Rockford Fosgate M2-8 M2 Series 8 Inch 2-Way Color Optix Marine Speakers in White - Pair

A pair of premium marine grade 8 inch 2-way coaxial speakers in white with Color Optix RGB LED lighting, 250W RMS handling, and 93.1dB sensitivity. Features a UV and salt-fog resistant TPE surround, aramid-polyester composite spider, laminated PXNX dome tweeter with dual neodymium magnet motor, 12dB/octave fully sealed ICC crossover, vented motor with nano-coated mesh screen, and integrated Deutsch/Amphenol plug-and-play connectors. IPX6 rated and ASTM B117 and G154 tested. Sold as a pair. Backed by a 2 year warranty.

Product Overview

The Rockford Fosgate M2-8 is a pair of M2 series 8 inch 2-way coaxial marine speakers in white, featuring Color Optix RGB LED illumination controllable via the PMX-RGB controller and RF Connect app (available on iOS and Android, sold separately). The M2 series represents the premium tier of Rockford Fosgate's marine full-range speaker lineup, with a significantly more advanced driver construction than the M1 series.

The woofer cone is injection-moulded mineral-filled polypropylene with UV inhibitors, co-moulded with a UV and salt-fog resistant TPE (Thermo-Plastic Elastomer) surround attached using Rockford Fosgate's patented VAST technique for up to 25% more effective radiating cone area. The aramid-polyester composite spider provides superior excursion linearity compared to the linear synthetic fiber blend used in M1 series speakers. The vented motor design with a water-repelling nano-coated mesh screen allows heat dissipation at high output levels while preventing water ingress at the motor assembly. The ultra-high temperature PA66 frame with 30% glass fill and UV inhibitors provides a rigid, thermally stable mounting platform.

The fully sealed 12dB/octave ICC (Integrated Concealed Crossover) uses metallised polyester film capacitors, delivering a steeper, more precise roll-off than the 6dB/octave crossovers in M1 and M0 series speakers. The integrated 1 inch (25.4mm) tweeter features a laminated PXNX dome with a dual neodymium magnet motor. Integrated Deutsch RGB and speaker receptacles combine Color Optix lighting and audio signal in a single plug-and-play connection. Optically clear UV stable RGB lighting encapsulation protects the LED PCB. Ultra-bright wide-angle tri-colour surface mount LEDs with flat mould lenses deliver the Color Optix illumination. Both stainless steel and sport grille inserts are included. The black version is available as the M2-8B. Tested to ASTM B117 (500-hour salt/fog), ASTM G154 (500-hour accelerated UV), and ISO60068-2-64 vibration standards. Fully insulated silicone tinsel leads are used throughout.

Features & Benefits

Color Optix RGB LED Lighting - App Controlled: Ultra-bright wide-angle tri-colour surface mount LEDs with flat mould lenses are protected by optically clear UV stable RGB encapsulation and driven via a multiplexed RGB input. Fully controllable via the PMX-RGB controller and RF Connect app on iOS and Android. The PMX-RGB controller is sold separately.

12dB/Octave Sealed ICC Crossover with Metallised Polyester Film Capacitors: The 12dB/octave sealed ICC crossover provides steeper, more precise signal separation than the 6dB/octave crossovers used in M1 and M0 series speakers, delivering cleaner protection for the tweeter diaphragm and better integration between the woofer and tweeter across the crossover frequency.

TPE Surround with VAST Technology - Up to 25% More Cone Area: The UV and salt-fog resistant TPE surround is co-moulded to the cone and attaches vertically via Rockford Fosgate's patented VAST technique, increasing the effective radiating cone area by up to 25% and delivering more output from the same 8 inch footprint.

Laminated PXNX Dome Tweeter with Dual Neodymium Motor: The 1 inch (25.4mm) laminated PXNX dome tweeter features a dual neodymium magnet motor for high magnetic flux density in a compact form, contributing to the 93.1dB sensitivity rating and smooth high-frequency response up to 24kHz.

