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Q-SYS PL-CA8 8" Coaxial Full-Range Install Loudspeaker | Black

Q-SYS PL-CA8 8" Coaxial Full-Range Install Loudspeaker | Black

SoundPro Item: 145104 | Part Number: PL-CA8-BK

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  • Coaxial Two-Way Design Delivers Phase-Coherent Wide Coverage From A Compact Cabinet
  • IP54-Rated Weatherized Enclosure Supports Both Indoor And Protected Outdoor Installs
  • Native Integration With CX-Q Network Amplifiers Enables Remote Voicing And Filter Control
  • Dual Speakon NL4 Connectors Support Passive Or Bi-Amp Operation
  • Polyurea Paint And Hydrophobic Stainless Mesh Provide Long-Term Environmental Resistance

The Q-SYS PL-CA8 is designed for integrators and system designers who need reliable, full-range coverage in tight installation geometries. Its coaxial two-way architecture delivers 110-degree conical dispersion without the phase anomalies common to separated HF horn and LF driver arrangements, making it well-suited for near-field cinema fills, distributed coverage zones, and screen channel reinforcement where listener distance is short. The bass-reflex enclosure keeps the form factor manageable without sacrificing low-end extension down to 59 Hz with EQ applied.

The IP54-rated weatherized construction opens up deployment options beyond controlled indoor environments. Protected outdoor installations, covered venues, and humid spaces are all within scope. The exterior plywood shell uses polyurea paint, stainless hardware, and a hydrophobic stainless steel mesh behind the treated grille, delivering durability without requiring a separate weatherproof enclosure upgrade.

For integrators working within a Q-SYS ecosystem, the PL-CA8 pairs directly with CX-Q 4-channel network amplifiers. That pairing enables custom voicing and filter sets to be pushed from the Q-SYS Core, reducing on-site commissioning time and giving system designers granular control over tuning without third-party DSP. The dual Speakon NL4 connectors also support bi-amp operation for installations that demand the additional headroom.

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Specifications

Audio
Enclosure Configuration
Two-way, full-range coaxial loudspeaker in bass reflex enclosure
System Bandwidth (-10 dB with EQ)
59 Hz - 20 kHz (no subwoofer)
System Sensitivity
97 dB 1W/1m
Max SPL Continuous (Passive)
115 dB
Max SPL Continuous (Bi-Amp)
116 dB
Coverage Pattern
110 degree conical DMT
Transducers
LF Driver
8 in (200 mm), 2 in (50.8 mm) voice coil, neodymium
HF Driver
Coaxial compression driver, 1.4 in (35.5 mm) voice coil
Connectivity
Connectors
2x Speakon NL4, 1x Euroblock: Solid wire 8 AWG, 4 poles
Recommended Amplifiers
CX-Q 8K4 (up to 4 per ch), CX-Q 4K4 (up to 2 per ch), CX-Q 2K4 (up to 1 per ch)
Construction
Enclosure Material
Exterior plywood
Enclosure Color
Black (RAL 9011)
Weatherization
IP54, Stainless screws, Treated grille (UV and corrosion resistant), Hydrophobic stainless steel mesh behind grille, Polyurea paint, Input cup (IP65) sealing with gland
Certifications
Weatherization Rating
IP54
Input Cup Sealing
IP65
Dimensions
Dimensions
16.1 x 11 x 9.3 in (410 x 280 x 236 mm)
Weight
Weight
24 lbs (10.9 kg)

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