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PreSonus Temblor® T8 Powered Studio Subwoofer
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Enhance Your Audio Experience with the PreSonus Temblor T8 Powered Subwoofer The PreSonus Temblor T8 is an active subwoofer designed to complement your full-range speakers or studio monitors. With its 8-inch down-firing woofer, 200W amplifier, and extensive user controls, the Temblor T8 delivers...
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Overview
Enhance Your Audio Experience with the PreSonus Temblor T8 Powered Subwoofer
The PreSonus Temblor T8 is an active subwoofer designed to complement your full-range speakers or studio monitors. With its 8-inch down-firing woofer, 200W amplifier, and extensive user controls, the Temblor T8 delivers deep, powerful bass for serious personal studios, gaming, audiophiles, and home theaters.
- Woofer: 8-inch, downward-firing, glass-composite
- Amplifier: Class AB, 200W peak (100W RMS)
- Frequency Response: Not Specified
- Inputs/Outputs: ¼-inch TRS, RCA
- Crossover: Built-in, Variable Low Pass Filter (50 Hz to 130 Hz)
- High Pass Filter: Switchable, Removes content below 80 Hz
- Protection Features: RF interference, output-current limiting, over-temperature, turn-on/off transient protection, subsonic filter, external mains fuse
Key Features
8-inch, downward-firing, glass-composite low-frequency transducer with high-density rubber surround
Class AB amplifier: 200W peak (100W RMS) power
Input gain control (-30 dB to +6 dB, continuously variable)
Continuously variable low pass filter (50 Hz to 130 Hz)
Defeatable high pass filter removes frequency content below 80 Hz from the full-range signal sent from the T8 outputs to the main speakers
Protection features: RF interference, output-current limiting, over-temperature, turn-on/off transient protection, subsonic filter, external mains fuse
Specifications
Woofer Size
8-inch
Woofer Material
Downward-firing, glass-composite low-frequency transducer with high-density rubber surround
Amplifier Type
Class AB
Peak Power
200W
RMS Power
100W
Low Pass Filter
Continuously variable (50 Hz to 130 Hz)
High Pass Filter
Defeatable (removes content below 80 Hz)
Input Gain Control
-30 dB to +6 dB (continuously variable)
Protection Features
RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient protection, Subsonic filter, External mains fuse
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features an 8-inch, downward-firing, glass-composite low-frequency transducer with a high-density rubber surround for accurate bass
- Equipped with a Class AB amplifier, providing 200W peak (100W RMS) power for robust sound delivery
- Offers a continuously variable low pass filter (50 Hz to 130 Hz) for precise crossover frequency adjustment
- Includes a defeatable high pass filter that removes frequency content below 80 Hz from signals sent to main speakers
- Provides comprehensive protection features against RF interference, output-current limiting, and over-temperature issues
- Offers an input gain control ranging from -30 dB to +6 dB, allowing for continuous and precise level matching
👎 Cons
- As an 8-inch subwoofer, it may not produce the extremely deep bass extension that larger subwoofers are capable of
- The Class AB amplifier, while efficient, may not be as energy-efficient as Class D amplifiers found in some newer designs
- Requires careful acoustic placement and calibration within a studio environment to achieve optimal sound integration
- The absence of a remote control for gain or crossover adjustments could be inconvenient in a studio setup
- The specific dimensions and weight are not provided, which could be a factor for studio space planning
- The protection features, while comprehensive, do not explicitly mention magnetic shielding for placement near sensitive equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size of the woofer in the PreSonus Temblor T8?
The PreSonus Temblor T8 features an 8-inch, downward-firing, glass-composite low-frequency transducer.
What kind of amplifier does this subwoofer use and what is its power output?
It uses a Class AB amplifier, delivering 200W peak power and 100W RMS power.
Can I adjust the crossover frequency on this subwoofer?
Yes, it includes a continuously variable low pass filter, allowing adjustments from 50 Hz to 130 Hz.
Does the T8 subwoofer have a high pass filter for connected main speakers?
Yes, it has a defeatable high pass filter that removes frequency content below 80 Hz from the full-range signal sent to the main speakers.
What protection features are included with this subwoofer?
The T8 includes protection against RF interference, output-current limiting, over-temperature, turn-on/off transients, a subsonic filter, and an external mains fuse.
Is the input gain adjustable on the Temblor T8?
Yes, it features an input gain control that is continuously variable from -30 dB to +6 dB.
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