Description
DS18 CF-8MD
The CF-8MD is an 8″ marine-grade hybrid 2-way coaxial speaker pair featuring a neodymium compression driver with CNC aluminum horn and integrated RGB LED lighting. Designed for marine, powersports, UTV, ATV, and outdoor audio systems, it delivers powerful full-range sound from deep mids to crisp highs. Built with rugged IP65 waterproof and UV-stable construction, removable stainless steel grills, and included speaker hardware, it’s ideal for harsh environments and immersive audio setups.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal Diameter | 8″ / 203mm |
| RMS Power Handling (Combined) | 350W |
| MAX Power Handling (Combined) | 700W |
| Sensitivity (1W/1m) (Combined) | 108dB |
| Frequency Response (Combined) | 50Hz – 20kHz |
| Number of Ways | 2-Ways |
| UV Compliant | Yes, 100% Stable |
| Marine Grade Type | IP65 |
| RGB LED | Yes, 12VDC LED integrated |
| Grill Type | Injection Molded Composite ASA with UV Protection coating + Removable 316 Stainless Steel metal mesh |
| Sold in Pair | Yes |
| Color / Finish | Matte Black |
Woofer Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| RMS Power Handling | 300W |
| MAX Power Handling | 600W |
| Sensitivity (1W/1m) | 96dB |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz – 7kHz |
| Recommended Band-Pass Crossover | 80Hz – 2.5kHz |
| Voice Coil Diameter | 2″ / 50.8mm |
| Voice Coil Former Material | Glass Fiber |
| Winding Material | CCAW |
| Cone Material | Water-Resistant Paper |
| Surround Material | Treated Cloth |
| Basket Material | Injection Molded PC with UV Protection coating |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium (N40H) |
| Magnet Weight | 8 oz |
Driver Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type | Compression driver with CNC solid aluminum horn |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| RMS Power Handling | 50W |
| MAX Power Handling | 100W |
| Sensitivity (1W/1m) | 108dB |
| Frequency Response | 1kHz – 20kHz |
| Crossover | Built-In 12dB/Oct with overload protection |
| Recommended High-Pass Crossover | 2.5kHz |
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1″ / 25.4mm |
| Voice Coil Former Material | Kapton |
| Winding Material | CCAW |
| Diaphragm Material | PEN |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium (N38H) |
| Magnet Weight | 0.61 oz |
Thiele & Small Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Equivalent Volume | 13.25L / 0.468ft³ |
| Excursion (One Way) | 2.75mm |
| Free Air Resonance | 86Hz |
| Mechanical Factor (Qms) | 4.481 |
| Electrical Factor (Qes) | 0.685 |
| Total Factor (Qts) | 0.594 |
| Moving Mass | 16.637g |
| Compliance | 204.640 µM/N |
| BL Factor | 6.069 |
| Voice Coil Inductance | 0.17mH |
| Cone Area | 213.8 cm² |
| DC Resistance | 2.9 Ohms |
| Efficiency Bandwidth Product | 125 |
Speaker Measurements
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Overall Diameter | 8.6″ / 218mm |
| Overall Depth | 5.2″ / 132mm |
| Front Mount Baffle Cutout | 7″ / 177mm |
| Mounting Depth | 3.8″ / 98mm |
| Motor Diameter | 3.9″ / 100mm |
Product Overview
8” Marine Grade Hybrid Speaker with RGB LED, Compression Driver, Neodymium Magnet
Experience the punch of DS18’s NXL-8MD, rated at 350W RMS and designed for marine and powersports enthusiasts who like it LOUD!
Advanced Hybrid 2-Way Design
Featuring a high-performance 2” voice coil woofer with treated paper cone, the NXL-8MD is paired with a 1” neodymium compression driver and CNC aluminum horn reproducing audio from 50Hz up to 20kHz.
Marine-Grade Construction & Lighting
The IP65 rated speaker is housed in a UV-protected injection-molded ASA basket. A removable stainless steel grill guards against corrosion. Integrated 12V RGB LED lighting adds customizable flair to your audio system.
Installation Made Easy
The NXL-8MD fits standard 8.6” diameter openings with a 3.8” mounting depth, and is sold in pairs for balanced stereo sound.
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