What is the best speaker for an office in Tennessee?

Open plan offices and meeting rooms require consistent, low level audio for background music, paging and sound masking. Ceiling loudspeakers on a 70/100 V line are ideal because they allow many units to be connected on a single amplifier channel with simple tapping for power levels. SSOUNDS CL6 and CL8 ceiling loudspeakers are designed for this purpose, offering wide dispersion and smooth frequency response for speech and music. For spaces with high ceilings or where ceiling installation is not possible, SSOUNDS LC8.2 and LC16.2 slim column loudspeakers provide controlled vertical coverage and can be wall mounted.

The choice between ceiling and column loudspeakers depends on room geometry and ceiling height. In open plan areas with standard ceilings, CL6 or CL8 ceiling loudspeakers spaced evenly will deliver uniform coverage. In meeting rooms, additional ceiling loudspeakers or a small column loudspeaker can improve speech intelligibility. For larger spaces or where higher SPL is needed, SSOUNDS P4, P5, P6T, P10T and P12T install loudspeakers (T models for 70/100 V line) or M series point-source boxes and subwoofers can be used. The key is to match the loudspeaker type to the acoustic environment and the required coverage pattern.

Sizing a system involves determining the number of loudspeakers based on ceiling height, room dimensions and desired coverage. As a rule, ceiling loudspeakers should be spaced at approximately 1.5 to 2 times the ceiling height above the listening plane for even coverage. For sound masking, the loudspeakers should be on a separate zone or use a dedicated masking signal. SSOUNDS A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante provide the processing, zone control and networking needed for offices. They allow different zones (open plan, meeting rooms, corridors) to have independent volume and source selection, and Dante enables easy integration with existing AV systems.

SSOUNDS designs and installs audio systems across Tennessee, from Nashville to Memphis, Knoxville and Chattanooga. Our engineering team uses AI-assisted acoustic modeling to predict coverage and optimise loudspeaker placement before installation. We work with system integrators, consultants and facility managers to specify the right solution for each office. For a tailored design and quote, please contact us with your floor plans and requirements.