{"product_id":"monitor-audio-all-weather-awc280-t2-8-inch-stereo-in-ceilling-speaker","title":"Monitor Audio All Weather AWC280-T2 8-inch Stereo In-ceilling Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMonitor Audio AWC280-T2 All Weather In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather-resistant single-speaker stereo in-ceiling speaker with an 8-inch C-CAM bass driver, twin 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, and IP55-rated construction for outdoor and high-moisture spaces where stereo sound still matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC280-T2 is the smart answer when a normal stereo pair is not practical, but the install space is still exposed to moisture, temperature swings, or outdoor conditions. Covered alfresco areas, bathrooms, pool zones, and tighter entertaining spaces are exactly the sort of places this model suits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines stereo playback from one location with all-weather construction, making it a very useful speaker when a single cut-out is all you have but mono sound would feel like the wrong compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStereo from a Single Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA cleaner solution when space is tight but you still want proper left and right playback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole point of the AWC280-T2 is in the layout. It uses an 8-inch C-CAM cone bass driver and 2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, with the tweeters twinned and angled to deliver stereo sound from one speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters because a lot of outdoor or wet-area installs simply do not have the room for a proper stereo pair. This gives you a much more sensible one-speaker stereo answer than trying to force a mono ceiling speaker to do the wrong job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Outdoor and High-Moisture Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA smarter option when a standard ceiling speaker is not enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC280-T2 is IP55 certified and built with weather-resistant materials and fittings, including EPDM barriers, stainless fixing screws, and an SS430 stainless steel trimless grille. It also uses samarium cobalt magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not just a stereo ceiling speaker. It is a stereo ceiling speaker designed to survive the sorts of places where normal architectural speakers are often the wrong choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBigger Driver, More Breathing Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore scale and bass weight than the smaller all-weather stereo option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC280-T2 uses the larger 8-inch C-CAM cone bass driver, which gives it a clear step up in scale over the smaller AWC265-T2. Frequency response is 50Hz – 30kHz, sensitivity is 88dB with both channels driven, nominal impedance is 8 + 8 ohms, and power handling is 100W RMS. Recommended amplifier power is 20 – 100W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, that should help the AWC280-T2 feel more relaxed and more convincing in bigger alfresco areas, larger bathrooms, and broader entertaining zones than the smaller 6.5-inch version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHF Adjustment and Straightforward Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical fitment with useful tuning flexibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC280-T2 includes an HF Level Switch with +3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ -3 dB adjustment, plus 2 x (2 pairs) gold plated push style terminals, 3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings, 97.6mm mounting depth, and a 247mm cut-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatching accessories include the CL-B pre-construction bracket, CML-BOX back box, and optional AWC 8-inch Square Grilles. That keeps it practical for new builds and cleaner installation planning, while still giving some flexibility in the final visible finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMonitor Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAWC280-T2\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAll Weather In-Ceiling Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSpeaker Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSingle-Speaker Stereo\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e50Hz – 30kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity (1W@1M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e88 dB (both channels driven)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e8 + 8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e109 dBA\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling (RMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e100 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e20 – 100 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDrivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e8-inch C-CAM cone bass driver, 2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters (fixed angle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eHF Level Switch (+3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ -3 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2 x (2 pairs) Gold plated push style terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOverall Diameter (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e285 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOverall Depth (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e102.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCut-Out Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e247 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMounting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e97.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOptional Square Grille Outer Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e285 x 285 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFixing Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConstruction Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMineral Filled PC-ABS Polymer (UL V0 Fire Retardant, RoHS2 Compliant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eGrille\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSS430 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMagnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSamarium Cobalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e-34°C to 79°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e2.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePre-Construction Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCL-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBack Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCML-BOX\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSingle Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeather Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eIP55 certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those who like to drag out all the useful bits\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView full technical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCore Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll weather in-ceiling speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSingle-speaker stereo format\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt for outdoor and high-moisture environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIP55 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDriver Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e8-inch C-CAM cone bass driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 x 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixed-angle twin tweeter design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 50Hz – 30kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 88 dB (both channels driven)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNominal impedance: 8 + 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 109 dBA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower handling: 100W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended amplifier power: 20 – 100W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAdjustment and Set-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHF level switch:\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e+3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e-3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeather-Resistant Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEPDM barriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStainless fixing screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSS430 stainless steel trimless grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSamarium cobalt magnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperating temperature range: -34°C to 79°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall diameter including grille: 285 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall depth including grille: 102.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCut-out hole diameter: 247 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMounting depth: 97.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixing type: 3 position Tri-Grip dog leg fixings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 x (2 pairs) gold plated push style terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConstruction material: Mineral Filled PC-ABS Polymer (UL V0 Fire Retardant, RoHS2 Compliant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAccessories and Grilles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePre-construction bracket: CL-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBack box: CML-BOX\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional AWC 8-inch Square Grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional square grille can be used with this model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeight and Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSold as a single unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Audio Experts Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWC280-T2 makes a lot of sense when the brief is awkward in a very specific way: you need stereo sound, but you only have one speaker position, and that speaker also has to live in a damp or exposed environment. That is exactly the problem this model solves. The twin tweeters are the main story, and the larger 8-inch driver helps it feel like the more substantial single-speaker stereo option for bigger outdoor or wet-area zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is that it still looks like a proper Monitor Audio product, not a compromised utility speaker. The C-CAM driver, twin Gold Dome tweeters, IP55 rating, stainless hardware, and lifetime warranty all make it a very sensible option for bathrooms, alfresco spaces, pool rooms, and other tighter zones where a stereo pair is not realistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new. 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