PSB Synchrony T800 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by PSB. It was released in 2022. It features a 1" Dome Tweeter, 1 x 5.25" Midrange and 3 x 8" Cast Basket Carbon Fibre Cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 21-23k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. PSB Synchrony T800 has an MSRP of 11999$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the PSB Synchrony T800 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
PSB Synchrony T800 Lifestyle
PSB's Synchrony Series of Loudspeakers
Synchrony T800 is a member of PSB's Synchrony series of Passive speakers. The Synchrony range is PSB's flagship line of high-end Canadian speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
PSB Synchrony Series Speakers
PSB Synchrony Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the PSB Synchrony T800 Speaker
PSB Synchrony T800 has a Frequency response range of 21-23k Hz and Power Range of 20-300 watts. With a minimum frequency of 21 Hz, Synchrony T800 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how Synchrony T800's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the PSB Synchrony T800?
Synchrony T800 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange is set to 450 Hz and the crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 1800 Hz.
Impedance and Sensitivity
PSB Synchrony T800's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms but can go down to as low as
4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the PSB Synchrony T800 is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the PSB Synchrony T800 with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
89dB of the PSB Synchrony T800 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the PSB Synchrony T800 plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the PSB Synchrony T800 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–300 W
per channel into 4 ohms.
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Input Type
Synchrony T800 has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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PSB Synchrony T800 Back View
PSB Synchrony T800 External Dimensions and Weight
PSB Synchrony T800 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 47 3/4 x 14 7/8 x 15 5/8-inch (1212 x 377 x 396mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of PSB Synchrony T800 is approximately 1492.0cm2 / 231.3inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of PSB Synchrony T800, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
PSB Synchrony T800 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the PSB Synchrony T800 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
PSB Synchrony T800 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe PSB Synchrony T800 weighs 45.40kg / 99.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Synchrony T800's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $20000
Cabinet type and Materials
PSB Synchrony T800 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Lacquer finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
PSB Synchrony T800 comes with Outrigger stabilizers with integrated IsoAcoustics isolators which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
PSB Synchrony T800 Feet
Port Position
PSB Synchrony T800 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe. Synchrony T800 comes with
2 Port plugs so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
PSB Synchrony T800 is available in Gloss Black and Satin Walnut.
Does the PSB Synchrony T800 come with a Grille?
Synchrony T800 comes with Magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
What's in the Box of PSB Synchrony T800?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Synchrony T800:
- Floorstanding loudspeakr
- Grille
- 2 Binding-post jumpers (pre-installed)
- 4 Isolation feet
- 2 Port plugs
- Owners Manual
- Warranty Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the PSB Synchrony T800.
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the PSB Synchrony T800 speaker:
Official Brochure for PSB Synchrony T800
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the PSB Synchrony T800 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for PSB Synchrony T800
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.