Features & Applications
Features
- 8 × 2.2-inch full-range drivers
- Power handling: 120W (AES)
- Maximum SPL: 108dB (cont) 114dB (peak)
- Coverage: 150°H × 7°V
- 8 Ω operation and integrated 70/100 V transformer
- IP54 with the accessory terminal cover
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Applications
- Houses of worship and speech-led venues
- Hospitality, education and retail spaces
- Installed systems requiring narrow vertical coverage
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Detailed Description Column 8
Column 8 arranges eight 2.2-inch full-range drivers in a slim ABS enclosure. Its wide 150° horizontal pattern covers the listening area, while the narrow 7° vertical pattern helps direct sound away from ceilings and other reflective surfaces. The format supports speech and music in commercial interiors.

An integrated transformer provides selectable taps for 70 V and 100 V systems, alongside an 8 Ω operating mode. Power handling is 120 W AES. Speech and Music presets provide the corresponding system voicings; the manufacturer recommends an 80 Hz high-pass filter at 24 dB per octave.
The cabinet is available in black and white, with wall-bracket and safety-strap fixing points. Fit the appropriate terminal cover where the specified IP54 protection is required. Choose the amplifier and Sub options listed in the technical table to suit the installation.
Explore the Optimal Audio range at B-Star. Technical reference: Column 8 datasheet and the Optimal Audio brochure.
Technical Specifications Column 8
ACOUSTICS
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| TYPE |
Full range, passive column array, 8× 2.2” loudspeaker with transformer |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE |
80Hz – 20kHz (–10dB) |
| DRIVERS |
8× 2.2” (56mm) full range |
| IP RATING |
IP54 when used with accessory terminal cover |
| RATED POWER |
120W (AES) |
| NOMINAL IMPEDANCE |
8Ω |
| SENSITIVITY (1 W / 1 m) |
88dB |
| MAXIMUM SPL @ 1 m |
108dB (cont) 114dB (peak) |
| CROSSOVER |
Full range — no crossover |
| RECOMMENDED HIGH PASS FILTER |
24dB Per Octave @ 80 Hz |
| DISPERSION (–6DB) |
150°H × 7°V |
TRANSFORMER
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| TRANSFORMER TAPS @ 70V |
7.5, 15, 30, 60W |
| TRANSFORMER TAPS @ 100V |
15, 30, 60, 120W |
CONSTRUCTION & INSTALLATION
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| ENCLOSURE |
ABS |
| FINISH |
Black and White |
| PROTECTIVE GRILLE |
Painted Steel |
| FITTINGS |
8 x M5 mounting points for wall bracket and safety strap |
CONNECTIONS
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| CONNECTORS |
4 pin Euroblock |
| PIN CONNECTIONS (INPUT) |
Positive and negative in with link out terminals |
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
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| DIMENSIONS |
(W)100 × (H)610 × (D)155mm |
| WEIGHT |
5kg , 11lbs |
ACCESSORIES & SYSTEM MATCHING
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| RECOMMENDED SUB |
Sub 6, Sub 10 |
| RECOMMENDED AMP |
Zone, SmartAmp |
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