HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA vs Bose AMM108

Short answer: the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA. It ranks #30 of 44 8-inch pa speakers by sound quality (rated 3.3/5); the Bose AMM108 ranks #33 (rated 3.2/5).

The case for the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA: Part of HK Audio’s LINEAR 5 MK II series alongside the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA: a long-throw top with three 8” woofers whose asymmetric vertical pattern reaches about 40 meters. The catch: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers.

The case for the Bose AMM108: High-quality manufacturer measurements show a smooth on-axis response (0.76dB average deviation), and the compact wedge cabinet doubles as a fill or floor monitor with 110° x 60° coverage and a 128dB peak. The catch: Preference scores of 1.09 standalone and 4.34 with an ideal subwoofer are low because the listening window spreads across 4.4dB.

Buy the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Bose AMM108.

Worth knowing: the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 2.9 to 3.7, so treat this verdict as provisional.

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Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA: $2,869.99 Estimated Full Compass eBay

Same family: the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 110 XA (smaller model, estimated 3.6/5), the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA (smaller model, estimated 3.7/5), the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 XA (smaller model, estimated 3.7/5), the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 115 FA (smaller model, estimated 3.6/5) and the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 115 XA (smaller model, estimated 3.5/5). See every HK Audio Linear 5 generation.

Pros: Part of HK Audio’s LINEAR 5 MK II series alongside the HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 112 FA: a long-throw top with three 8” woofers whose asymmetric vertical pattern reaches about 40 meters. A 1,200W peak (600W RMS) bi-amplified Class D module with DSP drives it, and HK rates it at 138dB peak with 60° horizontal, asymmetric vertical long throw coverage.

Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. Bass stops around 105Hz, so it must be paired with subwoofers.

Full HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA review and specifications →

Released	Nov 2023 (2 years ago)
Amplifier Power	1,200W peak (600W RMS), bi-amplified
Bluetooth	No
Configuration	Active 2-way PA speaker
Coverage	60° horizontal, asymmetric vertical long throw
DSP	Yes
Drivers	3x 8” woofers, 1” compression driver
Frequency Response	105Hz - 18kHz (-6dB) (manufacturer specified)
Maximum SPL	138dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Passive	No
Rigging	5 x M8 rigging points; MonoTilt 0° pole mount
Weight	55.1 lbs (25 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

• Links
  • Official HK Audio Linear 5 MK2 308 LTA Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
• Head-to-Head Comparisons
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Bose AMM108 Passive B&H eBay

Same family: the Bose AMM112 (larger model, rated 3.3/5).

Pros: High-quality manufacturer measurements show a smooth on-axis response (0.76dB average deviation), and the compact wedge cabinet doubles as a fill or floor monitor with 110° x 60° coverage and a 128dB peak. Measured bass extension of 87.5Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Preference scores of 1.09 standalone and 4.34 with an ideal subwoofer are low because the listening window spreads across 4.4dB. Bass reaches only 88Hz at -3dB, so it needs a subwoofer for music. It is passive.

Full Bose AMM108 review and specifications →

Released	Apr 2021 (5 years ago)
AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	Passive speaker; requires external amplification
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	about 76.0Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	87.5Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Coaxial Input	No
Configuration	Passive 2-way coaxial PA speaker
Coverage	110° x 60°
DSP	No (passive)
Dimensions	12.5”H x 12.5”W x 10.6”D (318 x 318 x 268 mm)
Drivers	8” coaxial woofer and compression driver
Frequency Response	88Hz - 17kHz (-3dB, manufacturer specified)
Guitar Input	No
HDMI Input	No
Maximum SPL	128dB peak (manufacturer calculated)
Microphone Input	No
Optical Input	No
Passive	Yes
RCA Input	No
Rigging	35mm pole cup; 4 x M8 inserts; 6 x M10 inserts
Sensitivity	94dB
Spinorama Preference Score	1.09
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	4.34
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	28.7 lbs (13 kg)
XLR Input	No

• Links
  • Bose AMM108 Product Page
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Spinorama Measurements
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