Definitive Technology Descend DN8BK Ultra-Performance 8″ Subwoofer – Black

Descend DN8 Ultra-Performance 8-inch Subwoofer

The Descend DN8 Ultra-Performance Subwoofer is engineered for listeners who require deep, authoritative bass from a compact and versatile design. Built around Descend’s proprietary 3XR Architecture, the DN8 achieves performance levels that exceed typical 8-inch subwoofers, producing bass that is both louder and clearer while remaining free from port-related distortion.

At its core, the DN8 features an 8-inch long-throw woofer supported by dual 8-inch passive radiators in a 3XR configuration. This design creates three times the effective bass-radiating surface area of a traditional ported subwoofer of similar size. The increased surface area allows the DN8 to move more air, resulting in deeper and more controlled low frequencies from a smaller cabinet that easily fits into a wide range of listening environments.

Powering the system is a custom-designed Class D digital amplifier, optimized specifically for the 3XR architecture. The amplifier emphasizes efficiency and low distortion while maintaining the ability to deliver strong transient output when maximum impact is required. With bass extension reaching down to 35 Hz, the DN8 provides a solid low-frequency foundation for both music and home theater systems.

Rear-panel controls allow precise adjustment of volume, crossover frequency, and phase, ensuring seamless integration with a variety of speakers and room layouts. Flexible connectivity options include LFE and speaker-level inputs. Finished with permanently installed rubber-padded feet and available in refined cabinet finishes, the Descend DN8 combines compact dimensions, robust construction, and long-term reliability for high-performance bass in any space.

Feature of DN8

• Ultra-performance 8-inch subwoofer design

• Advanced 3XR architecture with dual passive radiators

• Deep, controlled bass extension down to 35 Hz

• High-efficiency Class D digital amplifier

• Port-free design for clean, distortion-free low frequencies

• Compact enclosure suitable for small and medium rooms

• Rear-panel controls for precise system tuning

• LFE and speaker-level input options

• Durable cabinet with permanently installed rubber feet

Specifications of DN8