Product Description
Key Features
• 8" Carbon Fiber with TPR thermal surround Woofer
• Pivoting 1" Ceramic Coated aluminium dome with 12dB crossover Tweeter
• 175W Power; 8 ohm Impedance; 91dB Sensitivity
• 28Hz - 22kHz Frequency response
• Flange-Free Perfect Edge™ magnetic grilles
• Front-Mounted contour switch allows up to ±3dB HF adjustment
* square grille kit sold separately
BLACK SERIES 8" REFERENCE IN-CEILING SPEAKERS WITH 1" CERAMIC COATED ALUMINUM DOME TWEETER
BLACK in-wall and in-ceiling speakers perform a near miraculous disappearing act. Rather than a wide flange found on most built-in speakers, BLACK speakers feature flange-free Perfect Edge™ magnetic grilles that minimize the visible footprint of the speaker for a clean, elegant and unobtrusive appearance.
Square Options
BLACK round in-ceiling models offer a square grille option to match the aesthetic of rectangular architectural elements such as lighting fixtures and air registers. While other brands may offer that option, only BLACK does it right with a square mask that doesn’t “telegraph” the round speaker shadow behind the grille.
TPR Rubber Surround
For installs in tough environments such as indoor pool areas, outdoors under eaves and commercial settings, use BLACK Reference series models. Their woofer surrounds are fabricated from injection molded Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) – a copolymer that has superior damping characteristics and greater resistance to chemicals, UV and pollutants.
Contour Switch
Reference and Performance speakers offer a high frequency contour switch with -3dB, 0 (flat) and +3 dB settings to match speaker performance to the room acoustics. Highly reflective “live” rooms benefit from a -3dB HF reduction while fabric-heavy “dead” rooms will sound better with tweeters boosted +3dB.
Custom Crossover
BLACK Reference and Performance models feature audiophile-grade crossover components including Mylar bypass capacitors to enhance high frequency extension for exceptional clarity and “air.” Shields* protect the components from debris and suffocating insulation while integrated air vents keep things cool.
Pro Mounting
Installers will appreciate the BLACK mounting system for its ease and robust construction. BLACK’s rotating clamps have brass inserts to prevent thread stripping. The stainless steel machine bolts are thread-strip and rust resistant. Rubber damping pads on the mounting clamps minimize the likelihood of sheetrock blowout and damp resonance, vibration and buzzing. Better installs, better sound, it’s all better with BLACK.
Specifications
- Speaker Type: 8" In-Ceiling Speaker
- Woofer: 8" Carbon Fiber w/TPR Thermal Surround
- Tweeter: 1" Ceramic Coated Aluminum Pivoting Dome w/ 12dB Crossover and Contour Switch
- Frequency Response: 28Hz - 22kHz
- Power: 175W
- Sensitivity: 91dB
- Impedance: 8 Ohm
- Diameter & Depth: 11" x 4.33"
- Cutout Diameter: 9.46"
- Selling Unit: Pair
Optional Accessories
Square Grille Kit
- Works with Black Series Speakers R62A, R63A and R81, R82 & R83
- Feature flange-free Perfect Edge™ magnetic grilles
- Put that finishing touch to your new speaker project
- 8" grille kit
- Sold in pair
New Construction Bracket
- Cut-Out Hole Diameter: 9.8"
- Compatible with for R81, R82, and R83
- Sold in pair
Fire Retardant Back Box
- 8" ceiling speaker back box
- Fire retardant metal box
- Sealed box adds protection
- Enhanced sound quality
- For use with Black Series 8" round speakers
- Overall dimensions: 17.75" x 18" x 5" (WxHxD)
- Enclosure dimensions: 14.25" x 17.5" x 5" (WxHxD)
- Opening diameter: 9.5"