What is the best speaker for an office in Zurich?
Quick answer
For an office in Zurich, the best speaker choice depends on the space: ceiling loudspeakers like the SSOUNDS CL6 or CL8 are ideal for even background music, paging and sound masking in open plan areas, while slim column loudspeakers such as the LC8.2 or LC16.2 suit meeting rooms and corridors where discreet, high-intelligibility speech is required. Both options integrate with SSOUNDS A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante for zone control and networked audio.
In an office environment, loudspeakers must deliver clear speech for paging, balanced music at low levels, and effective sound masking to reduce distraction. The SSOUNDS install range covers these needs: the CL6 and CL8 ceiling loudspeakers provide wide, even coverage for open plan offices and are available in 70/100 V line versions for simple, long cable runs. For spaces with high ceilings or where ceiling mounting is impractical, the LC8.2 and LC16.2 slim column loudspeakers offer controlled vertical dispersion and high speech intelligibility, making them suitable for meeting rooms, reception areas and corridors.
Selection and sizing depend on room dimensions, ceiling height, and the required sound pressure level. As a guide, ceiling loudspeakers should be spaced to achieve overlap at listener ear height, typically at a distance of 1.5 to 2 times the ceiling height above the floor. For sound masking, additional loudspeakers may be needed to fill gaps and avoid hot spots. In meeting rooms, columns should be mounted at ear height or above, aimed at the listening area. SSOUNDS A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante allow zone control, equalisation and paging integration, ensuring each area receives the right audio.
SSOUNDS designs and installs across Zurich, working with system integrators, consultants and facility managers to specify the correct loudspeakers and networked audio infrastructure. Whether the project requires discreet ceiling loudspeakers for open plan offices or columns for conference rooms, SSOUNDS provides the engineering support and products to meet the acoustic and operational requirements. For projects outside the UK, US, Nigeria, Ghana and West Africa, SSOUNDS ships and supports internationally from these bases.
To specify the right system, consider the number of zones, the need for sound masking, and the integration with existing IT infrastructure. SSOUNDS offers a range of install loudspeakers, including the P4, P5, P6T, P10T and P12T for surface mount applications, and M series point-source boxes and subwoofers for larger spaces. All can be combined with A series amplifiers to create a scalable, networked solution. Contact SSOUNDS to discuss your Zurich office project and receive a tailored specification.
Key things to consider
- Ceiling loudspeakers (CL6, CL8) are ideal for open plan offices, providing even coverage for background music, paging and sound masking.
- Slim column loudspeakers (LC8.2, LC16.2) suit meeting rooms and corridors where discreet, high-intelligibility speech is needed.
- 70/100 V line operation (T models) simplifies wiring and allows long cable runs with multiple loudspeakers per amplifier channel.
- SSOUNDS A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante enable zone control, paging and audio networking.
- SSOUNDS designs and installs across Zurich, with international shipping and support from the UK, US, Nigeria, Ghana and West Africa.
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