Description
DS18 NXL-LXY8/BK
The NXL‑LXY8 is an 8″ luxury marine‑grade 2‑way coaxial speaker pair with integrated digital LED lighting and a flush‑mount magnetic grille for a clean, high‑end installation finish. Designed for marine, powersports, UTV, ATV, and outdoor audio systems, it features a neodymium‑loaded tweeter and rugged IP65 water and UV‑resistant construction for dependable performance in harsh environments. With 175 W RMS power handling and wide frequency response, these speakers deliver crisp highs and rich midbass with immersive full‑range sound.
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Nominal Diameter | 8″ / 203 mm |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| RMS Power Handling | 175 W |
| MAX Power Handling | 350 W |
| Sensitivity (1W / 1m) | 96 dB |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Recommended Hi-Pass Crossover | 50 Hz |
| Sold | Pair |
Body / Features
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Grill Type | PC + Stainless Steel |
| Marine Grade Type | IP65 |
| RGB LED | Yes, digital LED integrated (behind cone) |
| Digital LED Chip Type | 1815S |
| Basket Material | Injection molded composite ASA with UV protection coating |
| Color / Finish | Black |
Woofer Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1.5″ / 38.6 mm |
| Voice Coil Former Material | Glass fiber |
| Winding Material | CCAW |
| Cone Material | PPI |
| Surround Material | Rubber |
| Basket Material | PC |
| Magnet Material | Ferrite + Neodymium |
| Magnet Weight | 24 oz + 1.1 oz |
Tweeter Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Voice Coil Diameter | 1″ / 25.5 mm |
| Voice Coil Former Material | Kapton |
| Winding Material | CCAW |
| Diaphragm Material | Aluminum |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium (N35H) |
| Magnet Weight | 0.4 oz |
Thiele & Small Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Equivalent Volume (Vas) | 16.92 L / 0.59 ft³ |
| Excursion (one-way Xmax) | 3 mm |
| Free Air Resonance (Fs) | 58 Hz |
| Mechanical Factor (Qms) | 7.599 |
| Electrical Factor (Qes) | 0.834 |
| Total Factor (Qts) | 0.752 |
| Moving Mass (Mms) | 25.604 g |
| Compliance (Cms) | 0.2875 mm/N |
| BL Factor | 6.016 |
| Voice Coil Inductance (Le) | 1.4 mH |
| Diaphragm Area (Sd) | 203.58 cm² |
| DC Resistance (Re) | 3.2 Ohms |
| Efficiency Bandwidth Product (EBP) | 69.5 |
Speaker Measurements
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Overall Diameter | 10.24″ / 260 mm |
| Overall Depth | 4.5″ / 114 mm |
| Front Mount Baffle Cutout | 8.62″ / 219 mm |
| Mounting Depth | 4″ / 103 mm |
| Motor Diameter | 4.33″ / 110 mm |
Product Overview
8” 2-Way Marine Coaxial with Floating Bullet Tweeter + Flush Magnetic Grille + RGB LED Lighting
The NXL-LXY8 gives your system full-range DS18 sound, show-ready RGB lighting, and a clean, screwless flush-mount fit that holds up through anything.
Flush-Mount Magnetic Grille
The flush-fit magnetic grille gives your install a clean, high-end finish. Magnets mean faster installs and cleaner removals if you ever need to service the speaker. And because it’s connected your grille stays tight when the adventure gets rough.
Full-Range Takeover
With a high-output neodymium-loaded tweeter suspended in front of the cone, the NXL-LXY8 gives you crisp, clean highs and tight midbass in one drop-in upgrade.
Digital LED Glow
A full digital LED ring sits behind the cone, creating a backlit glow that matches your vibe. Add DS18’s LC-DRM (sold separately) to unlock full color control.
Marine-Rated Strength for All Terrains
IP65-rated with UV-resistant housing and rubber surround, the NXL-LXY8 is built for boats, UTVs, bikes, and open-air builds that see water, salt, heat, and impact.
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