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IS8T

Invisible Series

Invisible Speakers represent the peak of Sonance’s Designed to Disappear strategy. High frequencies are delivered using Sonance Motion Flex Technology, which features a Wave Flex Drive Unit with a bending wave diaphragm and a 1.75-inch (44mm) voice coil. Low frequencies are produced by an Air Flex Woofer that uses an air pulse diaphragm powered by an 8-inch (203mm) carbon fiber woofer.
CEDIA Award Winner

IS8T

Key Features

  • 4 Ohms nominal impedance with select models
for professional use (IS6T and IS8T feature Sonance
Laminated Core Transformer for 4 Ohm/70v/00V tap selection)
  • 180 degree sound
  • Motion Flex Technology features acoustically isolated baffle, Air Flex Woofer and Wave Flex Drive Unit for superior detail and range
  • Sonance CDX Crossover Design - Warmth and detail at all volumes
  • Accepts up to 3mm topping compound
  • Install into drywall, select plasters, wallpaper. leather, and wood veneer applications
  • Sonance DISC Depth Identification Sensing Calibration System to measure and standardize finish and performance
  • Limited 15 Year Warranty valid on Invisible Series products purchased from an authorized Sonance dealer or distributor

Specifications

SKU

40197 (White)

Wave Flex Drive Unit

29in^2 (188cm^2) bending wave diaphragm, 1.75in (44mm) voice coil

Air Flex Woofer

191in^2 (1234cm^2) air pulse diaphragm, 8in (203mm) carbon fiber woofer

Frequency Response (+/- 3db)

40Hz - 30kHz

Power Handling (RMS)

160 watts RMS

Sensitivity

86dB (2.83V/1m)

Nominal Impedance (Ohms)

4 ohms

Dispersion

170 degree hemispherical up to 10kHz

Transformer Taps

70 V / 100 V: 60W, 30W and 15W 70 V: 7.5W

Dimensions (WxHxD)

16.1" x 24.13" x 3.86" (408.94mm x 612.9mm x 98.04mm)

Mounting Depth

3.39" (86.11mm)

Weight

25.24 lbs. (11.45kg)

Certifications

UL2043, UL1480

Attachment

Screw Terminals with strain relief

Overload Protection

Two independent self-resetting poly switches

Architectural Specifications

The loudspeaker shall be of the two-way type comprising a single cabinet that is designed to inst...

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Dimensional Drawings

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