The DAS Audio ARTEC 508A ranks #10 out of 19 total 8-Inch Two-Way Powered PA Speakers for sound quality. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.
Brand: DAS Audio
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#10 DAS Audio ARTEC 508A: $2,180.25 SoundPro eBay
Pros: Vendor Spinorama data gives preference scores of 4.32 standalone and 7.24 with an ideal subwoofer, near the top of the 8-inch ranking. Predicted in-room smoothness is 0.622 with a wide, even 80° x 80° pattern. The 500W built-in amplifier and DSP reach 122dB in a 9.9kg birch cabinet with 91dB sensitivity. Measured bass extension of 75Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Bass reaches only about 75Hz (-3dB), with 60Hz at -10dB, so it needs a subwoofer for full-range music. Listening-window narrow-band deviation is 0.30, less even than the best 8-inch models. The installation styling and high price make it costly for what is a compact 8-inch box.
How it compares: Just above it: EAW MKC80. Just below it: LD Systems Stinger 8-A-G3 - $1580 cheaper.
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 500W RMS, 720W peak (Class D) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 75Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Cabinet Material | Birch plywood |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way full-range PA speaker |
| Coverage | 80° x 80° |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 17.7"H x 9.6"W x 11.4"D (450 x 245 x 290 mm) |
| Drivers | 8" woofer, M-34 compression driver on BC-88 80° x 80° horn |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (-10dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Balanced XLR input, Speakon NL4 connector |
| Maximum SPL | 122dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | M10 flying points, 35mm pole socket, AXU/AXF/AXR bracket compatible |
| Sensitivity | 91dB |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.32 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.24 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 21.8 lbs (9.9 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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