Scansonic HD MB8 B Floorstanding Speaker, Walnut (Pair)

The Scansonic HD MB8 B is the statement floorstanding pair of the MB series – a 3-way bass-reflex system with a ribbon tweeter, two carbon midrange drivers and two 8-inch carbon woofers, here in real walnut wood veneer.

The warm wood finish takes away any severity from Scansonic's largest model – a statement that still feels like a piece of furniture in the living room.

Why the MB8 B?

Like Raidho, Scansonic HD belongs to the Danish manufacturer Dantax – and the MB8 B is the brand's most uncompromising answer yet to the question of how much Raidho DNA fits into an affordable cabinet. The quasi-ribbon tweeter with Kapton foil diaphragm weighs around 50 times less than a classic dome and renders highs silky and lightning-fast.

The walnut veneer is real wood and explains the premium over the gloss version. The technology and tuning are identical – two 5.25-inch carbon midrange drivers, two 8-inch carbon woofers, all of them Raidho's own developments. You get the same statement in a warmer look.

What you hear

Big, effortless dynamics with genuine low-end extension from two 8-inch drivers, plus clear, standalone mids and an airy, finely resolved top end. The MB8 B builds a wide, stable soundstage and stays completely composed even at volume and in large rooms.

The time-aligned crossover blends ribbon and carbon drivers seamlessly – big, organic and never tiring.

Who is the MB8 B for?

For large rooms, demanding stereo and upscale home cinema – and for listeners who want a warm natural material. Ideal with a powerful, high-quality amplifier. Plain talk: Scansonic recommends at least 100 watts – the MB8 B wants an amplifier with reserves and a room that leaves space for two 8-inch drivers. In a small living room it plays below its potential; there the MB3.5 or MB5 are the smarter choice.

Our verdict

The walnut version is the coziest statement of the MB series – sonically identical to the gloss version, visually in a class of its own. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil advise you on room, amplifier and placement so this pair plays big and clean instead of just loud.

Technical data

• Type: 3-way floorstanding speaker (MB series statement model), bass reflex with 3 ports
• Finish: Walnut (real wood veneer)
• Drivers: 1× ribbon tweeter, 2× 5.25″ carbon midrange, 2× 8″ carbon woofers
• Frequency response (-6 dB): 34 Hz – 20 kHz
• Impedance: 4 ohms
• Sensitivity: 88 dB
• Crossover: 400 Hz / 2800 Hz
• Recommended amplifier power: min. 100 W
• Cabinet: curved, heavily braced, with adjustable aluminium feet; hand-built in Denmark
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 355 × 1450 × 490 mm (incl. feet)
• Weight: 45 kg each
• Scope of delivery: one pair of speakers (2 pieces)

Frequently asked questions

Why does the walnut version cost more?

Because it's real wood veneer instead of gloss lacquer. Natural wood takes more effort to select and process, and every grain is unique. Sonically, the walnut version is identical to the gloss version – the premium is purely in the finish.

Is the price for a pair or a single unit?

The MB8 B is sold in pairs; the price applies to both speakers. As a floorstanding speaker it needs no stands. So your stereo statement is complete with a single purchase.

How much amplifier power does the MB8 B need?

Scansonic recommends at least 100 watts. With 4 ohms and two 8-inch woofers, the MB8 B rewards a powerful, controlled amplifier with reserves. More important than sheer wattage is clean, stable power – which chain suits your room is something we're happy to work out together.

What's the difference between the MB8 B and the MB6 B?

The MB6 B is a line array of six 5.25-inch drivers, the MB8 B a classic three-way design with two genuine 8-inch woofers. The MB8 B relies on depth and level from large drivers, the MB6 B on the speed of many small ones. Which one fits better depends on room and taste.

Why buy the Scansonic HD MB8 B at HD Zürisee?

Because a statement speaker deserves the right environment. The experienced team at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil advises you personally on room, amplifier and placement – including delivery and installation on site. Reach us at +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp 076 534 22 00 (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.

Goes well with

Pair the MB8 B with a powerful integrated amplifier or streaming amplifier and high-quality cables. More models under Floorstanding speakers and in the Scansonic HD overview.