{"product_id":"bose-designmax-dm8c-in-ceiling-loudspeaker","title":"Bose DesignMax DM8C In-Ceiling Loudspeaker","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDeliver High-SPL In-Ceiling Sound with the Bose Professional DesignMax DM8C Loudspeaker\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bose Professional DesignMax DM8C is a 150-watt in-ceiling loudspeaker designed for commercial sound installations that need powerful SPL, rich low end, and clear high-frequency performance. Featuring an 8-inch woofer and a center-firing coaxial 1-inch compression driver, the DM8C delivers a 52 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range with premium aesthetics for restaurants, retail stores, houses of worship, conference centers, hospitality venues, and performing arts spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150-watt in-ceiling loudspeaker for foreground music and commercial audio installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaxial 2-way driver design delivers rich lows and clear, intelligible highs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch woofer with center-firing 1-inch compression driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e113 dB calculated maximum SPL at 1 meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e135° conical coverage provides wide, even sound dispersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuickHold mounting system reduces installation time and strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum-bezel magnetic grille blends cleanly with room design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes plenum-rated backcan, tile bridge, and front-access audio wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo DSP or EQ required, with Bose Professional EQ voicing and SmartBass processing available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite grille included; black grille available separately as an accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePowerful Sound for Demanding Commercial Spaces\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DesignMax DM8C is built for applications that require higher SPL from an in-ceiling loudspeaker. Its 150-watt power handling, 8-inch woofer, and compression driver make it suitable for foreground music, high-ceiling spaces, ballrooms, concourses, convention centers, and other demanding installed audio environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCoaxial 2-Way Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DM8C uses a coaxial 2-way design with an 8-inch low-frequency woofer and a center-firing 1-inch compression driver. This configuration helps deliver full low-frequency response, clear highs, and balanced coverage without requiring external DSP or EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFast Installation with QuickHold Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patented QuickHold mounting system uses three spring-loaded mounting arms to simplify installation and reduce strain during setup. Included installation accessories such as the tile bridge, cutout template, and front-access wiring help make the DM8C easier to install and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClean Design for Professional Interiors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnetically attached perforated steel grille features a minimum-bezel design, removable logo, and paintable finish to blend into a wide range of commercial interiors. The in-ceiling DesignMax models are sold in white, with optional black grilles available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlexible System Integration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesignMax loudspeakers can be mixed and matched across the series to complete systems of different sizes. For enhanced performance, select Bose Professional DSPs and amplifiers can enable Bose Professional loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: In-ceiling loudspeaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: DesignMax DM8C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Code: 802080-0210\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Description: DESIGNMAX DM8C SINGLE WHT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: White grille, similar to RAL 9003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Grille Color: Black grille, similar to RAL 9005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaintable: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental Rating: Indoor only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerformance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Range: 52 Hz - 20,000 Hz, -10 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculated Maximum SPL at 1 m: 113 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 91 dB SPL \/ 1 W at 1 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNominal Impedance: 8 ohms, transformer bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Handling, Long-Term Continuous: 150 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Handling, Peak: 600 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage: 135° conical horizontal and vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Signal Processing: Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Signal Processing: Bose Professional EQ voicing and SmartBass processing available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransducers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-Frequency Driver: 1 x 8-inch \/ 203 mm woofer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Frequency Driver: 1 x 1-inch \/ 25 mm compression driver, coaxial center-firing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover: 1.5 kHz passive 2-way crossover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver Protection: Recommended high-pass protection at 48 Hz with recommended 24 dB\/octave filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional Protection: Overload protection and resistor-network power reduction with automatic reset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransformer Taps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70V Transformer Taps: 2.5 W, 5 W, 10 W, 20 W, 40 W, 80 W, bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100V Transformer Taps: 5 W, 10 W, 20 W, 40 W, 80 W, bypass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosure Material: Engineered-plastics front baffle with integrated steel-formed backcan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrille: Magnetically attached perforated steel with powder-coated finish and safety tether\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogo: Rotatable and removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeiling Cutout: 13.8 inches \/ 349 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMounting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting System: 3 x QuickHold spring-loaded mounting arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Cable Attachment Points: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Installation Accessories: Tile bridge and cutout template\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompliance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Agency Ratings: UL-1480A, S5591 \/ UL Listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlenum Compliance: UL2043 for plenum-space installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional Compliance: NFPA70, NFPA90-A, CE compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOperating Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Temperature Range: 0°C to 50°C \/ 32°F to 122°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Dimensions: 16.1-inch diameter x 10.0-inch depth \/ 409 mm x 255 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackcan Dimensions: 13.4-inch diameter x 9.5-inch depth \/ 340 mm x 240 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet Weight: 21.1 lb \/ 9.6 kg, loudspeaker with grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTile Bridge Weight: 2.2 lb \/ 1.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Weight: 28.0 lb \/ 12.7 kg, single\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Bose Professional DesignMax DM8C Loudspeaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Tile Bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Cutout 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Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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