Samson Auro D208 – Compact 8" (200W) active speaker with mic/line input, XLR output and 35mm pole mount

Samson Auro D208 – Compact 8" (200W) active speaker with mic/line input, XLR output and 35mm pole mount

The Samson Auro D208 is a 2-way self-powered loudspeaker designed for mobile PA and small fixed installations. It combines an 8" (203 mm) long-throw woofer with a 1" (25 mm) wide-dispersion horn-loaded compression driver , powered by Class D amplification up to 200 W. Its rear panel integrates a balanced mic/line input on XLR and 6.35 mm jack , level control with clip LED , 2-band EQ (bass/treble) and XLR line output for linking multiple units. The polypropylene enclosure with steel grille , 35 mm tripod socket and the possibility of use as a wedge monitor (approximate angle of 35°) make the D208 a versatile speaker for live music, DJs , presentations and corporate AV.

In addition to its compact size, the Auro D208 offers features typical of larger systems: a 24 dB/oct Linkwitz–Riley crossover with time alignment, an optical limiter , and multi-band dynamics processing to protect the transducers and maintain clear sound. It responds naturally across the 64 Hz–20 kHz range (-3 dB) and reaches up to 113 dB SPL at 1 m, with a nominal coverage of 90° × 60° . Dedicated wall brackets are available as an option for fixed installation.

Main features

• 2-way active speaker, Class D with 200 W total power.
• Transducers: High-performance 8" (203 mm) woofer + 1" (25 mm) compression driver with 1" throat.
• Connection panel: balanced mic/line input on XLR and 6.35 mm jack ; XLR output for linking speakers.
• Controls and indicators: Level , Bass , Treble and LED Clip .
• Protections: optical limiter and multiband dynamic processing.
• Mounting: 35mm (1 3/8") tripod socket and use as a floor monitor (≈35°).
• Rugged polypropylene enclosure with steel grille and tuned bass-reflex port.

Product benefits

• True Portability : Compact size (37.2 × 20.5 × 24.9 cm) and moderate weight (6.66 kg) for quick assembly/transport.
• Direct microphone or line connection without a mixer, and daisy-chain capability via XLR.
• Protected Sound : Transparent limiting and internal processing prevent clipping and protect your speakers.
• Versatility : on a tripod, mounted on a wall with an optional stand, or on the floor as a monitor.

Use cases

• Voice and music reinforcement in bars, schools, churches, and meeting rooms.
• Corporate presentations and events with quick setup.
• Stage return and monitoring for musicians and DJs .

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I connect a microphone directly? Yes, the XLR input accepts either a microphone or line signal; use the Level control to adjust the gain.
• Can it be wall-mounted? Yes, specific wall mounts for the Auro D208 (U-Mount/B8) are available as an accessory.
• Can it be used as a floor monitor? Yes, the housing design allows for wedge placement at an approximate 35° angle.

Description for projects

2-way bi-amplified active loudspeaker ( Class D ) with 8" (203 mm) woofer and 1" (25 mm) driver . Power : total 200 W; internal distribution approx. LF 135 W RMS / 160 W peak , HF 20 W RMS / 40 W peak . Response (−3 dB): 64 Hz–20 kHz ; max. SPL 113 dB @ 1 m; coverage 90° × 60°; crossover LR24 at 2.1 kHz. Inputs : XLR (bal.) and 6.35 mm jack (bal./unbal.) mic/line; XLR line output . Controls : Level, Bass, Treble, LED Clip. Mounting : 35 mm socket and monitor use (~35°). Dimensions (H × W × D): 37.2 × 20.5 × 24.9 cm; weight 6.66 kg. Polypropylene enclosure with steel mesh.