Definitive Technology Descend DN8 – 8" Powered Subwoofer

3XR Architecure Passive Radiators
The core technology behind Descend’s 3XR™ Architecure are its passive bass radiators that provide triple the bass-producing surface area of a traditional ported subwoofer. This extra surface area moves more air, resulting in massive low end that enables the DN8 to play as loud and as low as a larger 10” ported sub, but without the unwanted port noise distortion commonly found on ported subwoofers. Using passive radiators also delivers a smoother frequency response like that of a sealed sub, while maintaining the ability to play louder and lower like that of a ported sub. Descend 3XR™ technology provides the best of both worlds: louder, clearer bass than a ported sub in a smaller sealed sub sized enclosure!

Custom Amplification
The custom amplifiers used in Descend Series subwoofers were designed to get the most out of Descend’s unique 3XR™ Architecture. Optimized for efficiency and a strict avoidance of distortion, Descend’s amps deliver consistently dynamic performance with the ability to push hard for maximum impact when needed. The DN8 is equipped with a 500W peak custom Class D digital amplifier to cleanly reproduce powerful, sustained bass.

Full Manual Control
DN8 offers manual controls for variable volume, low pass filter, and phase allowing the user to ensure it always sounds perfect within your home theater or hifi stereo system.

Details & Specifications

Colors: Glacier White & Midnight Black
Transducers: 8” long-throw woofer
Passive radiators: Dual 8” 3XR™ Configuration
Bass type: Bass Radiator
Feet: Permanently Installed Feet with Rubber Pad
Dimensions (W x D x H): 12.8” x 12.0” x 13.1” / 324.8 x 305.8 x 331.6 mm
Weight: 27.3 LBS (12.4 KG)
Amplifier type: Class D
Peak power: 500W
Continuous (RMS): 200W
Frequency response (-/+ 3dB): 35 Hz → 200 Hz
Frequency Range: 24 Hz → 200 Hz
Low-Pass crossover freq: 60 Hz → 120 Hz
Phase adjustment: 0 / 180°
Power supply: Internal IEC 3 prong jack 120V/240V switch
LFE: Single RCA
Speaker: Left/Right 5-way binding posts
Main power: Auto/Off
Volume control: Potentiometer w/ center detent
Low pass control: Potentiometer w/ center detent
Phase control: 2-way switch
Status RGB LED: On back panel
Warranty: Drivers 5 years / Amplifier 3 years