Pristine acoustics
tailored to any space
The T8 System pairs real-time robotic control of vertical & horizontal acoustic dispersion with tight variable pattern control down to 400 Hz.
T8
Line Source
Maximum SPL
143.5 dB
Horizontal Directivity
60°-120° Robotic Directivity
Frequency Response
50 Hz-20 kHz
Robotic Actuator Duty Cycle
80,000 Actuations (109 years)
T8 is the compact member of the industry’s first robotically controlled line source family. Featuring PK Sound’s patented multi-axis robotics, T8’s stunning output – with peak SPLs reaching 143.5 dB – is precisely controlled down to 400 Hz in both the vertical and horizontal planes, offering system operators maximum flexibility in making coverage adjustments after the array is flown.
Integrated inclinometers and network-based Auto-Array via PK .dynamics software enable each module to recognize its position and angle within the system, enhancing the speed, safety, and accuracy of any deployment. Robotic control, onboard DSP, and AVB end points are routed through the world’s first implementation of Neutrik’s DR Series of IP65-rated connectors for maximum stability.
A pair of vented 8” Tetracoil transducers with custom phase plugs manage low-frequency response while a dual ring radiator coaxial compression driver handles mid and high frequencies. This three-way, high-directivity design offers detailed and variable pattern control of frequencies from 20 kHz down to 400 Hz, resulting in significant SPL reductions between on-axis and off-axis coverage points. A two-channel VE15 1,400 W Class D amplifier maximizes headroom while maintaining crystal clear audio and exceptional output.
T8’s waveguide is robotically manipulated to offer variable symmetric and asymmetric horizontal dispersion from 60°-120° so users can shape an array’s radial directivity remotely and in real time. This enables the configuration of tapered arrays, precisely tailored to the meet the unique coverage requirements of any venue or event.
Flown straight, the array’s directivity is then configured remotely using industrial linear actuators. Vertical angles are variable with 0.1° accuracy. Finally, a combination of FIR and IIR filters is applied to ensure smooth frequency response throughout the listening area.
Integrated inclinometers and network-based Auto-Array via PK .dynamics software enable each module to recognize its position and angle within the system, enhancing the speed, safety, and accuracy of any deployment. Robotic control, onboard DSP, and AVB end points are routed through the world’s first implementation of Neutrik’s DR Series of IP65-rated connectors for maximum stability.
A pair of vented 8” Tetracoil transducers with custom phase plugs manage low-frequency response while a dual ring radiator coaxial compression driver handles mid and high frequencies. This three-way, high-directivity design offers detailed and variable pattern control of frequencies from 20 kHz down to 400 Hz, resulting in significant SPL reductions between on-axis and off-axis coverage points. A two-channel VE15 1,400 W Class D amplifier maximizes headroom while maintaining crystal clear audio and exceptional output.
T8’s waveguide is robotically manipulated to offer variable symmetric and asymmetric horizontal dispersion from 60°-120° so users can shape an array’s radial directivity remotely and in real time. This enables the configuration of tapered arrays, precisely tailored to the meet the unique coverage requirements of any venue or event.
Flown straight, the array’s directivity is then configured remotely using industrial linear actuators. Vertical angles are variable with 0.1° accuracy. Finally, a combination of FIR and IIR filters is applied to ensure smooth frequency response throughout the listening area.
Frequency Response
50 Hz-20 kHz
Horizontal Directivity
60°-120° Robotic Directivity
Horizontal Resolution
5° Symmetric & Asymmetric
Vertical Adjustment
0°-12° Robotic Directivity
Vertical Resolution
0.1° Increments
Horizontal Thrust
750 N
Vertical Thrust
2500 N
Duty Cycle
80,000 Actuations (109 years)
Low Frequency
2 x 8" Neodymium Tetracoil
Mid Frequency
1 x 3" Coaxial Dual Ring Radiator
High Frequency
1 x 2" Coaxial Dual Ring Radiator
Amplifier
VE15 2-Channel Class D
Amplifier Power
1,400 W
Operating Voltage
Auto-Switching 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
220 W
Network
AES70 / Proprietary
Input Selection
Analog/AES - IP65
Audio/Network
Balanced XLR/etherCON – IP65
Power
powerCON TRUE1 – IP65
Weight
31.4 kg/69.2 lb.
W x H x D (mm)
755 x 240 x 494
W x H x D (in)
29.7 x 9.4 x 19.4
Max Line Length
24 Modules
Environmental
IP42 (front), IP43 (rear)
Module Construction
Void-Free, High-Grade Baltic Birch
Rigging Construction
6061-T6 Aluminum
External Coating
EXL Polyurea
Grill
Powder Coated Aluminum
* Maximum SPL with Pink Noise Crest Factor 4 at 1 m (with limiters & DSP active)T8 & T18 Suspension Frame
T8 Downtilt Adapter
T8 Cart