Detail 01
32 Hz–40 kHz
The stated frequency range is measured at −10 dB.
Product detailSKU #1500000480100
KRKV-Series Five V8 8" Powered Studio Monitor
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A full-range, powered 8-inch nearfield monitor with KRK Mesh control, extensive EQ, and analog or AES3 connectivity.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Music production and mixing
- Post-production
- Immersive monitoring systems, including Dolby Atmos configurations
- Studios needing adjustable EQ and wireless monitor control
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Setups requiring a passive monitor
- Installations that cannot accommodate a 17.3 × 11.2 × 14.1 in, 32.5 lb speaker
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
121 dB maximum SPL
The stated maximum level is measured at 3.2 ft.
Detail 03
49 boundary-EQ combinations and 7 parametric bands
The monitor provides room and placement adjustment options.
Detail 04
3 user presets
Three monitor configurations can be stored and compared.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a powered monitor with 455 W total Class-D amplification.
- 02It accepts balanced XLR/1/4 in TRS analog audio and AES3 digital audio.
- 03KRK Mesh control requires the KRK Control app.
- 04AES3 Thru is provided for compatible additional monitors.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the V8 powered?
Yes. It has Pascal Class-D amplification rated at 280 W for the low-frequency driver and 175 W for the high-frequency driver.
02What inputs does it have?
It has a Neutrik combo XLR/1/4 in TRS analog input and an AES3 digital input, plus AES3 Thru.
03Can it be controlled wirelessly?
Yes. KRK Mesh works with the KRK Control app for individual monitors or grouped systems.
04What drivers are used?
It uses an 8-inch Kevlar woofer and a 1-inch silk-dome tweeter.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- High-frequency driver
- 1" silk dome, ferrite magnet
- Low-frequency driver
- 8" Kevlar cone, cast aluminum frame, ferrite magnet
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Mobile app control
- KRK Control app
- Wireless control
- KRK Mesh
6 detailsConnections & power
- Digital output
- AES3 thru
- Analog input
- Neutrik combo XLR/1/4" TRS
- Total power
- 455W
- HF amplifier power
- 175W
- Digital input
- AES3
- LF amplifier power
- 280W
24 detailsOther
- Parametric EQ bands
- 7
- Enclosure
- Front-ported bass reflex
- Amplifier type
- Class-D (Pascal modules)
- Monitor grouping
- Individual, stereo and Dolby Atmos configurations
- Mounting points
- Yes
- Controllable functions
- EQ, level, mute, standby, ground lift, input sensitivity, logo LED and backlight
- Tier
- new
- Boundary EQ presets
- 49
- DSP
- Analog Devices
- Category Source
- detail
- Maximum SPL
- 121dB @ 3.2'
- Product type
- Powered 2-way studio monitor
- User presets
- 3
- Converters
- ESS
- Dimensions
- 17.3" × 11.2" × 14.1"
- Korena Special
- false
- Waveguide
- Optimized for off-axis response
- Weight
- 32.5 lb.
- Series
- V-Series Five
- Frequency range (-10dB)
- 32Hz–40kHz
- Product Type
- Powered 2-way studio monitor
- Model
- V8
- Grille
- Removable protective grille
- Source Id
- site51500000480100
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