What is the best speaker for a restaurant in Cardiff?

Restaurants need even coverage at low SPL so guests can converse easily. A few loud speakers create hot spots and uneven sound. Instead, use many small ceiling or pendant loudspeakers operating at low level. SSOUNDS install range includes the CL6 and CL8 ceiling loudspeakers, and the P4, P5, P6T, P10T and P12T install loudspeakers. The T models run on a 70/100 V line, which allows long cable runs and multiple speakers per amplifier channel, ideal for distributed systems.

For spaces with high ceilings or where ceiling mounting is not possible, SSOUNDS LC8.2 and LC16.2 slim column loudspeakers provide controlled vertical coverage and can be wall-mounted. They keep sound directed at listeners and reduce reflections. Where a more traditional point-source approach is needed, the M series point-source boxes and subwoofers offer higher output for bars or feature areas. All can be combined with SSOUNDS A series networked amplifiers with DSP and Dante for zone control and system tuning.

Selection and sizing depend on room volume, ceiling height, and desired SPL. As a guide, for background music at conversation level, aim for one ceiling loudspeaker per 15 to 25 square metres, spaced evenly. For higher ceilings, reduce spacing or use pendant models. Use zone control to allow different levels in bar, dining, and private areas. Acoustic treatment, such as absorptive panels and soft furnishings, reduces reverberation and improves speech intelligibility. SSOUNDS engineers use AI-assisted acoustic modeling to predict coverage and optimise speaker placement before installation.

SSOUNDS designs and installs across Cardiff. Our team can specify the right combination of ceiling, column, and point-source loudspeakers, along with amplification and DSP, to meet the specific needs of your restaurant. Contact us to discuss your project.