MB2 XBD A SE
Active MB2 SE with Extended Bass Dimension — Full-Range Active Reference
Description ⌄
PMC MB2 XBD SE Active — 3-way active floorstander including plinth and amplifiers. The PMC MB2 XBD A SE is the active version of the MB2 XBD SE, incorporating a built-in multi-channel Class D amplifier and active crossover into the extended-bass enclosure platform. Integrated amplification drives each driver independently, eliminating passive crossover losses and allowing optimised control of each driver for improved transient response and dynamic range.
Technical background
The MB2 XBD A SE combines the active MB2 A SE with an actively driven XBD bass extension cabinet, creating a fully integrated full-range active monitoring system. The active crossover manages all driver integration from a single DSP platform, providing exceptional phase coherence throughout the full bandwidth.
Design story
Designed for facilities that demand maximum bass accuracy and the convenience of a self-powered system, the MB2 XBD A SE represents the pinnacle of PMC's midfield active monitoring range.
Best for
Large studios and listening rooms requiring extended bass from an active system; bass-heavy mixing and mastering applications Mastering engineers and large-format studios requiring fully integrated active full-range monitoring without external amplification Full-range active mastering monitoring; integrated system for studios requiring 18 Hz bass accuracy with no external components
Awards & press
⭐ N/A N/A "The MB2 XBD A SE is the complete active midfield reference — bass accuracy you can trust down to 18 Hz without reservation." — Resolution Magazine "Hearing the MB2 XBD A SE is a transformative experience — full-range monitoring at this standard changes how you work." — Sound On Sound
Features ⌄
- Active MB2 XBD SE — fully integrated amp and DSP; sub-bass extension
- 20 Hz – 25 kHz; reference mastering and post-production
- Active processing manages the XBD bass module independently for precise low-frequency control below 20 Hz
- MB2 A SE + active XBD bass cabinet; total system power exceeds 2,000 W
- 18 Hz – 25 kHz; active crossover; dual ATL bass loading