RCF ART 708-A MK5 Review: Rated 3.4/5

The RCF ART 708-A MK5 is rated 3.4/5 for sound quality, #28 of 47 8-Inch PA Speakers. See all PA & Live Sound rankings for every top pick.

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Brand: RCF

#28 RCF ART 708-A MK5: $449.00 Amazon $449.00 B&H Photo Video $499.00 eBay

Older model: the RCF ART 708-A MK4 (ranked lower, rated 3/5). See every RCF ART 7 generation.

Same family: the RCF ART 710-A MK5 (larger model, rated 3.6/5), the RCF ART 712-A MK5 (larger model, rated 3.6/5), the RCF ART 732-A MK5 (larger model, rated 3.8/5), the RCF ART 715-A MK5 (larger model, rated 3.6/5), the RCF ART 735-A MK5 (larger model, estimated 3.4/5) and the RCF ART 745-A MK5 (larger model, rated 3.5/5).

Pros: A compact, affordable powered 8 inch PA speaker that is easy to carry and pairs well with a subwoofer. A compact, affordable RCF with a 1.4-inch compression driver, 128dB claimed output and FiRPHASE processing, well suited to buyers who plan to cross to a subwoofer and do not need app control. At 10.4kg it is easy to carry. Measured bass extension of 75Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The local low-quality manufacturer data has no computed preference score, making its measured tonal position uncertain.

Released	Jan 2024 (2 years ago)
AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	1400W peak (1000W LF + 400W HF)
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-3dB)	75Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data)
Bluetooth	No
Cabinet Material	PP composite
Coaxial Input	No
Configuration	Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker
Coverage	90° x 70°
Crossover Frequency	1600Hz
DSP	Yes, FiRPHASE, EQ, limiting and protection
Dimensions	18.9”H x 11.5”W x 10.9”D (480 x 291 x 276 mm)
Drivers	8” woofer, 1.4” compression driver
Frequency Response	60Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified)
Guitar Input	No
HDMI Input	No
Inputs	XLR and 1/4-inch jack input; XLR output
Maximum SPL	128dB peak (manufacturer specified)
Microphone Input	No
Optical Input	No
Passive	No
RCA Input	No
Rigging	2 x M10 inserts; 35mm pole mount
TRS Input	Yes
USB Input	No
Weight	22.9 lbs (10.4 kg)
XLR Input	Yes

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  • RCF ART 708-A MK5 Product Page
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
  • Spinorama Measurements

Frequency Response

How the RCF ART 708-A MK5 measures across the audible range. A flatter listening window (the sound arriving straight at you) is more neutral: peaks sound forward or harsh, dips sound recessed. The estimated in-room response adds what a typical room does, and there a gentle, even tilt down toward the treble is ideal. Both curves are shifted so their 300 Hz to 3 kHz average sits at 0 dB.

Listening windowEstimated in-room response

Measurement data: spinorama.org, measured by the manufacturer.

EQ for a Neutral Response

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