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Mackie DLM8 Full-Range 8" Powered Loudspeaker

BH #MADLM8 • MFR #DLM8
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Mackie DLM8 Full-Range 8" Powered Loudspeaker
Key Features
  • Class D 1,000W RMS Powered Speaker
  • 2,000W Peak Power
  • Generates up to 125dB SPL
  • Integrated DL2 Digital Mixer
The Mackie DLM8 Full-Range 8" Powered Loudspeaker delivers 1,000 watts of program power and 2,000 watts of peak power in a compact, portable design. It features TruSource driver technology, incorporating an 8" low-frequency driver and a 1.75" compression driver into a common-magnet design. The TruSource DSP delivers clarity, consistent dispersion and high fidelity sound.
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Mackie DLM8 Overview

The Mackie DLM8 Full-Range 8" Powered Loudspeaker delivers 1,000 watts of program power and 2,000 watts of peak power in a compact, portable design. It features TruSource driver technology, incorporating an 8" low-frequency driver and a 1.75" compression driver into a common-magnet design. The TruSource DSP delivers clarity, consistent dispersion and high fidelity sound.

The DLM8 features an integrated DL2 digital mixer, a 2-channel mixer with a versatile connection options. It also includes 3-band EQ, 16 effects presets, feedback destroyer, 6 speaker modes, and Smart Protect technology.

The DLM8 can be pole or wall mounted. An integrated kickstand allows use as a wedge-style monitor. M10 mounting points allow it to be used in fly installs as well.

DL2 Integrated Digital Mixer
The DLM8 features the powerful, one-touch DL2 digital mixer. It has a bright OLED screen and two versatile input channels with effects. It handles mic, line and Hi-Z instrument signals on XLR, 1/4" TRS and RCA connectors. Each channel has independent controls for level, 3-band EQ and effects. Sixteen channel effect presets are available, including reverb, chorus and delay.
System Control Audio Tools
  • Multi-band feedback destroyer
  • Six speaker modes let you select the right voicing for your application
  • Alignment delay up to 300ms for delay stack, balcony, etc
  • Three memory locations for instant venue setting recall
  • Smart Protect DSP dynamically protects the amplifiers and drivers
UPC: 663961036251

Mackie DLM8 Specs

Key Specs
Speaker Type
Active Loudspeaker
Configuration
2-Way
Total Output Power
1000 W RMS / 2000 W Peak
LF Driver
1x 8" / 20.3 cm Woofer
Voice Coil: 2" / 51 mm
Magnet: Ferrite
HF Driver
1x 1.75" / 44 mm Polyimide Compression Driver
Throat: 1" / 25 mm
Magnet: Ferrite
Frequency Range/Response
65 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
Speaker Type
Active Loudspeaker
Configuration
2-Way
Total Output Power
1000 W RMS / 2000 W Peak
Amplifier Power Rating
Low Frequency (LF)
500 W RMS / 1000 W Peak
Mid Frequency (MF)
500 W RMS / 1000 W Peak
Amplifier Class
Class-D
Drivers
LF Driver
1x 8" / 20.3 cm Woofer
Voice Coil: 2" / 51 mm
Magnet: Ferrite
HF Driver
1x 1.75" / 44 mm Polyimide Compression Driver
Throat: 1" / 25 mm
Magnet: Ferrite
Performance
Frequency Range/Response
65 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
Maximum SPL
125 dB
Coverage Angle
90° H x 90° V
Signal Processing
Crossover Frequency
1600 Hz
EQ & Filters
3-Band EQ
Alignment Delay
Up to 300 ms (338.19' / 103.08 m)
Digital Signal Processing
No
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic/Line Input
1x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Mic Input
1x Stereo 2RCA Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Thru/Output
Network I/O
No
USB I/O
No
Wireless
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
AC Input Power
100 to 120 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
220 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC Power I/O
1x IEC Input
Power Consumption
250 W
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting
Stand Mount
1 x Pole Socket - Unspecified Size
Suspension Points
3 x M10 Fly Point
Handles
1x Top
Construction Material
ABS, Metal Grille
Environmental Resistance
No
Dimensions
12.3 x 12.1 x 11.9" / 313 x 307 x 302 mm
Weight
22 lb / 10 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
28 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16.5 x 16 x 16"

Mackie DLM8 Reviews

Small, Powerfull but not the best

By MELLO
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2015-03-13

Excelent for guitar & voice. Not so good without a subwoofer for music. But with a sub, looks great!

Sounds like a canister

By Victor
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2015-02-15

To play music is the worst thing that I ever heard. It works well only for voice. Yamaha DXR8 is a thousand times better at all and cheaper. It was a disappointment. Distorts, the bass is not clean and it is very difficult to equalize the frequencies. Maybe it's good for voice and guitar, but Yamaha are much better and not lose in power. I just bought because of the specs I've read, but when I heard ...

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