PMC TB2S+, MB2-A, BB5 XBD, BB5-A, IB1S User Manual
TLE1
SB100
XB2
XB3
SB100
he SB100 is a passive sub bass unit best suited for
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use as a dedicated .1 channel within an IB1S, IB2S
or AML1 surround monitoring system.
he SB100 features the PMC 10" flat carbon fibre
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& Nomex
piston driver in a heavily braced and
damped cabinet with an effective line length of
.8m (9ft). The combination of piston driver and
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PMC’s ATL
transmission line technology gives the
SB100 its outstanding detailed response down to
5Hz with a peak SPL of >116dB
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MC 10" Carbon fibre & Nomex
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3" Edge wound voice coil
seable frequency range of 25Hz - 200Hz
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Shallow cabinet
4mm sockets or Neutrik NL4™input
igh power handling
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Recommended amp power 300W - PP300
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iston driver.
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ACTIVE
TLE1S
The TLE1S has been specifically designed to partner
LB1, DB1, TB2 Active and passive models in either
stereo or in a surround configuration. The two
custom shielded drivers lie at the mouth of a
transmission line with an effective line length of 3m.
With the aid of the Bryston designed circuits within
the active amplifier & crossover section, the TLE1S
reproduces low frequency information with
astonishing detail and dynamics. The small footprint
and comprehensive user controls will allow easy
placement even in the most space-restricted rooms.
Ultra low distortion active amplifier & crossover.
150W RMS
ACTIVE
Useable frequency range of 22Hz - 200Hz
Stereo (XLR) Balanced & unbalanced inputs
360 degree phase adjustment
Easy room integration
Integrated amplifier
XB2
he XB2 is a passive sub bass unit that is best
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optimised in an MB2 surround monitoring system.
The line design and driver technology are identical
o that of the MB2S and MB2S-A, forming a perfect
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blend of dynamics and depth of bass required for
the most testing of material. The unique 12" Radial
river features two cooling systems. In addition to
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the conventional rear vented magnet it uses the
patented, front mounted, Radial
cts as a giant heatsink. This keeps voice coil and
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magnet temperatures exceptionally low resulting in
superb reliability, 3dB less power compression and
ight, clean bass even after prolonged periods of
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high spl.
12" Radial™driver
seable frequency range of 20Hz - 200Hz
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Bitumastic damped cabinet
4mm sockets or Neutrik NL4™input
ffective line length of 3 metres (10ft)
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Recommended amp power up to 500W
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chassis, which
XB3
he XB3 passive sub is intended to complement any
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one of the BB5 series of monitors within a surround
monitoring system. Much of the driver and cabinet
echnology are identical to that of the XB2, with
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upgrades to a 15" Radial
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more substantial cabinet. As a sub bass unit the XB3
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channel monitor with the credentials to prove it.
Custom Stands
Frame stands
A stable platform of the correct height is as imperative for large
monitors as with compacts. The IB, MB & BB models all have
their dedicated stands. The steel hollow-section frame is ‘tuned’
and damped with a precise quantity of filling, making certain
there is no colouration from unwanted resonance. Adjustable
M8 spikes or glides allow for levelling and give the structure an
ideal coupling with the floor surface.
IB1S/IB2S 837mm/33" High + Spikes or Glides
MB2 Series 863mm/34" High + Spikes or Glides
BB5 Series 837mm/33" High + Spikes or Glides
Tube stands
It is critical to ensure the loudspeaker is positioned at the
correct height and kept stable during operation, to optimise
imaging, dynamics and overall tonal balance. The structure
and materials used will have a bearing on how the monitor will
perform, and in the case of the Tube Stand
was as rigorous as with any other PMC product.
The Professional Tube Stand
spikes) and ideal for the DB, TB or AML1 models. The four bolts
housed in the base of the AML1 correspond with countersunk
holes in the top plate of the Tube Stand™providing additional
anchor points.
