Monitor Audio AWC280 8" All-Weather Ceiling Speaker

The Monitor Audio AWC280 is an 8" all-weather ceiling speaker built for spaces where moisture, temperature swings and UV exposure would normally rule out a standard in-ceiling speaker. Think bathrooms, saunas, spas, covered terraces and poolside installations where you still want genuine hi-fi performance overhead.

Why we like it

• Large 8" C-CAM bass driver delivers genuine low-end weight and room-filling output
• 1" C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter gives crisp, detailed high frequencies with a wide, even dispersion
• Tested against salt spray, UV, corrosion and vibration, with an operating range from -34°C to 79°C
• Stainless steel SS430 grille is paintable, so it can be finished to blend into any ceiling colour
• HF level switch lets installers tune treble output to suit room acoustics and listener preference

Installation notes

The AWC280 requires a 247mm cut-out and has a mounting depth of 97.55mm, so check joist spacing and ceiling void clearance before fitting. Tri-Grip dog-leg fixings clamp securely to the ceiling plasterboard, and gold-plated push terminals make cable connection straightforward. Given its 100W power handling and 8 ohm impedance, the AWC280 pairs well with a robust multi-room amplifier such as a Sonos Amp or a WiiM Amp Pro for streaming background music into bathrooms or outdoor-covered areas.

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