Public Address Systems

Public address systems allow communication with many people at the same time through a series of speakers built into the walls and ceilings.

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  1. PD BHW40BK 4" Wall Mount Speaker Pair - In/Outdoor Black
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    PD BHW40BK 4" Wall Mount Speaker Pair - In/Outdoor Black
    • Weatherproof IPX5-rated speaker pair
    • Ideal for outdoors and indoors
    • Adjustable rotary switch for 100V or 8 Ohm operation
    • Two way speaker system with crossover network
    • Aluminium marine grade grille
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  2. PD BHW50BK 5.25" Wall Mount Speaker Pair - In/Outdoor Black
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    £119.00
    PD BHW50BK 5.25" Wall Mount Speaker Pair - In/Outdoor Black
    • Weatherproof IPX5 wall loudspeaker pair
    • Adjustable rotary switch for 100V or 8 Ohm operation
    • Two-way speaker system with crossover network
    • Aluminium marine grade grille
    • Easy installation with click-on wall bracket
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    £119.00

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  3. PD CSPB8 8" Ceiling Speaker 100V Line, White
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    PD CSPB8 8" Ceiling Speaker 100V Line, White
    • Flush fitting ceiling speakers offer a modern, discrete appearance
    • Easy installation process with spring-loaded positioning clips
    • Durable white ABS construction blends in seamlessly with any interior design
    • Perfect for use in restaurants, bars, offices and homes
    • Full-range speakers deliver defined background sound production
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  4. PD BGO30 Water Resistant Wall Speakers Pair, Black
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    PD BGO30 Water Resistant Wall Speakers Pair, Black
    • The BG series feature a two way, bass reflex speaker system equipped with a polypropylene woofer, a polyamide dome tweeter and a custom designed crossover network.
    • Specially designed for background music.
    • The weather resistant enclosure with aluminium grille makes this speaker pair ideal for indoor or outdoor use, like terraces, outdoor events, swimming pools, garden areas and marine or boat use.
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  5. Vonyx VX2USB MK2 Twin USB Media Player USB/SD/BT
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    Regular Price £105.00 Special test Price £99.00
    Vonyx VX2USB MK2 Twin USB Media Player USB/SD/BT
    • Professional MP3 player
    • Dual channels with single or master outputs
    • Bluetooth technology and a USB/SD MP3 player on each side
    • Blue LED display with ID3 tag information
    • 1U (19”) rack-mountable for professional applications
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    Regular Price £105.00 Special test Price £99.00

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  6. PD BC65V 6.5" Weatherproof Wall Speakers, Black
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    Regular Price £129.00 Special test Price £119.00
    PD BC65V 6.5" Weatherproof Wall Speakers, Black
    • High power output
    • Weatherproof IP56
    • Suitable for in-and-outdoor use
    • 2 way speaker system with crossover network
    • Marine grade aluminum grille and mounting bracket
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    Regular Price £129.00 Special test Price £119.00

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  7. 12 x 5.25" Commercial Ceiling Speaker System - Background Music System
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    £329.00
    12 x 5.25" Commercial Ceiling Speaker System - Background Music System
    • 100V line single-zone commercial audio system
    • Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
    • RCA line inputs for permanent audio sources
    • Built-in USB/SD MP3 media player
    • Microphone inputs for announcement and speech purposes
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    £329.00

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  8. PD CSPB5 5" Ceiling Speaker, 100V Line
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    Regular Price £16.99 Special test Price £13.99
    PD CSPB5 5" Ceiling Speaker, 100V Line
    • Tappings: 3W, 6W @ 100V
    • 5 inch, white ceiling speaker that can be used for either wall mount or ceiling mount applications
    • Fits flush against the ceiling or wall thanks to the spring loaded positioning clips
    • Quickly connected to other speakers or amplifiers with the screw terminals on the rear of the speaker
    • Fitted with matching transformers for 100V line tapping to provide additional speakers to your 100v line setup
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  9. Active Bluetooth Wall Mounted Music System - PD DS50AB Black - 5.25"
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    £115.00
    Active Bluetooth Wall Mounted Music System - PD DS50AB Black - 5.25"
    • Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
    • AUX input and output for wired connectivity and connection to external audio systems
    • Subwoofer output to expand the system
    • Auto-on function
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    £115.00

