Tannoy DVS 8 - 280W 8-inch Passive 2-Way Ceiling Loudspeaker with 80 x 80-Degree Coverage in Black Finish

The Tannoy DVS 8 is a high-performance full-range ceiling loudspeaker designed to provide exceptional audio quality and reliability in a variety of demanding environments. With a robust 280-watt power handling capability, this ultra-compact speaker is ideal for both background and foreground sound reinforcement applications. It is perfect for use in theme parks, hotels, restaurants, bars, retail stores, corporate AV setups, residential developments, and houses of worship. The DVS 8 excels at delivering clear, dynamic audio, making it an excellent choice for installations requiring high-quality sound reproduction.

The DVS 8 features a 200 mm (8.00") mid-bass driver combined with a coaxially mounted 19 mm (0.75") high-frequency driver. This point-source design ensures that the speaker delivers consistent, full-range sound with superior clarity across the frequency spectrum. Housed in a rugged, injection-moulded ABS enclosure, the DVS 8 is built to withstand challenging environments. It is certified for IP64-rated protection against dust and water ingress, making it suitable for both indoor spaces, like swimming pools and saunas, and outdoor environments with moderate weather conditions. The stylish black painted finish and aesthetically pleasing aluminium mesh grille further enhance its versatility, allowing it to blend seamlessly into a wide range of installation settings.

Designed for ease of installation, the DVS 8 comes with a colour-matched steel mounting bracket and finger-adjustable hardware, ensuring quick and hassle-free setup. Phoenix connectors for input and link output provide reliable and secure connections. The speaker's IP64 rating ensures its components are weather-resistant, so it can be used effectively in areas with high levels of dust or moisture. Whether for indoor or outdoor applications, the DVS 8 delivers both durability and superior sound performance.

In terms of performance, the DVS 8 offers a frequency response from 75 Hz to 20 kHz (+3 dB), with a sensitivity of 90 dB (1W @ 1m). This allows it to produce a maximum SPL of 108 dB (average) and 114 dB (peak), ensuring excellent output in large or acoustically challenging spaces. The speaker features an 80° conical dispersion angle, allowing for optimal coverage in a variety of setups. With a low impedance of 6 Ohms, the DVS 8 is compatible with most professional audio equipment and is perfect for use with low-impedance applications.

The DVS 8 is powered by a low-insertion loss 60W line transformer, offering flexible transformer taps for 70V and 100V line systems. It is also equipped with a crossover operating at 3.4 kHz, ensuring smooth integration of the low and high-frequency drivers. The loudspeaker's high build quality, combined with its performance capabilities, makes it an ideal solution for those seeking a high-performing, reliable, and durable speaker for both indoor and outdoor use.

Features

• Full-range ceiling loudspeaker for indoor and outdoor installation applications
• 70W continuous, 140W programme, and 280W peak power handling
• 8" mineral-loaded polypropylene driver with nitrile rubber surround for enhanced durability
• 0.75" ferrofluid-cooled soft dome neodymium high-frequency driver
• 80° constant directivity dispersion for optimal coverage
• IP64 rated for water and dust protection, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use
• Frequency response of 75 Hz to 20 kHz (-3 dB) and 60 Hz to 30 kHz (-10 dB)
• Rated maximum SPL of 108 dB (average), 114 dB (peak)
• Multiple transformer taps for 70V and 100V line systems
• 6 Ohm direct input for low-impedance applications
• Easy installation with included yoke bracket and Phoenix connectors for input and link output
• Dimensions: 17.79 x 11.42 x 11.65 inches; net weight: 12.6 lbs

Specifications

Performance

• Frequency response (-3 dB): 75 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency response (-10 dB): 60 Hz - 30 kHz
• System sensitivity (1 W @ 1 m): 90 dB
• Dispersion (-6 dB): 80 degrees conical
• Transducers: Coaxial
• Low Frequency: 200 mm (8.00") mineral loaded cone material
• High Frequency: 20 mm (0.79)
• Crossover: 3.4 kHz - 2nd order LF, 2nd order HF
• Directivity (Q): 12.3 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
• Directivity (DI): 10.0 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
• Rated Maximum SPL: 108 dB (average), 114 dB (peak)

Power Handling

• Average: 70 W
• Programme: 140 W
• Peak: 280 W
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 140 W @ 6 Ohms
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms

Physical

• Enclosure: ABS
• Grille: Aluminium, painted
• Connectors: Euroblock type removable locking connector with screw terminals with "loop through" facility
• Supplied Accessories: Yoke bracket
• Packed Quantity: 2
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 17.79 x 11.42 x 11.65 inches
• Weight:
  • Net Weight: 12.6 lbs
  • Shipped Weight: 32 lbs