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is 104mm/41 inches tall (excluding
The custom ‘tilt & swivel’ DB1 bracket allows for perfect
results when wall mounting either DB1S+ or DB1S-A.
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the R&D process
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drive unit and larger
oes not have a rival, it is simply the finest studio .1
15" Radial™driver
Useable frequency range of 17Hz - 200Hz
Bitumastic damped cabinet
mm sockets or Neutrik NL4
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Effective line length of 4 metres (13ft)
Recommended amp power up to 800W
IB1S on 33” Studio frame stand.
AML1 on Tube 104
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PASSIVE
roduct DB1S+ TB2S+ IB1S IB2S MB2S MB2S XBD BB5
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Type Passive Passive Passive /Activated Passive /Activated Passive Passive Passive
Useable freq response 50Hz-25kHz 40Hz-25kHz 25Hz-25kHz 25Hz-25kHz 20Hz-25kHz 20Hz-25kHz 17Hz-25kHz
Peak SPL @ 1M 111dB 113dB 116dB 116dB 124dB 124dB 124dB
Sensitivity 87dB 1 W 1m 90dB 1W 1m 89dB 1W 1m 89dB 1W1m 91dB 1W 1m 91dB 1W 1m 91dB 1W 1m
Recommended
Amp power 40-150W 40-150W 120-500W 120-500W 200-800W 200-1000W 200-1000W
Impedance 8 Ohm nominal 8 Ohm nominal 4 Ohm nominal 4 Ohm nominal 4 Ohmnominal 4 Ohm nominal 4 Ohm nominal
Effective line length 1.5m (4.92ft) 1.5m (4.92ft) 2.4m (8ft) 2.4m (8ft) 3m (10ft) 2 x 3m (10ft) 4m (13ft)
Drive units LF Doped 140mm cast LF Doped 170mm cast LF250mm PMC piston driver LF 250mm PMC Carbon LF 310mm Radial™ LF 2 x 310mm Radial™ LF 380mm Radial™
Crossover Frequency 2kHz 2kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz 380Hz &3.8kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz
Input connectors 2 Pairs 4mm Sockets 2 Pairs 4mm Sockets 3 Pairs 4mm Sockets 3 Pairs 4mm Sockets 3 Pairs 4mm Sockets 3 Pairs 4mm Sockets 3 Pairs 4mmSockets
Activated N/A N/A Powerpac 120™ Powerpac300™ N/A N/A N/A
Finish ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black Black Ash
Dimensions
Weight (each) 4.5kg (9.9lbs) 8.5 kg (18.7lbs) 36kg (79.2lbs) 41kg (90.2lbs) 49kg (108lbs) 98kg (215.6lbs) 73kg (160lbs)
Weight Activated N/A 11.1kg (24.42lbs) 46.5kg (102.3lbs) 51.50kg (113.3lbs) N/A N/A N/A
alloy chassis alloy chassis MF 75mm doped fabric MF 75mm PMC fabric dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome
HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome HF 27mm fabric soft dome
Ferro Fluid cooled Ferro Fluid cooled Ferro Fluid cooled Ferro Fluid cooled Ferro Fluid cooled Ferro Fluid cooled
(Bi-Wire or Bi-Amp) (Bi-Wireor Bi-Amp) (Tri-wire or Tri-Amp) (Tri-wire or Tri-Amp) (Tri-wire or Tri-Amp) (Tri-wire or Tri-amp) (Tri-wire or Tri-Amp)
150W/8Ohms 250W/8Ohms
Distortion <0.007% 20hz- Distortion <0.007% 20hz
20kHz full o/p 20kHz full o/p
Slew rate .60 micro seconds Slew rate .60 micro seconds
Power B’width 1Hz to 100Hz Power B’width 1Hz to 100Hz
H 290mm (11.4") H 400mm (15.76") H 740mm (29.10") H 740mm (29.10") H 870mm (34.25") H 1740mm (68.50") H 1040mm (40.94")
W 155mm (6.1") W 200mm (7.87") W 330mm (13.0") W 330mm (13.0") W 380mm (14.96") W380mm (14.96") W 432mm (17.01")
