Sonance PS-S83T MKII

Brian Long

Introduction

The Sonance PS-S83T MKII two-way surface-mount loudspeaker features a high-excursion 8" woofer, and 1" tweeter for clean, accurate sound. The weatherized IP45-rated enclosure includes Sonance’s Fast-Mount® bracket and front cable connection to speed up the installation process and provide a minimalistic appearance. UL1480A and UL2239 certifications ensure durability and safety.

Features, Specifications, and Manuals

Features
  • Class-leading sensitivity & sonic performance
  • Exceptional off-axis response
  • Heavy-duty voice coil for longevity and reliability
  • Ultra-low saturation transformer for uncompromised performance on 70V/100V lines
  • Consistent voicing across product range
  • Clean and minimalistic design
  • Available in black or white (paintable)
  • FastMount® bracket system for easy installation
  • Front-located cable connector and tap selector
  • Connector and tap selector cover
  • Corrosion-resistant powder coated aluminum grille
Specifications
Specification Details
SKU 40205 (Black), 40206 (White)
HF Driver 1" (25mm) Cloth Dome, Ferrofluid cooled
LF Driver 8" (203mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
Frequency Response (+/- 10db) 41Hz-25kHz
Frequency Response (+/- 3db) 55Hz - 20kHz
Power Handling (RMS) 160 watts program, 80 watts pink noise
Sensitivity 91dB (2.83V/1m)
Rated Maximum SPL 110dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet), 116dB peak
Nominal Impedance (Ohms) 8 ohms
Transformer Taps 70 V / 100 V: 60W, 30W and 15W 70 V: 7.5W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 9.01" x 14.02" x 8.58" (228.85mm x 356.11mm x 217.93mm)
Grille Powder Coated Aluminum Friction Fit
Input Connector Front-mounted four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
Certifications UL 1480A;UL 2239;NFPA 70;Mil Spec 810;IEC 529
Environmental IP45-rated, Conforms to MIL-STD-810 for humidity, salt spray, temperature, IEC 529
Mounting Bracket U-Bracket with Sonance FastMount
Maximum SPL (Peak) 116dB peak
Architectural Specifications
The loudspeaker shall be of the two-way type comprising a single surface-mount injection-molded ABS enclosure containing one 8” (203mm) polypropylene cone, butyl rubber surround low frequency transducer and one coaxially mounted 1” (25mm) cloth dome, chambered ferrofluid cooled high frequency transducer. It shall utilize a powder coated corrosion-resistant aluminum grille with a locking clip fit. Frequency range shall be 55Hz – 20KHz (-3dB). Total power handling shall be 80 Watts continuous pink noise and 160 Watts program. Sensitivity measured with 2.83 volts input at 1 meter on axis averaged between 55Hz – 20KHz shall be 90dB. The unit shall be supplied with a line-matching transformer suitable for 100 volt or 70 volt input signal with a front-mounted control allowing user selectable power taps of 60W, 30W, 15W and 7.5W (70V) and an 8 ohm bypass. The system shall include a FastMount® bracket that allows for a full 180° of pivot while keeping the enclosure less than 1” away from the mounting surface. Wire shall be terminated on the front of the enclosure via a four-pin Euroblock connector with loop-through and fed through a Protected Access Connection Terminal. The system shall meet UL 1480A and UL 2239 Standards, conform to MIL-STD-810 for humidity, salt spray, temperature and UV IEC 529, and meet or exceed an IP45 splash rating. External dimensions shall be 12.02” Height x 9.01” Width x 8.58” Depth (356mm x 229mm x 218mm). The total enclosure shall weigh 14.72 lbs. (6.68 kg) per unit. It shall share consistent voicing with other form factors and sizes within its product family so as to provide continuity of sonic signature when combined within a project. The loudspeaker shall be the Sonance Professional Series PS-S83T MKII. No other system shall be acceptable unless the above combined performance specifications are equaled or exceeded.
Manuals and Documents