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  10. Multimedia Player - PD PDC75 Bluetooth, USB, FM
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    £98.99
    Multimedia Player - PD PDC75 Bluetooth, USB, FM
    • USB/SD MP3 player
    • Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
    • FM radio with external antenna connection
    • 6.3mm Jack or XLR microphone input
    • 3 AUX inputs for wired audio playback
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    £98.99

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  11. PD FCS6 6.5" Low Profile Ceiling Speaker
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    £52.00
    PD FCS6 6.5" Low Profile Ceiling Speaker
    • Magnetic fit steel grille for a neat flush finish.
    • High power ceiling speaker
    • 2-Way coaxial speakers
    • 100V / 8 Ohm operation
    • Supplied per piece
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    £52.00

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  12. DAB Media Player - PD PDC40 - USB & Bluetooth
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    £165.00
    DAB Media Player - PD PDC40 - USB & Bluetooth
    • DAB+ and FM media player
    • Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
    • USB MP3 player to connect a USB device for audio playback
    • 19" rack-mountable design
    • LCD display with blue backlight
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    £165.00

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  13. PD FCS5 5.25" Low Profile Ceiling Speaker
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    £37.00
    PD FCS5 5.25" Low Profile Ceiling Speaker
    • Magnetic fit steel grille for a neat flush finish.
    • High power ceiling speaker
    • 2-Way coaxial speakers
    • 100V / 8 Ohm operation
    • Supplied per piece
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    £37.00

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  14. PD BC40V 4" Passive Wall Speakers Pair, Black
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    Regular Price £73.00 Special test Price £65.99
    PD BC40V 4" Passive Wall Speakers Pair, Black
    • 4” passive wall mounted speakers, black
    • IP56 weatherproofing with aluminum grill
    • 2-way speaker system with crossover network
    • Adjustable power outputs for 100V or 8 Ohm operation
    • Designed for both in/outdoor use
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  15. PD BV40V 4" Wall Speakers Pair, Black
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    Regular Price £43.99 Special test Price £42.23
    PD BV40V 4" Wall Speakers Pair, Black
    • 2x black 4” 100V wall speakers
    • 2-way speaker system with crossover network
    • Vertical, horizontal or angled mounting with included bracket
    • 4” woofer & 1/2" mylar tweeter
    • Ideal for use in pubs & restaurants as a background music system
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    Regular Price £43.99 Special test Price £42.23

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  16. PD HS20 Weatherproof PA System Horn Speaker
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    Regular Price £46.99 Special test Price £43.99
    PD HS20 Weatherproof PA System Horn Speaker
    • High power 100V horn speaker
    • ABS plastic protective housing
    • Weatherproof IP66 rated
    • Mounting bracket included
    • Power taps: 5, 10 and 20W
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  17. Skytec 6.5" White Wall Speakers Pair
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    Regular Price £99.00 Special test Price £88.00
    Skytec 6.5" White Wall Speakers Pair
    • Supplied per pair
    • Mounting brackets supplied
    • 2.5cm Mylar dome tweeter
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    Regular Price £99.00 Special test Price £88.00

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  18. Power Dynamics CH300 PA Horn Loudspeaker 30W - 8 ohms
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    £22.00
    Power Dynamics CH300 PA Horn Loudspeaker 30W - 8 ohms
    • 30W horn speaker
    • IPX6 rated for safe installation in outdoor areas
    • Horn design provides fantastic sound projection
    • Adjustable mount included for ease of installation
    • Stylish white ABS plastic housing
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    £22.00

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  19. E-Audio B416B Wall Speakers & Brackets, Black
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    £32.99
    E-Audio B416B Wall Speakers & Brackets, Black
    • The B416 speakers are excellent for both the modern home and commercial use including multi-room system installation and are highly recommended for PA use.
    • The components have been designed to offer a powerful sound output at all volume levels in most environments.
    • The B416 series are Moisture-Resistant in design, making them suitable for bathrooms, kitchens or sheltered outdoor areas.
    • Made from a tough ABS material for extended durability, and boast crisp, clear, dynamic sound.
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  20. PD BC50V 5.25" Wall Speakers Pair, Black
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    £95.99
    PD BC50V 5.25" Wall Speakers Pair, Black
    • High power output
    • Weatherproof IP56
    • Suitable for In- and Outdoor use
    • 2 way speaker system with crossover network
    • Aluminum Grill and Mounting bracket
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  21. PD CSPB6 6.5" 100V Line Ceiling Speaker
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    £16.00
    PD CSPB6 6.5" 100V Line Ceiling Speaker
    • 100V passive ceiling speaker
    • ABS plastic protective molding
    • 5W/10W 6.5” woofer
    • 130Hz to 15kHz for quality sound reproduction
    • Ideal for home audio systems, restaurants & pubs
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    £16.00

