Q-SYS PL-CA8 8 Inch Two-way Passive / Bi-amp Coaxial Loudspeaker - Black

Q-SYS PL-CA8 8 Inch Two-way Passive / Bi-amp Coaxial Loudspeaker - Black

The professional high-power installation loudspeaker system is a two-way full-range design that incorporates an 8-inch (200 mm) low-frequency neodymium transducer with a 2-inch (50.8 mm) voice coil and a high-frequency compression driver with a 1.4-inch (35.5 mm) voice coil mounted coaxially with the LF transducer. The system features a 125° conical coverage pattern, utilizing Direct Match Transition (DMT) technology for precise dispersion.

The loudspeaker operates in either passive mode or bi-amped mode, with a crossover frequency of 1700 Hz in passive mode and 1500 Hz in bi-amp mode. It delivers a frequency response of 63 Hz to 20 kHz (measured on-axis), a sensitivity of 97 dB SPL (1W @ 1m, free field), and a maximum rated SPL of 112 dB continuous and 124 dB peak (crest factor of 12 dB). The rated power capacity is 230W continuous (two-hour power test), with a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms.

The input connectors include two NL4 Speakon connectors and one Euroblock connector. The 57° trapezoidal enclosure is constructed of 15 mm Baltic birch plywood, finished in black polyurea paint (RAL 9011). The front grille is an 18-gauge (1.2 mm) powder-coated steel design with acoustically transparent backing and a stainless metallic screen to prevent water ingress. The grille is treated for UV and corrosion resistance and is free of logos or embellishments. The enclosure is IP54 rated, with all exterior fasteners made of stainless steel, and the input cup is protected by a sealing plate.

Mounting options include nine M10 threaded-insert points (two on each side, two on the top and bottom, and one on the back) for suspension via eye bolts. Additionally, two M8 inserts located on the center of gravity (top and bottom) support an optional yoke bracket, and three 4-hole patterns (4 x 2.25 pitch, M6) are located on the top, bottom, and rear.

The enclosure dimensions are 16.1 inches (410 mm) high, 11 inches (280 mm) wide, and 9.3 inches (236 mm) deep, with a net weight of 24 lbs (10.9 kg).

The two-way full-range loudspeaker system is the Q-SYS PL-CA8 loudspeaker.

Features:

• 8-inch LF transducer + coaxial HF compression driver in a compact, bass-reflex enclosure
• Weatherized (IP54) wooden enclosure for indoor and protected outdoor environments
• Pairing with Q-SYS CX-Q 4ch network amplifiers enables custom voicings and filter sets for quicker deployment and better sonic performance

Specifications:

• Enclosure Configuration: Two-way, full-range coaxial loudspeaker in bass reflex enclosure
• Transducers:
  • LF: 8 in (200 mm), 2 in (50.8 mm) voice coil, neodymium
  • Coaxial HF: compression driver, 1.4 in (35.5 mm) voice coil
• Coverage: 110° conical DMT
• System Bandwidth (-10 dB with EQ): 59 Hz - 20 kHz (no subwoofer)
• System Sensitivity: 97 dB 1W/1m
• Max SPL (continuous):
  • 115 dB (passive)
  • 116 dB (bi-amp)
• Connectors:
  • 2x Speakon NL4
  • 1x Euroblock: Solid wire 8 AWG, 4 poles
• Recommended Amplifiers:
  • CX-Q 8K4 (up to 4 per channel)
  • CX-Q 4K4 (up to 2 per channel)
  • CX-Q 2K4 (up to 1 per channel)
• Enclosure Material: Exterior plywood
• Enclosure Color: Black (RAL 9011)
• Weatherization: IP54
  • External plywood
  • Stainless screws
  • Treated grille for UV and corrosion resistance
  • Hydrophobic stainless steel mesh behind grille
  • Polyurea Paint
  • Input cup (IP65) sealing with gland
• Dimensions:
  • 16.1 x 11 x 9.3 in (410 x 280 x 236 mm)
• Weight: 24 lb (10.9 kg)
• Optional Accessories (sold separately): PL-CA8-YM horizontal yoke mount