Definitive Technology Descend Series DN8 8” Subwoofer

DN8’s unique 3XR Architecture™ means it performs louder and clearer than other 8” subwoofers. Descend’s unique 3XR Architecture provides triple the bass-producing surface area of a traditional ported subwoofer. This extra surface area moves more air, resulting in a massive low end. And because 3XR doesn’t use ports, it also provides crystal-clear sound with no port noise distortion. As the core technology behind Descend’s 3XR Architecture, its passive bass radiators enable the DN8 to play as loud and low as a 10” ported sub without unwanted port noise distortion. Passive radiators also deliver a smooth frequency response like a sealed sub but with the port-like ability to play louder and lower in a smaller enclosure. What you get is the best of both worlds: louder, clearer bass than a ported sub from a smaller enclosure than a sealed sub. The DN8 is equipped with a 500-watt peak custom Class D digital amplifier, designed to get the most out of the DN8’s 3XR Architecture. This custom amplification provides the Descend DN8 enough power and efficiency to play as low as 35Hz from a one-foot wide box. Because the DN8 Class D amplifier is so efficient, little power is wasted as heat, and its entire output is dedicated to providing significantly smoother bass and greater impact. This allows the DN8 subwoofer to blend naturally into any audio system while producing greater volume and impact than competitive designs. You can customize the DN8 to the needs of your application, system, and space. The DN8 features built-in controls for variable volume, low pass filter, and phase (0/180°) for optimum bass levels and the ability to customize it to the specific needs of your system. Adjust the volume level of your subwoofer to ensure perfectly proportioned bass for your audio system and your room.