Yamaha Pendant Speaker VXH8B / VXH8W

Stunning sound from any ceiling

VXH series pendant speakers are an ideal choice for open-structure or sloped ceilings, adding versatility for a variety of environments and sonic needs.

Two models are available: the wide-dispersion 6.5-inch VXH6 for use where the speakers are to be suspended at a relatively low position, and the high-power 8-inch VXH8 with narrower dispersion for higher suspension positions. You can select or mix and match models to achieve the best sound and coverage in any application.

  • 2-way system with 8-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter
  • Narrow dispersion (75°) with “permeable” waveguide and 360W power handling
  • Engineered for optimum BGM and voice reproduction
  • Pendant speaker suitable for high, open structure or sloped ceilings
  • Direct support for low-impedance or high-impedance connections
  • Paintable grilles with magnetic catches
  • 2 x 6 m steel wire cables by Gripple
  • Black and white versions available
  • 7.2 kg (15.9 lbs), Ø356 x D434 mm (Ø14-1/64” D17-3/32”)
  • Single unit package
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Description

 

Two models are available to adapt varying heights in a wide range of applications. The wide-dispersion 6.5-inch VXH6 is ideal for use where the speakers are to be suspended at a relatively low position, while the high-power 8-inch VXH8 has narrower dispersion that is suited for high suspension positions.

 

Yamaha VXH Series: More compact, more beautiful, timeless shape

Clean architectural settings require fixtures that seamlessly blend into their environments while maintaining full functionality. VXH series combine unprecedented acoustical performance and a music instrument inspired design that will be at home in a wide variety of settings.

 

Yamaha VXH Series: World-class Installation Ease and Safety

Gripple suspension hardware and wire kit included for easy, safe height adjustment during installation.

 

Yamaha VXH Series: High-impedance and low-impedance supported

Both high-impedance and low-impedance connections are supported, and speaker wattage can be easily switched even after installation. The need for additional units is minimized and systems can be designed to ideally meet the requirements of any application.

 

 

Secure Installation

Yamaha VXH Series: Secure Installation

A suspension hardware and wire kit from Gripple, the world standard in suspension products, ensure, safe height adjustment during installation.

 

 

Dust and Water Protection

Yamaha VXH Series: Dust and Water Protection

VXH Series speakers are IP45 rated for use in a wide range of environments, including outdoors.

* Not for use in humid places.

 

 

Hi-Z or Lo-Z

Yamaha VXH Series: Hi-Z or Lo-Z

Both high-impedance and low-impedance connections are supported, and speaker wattage can be easily switched even after installation.

 

Portable

Yamaha VXH Series: Portable

A built-in “carrying band” not only makes the speaker easy to carry around, but also increases safety when working on a stepladder.

Paintable

Yamaha VXH Series: Paintable

The supplied grilles can be painted any color to match interior decor.

Speaker typeCoaxial 2 way, Bass reflex type
Frequency range (-10dB)57 Hz – 20 kHz (Full-space:4π)
Nominal coverage75° conical (Full-space:4π)
Crossover Frequencies3 kHz
ComponentsLF8″ (20 cm) Cone
HF1″ (2.5 cm) Soft Dome
Power ratingNOISE90 W
PGM180 W
PEAK360 W
Nominal impedance8 Ω
Transformer taps100V60 W, 30 W, 15 W
70V60 W, 30 W, 15 W, 7.5 W
SPLSensitivity (1W; 1m on axis)94 dB (Full-space:4π)
Peak (Calculated)120 dB (Calculated, 1 m)
I/O connectorsEuroblock (4 pin) × 1 (input: +/-, loop-thru: +/-): Min. wire size AWG 24 (0.2 sq), Max. wire size AWG 12 (3.5 sq)
Protection circuitLoad protectionFull-range power limiting to protect network and transducers
FinishVXH8B Black powder coating (approximate value: Munsell N3), VXH8W White powder coating (approximate value: Munsell N9.3)
DimensionsDiameterØ356 mm (14″)
D434 mm (17 – 3/32″)
Net weight7.2 kg
AccessoriesGripple Kit × 1, Euro Block (4 pin) × 1, Cushion Seal × 1, Back Cover Set × 1, Owner’s Manual × 1, GRIPPLE Kit Installation Guide × 1
Dust and water resistantIP45 (when waterproofing the cover hole)
PackagingSingle package
CertificateUL1480A, NFPA70, CE, RoHS