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  22. PD BC65V 6.5" Weatherproof Wall Speakers Pair, White
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    £109.00
    PD BC65V 6.5" Weatherproof Wall Speakers Pair, White
    • High power output
    • Weatherproof IP56
    • Suitable for In- and Outdoor use
    • 2 way speaker system with crossover network
    • Aluminum Grill and Mounting bracket
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    £109.00

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Public address systems are now one of the most commonly found audio relay methods within the commercial sector. Acting as a background music system for staff to interact with or as a fully-fledged public announcement system to advise or alert many people at one time. You will likely find some kind of wall or ceiling speaker in most places of business in the modern-day as they are easy to install and maintain, although they are becoming more and more common as part of the audio setup of all new buildings.

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A public announcement system generally consists of ceiling or wall speakers which often go unnoticed, this is a purposeful design choice so that the speakers can still deliver their function without compromising the decor of the area. Wall-mounted speakers come in a choice of shades that disguise them amongst other design choices in the space itself, ceiling speakers are built to align comfortably to the ceiling itself and do not distract the eye. However small or large the project is, we can accommodate the audio needs of most customers with simplicity.

Public address systems are wired to an amplifier that powers each speaker via hidden cables behind the wall or above the ceiling itself, make sure you have access to these areas. More often than not, the speakers included here will be sold in pairs for balance, however, in some cases, there is the choice to buy them singularly for replacement. Depending on which public announcement system you have chosen, a microphone is included with a button that connects your voice to the speakers themselves, allowing for efficient, widespread communication.

As a background music system, this microphone function may not come into play all that much, but it is good to have it available just in case. The systems can link with Bluetooth and also have multiple options for syncing with smart devices or inputting USB MP3 players in most cases. Personnel and others are free to stream music from their chosen platform, alternatively, connect up an AUX cable and share favourite styles of music with others, listen to a podcast or audiobook and perhaps most importantly, keep team morale high.

Public Announcement System

As mentioned, the speakers within a public announcement system are usually sold as a pair, this is to balance the sound in the ears of the listener. It is better practice to install a larger number of smaller speakers than a lower number of large units, for example in a sizeable space it would be better to situate one small speaker in each quarter of the room as opposed to two larger units in each half. Note that speakers will play the same music at the same volume across all of the units for the balance of sound and consistency of the final listening experience.

In smaller spaces, you can decrease the amount that you need for example a single ceiling speaker could be placed in a small office room for background music purposes. In this instance it is good practice to place this single speaker directly in the centre of the room, anywhere else will bounce sound around the space making for an uncomfortable playback of the sound. Make sure the measurements are correct for the central point of the room, sometimes the shape of space can vary or be uneven, always install with accuracy.

Ceiling and wall speakers are passive more often than not, so do not directly need mains power, although of course, this power must come from somewhere which is why they are run straight to an amplifier with speaker wire. Always ensure that a stereo sound is evenly balanced across the area in question for best results from your line of speakers. Audio installations such as this are designed to give a stereo sound from an amplifier that can interpret both left and right channels, making placement fairly important, feel free to call our sales department for some advice on this subject should you need it.

What is a background music system?

Having background music is more important than we first realise, more often than not restaurants have music at a reasonable volume as customers dine and chat. Hotels of all sizes and star ratings often have BGM (background music) in their lobby and elevator to accompany guests heading to an upper floor. Airports use background music for duty-free shopping areas and in-between gates, even the airplanes themselves have similar ceiling speakers built-in for passenger advisements.

Having some BGM in the workplace, especially during fast-paced, physical work such as warehousing, can improve productivity greatly. Wall speakers tend to be the louder choice but when combined with some uptempo music, the tempo of the music often encourages personnel to work somewhat faster, whether they realise this or not. There are also places where the inclusion of background music is almost essential, such as wedding ceremony venues, pubs, bars and social clubs.

Where possible, select some 4 core speaker wire to run between your amplifier and installation speakers, this reduces the amount of wiring work by up to fifty percent. If somebody is living above the ceiling you intend to install speakers into, it is a legal requirement to install additional fire hoods to help maintain the ceiling structure in the event of an emergency. On the bright side, these hoods can also act as a mini sound barrier so even when your volume is increased it will be less likely that those habituating upstairs will not be so easily disturbed through their floors.

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