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AUDAC CENA8 SpringFit™ 8″ Ceiling Speaker – 100V / 8Ω / 16Ω Public Address Speaker

Product Introduction

The AUDAC CENA8 SpringFit™ 8″ Ceiling Speaker is a high-performance full-range ceiling loudspeaker designed for public address, voice announcement and background music systems. Featuring a large 8-inch dual-cone driver, excellent sensitivity and wide sound coverage, the CENA8 delivers clear speech and balanced background music across larger commercial spaces.

Designed specifically with installers and large-scale projects in mind, the CENA8 combines AUDAC's innovative SpringFit™ mounting system with SnapConnect™ connectivity, significantly simplifying ceiling speaker installation while providing a clean, borderless appearance.

With 100V and low-impedance versions available, the CENA8 is an excellent choice for corporate offices, retail outlets, restaurants, cafés and other commercial PA and BGM applications.

Product Description

Clear Speech & Quality Background Music

The AUDAC CENA8 is built to provide excellent intelligibility for announcements while maintaining accurate and pleasant reproduction for background music.

Its 8″ dual-cone broadband driver provides a frequency response of 100 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB) with an extended range of 60 Hz – 18 kHz (-10 dB).

With a sensitivity of 99 dB (1W/1m) and maximum sound pressure level of up to 112 dB, the CENA8 is particularly suitable for commercial environments where efficient sound distribution and clear voice reproduction are important.

SpringFit™ – Fast Ceiling Installation

Traditional ceiling speaker installation can become time-consuming when dozens or hundreds of speakers need to be installed.

AUDAC's innovative SpringFit™ mounting system simplifies this process.

Simply bend the mounting arms inward, insert the speaker through the ceiling cut-out, and the spring-loaded mechanism automatically flips outward to secure the speaker behind the ceiling surface.

This makes the CENA8 particularly attractive for large-scale PA installations where installation efficiency can significantly reduce labour time.

SnapConnect™ – Fast & Reliable Speaker Connection

The CENA8 features AUDAC SnapConnect™ technology, designed as a convenient alternative to conventional screw-terminal connections.

SnapConnect™ provides a fast, secure and installer-friendly connection while supporting both solid and stranded speaker cables up to 4.0 mm².

This helps installers achieve more consistent and reliable connections, especially on projects involving large quantities of ceiling speakers.

Borderless Architectural Design

Performance is only part of the CENA8 design.

Its finely perforated steel grille features a modern borderless appearance, allowing the speaker to integrate discreetly into contemporary ceilings.

The clean architectural finish makes the CENA8 suitable for installations where both sound performance and interior appearance are important.

Flexible 100V & Low-Impedance Options

The CENA8 family provides flexibility for different system designs.

The 100V version features transformer tapping options of:

• 12W / 833Ω
• 6W / 1667Ω

Low-impedance versions are also available, allowing system designers to select the configuration that best suits the amplifier, speaker quantity and application requirements.

Key Features

• 8″ dual-cone broadband ceiling speaker
• Designed for public address and background music systems
• 20W continuous (AES) power handling
• 40W program power handling
• 80W peak power handling
• High 99 dB sensitivity (1W/1m)
• Maximum SPL up to 112 dB
• 130° conical coverage for wide sound distribution
• Frequency response: 100 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
• Frequency range: 60 Hz – 18 kHz (-10 dB)
• 100V transformer version available
• 100V tapping options: 12W and 6W
• Low-impedance versions available
• Innovative SpringFit™ mounting system
• Fast and reliable SnapConnect™ connection
• Supports solid and stranded cables up to 4.0 mm²
• Modern borderless finely perforated steel grille
• Compact 77 mm built-in depth
• 207 mm ceiling cut-out
• ABS construction
• White and black versions available
• Operating temperature from -15°C to 55°C
• Suitable for large-scale commercial installations
• 5-year AUDAC warranty

Technical Highlights

Speaker Type: Broadband Ceiling Speaker
Driver: 8″ Dual Cone
Continuous Power: 20W AES
Program Power: 40W
Peak Power: 80W
Sensitivity: 99 dB (1W/1m)
Maximum SPL: 112 dB
Coverage: 130° Conical
Frequency Response: 100 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
Frequency Range: 60 Hz – 18 kHz (-10 dB)
100V Tappings: 12W / 6W
Connection: SnapConnect™ / Screw Terminal
Cut-Out Diameter: 207 mm
Dimensions: Ø232 × 81 mm
Built-In Depth: 77 mm
Construction: ABS
Grille: Borderless finely perforated steel
Weight: 1.06 kg

Recommended Applications

The AUDAC CENA8 8″ ceiling speaker is suitable for commercial projects requiring clear announcements combined with quality background music.

Corporate Offices & Meeting Areas

Provide clear voice announcements and comfortable background music throughout offices, reception areas, corridors, meeting facilities and common spaces.

Retail Shops & Shopping Areas

Create consistent background music while maintaining clear paging and promotional announcements across retail environments.

Restaurants, Cafés & Bars

The larger 8″ driver makes the CENA8 suitable for hospitality spaces requiring fuller background music reproduction while maintaining a discreet ceiling-mounted appearance.

Commercial Buildings

The combination of 100V operation, high sensitivity, wide 130° coverage and fast SpringFit™ installation makes the CENA8 particularly suitable for larger distributed audio and public address projects.

What Problems Does the AUDAC CENA8 Solve?

Problem: Installing Large Numbers of Ceiling Speakers Takes Too Long

Solution:
AUDAC's SpringFit™ technology allows installers to quickly secure the speaker into the ceiling, helping reduce installation time on projects involving dozens or hundreds of speakers.

Problem: Speaker Cable Connections Slow Down Installation

Solution:
The SnapConnect™ connection system provides a fast and reliable way to connect solid or stranded speaker cables, helping installers achieve secure connections with less effort.

Problem: Announcements Are Difficult to Understand

Solution:
The CENA8's 99 dB sensitivity, broadband dual-cone driver and high intelligibility provide clear voice reproduction for paging, announcements and public address applications.

Problem: Ceiling Speakers Sound Too Thin for Background Music

Solution:
The larger 8″ driver provides a broader frequency range and fuller sound reproduction, making the CENA8 suitable for applications combining speech with background music.

Problem: Ceiling Speakers Affect Interior Design

Solution:
The CENA8 uses a borderless finely perforated steel grille, giving it a clean and unobtrusive appearance that integrates naturally into modern commercial interiors.

Problem: Large PA Projects Require Many Speakers

Solution:
The 100V version with 12W and 6W transformer taps provides system designers with greater flexibility when distributing multiple speakers across larger commercial installations.

Why Choose AUDAC CENA8?

The AUDAC CENA8 SpringFit™ 8″ Ceiling Speaker combines sound quality, installation efficiency and architectural design in one commercial loudspeaker.

Its 8″ dual-cone driver, 99 dB sensitivity, 130° coverage, SpringFit™ mounting and SnapConnect™ connectivitymake it especially suitable for professional installers and system integrators working on larger public address and background music systems.

For projects requiring clear announcements, quality BGM, fast installation and a discreet ceiling finish, the AUDAC CENA8 provides a practical and professional solution.