D 234mm (9.21") D 300mm (11.81") D 465mm(18.3") D485mm (19.10")* D 555mm (21.85")* D 535mm (21.06")** D 790mm (31.10")
(+6mm for grille) (+6mm for grille) (+12mmfor grille) (+12mm for grille) (+15mm forgrille) (+15mm grille) (+15mmfor grille)
DB1SM-C (centre channel) TB2SM-C (centre channel) IB1SM-C (centre channel) IB2S-C (centre channel) MB2S-C (centre channel) MB2S XBD-C (centre channel) BB5-C (centre channel)
H 155mm (6.09") H 200mm (7.87") H 330mm (13.0") H 330mm(13.0") H 380mm (14.96") H 760mm (29.92") H432mm (17.01")
W 290mm (11.4") W 400mm (15.76") W 740mm (29.1") W 740mm (29.1") W 870mm (34.25") W 870mm(34.25") W 1040mm (40.94")
D 234mm (9.19") D 300mm (11.81") D 465mm(18.3") D465mm (18.3") D 555mm(21.85") D 535mm (21.06") D 790mm (31.10")
(+6mm for grille) (+6mm for grille) (+12mm forgrille) (+12mm for grille) (+15mm for grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm for grille)
ACTIVE
Product DB1S-A TB2S-A AML1 MB2S-A MB2S XBD-A BB5-A BB5 XBD-A
Useable frequency range 50Hz-25kHz 40Hz-25kHz 33Hz-25kHz 20Hz-25kHz 20Hz-25kHz 17Hz-25kHz 17Hz-25kHz
Effective line length 1.5m (4.9ft) 1.5m (4.9ft) 1.7m (5.5ft) 3m (10ft) 2 x 3m (10ft) 4m (13ft) 2 x 4m(13ft)
Drive units LF 140mm Doped LF 170mm Doped LF165mmcarbonfibre& Nomex flat piston LF 310mm Radial™ LF 2x 310mm Radial™ LF 380mm Radial™ LF 2 x 380mm Radial™
Crossover frequency 2kHz 2kHz 1.4kHz 24dB/Oct 380Hz & 3.8kHz 380Hz &3.8kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz 380Hz & 3.8kHz
Amplifier power 130W 130W LF 100W RMS HF 120W HF 120W HF 150W HF 300W
Finish ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black Baffle - Blue or Grey ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black Black ash Black ash
Dimensions H 290mm (11.4") H 400mm (15.7") H 400mm (15.75") H 870mm(34.25") H 1740mm (68.50") H 1040mm(40.94") H 2080mm (81.89")
Weight per channel 6kg (13.2lbs) 10kg (22lbs) 16kg (35.3lbs) 49kgs (107.8lbs) 88kgs (193.6lbs) 73kgs (160.6lbs) 136kg (299.2lbs)
Cast alloy chassis Cast alloy chassis HF 34mm PMC soft dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome MF 75mm PMCfabric dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome MF 75mm PMC fabric dome
HF 27 mm fabric softdome HF 27 mm fabric softdome HF 34mm PMC soft dome HF 34mm PMC soft dome HF 34mm PMC soft dome HF 34mm PMC soft dome
HF 80W RMS MF 120W MF 120W MF 3000W MF 300W
Cabinet - ‘S’ Studio Black
W 155mm (6.1") W 200mm (7.87") W 200mm (7.87") W 380mm (14.96") W 380mm (14.96") W 432mm(17.00") W 432mm(17.00")
D 283mm (11.14") D 352mm (13.9") D 361mm(14.21") D 535mm (21.06") D 535mm (21.06") D 790mm (31.10") D 790mm(31.10")
(+ 6mm for grille) (+ 6mmfor grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm grille)
LF 325W LF 600W LF 900W LF 900W
MB2S-C-A (centre channel) MB2S-XBD-C-A(centre channel) BB5-C-A (centre channel) BB5-XBD-C-A (centrechannel)
H 380mm (14.96") H 760mm (29.92") H 432mm (17.00") H 864mm (34.02")
W 870mm (34.25") W 870mm (34.25") W1040mm (40.94") W 1040mm (40.94")
D 535mm (21.06") D 535mm (21.06") D 790mm(31.10") D 790mm (31.10")
(+15mm grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm grille) (+15mm grille)
LFX600W LFX 900W
SUBWOOFERS
Product TLE1S SB100 XB2 XB3
Type Active Passive Passive Passive
