What is the best speaker for a conference room in Ottawa?

Conference rooms demand loudspeakers that deliver high speech intelligibility, even coverage and discreet aesthetics. The primary goal is to reproduce speech from both the table and video calls with natural clarity, avoiding hotspots and dead zones. SSOUNDS install range includes ceiling loudspeakers (CL6, CL8), slim column loudspeakers (LC8.2, LC16.2) and point-source boxes (P4, P5, P6T, P10T, P12T). The T models operate on 70/100 V lines for long cable runs, while the M series subwoofers add low-frequency support when needed. A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante provide the processing and routing backbone.

Selection depends on room characteristics. For standard ceiling heights (2.7 to 3.5 m) with a grid ceiling, CL6 or CL8 ceiling loudspeakers offer even coverage and minimal visual impact. In rooms with high ceilings or reflective surfaces, LC8.2 or LC16.2 column loudspeakers mounted on the wall provide controlled vertical dispersion, keeping sound on the listeners and off the table. For larger conference rooms or divisible spaces, P series point-source loudspeakers (P4, P5, P6T, P10T, P12T) deliver higher SPL and precise coverage. The P6T, P10T and P12T include 70/100 V transformers for distributed systems.

Sizing requires considering room volume, seating layout and reverberation time. A typical 10 m x 8 m room with 3 m ceiling might use four to six ceiling loudspeakers spaced evenly, or two column loudspeakers on the front wall. For video calls, integrate beamforming microphones and DSP with echo cancellation, ensuring loudspeakers and microphones are positioned to minimise feedback. SSOUNDS A series amplifiers with Dante allow simple one-touch control and networked audio. Always commission with speech intelligibility measurements (STI or STIPA) to verify performance.

SSOUNDS designs and installs across Ottawa. Our engineering team uses AI-assisted acoustic modeling to predict coverage and optimise loudspeaker placement before installation. We work with system integrators, consultants and venue technical directors to specify the right solution for each space. For a conference room in Ottawa, contact SSOUNDS to discuss your project and receive a tailored design.