Vented Motor with Nano-Coated Water-Repelling Mesh Screen: The vented motor design allows heat to dissipate from the voice coil assembly at high output levels, while the nano-coated mesh screen repels water from the motor assembly, combining thermal and environmental protection in a single design.

Aramid-Polyester Composite Spider and PA66 Glass-Fill Frame: The aramid-polyester composite spider delivers superior excursion linearity and fatigue resistance compared to standard synthetic fiber spiders. The ultra-high temperature PA66 frame with 30% glass fill and UV inhibitors provides a rigid, thermally stable, and UV resistant mounting structure.

Interchangeable Grille Options - Stainless Steel and Sport Inserts Included: Both stainless steel and sport grille inserts are included in the box, with additional grille options available separately for further customisation.

ASTM and ISO Tested - Purpose-Built Marine and Motorsport Construction: Tested to ASTM B117 (500-hour salt/fog), ASTM G154 (500-hour accelerated UV), and ISO60068-2-64 vibration standards. IPX6 water intrusion rating confirms protection against powerful jets of water from any direction.

Technical Specs

Compatible With / Goes Well With

The M2-8 is suited to marine watercraft, pontoon boats, ski boats, and any vessel requiring a premium 8 inch marine speaker with Color Optix lighting. Its 250W RMS rating makes it well suited to pairing with an external marine amplifier. The black version is available as the M2-8B.

Goes Well With:

• PMX-RGB - Rockford Fosgate Color Optix RGB controller required to access full Color Optix lighting control and RF Connect app integration
• M2-TS - M2 series 1 inch marine add-on tweeter kit, designed to further extend the high-frequency performance of the M2-8 system
• M5-800X4 - M5 series 800W 4-channel marine amplifier, the premium amplifier pairing for the M2-8
• M2-300X4 - M2 series 300W 4-channel marine amplifier for complete M2 series system builds
• M2D4-12I / M2D2-10SB - M2 series Color Optix marine subwoofers for completing the M2 Color Optix ecosystem
• M2-8B - Black version of these speakers for colour-matched installations
• M2-8H - Horn-loaded version of the M2 8 inch speaker for installations requiring superior high-frequency projection at distance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the M2-8 and the M1-8?

Both are white 8 inch 2-way Color Optix marine speakers with Deutsch/Amphenol connectors, but the M2-8 is a significant step up in construction and performance. The M2-8 handles 250W RMS (vs 150W on M1-8) with 93.1dB sensitivity (vs 92dB), uses a 12dB/octave ICC crossover (vs 6dB on M1-8), a TPE surround (vs Santoprene), an aramid-polyester composite spider, a laminated PXNX dome tweeter with dual neodymium magnet motor, a vented motor with nano-coated mesh screen, and a PA66 glass-fill frame. Choose the M1-8 for a capable mid-tier marine speaker; choose the M2-8 for the highest performance in a flush-mount marine coaxial format.

What is the difference between the M2-8 and the M2-8H?

The M2-8 is a flush-mount coaxial speaker with a grille-integrated dome tweeter, while the M2-8H is the horn-loaded wake tower enclosure version featuring an integrated horn tweeter for superior high-frequency projection toward skiers and wakeboarders at distance. The M2-8H is mounted in a sealed wake tower enclosure with a universal clamp system for bars from 1.5 to 3.0 inches. Choose the M2-8 for flush panel or hull mounting; choose the M2-8H for wake tower bar mounting where directional projection is a priority.

Does the Color Optix lighting require a separate controller?

Yes. Color Optix RGB lighting requires the PMX-RGB controller and the RF Connect app (available on iOS and Android) to access full colour control, lighting effects, and brightness adjustment. The PMX-RGB controller is sold separately and is not included. The speakers can operate without the controller at a fixed default colour setting straight out of the box.

What is the mounting depth required for the M2-8?

The M2-8 requires a mounting depth of 3.35 inches (85mm). Measure the available depth behind the mounting surface before purchasing to confirm the speaker will fit without interference from hull structure or wiring.

Does the M2-8 come in a black version?

Yes. The black version is available as the M2-8B, sharing the same specifications and construction.