wait to produce excellent Mastering results using these PMC 8-2. "
Mr C, Berwick
"the 8-2’s awesome upgrade on our TwoTwo8’s – got working on them straight away with no ‘learning curve’. They’re fun to work on but very revealing of the bad! "
Mr C, London
"I got the PMC 8-2s and I got depressed when the demos were taken away. I just had to get them or else I was not stepping into my studio to do ANYTHING! And it happened. Incredibly balanced pair of monitors. They are perfection. "
Mr E, Kempston/Bedfordshire
"I am very satisfied with the XBD system. "
Mr L, Ljubljana

Customer Reviews

"Good "
Mr S, Bangkok
"Very happy with them. "
Mr J, Brooklyn NY
"Initial listening was pure joy, amazing! I can’t wait to produce excellent Mastering results using these PMC 8-2. "
Mr C, Berwick
"the 8-2’s awesome upgrade on our TwoTwo8’s – got working on them straight away with no ‘learning curve’. They’re fun to work on but very revealing of the bad! "
Mr C, London
"I got the PMC 8-2s and I got depressed when the demos were taken away. I just had to get them or else I was not stepping into my studio to do ANYTHING! And it happened. Incredibly balanced pair of monitors. They are perfection. "
Mr E, Kempston/Bedfordshire
"I am very satisfied with the XBD system. "
Mr L, Ljubljana

OPTIONS & UPGRADES

upgrade
The PMC8-2 SUB is a larger subwoofer for full-bandwidth, high-resolution reference monitoring in the most demanding professional environments.
Add a Sub
upgrade
Upgrading the PMC8-2 to an XBD monitor system offers huge benefits to all discerning professionals. Find out more!
Extend to XBD
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JON KONG

ARTIST, PRODUCER, ENGINEER on the PMC8-2

THE SOUNDALIGN INTERFACE

TAKE CONTROL

SOUNDALIGN digital interface
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The SoundAlign™ web interface is a simple and intuitive means of controlling and configuring our nearfield and midfield active monitors and subwoofers. Each monitor incorporates an internal web server accessible over a standard wired Ethernet connection using a web browser on any smartphone, tablet, PC, or Mac. It makes set-up easy, whether it’s stereo or the most complex immersive system.
ABOUT SOUNDALIGN
One of the keys to our legendary natural, uncoloured sound is our Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) bass-loading. ATL uses energy generated by the bass unit in a much more intelligent and efficient way than speaker designs based on ported or sealed boxes. Our Laminair airflow technology further enhances ATL and improves definition, timing and eradicates unwanted air noise.
ABOUT ATL & LAMINAIR
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Conventional monitors have narrow dispersion which restricts the width of the accurate listening area
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PMC monitors have wide dispersion to provide accurate sound across the widest possible listening area
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WIDE DISPERSION

All PMC monitors have ultra-wide dispersion and a linear off-axis response. This creates a vast sweet spot for stereo and a seamless sound field for immersive formats, allowing sounds to be placed and adjusted with complete precision.

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