Useable Frequency 22Hz - 200Hz 25Hz - 200Hz 20Hz - 200Hz 17Hz - 200Hz
Sensitivity - 89dB 1W 1m 91dB 1W 1m 91dB 1W 1m
Recommended Amp power - 120-500W 200-800W 200-1000w
Impedance - 4 Ohms nominal 8 Ohms nominal 4 Ohmsnominal
Drive units LF PMC Doped 250mm PMC Carbon 310mm Radial™ 380mm Radial™
Effective line length 3m (9.84ft) 2.8m (9ft) 3m (10ft) 4m (13ft)
Amplifier power 150W RMS N/A N/A N/A
Finish ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black ‘S’ Studio Black Black ash
Dimensions H 550mm (21.65") H 510mm (20.08") H 870mm (34.25") H 1040mm (40.94")
Weight 17.5kg (38.5lbs) 40kg (88lbs) 39kg (85.8lbs) 63kg(126lbs)
Products best suited to DB1S+ IB1S MB2S Range BB5 Range
complete a surround system TB2S+ IB2S
Configuration .1 effects channel .1 effects + power amp – PP300 .1 effects + power amplifier .1 effects +power amplifier
*Includes 20mm for terminals **Cabinet depthonly. Crossover back box including terminals is an additional 145mm
PMC Limited 43-45 Crawley Green Road Luton LU2 0AA
T +44 (0)870 4441044 F +44 (0)870 4441045
Email: sales@promonitor.co.uk web: www.pmc-speakers.com
170mm alloy chassis x 2 Fibre/Nomex™ piston driver
W 200mm (7.87") W 630mm (24.80") W 380mm (14.96") W 432mm (17.01")
D 533mm (20.98") D 370mm (14.56")* D 555mm (21.85")* D 810mm(31.89")*
(+6mm for grille) (+15mm for grille) (+15mm forgrille) (+15mm forgrille)
LB1 AML1
DB1S-A TB2S-A
or in strero with TB2S-A OR
DB1S-A
Subject to change without notice
your dealer/distributor
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SUITE G IRVINE CALIF 92614 USA
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The masters of surround monitoring
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Technology Explained
PMC has taken loudspeaker design to the highest
evel available for the recording professional with
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he use of ATL
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cabinets, proprietary drive units and patented
bsorption materials. The benefits are enormous
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ompared to the relatively simple sealed and
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ported loudspeaker models currently available in
today’s market.
he main driver is placed at one end of a long
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tunnel (The transmission line), which is heavily
damped with absorbent acoustic material.
his material is specified to soak up the upper bass
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requencies, which radiate from the rear of the
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main driver and the lowest frequencies emerge
from the large vent at the end of the line, acting as
second driver. One advantage is that the rear air
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pressure is maintained controlling the driver over a
wide frequency range, which significantly reduces
distortion. A spin-off from this, is that the upper bass
and midrange is not masked by harmonic distortion
residing in the very low frequencies.
This technology produces a higher SPL and lower
bass extension than a ported or sealed cabinet of
a similar size using identical drivers.
