TECHNICAL DATA
DesignMax DM8C-SUB
in-ceiling subwoofer
Product Overview
DesignMax loudspeakers bring outstanding audio
and aesthetics to any commercial space. The 150watt DesignMax DM8C-SUB subwoofer features
an 8-inch woofer and delivers a 38 Hz - 155 Hz
frequency range. The DM8C-SUB is ceiling-mounted,
installed easily via QuickHold mounting arms. And
with both black and white versions available, the
DM8C-SUB is easy to integrate with any décor.
Key Features
Deliver instantly impressive sound with custom Bose drivers — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, use select
Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ
Blend into any room design with elegant form factors, minimum-bezel grilles available in black or white, and removable
logos
Reduce installation time with the patented QuickHold mounting system, which also reduces strain, hassle, and the chance
of product damage
Install easily — includes Euroblock connectors; plenum-rated backcan, tile-bridge, and front-access audio wiring that
makes installation and troubleshooting easier
Deliver high SPL for demanding applications
Technical Specifications
SINGLE LOUDSPEAKER PERFORMANCE
Frequency Response (-3 dB)
Frequency Range (-10 dB)
Nominal Coverage Angle Omnidirectional below 200 Hz
Nominal Coverage Angle (1 - 10 kHz) Omnidirectionl below 200 Hz
Power Handling, long-term continuous 150 W 180 W
Power Handling, peak 600 W 720 W
Sensitivity (SPL/ 1W @ 1 m)
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m
Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak 117 dB 11 8 dB
Recommended High-Pass Protection 40 Hz with recommended 18 dB / octave filter
Recommended Crossover 80 - 200 Hz (via active crossover in DSP)
Transformer taps
TRANSDUCERS
Low Frequency 1 x 8-inch woofer (203 mm)
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms (transformer bypass)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
45 - 117 Hz
38 - 155 Hz
Bose extended-lifecycle test
89 dB 89 dB
111 dB 112 dB
70V: 20, 40, 80, 150 W, bypass
100V: 40, 80, 150 W, bypass
(4)
AES component test
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DesignMax DM8C-SUB
in-ceiling subwoofer
PHYSICAL
Enclosure Material Engineered-plastics front bae with integrated steel formed back can
Grille Magnetically attached perforated steel, powder-coated finish, paintable, with safety-tether
Logo Rotatable, removable
Color Black: Ral 9005, White: Bose Arctic White, Paintable
Environmental Indoor only
Safety Agency UL-1480A, S5591/ UL Listed, in compliance with UL2043 for plenum-space installation, NFPA70 &
Operating Temperature Range 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
Connectors Euroblock 6-pin connector with loop-through, front-bae mounted. Accepts 18 AWG
Wire / Conduit Entry Single top wire entry point, allows for 9.5 mm (3/8 in) conduit
Suspension / Mounting Three (3) QuickHold, spring-loaded mounting arms plus three (3) safety cable locations
Maximum Ceiling Thickness 76 mm (3.0 in)
Prodcut Dimensions (Grille Diameter x Depth) 409 × 255 mm (16.1 × 10.0 in)
Backcan Dimensions (Diameter x Depth) 342 × 241 mm ( 13.5 × 9. 5 in)
Ceiling Cutout 349 mm ( 13. 8 in)
Net Weight, Loudspeaker with grille (single)
Net Weight, Tile Bridge 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
Shipping Weight 12.9 kg (28.5 lb)
Included Accessories Adjustable Tile-Bridge, Template
Optional Accessories Rough-in 6-pack for new construction
PRODUCT CODES
829380-0110 DESIGNMAX DM8C-SUB SINGLE BLK
829380-0210 DESIGNMAX DM8C-SUB SINGLE WHT
NFPA90-A, in accordance with IEC60268-5, ROHS, CE compliant
(0.8 mm2) to 14 AWG (2.5 mm2) size wire.
9.8 kg (21.6 lb)
Footnotes
(1) Frequency response and range measured on-axis in half-space environment with Bose EQ voicing
(2) Sensitivity measured on-axis in half-space environment with Bose EQ voicing
(3) Maximum SPL calculated from sensitivity and power handling specifications, exclusive of power compression.
(4) Bose extended-lifecycle test using pink noise filtered to meet IEC268-5, 6-dB crest factor, 500-hour duration.
(5) AES standard 2-hour duration with IEC system noise
For additional specifications and application information, please visit PRO.BOSE.COM.
Specifications subject to change without notice. 11/2019
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