Silver RX8

About the Silver RX8

The Monitor Audio RX8 Silver Series is a high-performance three-way floorstanding loudspeaker designed for audiophiles seeking detailed and dynamic sound. It features a driver complement of one 1-inch C-CAM gold dome tweeter, one 6-inch RST mid/bass driver, and two 6-inch RST bass drivers. The drivers utilize Monitor Audio's proprietary Ceramic-Coated Aluminum Magnesium (C-CAM) technology combined with Rigid Surface Technology (RST) cones, which include small spherical dimples for enhanced stiffness and reduced distortion. The speaker cabinet is constructed from rigid MDF with internal bracing to minimize resonance. The RX8 offers a frequency response range of 32Hz to 35kHz, a sensitivity of 90dB, and a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. It is a two-and-a-half-way design with twin 6-inch bass drivers and a dedicated mid/bass driver, crossed over at approximately 300Hz and 2.2kHz. The bass reflex system uses twin HiVe II ports for smooth airflow and enhanced low-frequency output. The RX8 is available in various finishes including rosenut, walnut, natural oak, black oak, black gloss, and white gloss lacquer. Dimensions with plinth and feet are approximately 10.8" x 37.8" x 15.25" (W x H x D), and each speaker weighs about 48 lbs. The RX8 was manufactured from around 2010 to 2014 and is no longer in production. It was originally The speaker is praised for its clarity, seamless driver integration, and strong bass presence, though some reviews note the bass can be somewhat overemphasized, affecting timing and rhythm.