{"product_id":"monitor-audio-w180-8-inch-in-wall-speaker","title":"Monitor Audio W180 8-inch In-wall Speaker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMonitor Audio W180 In-Wall Speaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8-inch in-wall speaker with an MMP II bass driver, pivoting C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter, and stronger output for rooms that need more scale from a clean architectural install.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe W180 is the sensible step up when a smaller in-wall speaker might feel a bit light. It is still part of the straightforward Basics range, but the larger driver, higher power handling, and stronger sensitivity make it better suited to bigger rooms or systems where the wall speaker needs a bit more body and authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio says it uses an 8-inch MMP II cone bass driver and a 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter to deliver high-performance sound, ease-of-drive, and wide frequency response and dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBigger Driver, More Breathing Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA stronger option when the room needs more weight and coverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe W180 uses an 8-inch MMP II cone bass driver and a 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter. That is the kind of layout that makes sense when you want an in-wall speaker to sound more confident and less like background fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe published figures back that up. Frequency response is 50 Hz – 25 kHz, sensitivity is 90 dB, power handling is 120 W RMS, and recommended amplifier power is 30 – 120 W. For an in-wall speaker in this category, those are solid numbers and point to a model that should feel more substantial than the smaller W165.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePivoting Tweeter and HF Adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasier to aim and easier to tune for the room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio says optimum imaging and set-up are established via a pivoting tweeter and high-frequency level adjustment with +3 dB \/ 0 dB \/ -3 dB settings. That is a useful feature set because wall speakers do not always end up in the ideal position relative to the listening area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, that gives the W180 a bit more flexibility in real rooms. You get some control over where the treble energy goes and a little help taming or lifting the top end depending on the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStraightforward Installation with Large-Format Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA practical wall speaker for cleaner custom-install work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor Audio lists the W180 with 6 position Tri-Grip dog fixings, a 387 x 234 mm cut-out, and 100 mm mounting depth. It also lists the WB8 Pre-Construction Bracket and WCBOX-L back box as matching accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat keeps it practical for both planned installs and cleaner retrofit work. It is the sort of speaker that looks easy to specify when the priority is neat in-wall audio without unnecessary fuss.\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\u003eW180\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eIn-Wall Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRange\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBasics\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e50 Hz – 25 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSensitivity (1W@1M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e90 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e111.6 dBA\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePower Handling (RMS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e120 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e30 – 120 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDrive Unit Complement\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e8-inch MMP II cone bass driver, 1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAdjustment Controls\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\u003eOverall Dimensions (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e441 x 288 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOverall Depth (Including Grille)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e104 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMounting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e100 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCut-Out Hole Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e387 x 234 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eFixing Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6 position Tri-Grip dog fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConstruction Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMineral filled ABS, RoHS compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e3.08 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003ePre-Construction Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWB8 Pre-Construction Bracket (Green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBack Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWCBOX-L\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\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\u003eIn-wall speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMonitor Audio Basics range\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-performance sound, ease-of-drive, and wide dispersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSingle speaker supplied with grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDriver Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e8-inch MMP II cone bass driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1-inch C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 50 Hz – 25 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNominal impedance: 6 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 90 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 111.6 dBA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePower handling: 120 W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended amplifier power: 30 – 120 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAdjustment and Set-Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePivoting tweeter\u003c\/li\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\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall dimensions including grille: 441 x 288 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOverall depth including grille: 104 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMounting depth: 100 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCut-out hole dimensions: 387 x 234 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFixing type: 6 position Tri-Grip dog fixings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConstruction material: Mineral filled ABS, RoHS compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWB8 Pre-Construction Bracket (Green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWCBOX-L back box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWeight and Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.08 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 W180 makes a lot of sense when the brief is a straightforward in-wall speaker, but the room needs a bit more scale than the smaller models usually deliver. The larger 8-inch driver and stronger power handling are the important parts here. They should help the speaker feel more relaxed and more convincing in bigger spaces without making the install complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is that it stays commercially honest. It is still easy to understand, easy enough to drive, and backed by useful accessory support and a lifetime warranty. For the right room, it looks like a very clean option when you want an in-wall speaker with a bit more authority than the entry-size alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new. 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