EAW MK8126IPL-WP Passive 2-Way IP56-Rated Portable Loudspeaker (Black) - 8"

EAW MK8126IPL-WP Passive 2-Way IP56-Rated Portable Loudspeaker (Black) - 8"The EAW MK8126iPL WP BLACK is a 300W passive 2 way loudspeaker designed for installation applications where high performance audio and durability are essential. With its IP56 rated enclosure, this loudspeaker is built to withstand challenging environments, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations where exposure to dust and moisture may occur. This loudspeaker offers impressive performance in a compact design, outperforming many

The EAW MK8126iPL-WP BLACK is a 300W passive 2-way loudspeaker designed for installation applications where high-performance audio and durability are essential. With its IP56-rated enclosure, this loudspeaker is built to withstand challenging environments, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations where exposure to dust and moisture may occur. This loudspeaker offers impressive performance in a compact design, outperforming many traditional compact two-way systems while maintaining a smaller form factor. The MK8126iPL-WP BLACK is an excellent solution for a variety of venues such as houses of worship, corporate AV systems, hotel ballrooms, meeting rooms, and more, providing clear and powerful audio coverage.

The MK8126iPL-WP BLACK utilizes an 8-inch woofer and a 1-inch exit, 1.4-inch voice coil compression driver mounted on a constant directivity (CD) horn. The horn design is intentionally larger than those typically used in compact loudspeakers, allowing it to extend pattern control into the midrange frequencies. This extension of pattern control ensures a seamless transition between the low-frequency woofer and the high-frequency driver, eliminating the traditional off-axis voids found in many two-way systems. The horn's 120° horizontal by 60° vertical coverage pattern is specifically optimized to overlap the woofer's pattern in the crossover area, which is crucial for maintaining consistent sound across the listening space.

The loudspeaker's beamwidth-optimized crossover design is another key feature, ensuring that the transition between the subsystems occurs precisely where the coverage patterns match. This design reduces unwanted off-axis nulls, delivering a more consistent and uniform sound throughout the entire coverage area. The internal passive crossover/filter network utilizes complex, asymmetrical slopes that not only divide the signal but also provide critical equalization, smoothing the power response for better integration and audio clarity.

One of the standout features of the MK8126iPL-WP BLACK is its user-rotatable horn, which allows the loudspeaker to be mounted either vertically or horizontally, providing flexibility to adapt to various installation needs. The speaker can be positioned to optimize sound coverage depending on the space, ensuring that the audio is directed where it's needed most. This versatility makes the MK8126iPL-WP BLACK a great choice for venues with varying acoustics or for installations where sound direction and coverage are paramount.

In terms of performance, the MK8126iPL-WP BLACK delivers a maximum SPL of 130 dB (12 dB crest factor) and 124 dB (6 dB crest factor), providing ample power for medium-sized installations. The speaker operates within a broad frequency range of 65Hz to 19kHz, covering a wide spectrum of sound with exceptional clarity. The system also benefits from an accelerated life test rating of 300W, ensuring long-term durability and reliability. With an input impedance of 8Ω and a robust 49V, 300W accelerated life test, this loudspeaker is built to handle demanding sound reinforcement tasks.

The MK8126iPL-WP BLACK is housed in a rugged exterior-grade Baltic birch plywood enclosure finished in black wear-resistant textured paint. The speaker comes equipped with a U-bracket for easy mounting and is designed for use with 70V/100V distributed audio systems. It features two NL4 connectors and a barrier strip for flexible connectivity. The loudspeaker is compact, with dimensions of 19.75 x 11.75 x 11.03 inches and a net weight of 30 lbs, making it easy to integrate into a variety of installations while providing powerful audio performance.

Features

• 300W passive 2-way loudspeaker with 8-inch LF transducer and 1-inch exit, 1.4-inch voice coil compression driver
• IP56-rated enclosure for protection against dust and moisture, ideal for both indoor and outdoor use
• 120° horizontal x 60° vertical nominal beamwidth for wide and consistent sound coverage
• Maximum SPL of 130 dB (12 dB crest factor), 124 dB (6 dB crest factor) for powerful sound reproduction
• Operating range from 65Hz to 19kHz for full-range sound with high fidelity
• Beamwidth-optimized crossover design eliminates off-axis voids, ensuring even sound throughout the coverage area
• Rotatable horn allows for flexible vertical or horizontal mounting to optimize sound coverage
• Internal passive crossover with complex asymmetrical slopes for superior integration and equalization
• Designed for use in 70V/100V distributed audio systems, perfect for commercial AV installations
• Rugged Baltic birch plywood enclosure finished with wear-resistant black paint
• Dimensions: 19.75 x 11.75 x 11.03 inches, Net Weight: 30 lbs, Shipping Weight: 36 lbs
• Mounting Accessories: U-bracket, Input Connectors: NL4 x 2, Barrier Strip

Specifications

Performance

• Max SPL (12 dB Crest Factor): 130 dB
• Max SPL (6 dB Crest Factor): 124 dB
• Operating Range: 65Hz - 19kHz
• Nominal Beamwidth: 120° Horizontal x 60° Vertical
• Nominal Phase: +15° from ideal high-pass filter
• Input Impedance: LF/HF = 8Ω
• Accelerated Life Test: 300W

Accelerated Life Test

• LF/HF: 49V, 300W

Configuration

• LF Transducer, Loading: 1 x 8 inch cone, 2 inch voice coil, vented
• HF Transducer, Loading: 1 x 1 inch exit, 1.4 inch voice coil compression driver, horn loaded
• Operating Modes: Passive

Physical

• Dimensions: 19.75 x 11.75 x 11.03 inches
• Net Weight: 30 lbs
• Shipping Weight: 36 lbs
• Mounting Accessories: U-Bracket
• Input Connector: NL4 x 2, Barrier Strip