PRV Audio 8MB500 Bass-midwoofer

The PRV Audio 8MB500-8 is a professional 8″ bass-midwoofer driver engineered for high-output audio systems. With a lightweight design and impressive power handling, it’s ideal for stage monitors, PA systems, and custom speaker projects requiring clarity and efficiency in the midbass range.

Power Handling (RMS)
500 Watts
Frequency response
75 - 7500 Hz
Resonant Frequency (Fs)
69.4 Hz

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Description

Highlights of the PRV Audio 8MB500-8

  • 2″ CCAW voice coil ensures reliable performance under high power loads
  • 500 Watts continuous program power delivers strong midbass response
  • 95 dB sensitivity offers excellent efficiency for demanding applications
  • Extended frequency response from 75 Hz to 7,500 Hz

 

Product details PRV Audio 8MB500-8

PRV Audio 8MB500-8 8″ Professional bass-midwoofer driver

 

The PRV Audio 8MB500-8 is an 8″ bass-midwoofer driver designed to provide high SPL with low distortion, making it a top choice for professional audio applications. It features a high-efficiency ferrite magnet and a 2″ voice coil wound with CCAW (Copper-Clad Aluminum Wire) on a Kapton former for enhanced thermal handling and minimal power compression.

 

Its lightweight yet rigid stamped steel frame supports a moving assembly with an optimized suspension system, allowing for precise cone control and an Xmax of 4.50 mm. The unit’s sensitivity of 95 dB at 2.83V/1m ensures it delivers a powerful output even with moderate amplification.

 

Covering a wide frequency range of 75 Hz to 7,500 Hz, the 8MB500-8 excels in delivering clear vocals and punchy midbass. It handles up to 500 Watts program power and peaks at 1000 Watts, making it ideal for multi-driver speaker arrays and compact full-range enclosures.The driver’s compact mounting depth of 85 mm and front baffle cutout of 182 mm allow easy installation in a variety of cabinet designs, whether for stage monitors or custom DIY builds.

Specifications

Article number8MB500
EAN810075524611
Woofer SeriesPRV Forte
Woofer TypeBass-mid woofer
Nominal Diameter8" | 203 mm
Power Handling (RMS)500 Watts
Sensitivity (SPL at 1m / 2.83V)95 dB
Frequency Response75 – 7500 Hz
Voice Coil Diameter50 mm
DC Resistance (Re)6.1 Ω
Voice Coil Inductance (Le)0.29 mH
Resonant Frequency (Fs)69.4 Hz
Mechanical Q (Qms)21.86
Electromagnetic Q (Qes)0.78
Total Q (Qts)0.75
Diaphragm Mass Inc. Airload (Mms)21.91 g
Moving Mass Of Diaphragm (Mmd)18.8 g
Surface Area of Cone (Sd)241 cm²
BL Product (BL)8.66 Tm
Compliance Equivalent Volume (Vas)19.38 L
Maximum Linear Excursion (Xmax)4.50 mm
Cone / Diaphragm MaterialPaper
Voice Coil Wire MaterialCCAW
Voice Coil FormerKapton
Basket / Frame MaterialStamped Steel
Magnet MaterialFerrite
Overall Outside Diameter209.5 mm
Overall Depth92 mm
Baffle Cutout Diameter181 mm
# Mounting Holes4
Article number8MB500
EAN810075524611
Additional information
Woofer SeriesPRV Forte
Woofer TypeBass-mid woofer
Nominal Diameter8″ | 203 mm
Power Handling (RMS)500 Watts
Sensitivity (SPL at 1m / 2.83V)95 dB
Frequency response75 – 7500 Hz
Voice Coil Diameter50 mm
DC Resistance (Re)6.1 Ω
Voice Coil Inductance (Le)0.29 mH
Resonant Frequency (Fs)69.4 Hz
Mechanical Q (Qms)21.86
Electromagnetic Q (Qes)0.78
Total Q (Qts)0.75
Diaphragm Mass Inc. Airload (Mms)21.91 g
Moving Mass Of Diaphragm (Mmd)18.8 g
Surface Area of Cone (Sd)241 cm²
BL Product (BL)8.66 Tm
Compliance Equivalent Volume (Vas)19.38 L
Maximum Linear Excursion (Xmax)4.50 mm
Cone / Diaphragm MaterialPaper
Voice Coil Wire MaterialCCAW
Voice Coil FormerKapton
Basket / Frame MaterialStamped Steel
Magnet MaterialFerrite
Overall Outside Diameter209.5 mm
Overall Depth92 mm
Baffle Cutout Diameter181 mm
# Mounting Holes4
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