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Rockford Fosgate M2-8 are 8" Color Optix™ 2-way marine speakers designed to deliver loud, clear audio with integrated customizable lighting. Element Ready construction resists water, salt and UV exposure. Sold in pairs.
Buyer confidence
88%Highlights
- 2-Year Warranty
- Ultra-high temperature PA66 with 30% glass-fill injection-molded frame with UV inhibitors
- Injection molded mineral filled polypropylene cone body with UV inhibitors
- UV and Salt-Fog resistant TPE (Thermo-Plastic Elastomer) surround
Key specs
Full specs- Speaker Type
- 2-way Coax
- Midrange Size (Nominal Diameter)
- 8"
- Power Handling (RMS)
- 250 Watts RMS 1000 Watts Peak
- Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
- 4-Ohm
- Midrange Mounting Depth
- 3.35" (85 mm)
- Tweeter Size
- 1" (25.4 mm)
- Crossover
- High Pass: 12dB/Octave
- Sensitivity (dB @ 1W/1M)
- 93.1
Key specs
Full specs- Speaker Type
- 2-way Coax
- Midrange Size (Nominal Diameter)
- 8"
- Power Handling (RMS)
- 250 Watts RMS 1000 Watts Peak
- Nominal Impedance (Ohms)
- 4-Ohm
Highlights
Overview- 2-Year Warranty
- Ultra-high temperature PA66 with 30% glass-fill injection-molded frame with UV inhibitors
- Injection molded mineral filled polypropylene cone body with UV inhibitors
Overview
Rockford Fosgate M2-8 are 8" Color Optix™ 2-way marine speakers designed to deliver loud, clear audio with integrated customizable lighting. Element Ready construction resists water, salt and UV exposure. Sold in pairs.
Best for
- Boaters and marine enthusiasts who want durable, marine-rated speakers with integrated lighting
- Installations using Rockford Fosgate Color Optix lighting and RF Connect app control
- Replacement or upgrade where 8" 2-way speakers are specified
Key points
- 8" 2-way speaker design for clear, accurate sound
- Color Optix™ lighting—customizable via Rockford Fosgate controller and app
- Element Ready™ construction for resistance to water, salt, and UV
- Multiple grille options: stainless-steel grille or sport grille inserts
- Integrated Deutsch™/Amphenol™ connectors for marine plug-and-play connectivity
- Sold in pairs
Fit and use
Designed for marine audio systems and intended to pair with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ controller and RF Connect app for lighting control. Connectors use Deutsch/Amphenol-style plug-and-play connections. Can be used alongside Rockford Fosgate 10" infinite baffle subwoofers as part of a Color Optix-enabled system.
What to know
Color Optix lighting requires the Rockford Fosgate PMX‑RGB controller (sold separately) and the RF Connect app for full lighting control. The speakers are Element Ready™—built for exposure to water, salt, and UV—and are tested to marine environmental standards, including IPX6 water intrusion rating, ASTM G154 and ASTM…
Resources
Product details and specs: https://rockfordfosgate.com/products/details/m2-8/ · Color Optix overview video: https://youtu.be/pFPaKmP7keg · Color Optix controller overview: https://youtu.be/k2wr5si8J7Q · RF Connect app:…
Highlights
Key features
- 2-Year Warranty
- Ultra-high temperature PA66 with 30% glass-fill injection-molded frame with UV inhibitors
- Injection molded mineral filled polypropylene cone body with UV inhibitors
- UV and Salt-Fog resistant TPE (Thermo-Plastic Elastomer) surround
- VAST vertical attach surround technique increases effective radiating cone area up to 25%
- Sold in pairs (2 each)
- Gold plated Marine grade brass terminals provide a corrosion resistant connection
- Vented motor design with water-repelling nano coated mesh screen
- 100% UV Stable Centrex plastic grill
- Linear Aramid-Polyester Composite Spider
- Fully insulated silicone tinsel leads
- Co-molded surround and cone body
More info
Manufacturer details
The M2-8 Color Optix™ 2-way 8” speakers deliver loud, clear, accurate sound, and light the way for your journey!
Color Optix™: Adjust your own bright, wide, and limitless lighting experience with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ plug-and-play controller (sold separately) and App.
Element Ready™: Purpose Built for the Marine Environment, Rockford’s Element Ready™ products are built to stand up to Water, Salt, and UV rays, making sure your subwoofers stand the test of time.
Grille Customization: Multiple grille options provides a customized look by using either the stainless-steel grille or the “sport” grille inserts, allowing you to dial in your personalized-on water experience.
True Marine Ecosystem: Integrated Deutsch™ / Amphenol™ connections provide industry leading marine plug-and-play connectivity and flexible install options.
Color Optix™: Requires PMX-RGB controller and RF Connect™ App
Color Optix™ Speakers | Launch
Color Optix™ Speakers | Overview
Color Optix™ Controller | Overview
Additional details
The M2 series of Element Ready™ speakers are designed to pair with the Rockford Fosgate Color Optix™ Controller and RF Connect App through its Deutsch™ and Amphenol™ connectors integrated into the speaker. This combined with their IP67 certification make these speakers Element Ready™ and truly purpose built for marine applications. To complete your sound experience, the M2 speakers are complimented by 10-inch Infinite Baffle subwoofers, also controlled through the Color Optix™ lighting system.
Sold in pairs (2 each).
Technologies
Element Ready™ | Speakers
All components are protected against harsh outdoor elements like Dust, UV, Temperature, Water, Corrosion &
ASTM G154 Testing
ASTM G154 500Hr Accelerated UV testing
IPX6 Water Intrusion Rated
A device with a level 6 water resistance rating can survive strong water jets projected by a 12.5mm nozzle at any
ASTM B117 Testing
ASTM B117 500Hr Salt/Fog Testing Standards
Klippel Verified
To adorn the ‘Verified with Klippel’ mark, the qualifying company’s loudspeaker engineering personnel must be
ICC Crossover
The Integrated Concealed Crossover hides the crossover inside the basket, creating a cleaner look and easier
ISO60068-2-64 Vibration Testing
ISO60068-2-64 Vibration testing standards ensure the product is durable and can withstand vibrations found on
VAST Surround - Marine
Rockford Fosgate's proprietary surround technique, VAST, provides up to a 25% increase in the speakers effective
Patent: D931,833
Grille Customization
With multiple grille options you can dial in your personalized-on water style all to match the look of your SXS or
Specs
Specifications
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| Speaker Type | 2-way Coax |
| Midrange Size (Nominal Diameter) | 8" |
| Power Handling (RMS) | 250 Watts RMS 1000 Watts Peak |
| Nominal Impedance (Ohms) | 4-Ohm |
| Midrange Mounting Depth | 3.35" (85 mm) |
| Tweeter Size | 1" (25.4 mm) |
| Crossover | High Pass: 12dB/Octave |
| Sensitivity (dB @ 1W/1M) | 93.1 |
| Sensitivity (dB @ 2.83V/1M) | 93 |
| Frequency Response (Hz) | 35 Hz - 24 kHz |
| Mounting Hardware | Stainless Steel |
| Grille/Trim Ring Included | Yes |
| Shipping Weight | 4.85 Lbs. (2.2 Kg.) |
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