Tannoy CVS 4 - 160W 4-inch Passive 2-Way 70V/100V Ceiling Loudspeaker with 90 x 90-Degree Coverage in White Finish

The Tannoy CVS 4 is a compact yet powerful ceiling loudspeaker designed to provide high-quality audio performance in both background and foreground music systems. Engineered for use in a variety of environments, including restaurants, hotels, houses of worship, and corporate spaces, the CVS 4 delivers the kind of power handling, broad frequency response, and low distortion typically found in premium studio reference monitors. Its performance results in warm, clear, and nuanced sound that envelops the listener without overwhelming the space, making it an ideal choice for both music and speech reinforcement.

The CVS 4 features a coaxial full-range driver configuration, with a 100 mm (4.00") mid-bass driver and a 19 mm (0.75") ferrofluid-cooled soft dome high-frequency driver. This combination ensures excellent performance across a wide frequency range, with a frequency response extending from 77 Hz to 22 kHz at -10 dB. The driver components are housed in a vented, injection-molded front baffle made from UV- and weather-resistant UL 94-V0 ABS material, providing durability and long-term reliability. The mineral-loaded polypropylene cone, paired with a nitrile rubber surround, enhances both the durability and longevity of the speaker while maintaining high audio quality throughout its lifespan.

Engineered for easy installation, the CVS 4 is equipped with a zinc-plated steel back can and a recessed termination box, making it suitable for a wide range of ceiling installation applications. Its flexible connectivity options include multiple transformer taps for 70 V and 100 V line systems, as well as 6 Ohm direct input. The low-insertion loss 30 W transformer, combined with the easy-to-use tapping switch, ensures optimal versatility. The speaker's semi-matte white finish allows it to blend seamlessly into most environments, providing a clean and professional appearance.

The CVS 4 is also built with safety in mind, featuring UL 1480 certification for fire-protected signaling systems and UL 2043 certification for air-handling spaces. This makes it the ideal choice for projects where safety is a top priority. The speaker includes several installation features for quick and easy setup, including a removable locking connector with screw terminals, a strain relief clamping mechanism for fire-rated cabling, and security toggle clamps for a secure fit. Additional accessories like the plaster (mud) ring and optional tile rail provide further flexibility in installation.

Features

• 160W peak power handling for high-performance sound reproduction in ceiling installations
• Compact coaxial design with a 100 mm (4.00") mid-bass driver and a 19 mm (0.75") ferrofluid-cooled high-frequency driver
• Wide frequency response from 77 Hz to 22 kHz (-10 dB) for full-range audio delivery
• UL 1480 certified for fire-protected signaling systems and UL 2043 certified for air-handling spaces
• UV- and weather-resistant UL 94-V0 ABS front with plated steel fire can enclosure for enhanced durability
• Multiple transformer taps for 70V and 100V line systems or 6 Ohm direct input for versatile installations
• Low insertion loss 30 W line transformer with easily accessible tapping switch for optimal sound quality
• 90-degree constant directivity dispersion ensures uniform coverage
• Semi-matte white finish for unobtrusive integration into various ceiling environments
• Includes C-ring, tile-bridge kit, paint mask, and cutout template for easy installation
• Maximum SPL of 109 dB (peak), ideal for both small and medium-sized venues
• Dimensions: Bezel diameter 8.39 inches, Hole cutout diameter 7.87 inches
• Net weight: 7.9 lbs

Specifications

Performance

• Frequency response (-3 dB): 85 Hz - 19 kHz
• Frequency response (-10 dB): 77 Hz - 22 kHz
• System Sensitivity (1 W @ 1 m): 87 dB (1 W = 2.45 V for 6 Ohms)
• Nominal Coverage Angle: 90 degrees conical
• Coverage Angle (1 kHz to 6 kHz): 102 degrees
• Directivity Factor (Q): 5.6 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz
• Directivity Index (DI): 4.5 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz
• Power Handling:
  • Average: 40 W
  • Programme: 80 W
  • Peak: 160 W
  • Recommended Amplifier Power: 80 W @ 6 Ohms
  • Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z): 6 Ohms
• Rated maximum SPL:
  • Average: 103 dB
  • Peak: 109 dB
• Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch):
  • 70 V: 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / 3.75 W / OFF & low impedance operation
  • 100 V: 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & low impedance operation

Transducers

• Low Frequency: 100 mm (4.00") mineral loaded cone material
• High Frequency: 19 mm (0.75")

Physical

• Enclosure:
  • Backcan: Zinc plated steel, painted steel
  • Baffle: Reflex loaded UL 94V-0 rated ABS
  • Grille: Steel, with weather resistant coating
  • Safety Features: Safety ring located at rear of enclosure for load bearing safety bond
  • Clamping Design: Security toggle clamp
• Backcan Options:
  • Cable Entry Options: Cable clamp & squeeze connector for conduit up to 22 mm
  • Connectors: Removable locking connector with screw terminals with "loop through" facility
  • Compliance: UL-1480, UL-2043, CE
• Dimensions:
  • Bezel Diameter: 8.39 inches
  • Front of ceiling to rear of backcan: 3.87 inches
  • Front of ceiling to top of safety loop: 1.83 inches
  • Net Weight (ea): 7.9 lbs
  • Included Accessories: C-Ring, tile-bridge kit, paint mask, cut-out template, grille
  • Optional Accessories: Plaster (mud) ring
  • Packed Quantity: 2