PMC’s innovative approach using their
ATL™technology offers the following
advantages over a conventional ported
or sealed monitor:
Exceptional low frequency extension
Extremely low colouration
Neutral yet dynamic performance
Consistent balance at all levels
Higher SPL’s without distortion or compression
Stable, rock solid 3D image
No listening fatigue
Compact models ideal for confined spaces
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Advanced Transmission Line).
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design utilises more sophisticated
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DB1S+ ATL
IB1S
IB2S
MB2S
XBD
BB5
XBD-A
MB2S
BB5
AML1
MB2S-A
BB5-A
MB2S
XBD-A
DB1S-A
TB2S-A
TB2S
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DB1S
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DB1SM+ Centre
DB1S+
The smallest passive monitor from PMC with
an unbeatable response down to 50Hz.
Superb power handling and resolution make
t the ideal nearfield monitor for stereo
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or surround. Its tonal balance and wide
dispersion characteristics allow for perfect
ntegration with other PMC models to create
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ideal surround monitoring for all environments.
Magnetic shielding available (DB1SM+)
atching low profile centre channel
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DB1SM-C+)
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atching TLE1S Active subwoofer to
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Fittings at rear to take custom
wall bracket
Custom speaker stands for optimising
performance - Tube 104
Recommended amp power up to 150W
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DB1S-A and TB2S-A
The DB1S-A and TB2S-A are compact, 2-way
activated monitor designs, employing unique
technology in the form of PMC’s ATL™design and
Flying Mole™digital Bi-Phase Fusion amplification.
Both models provide characteristic PMC
resolution, LF extension and balanced frequency
response, consistent at all volume levels.
Proprietary LF drivers and cabinet design, along
with high quality, hand-built crossover electronics,
ensure ultra low distortion and compression
characteristics, enabling consistent performance
at high SPL’s.
Both models are powered digitally by Flying Mole
reference amplifier modules, each supplying 130W
into 4 ohms, providing world-leading PMC studio
monitoring at a new and highly competitive
price point.
TB2SM+ Centre
TB2S+
The passive TB2S+ has become a firm
favourite amongst quality conscious
roadcasters, post production and smaller
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sized studios in either surround or stereo
nearfield roles. Like the DB1S+ it can be
ixed and matched with other models to
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create an ideal surround monitoring system.
Magnetic shielding available (TB2SM+)
Matching low profile centre channel
(TB2SM-C+)
atching TLE1S Active subwoofer to
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complete a surround system
Custom speaker stands for optimising
performance - Tube 104
Recommended amp power up to 150W
Feature-List:
Exceptional low frequency extension for cabinet size
Matching TLE1S Active sub woofer to complete
a surround system
Powerful 130W Flying Mole™digital amplifier stage
Very low heat output - ideal for O.B./Broadcast
Consistent tonal balance and accuracy at all levels
High SPL with low Distortion
Neutral & dynamic response with pinpoint imagery
Custom speaker stands for optimising performance
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DB1S+ or TB2S+ surround configuration
(DB1S+ SHOWN)
A TB or DB based surround monitoring system with
the Active TLE1S handling the .1 effects channel is
potent and precise tool for the audio
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professional. These compact systems are currently
in service with quality conscious Post Production,
astering & Broadcast fields throughout the world.
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When used as the main system they are suited to
small and medium sized rooms and are ideal to
upplement large systems in more expansive
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spaces as a nearfield surround array.
The TLE1S Sub with its ultra low distortion Bryston
designed crossover and power amplifier combined
with PMC’s ATL
solution with astounding dynamics and ultra low
distortion.
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technology provides a discrete
DB1S-A or TB2S-A surround configuration
(TB2S-A SHOWN)
IB1SM Centre
IB1S
The IB1S is an extremely flexible 3-way monitor,
which has found its home in the most varied of
nvironments.
