{"product_id":"rockford-fosgate-m1-8b-8-color-optix-marine-speakers","title":"Rockford Fosgate M1-8B 8\" Color Optix Marine Speakers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rockford Fosgate M1-8B is a pair of 8-inch, 2-way coaxial marine speakers designed for boats, powersports vehicles, and other exposed installations. They provide a full-range audio upgrade where conventional speakers may be vulnerable to water spray, salt, vibration, and ultraviolet exposure. The black grille and trim presentation suits darker interior and exterior marine installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach speaker uses a 4-ohm design with a 1-inch balanced-dome tweeter and an integrated crossover network. With 150 watts RMS and 600 watts peak power handling, the M1-8B is suited to systems that need stronger output than a basic factory speaker setup. Its 35 Hz to 22 kHz frequency response supports substantial midbass along with detailed high-frequency playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Optix RGB lighting is built into the speakers for coordinated illumination in compatible Rockford Fosgate marine systems. The speakers work with the separately sold PMX-RGB Color Optix controller and RF Connect app for lighting control. Integrated Deutsch and Amphenol-style connectivity is intended to simplify compatible audio and lighting connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElement Ready construction focuses on materials and design choices intended for outdoor use. The speakers use a mineral-filled polypropylene cone, Santoprene VAST surround, sealed motor design, UV-stable ASA frame and grille, and marine-grade connection terminals. Their IPX6 water-intrusion rating supports installations exposed to powerful water jets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M1-8B is a practical fit for a Rockford Fosgate Color Optix system using compatible source units, controllers, amplifiers, speakers, and subwoofers. It can also serve as a stand-alone full-range speaker upgrade when RGB lighting control is not required. Plan the installation around its 7.1-inch cutout requirement and 3.3-inch mounting depth before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Inch 2-Way Coaxial Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines woofer and tweeter performance in one marine-ready speaker assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150-Watt RMS Power Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports use with appropriately matched external amplification for stronger output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Optix RGB Lighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds configurable illumination when used with the optional PMX-RGB controller and RF Connect app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElement Ready Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses weather-resistant materials selected for marine and motorsports environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Sealed Crossover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directs high frequencies to the tweeter without requiring an external crossover module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine-Grade Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes stainless-steel mounting hardware and corrosion-resistant connection terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M1-8B uses a co-molded mineral-filled polypropylene cone body with a Santoprene VAST surround, a 1-inch LCP balanced-dome tweeter, and a high-temperature Kapton woofer voice-coil former. Its sealed motor and fully sealed integrated concealed crossover support use in exposed environments. The black ASA plastic frame and grille are UV-stable, while zinc-nickel-plated brass terminals help support durable connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm a 7.1-inch cutout diameter and at least 3.3 inches of mounting depth at each location. The speakers include grilles and stainless-steel mounting hardware; route speaker wiring separately from Color Optix lighting wiring, and use the optional PMX-RGB controller for app-based RGB control. Rockford Fosgate recommends at least 20-gauge wire when hardwiring Color Optix speakers, and the lighting circuit requires a 9-16 volt supply with a 1-amp recommended fuse rating.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockford Fosgate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45633719828550,"sku":"M1-8B","price":309.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/4163\/5910\/files\/71VmBsWcY7L.jpg?v=1784424466","url":"https:\/\/audiowatt.store\/products\/rockford-fosgate-m1-8b-8-color-optix-marine-speakers","provider":"Audio Watt Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}