Biamp Desono DS5 2-Way 5-inch Surface Mount Speaker

The D SERIES Distributed Design DS5 is a full-range, compact, two-way system, ideal for installations where space is a premium. Easily outperforming loudspeakers of a larger size format, the DS5 provides high power handling, high sensitivity and realistic sound reproduction. With a modern architectural appearance that aesthetically merges well in most environments, combined with weather-resistant capability suitable for indirect outdoor use, the DS5 can be used in a wide variety of speech and music applications. It is equipped with a built-in autoformer, allowing the full loudspeaker output to be realized with 70V or 100V distribution lines. A convenient front-accessible power tap switch is hidden behind a rotatable logo. Installation is simple and flexible using the included Infin-A-Ball™ multi-angle wall mounting bracket which allows low profile mounting and precise positioning of the enclosure over a broad tilt-swivel range.

Biamp DS5 Features

• Modern architectural design
• Same components and voicing as the Distributed Design ceiling loudspeaker family
• High efficiency, high output, high intelligibility, low distortion
• Paintable enclosure constructed of high-impact ABS plastic to reduce resonances
• Front-accessible power tap switch for selectable 8 ohm or 70V/100V operation
• Infin-A-Ball™ low profile mounting bracket included
• Weather-resistant construction with treated drivers, two-layer powder coated grilles and protected wiring ingress
• Available in standard black or white finishes

• DS5 Two-way 5-inch High-Output Surface Mount Loudspeaker1
• Infin-A-Ball™ mounting bracket 1
• Hex wrench 1
• Flathead screwdriver1

• Loudspeaker TypeTwo-way, full-range, coaxial surface mount loudspeaker, 8 ohm or 70V/100V operation
• Operating Range[1] 65 Hz - 22 kHz
• Frequency Response[1]80 Hz - 20 kHz (±5.2 dB)
• Max Input Ratings
  • 100W continuous, 250W program
  • 28 volts RMS, 63 volts momentary peak
• Transformer Taps
  • 70V: 60W, 30W, 15W, 7.5W and low impedance
  • 100V: 60W, 30W, 15W
• Sensitivity (1W/1m)[1]
  • 93 dB SPL (125 Hz to 12.5 kHz 1/3 octave bands)
  • 91 dB SPL (250 Hz to 4 kHz speech range)
• Maximum Output[1]113 dB SPL / 120 dB SPL (peak 8 ohm)
• Nominal Impedance8 ohms
• Minimum Impedance7.5 ohms @ 280 Hz
• Nominal Coverage130º conical (+47° / -70°, 500 Hz to 6 kHz)
• Axial Q / DI4.5 / 6.5, 500 Hz to 6 kHz
• Crossover Frequency1.6 kHz
• Recommended Signal Processing65 Hz, 24 dB/Oct high pass filter
• Driver
  • LF 1 x 5-inch cone
  • HF 1 x 1-inch exit compression driver
• Driver ProtectionSelf-resetting solid state circuit breaker
• Input Connection4-screw Euroblock connector for two pair of 2-wire leads (uninterrupted whether the loudspeaker is connected or not) concealed in the base of the mounting bracket; and a 2-pin Euroblock connector on the loudspeaker enclosure
• ControlsFront-accessible wattage / low impedance selector switch hidden behind the rotatable logo
• EnclosureABS plastic, matte finish, paintable
• FinishBlack or white
• Mounting/Rigging ProvisionsInfin-A-Ball™ mounting system with hidden internal wiring
• GrillePowder-coated perforated marine-grade aluminum backed with color-matched foam or fabric backing. Black or white finish
• Safety FeaturesBuilt-in safety cable attachment loop
• Required AccessoriesElectronic high pass filter
• Dimensions (HxWxD)12.9x6.3x7.5” (328x160x191mm)
• Weight (without bracket)10.3 lbs (4.7 kg)
• Shipping Weight (pairs)26 lbs (11.8 kg)
• EnvironmentalIP55 rated loudspeakers, IP56 rated connector cover, designed to Mil Spec 810
• Weight (with bracket)10.8 lbs (4.9 kg)
• Notes
  • 1. Sensitivity: On-wall pink noise measurement at 6ft (1.8m) at 10% power; extrapolated to 1 meter and an input of 2.83 volts RMS.
  • 2. Watts: All wattage figures are calculated using the rated nominal impedance.