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Commonly seen in Mastering, Broadcast and
Postproduction in either stereo or surround when
artnered with its dedicated centre channel and
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SB100 sub bass system. Its huge popularity in
Hollywood film scoring and postproduction is
assisted by the option of ‘Film filters’. This gives 2
positions of HF roll off: 1.5dB and 3dB per Oct and
Flat position.
The IB1S features wide dispersion soft domed
fabric mid and high frequency units and the PMC
10" carbon fibre and Nomex
flat piston low frequency driver. This flat patented
driver increases dynamic handling and eliminates
distortion that may occur due to cone break up.
Magnetic shielding available (IB1SM)
Matching low profile centre channel (IB1SM-C)
Matching SB100 subwoofer to complete
a surround system
Film filter option: HF Roll off 1.5dB, 3dB
and Flat
Custom speaker stands for optimising
performance 840mm (33") High
Recommended amp power up to 500W
Activation option with Bryston PowerPac 120
(IB1S-A) - see below
IB1S Activated
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IB2S Centre
IB2S
The IB2S is based on the hugely successful
B1S with one major change to the driver
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compliment. The addition of the PMC 75
large soft dome mid range unit increases
he definition and clarity to the level of the
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larger monitors in the range with no increase
in cabinet size.
Matching low profile centre channel
(IB2S-C)
Matching SB100 subwoofer to complete a
surround system
Film filter option: HF Roll off 1.5dB,
3dB and Flat
Custom speaker stands for optimising
performance 840mm (33") High
Recommended amp power up to 500W
Activation option with Bryston PowerPac
300™(IB2S-A) - see below
IB2S Activated
MB2S Centre
MB2S
he MB2S is perfect for mid sized control rooms either soffit
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mounted or on its custom studio stands. The MB2S allows
higher SPL’s without distortion and loss of definition normally
ssociated with a device of its size. The distinctive MB2S
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includes the PMC 75 mid driver that has taken the limits of soft
dome design and construction to its ultimate conclusion.
The Radial
excursions and avoids the effects of power compression,
by cooling via its cast alloy exo-skeleton and new rear
vented magnet.
As with all PMC models there is matching low profile centre
channels (MB2S-C) and subwoofers for use in surround
configuration (XB2S)
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low frequency driver allows massive controlled
Matching low profile centre channel (MB2S-C)
Matching XB2 subwoofer to complete a surround system
Film filter option: HF Roll off 1.5dB, 3dB and Flat
Custom speaker stands for optimising performance
860mm (34") High
Recommended amp power up to 800W
ACTIVE
AML1
The AML1 is as far from a ‘me too’ product as could be
imagined. The AML1 design is one of ‘no compromise’
and the only way of achieving this goal is to manufacture the
complete device ‘in house’.
The AML1 includes the PMC 6.5" flat piston woofer that is
constructed from a carbon fibre / Nomex
which allows, large, controlled linear excursions capable of
producing an astounding 33Hz. The PMC 34mm silk dome
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honeycomb,
BB5 Centre
BB5
The BB5 employs much of the technology and hardware of
the MB2 and is equally happy in a soffit or in free space.
he BB5 offers higher SPL’s and a vastly improved frequency
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range that extends lower than any other monitor available.
The BB5’s astute design has a narrow front baffle that
eradicates the problems of diffraction usually associated with
a large main monitor. The BB5 has the capacity to reproduce
the full scale and dynamics of a live recording without
compression or distortion in a way that no other monitor
design can.
Frequency response to 17hz (-3dB)
Matching low profile centre channel (BB5-C)
Matching XB3 subwoofer to complete a surround system
Film filter option: HF Roll off 1.5dB, 3dB and Flat
Custom speaker stands for optimising performance
910mm (36") High
Recommended amp power up to 1000W
tweeter, which is common to all the large active models
provides an immense stable image. The two drivers are
integrated by discrete, low noise active crossovers.
