Bogen A8T A8TBLK User Manual

•  Indoor and outdoor all-weather speaker with 

fully-sealed cabinet 

•  Available versions: 8-ohm and 70V

•  Available colors: black, green, and white

•  Metal-alloy MDT™ mid/bass speaker cone delivers

natural sound with ultra-low distortion

•  Extremely stable, long-lasting MDT cone structure

•  High efficiency and power handling for optimum

performance 

•  Dual-layer voice coil with separate inner and outer

windings for high output with ultra-low distortion

•  Patented MLS™ fluid voice coil suspension

replaces distortion-causing mechanical spider

•  Compound rubber surrounds resist UV rays 

and salt spray

•  Gold-plated, rust-proof connectors

•  High-density, injection-molded cabinet resists 

chipping and scratching 

• Low-resonance 

cabinet structure

•  Easy-to-grasp multi-faceted mounting brackets

with 180

o

swivel

•  Easy to grip, oversized mounting knobs

•  Brackets mount with knobs attached for easier 

and safer installation in hard-to-reach locations

•  Heavy-gauge aluminum (A2 & A6 models) or 

stainless steel (A8 models) brackets

•  Corrosion-resistant driver frames & mounting 

hardware

•  Attractive styling with “Armadillo” ridges for stiffness 

•  Coaxial (A2 models) or 2-way speaker

systems (A6 & A8 models)

NEAR A-Series Armadillo

®

loudspeakers feature NEARʼs

unique technologies that improve sound quality and operating
reliability.  Attractively styled, they are engineered for both indoor
and outdoor applications. The A8 models are high-output, 2-way
designs for larger spaces such as clubs, auditoriums, and theme
parks. The compact A2 models are designed for smaller spaces.
Their high audio intelligibility and superb articulation make them
ideal for music or paging applications. The A6 models are
conveniently sized, 2-way designs with high power handling for
applications such as restaurants, health clubs, and patio and
pool areas. All models feature NEARʼs MDT (Metal Diaphragm
Technology) and MLS (Magnetic Liquid Suspension).

Unique MDT™ (Metal Diaphragm Technology):

• High rigidity and low mass of metal versus traditional papers

and plastics 

• Extremely stable cone structure over long periods of time

• Fast transmission of sound through the diaphragm means

low energy storage

• Special anodizing process creates a ceramic coating for

increased stiffness 

• Efficient heat-sinking of voice coils under long-term, 

high-power situations

• Voice coil is constantly centered for lower distortion 

• Voice coil is more efficiently heat-sinked by fluid instead of air

• Greater linearity is accomplished because the mechanical 

spider is eliminated

• Constant lubrication of the gap prevents oxidation from 

outdoor use

Models A8, A8T

Specifications subject to change without notice.  

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* 

A2 and A6 models described in more detail on separate

specification sheets.
Additional information at www.nearspeakers.com