KRK VXT8 8In Woofer 180W Active Studio Monitor

Drawing upon the design characteristics of their Expose E8B, the new VXT Series of monitors consists of three models, the VXT4, VXT6, and VXT8. With a visually striking enclosure design that is equally functional, providing low resonance, improved structural integrity and extended low-end, slotted ports for reduced port turbulence, plus a sleek curvature that provides excellent imaging characteristics and a wider sweet spot the VXT monitors achieve a new level of precision.

The domed tweeter (comprised of true silk for fast transient response) and the new woofer design (with its stiffer, lighter cone that provides low distortion and extended low-end) both have vented formers to remove heat and reduce the effects of power compression, enabling these monitors to maintain their sonic signature.

With uncompromising attention to detail that includes tamper resistant switch covers, integrated Omni Mount support and more, the VXT Series is an outstanding choice for a broad range of monitoring applications.

At KRK, their focus has always been to make the most accurate studio monitors available at any price. So when you use a VXT powered monitor, you can be confident that you get the most accurate reproduction of your mix. VXT's diffraction-limiting curved surfaces, silk-domed tweeter, seamless crossover, and KRK's trademark yellow Kevlar woofer bring superior audio imaging, outstanding transient response, and amazing detail. For over 20 years, KRK has mastered the art of recording monitors, and the VXT is the culmination of this art. Listen for yourself, and believe!

Radical curves for better imaging. The molded shape of the VXT allows for radically curved surfaces that sound better. Traditional rectangular speakers suffer from diffraction as sounds leaving the edge of the cabinet are reflected back into the sound field causing phase distortion. The VXT virtually eliminates diffraction and delivers excellent imaging characteristics and a much wider sweet spot. There are no discontinuous elements to create diffraction.

Take a look at competitive monitors and you'll find ports on the back of the cabinet. These rear-firing ports tend to create bass coupling with walls and corners amplifying low frequency information which will color your mix. The superior design of the KRK VXT includes front-firing ports, which are just the right shape to reduce port turbulence. You'll appreciate the clean and accurate bass performance this approach delivers, even at high SPLs.

The VXT uses high-tech ABS Structural Foam in its cabinet. This material is very rugged and extremely impact resistant, and makes it possible for KRK engineers to create a speaker with no internal parallel walls, thereby preventing sound-coloring internal nodes. This material also has far better damping characteristics than traditional speaker materials which eliminates coloration caused by cabinet resonance.

The new, stiffer, lighter woofer cone has an extruded aluminum pole piece and vented formers. This improves transient response, reduces distortion and extends low-frequency response due to this lighter, stiffer cone. The aluminum pole piece and venter formers eliminate overheating which improves performance.

The recessed silk-domed tweeters provide amazing high-end detail. The careful design of dome and waveguide geometry coupled to the curved front baffle are optimized for on and off-axis linearity resulting in excellent imaging and a wider sweet spot.

• ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) Foam Enclosure: High density / low resonance material giving improved structural integrity and rigidity resulting in an extended low-end response. Allows the internal design to have complex shapes and non-parallel walls, increasing rigidity and reducing internal nodes. ABS also has extremely high impact resistance and excellent damping characteristics which reduces cabinet resonance.
• Front Firing Radiused / Non-parallel Ports: Facilitates the smooth passage of air molecules which reduces port turbulence at high signal pressure levels. Front ring to avoid wall / corner coupling.
• Radiused Enclosure Edges: Eliminating diffraction and phase distortion results in improved imaging characteristics as well as a wider sweet spot at the monitoring position.
• Silk Domed Tweeter: The domed tweeter is comprised of true silk for fast transient response. Silk construction reduces ear fatigue and the tweeter waveguide geometry ensures HF directivity.
• Woven Kevlar Cone: The inter-molecular hydrogen bonds of Kevlar give the cone high tensile strength for it's lightweight. Kevlar also maintains its strength and resilience over a wide temperature range. The lightweight and resilient properties of Kevlar reduces distortion and delivers extended low-end performance as compared to cones made from paper or polypropylene.
• Proprietary Woofer Design: The aluminum pole and vented formers remove heat and reduce the e ects of power compression ensuring audio performance is consistent and does not deteriorate over time.
• HF and LF Controls: Adjustment of the LF response is provided to allow compensation for room response and desktop positioning. Adjustment of the HF is provided to compensate for room acoustics or to reduce ear fatigue when listening for extended durations.
• Multiple Protection Circuitry: Thermal, over voltage and over-current circuitry is employed in the design. There is also a switchable limiter which will protect the unit from transients in the signal path.
• Ground Lift: Allowing the disconnection of the ground terminal to help resolve issues such as hum and buzz caused by ground loops in poorly conjured power systems.

• Configuration: 2-Way
• System type: Active Studio Monitor
• Low Frequency: 8" Woven Kevlar woofer
• High Frequency: 1" soft dome tweeter
• Frequency Response: 37Hz - 22kHz (+/- 3dB)
• Max Peak SPL: 114 dB
• Amplifier Class: Class A-B
• Power Output: 180W
• High Frequency: 60W
• Low Frequency: 120W
• Input Impedance (Ohms): 10 K Ohm balanced
• HF Level Adjust: +1dB shelf / Flat / -1dB shelf
• LF Level Adjust: whole, half, quarter
• System Volume: (-30dB - +6dB)
• Auto Mute: (on / off)
• Indicators: Power, Clip, Limit
• Indicator Control: Clip Indicator (On / Off / Limit)
• Input Connectors: Balanced 1/4"/XLR Combo
• Ground Lift: On / Off
• AC Power Input: Selectable 110V-120V / 220V-240V (50Hz - 60Hz) or 100V (50Hz - 60 Hz)
• Enclosure Construction: Structural Foam
• Finish: Black Textured Paint
• Port Configuration: Front firing slot port
• Grille: Optional
• Mounting: Bottom
• Compatible OmniMount: 60.0 WBX
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 17.06" (433mm) x 12.51" (318mm) x 11.66" (296mm)
• Weight: 41 Lbs. (16.5 Kg.)