Amplifier designs are licensed from the audiophile
manufacturer Bryston. Key areas of the amplifier utilise
high-grade OS-Con
The AML1 provides a level of resolution and extension that
would normally be the preserve of more costly and larger
models.
Ultra low distortion Amplifier & crossover networks 100W RMS
LF amp, 80W RMS HF amp
Fully matched surround systems
Matching SB100 subwoofer for surround monitoring
Fittings on base for wall bracket and stands
Magnetic shielding as standard
Custom speaker stands for optimising performance
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Rakish good looks
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capacitors.
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MB2S XBD
The MB2S XBD is a development of the successful
MB2S with increased dynamics and LF performance.
The addition of the XBD cabinet increases the
LF headroom by 3dB below 380Hz that allows a larger
room to be driven to greater effect. The 32 element,
4th order passive crossovers are housed in external
enclosures which can be mounted to the rear of the XBD
cabinets for improved fidelity.
Improved performance over MB2S
Cabinets can be positioned vertically or side by side
Matching low profile centre channel (MB2S XBD-C)
Matching XB2 subwoofer to complete a surround system
Film filter option: HF Roll off 1.5dB, 3dB and flat
Recommended amp power up to 800W
The AML1 & SB100 Sub - The ultimate compact
high resolution surround monitoring system
ACTIVE
MONITORING
MB2S-A, MB2S XBD-A,
BB5-A, BB5 XBD-A
he large active range from PMC justly
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deserves the label of ‘no compromise’.
Every element has been designed and
anufactured purely for its performance and
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encompasses the smallest detail from individual
cable choice through to hand selection of
apacitors in the active crossover networks.
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This level of resolution cannot be achieved with
standard technology and average tolerances.
he large active range variants cover all
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requirements of the recording professional and
are not restricted by the intended type of
layback material. The combinations allow for
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perfect integration into any size of room with
increased LF headroom available with the
XBD’ models.
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For small to medium size recording, mixing or
mastering rooms, MB2A would be appropriate,
ith the XBD added for additional low
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frequency SPL.
For larger studios, regardless of use, the BB5-A
would provide suitable bass response and SPL,
whilst the BB5-XBD-A will power the largest of
rooms to perfection.
PMC monitors have extended bass response
and room control by virtue of the PMC
TM
) Advanced Transmission Line design.
(ATL
Partnered with the highly adaptable
electronics and cabinet variants it allows
seamless integration into a free standing or
soffit arrangement without loss of performance.
Both MB2S-XBD-A and BB5-XBD-A cabinets can
either be stacked which is preferable,
or placed in a side-by-side configuration.
The active electronics have been born out of
the collaboration between Bryston and PMC
resulting in unrivalled quality and reliability.
The design philosophies of both companies are
akin so the synergy could not be a better one.
Bryston have no automated mass production
lines, no robotics, no moving assembly lines and
every Bryston product is handcrafted by
people who believe they are building the
ultimate Amplifier.
ACTIVE
MB2-A Centre
ACTIVE
MB2S-XBD-A Centre
ACTIVE
BB5-A Centre
Philosophy
PMC’s design philosophy is quite a simple one,
to design the ideal monitoring solution with the
highest resolution possible without colouration and
distortion. This supreme level of resolution is derived
through unequalled R&D into (ATL
Transmission Line loudspeaker design, drive unit
technology, and the collaboration with Bryston,
the world’s leading amplifier designers.
Also PMC’s close association with principle engineers
has allowed development of innovative solutions for
the latest recording techniques and changing
monitoring environments.
The design team have a clear vision of what must be
achieved therefore all of the PMC range is voiced
identically, from DB1S+ through to BB5-XBD-A.
The balance is neutral and dynamic with wide
dispersion, making image placement pinpoint over
a huge listening window.
The PMC user is one who is pioneering in their field
and will not settle for less than the best.
TM
) Advanced
ACTIVE
BB5-XBD-A Centre
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