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. Black 5.25" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-5TN
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    Black 5.25" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-5TN
    • Average power output of 40W for consistent and reliable results
    • Rustproof, IP66 rated speakers to be installed indoors or outdoors
    • Frequency response ranges from midbass to bright high-end
    • Rotatable mounting brackets included with stainless steel screws
    • Tappings mean it can be used as a low impedance or 100V line speaker
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  2. White 4" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-4TB
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    White 4" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-4TB
    • IP66 rated speakers for indoor and outdoor use
    • Included mounting bracket that can rotate left and right and is weather treated
    • Large frequency response ranging from mid-bass to defined high-end
    • Aluminium grille protects the speaker from damage, dust and water
    • Distortion-free sound to provide background and ambient sound in rooms/venues
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  3. 5.25" Black Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-5TN
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    5.25" Black Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-5TN
    • Weatherproof IP66 rated wall speakers can be permanently installed outside
    • Compatible in a 100V line system setup with integrated 100V transformer and multiple power taps
    • Wall brackets supplied can angle where the speaker faces to enhance the sound dispersion
    • Full-range speakers feature a woofer and tweeter which distribute frequencies for defined sound production
    • Modern, black plastic wall speakers have a durable build that blends into any venue's surroundings
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  4. 4" White Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TB
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    4" White Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TB
    • Passive wall-mounted speakers with a modern white finish
    • Multiple power tappings for different sized systems
    • Weatherproof design for outdoor installation
    • Included wall brackets and steel safety cables
    • High-quality stereo audio when connected to a suitable amplifier
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  5. 4" White Outdoor Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TB
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    4" White Outdoor Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TB
    • Pair of passive wall-mountable speakers with a white finish
    • Weatherproof design for outdoor installation
    • 2-way design providing a wide frequency range
    • Multiple power tappings available for different sized systems
    • Wall brackets and steel safety cables included for installation
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  6. Fonestar GAT-601 6.5" 100V Ceiling Speaker
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    Fonestar GAT-601 6.5" 100V Ceiling Speaker
    • The GAT-601 from Fonestar is a 6.
    • 5" double cone ceiling speaker with built in spring loaded clamps for fast installation.
    • Made from durable white ABS plastic with a stylish white steel mesh grille, this speaker sits near flush to the ceiling for a unobtrusive look.
    • Designed to operate on the 100V line system, the GAT-601 can be tapped at 6W or 3W RMS to suit daisy-chain type multiple speaker installations.
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  7. 5.25" Black Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-5TN
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    5.25" Black Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-5TN
    • Weather treated speakers with an IP66 rating for suitable outdoor use
    • Can be used in a 100V line system set up due to the built-in 100V transformer and switchable power taps
    • Pivotal brackets included to easily install the speakers on wall surfaces
    • Two-way speaker design with full-range sound production to output all aspects of background music
    • Stylish matte black finished wall speakers fitted with a waterproof aluminium grille
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  8. Fonestar TDO-45BOX Invisible Speaker Installation Box
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    £159.00
    Fonestar TDO-45BOX Invisible Speaker Installation Box
    • In-wall hidden speaker installation box
    • Designed for the Fonestar TDO-45 speakers
    • High-quality materials with a lightweight design
    • Suitable for installation in plasterboard walls
    • Ideal for commercial installations
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  9. 4 x 4" White Wall Mounted Speaker System Package
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    4 x 4" White Wall Mounted Speaker System Package
    • Bluetooth and MP3 player enabled amplifier to play music wirelessly or from USB sticks and SD cards
    • IP66 rated wall speakers can be used inside and outside
    • 100V line system option due to the speakers multiple power taps
    • 6 channel amp with microphone inputs and RCA line-ins to use multiple devices
    • Adjustable bass and treble levels to create your preferred output tone
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  10. 6 x 4" White Wall Mounted Sound System Package
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    £659.00
    6 x 4" White Wall Mounted Sound System Package
    • Complete sound system for commercial settings
    • Wireless Bluetooth technology for audio streaming
    • Integrated MP3 player with USB and SD ports
    • Weatherproof speaker design for outdoor installation
    • 2-way wall-mountable speakers providing a wide frequency range
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  11. 6 x 4" White Weatherproof Outdoor PA System Package
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    6 x 4" White Weatherproof Outdoor PA System Package
    • Commercial sound system with wall-mounted speakers
    • Weatherproof speaker design for outdoor installation
    • Bluetooth technology for wireless audio streaming
    • Built-in USB/SD MP3 player with an LCD display menu
    • 2-way speaker design offering a wide frequency range
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  12. Fonestar GA-8029 8" Ceiling Speaker
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    Fonestar GA-8029 8" Ceiling Speaker
    • Power: 60 W Maximum
    • Loudspeakers: 8 Coaxial HiFi with Tweeter
    • Response: 30-20,000 Hz
    • Impedance: 8 Ohm.
    • Sensitivity: 90 Db At 1 W/1 M
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  13. Fonestar GA-6016 6.5" Ceiling Speaker
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    Fonestar GA-6016 6.5" Ceiling Speaker
    • Power: 30 W Maximum
    • Loudspeakers: 6.5 Double Cone HiFi
    • Response: 130-18,000 Hz
    • Impedance: 16 Ohm.
    • Sensitivity: 90 Db At 1 W/1 M
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  14. 4" Black Outdoor Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TN
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    4" Black Outdoor Weatherproof Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TN
    • Black wall-mounted passive speaker pair
    • Weather-resistant design for outdoor installation
    • 2-way design for efficient and accurate sound reproduction
    • 8-Ohm low impedance or 100V line operation with power tappings
    • Wall brackets and steel safety cables included
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  15. 6 x 5.25" Black Wall Mounted Sound System - Sonora-5TN
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    6 x 5.25" Black Wall Mounted Sound System - Sonora-5TN
    • Full commercial on-wall audio system
    • Bluetooth technology to stream audio wirelessly
    • 2-way speaker design for accurate sound reproduction
    • Independent volume control per input channel
    • Inbuilt MP3 player with USB and SD ports
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  16. Fonestar GAT-601 6.5" 100V Ceiling Speaker & PBA60 Amplifier, Set of 6
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    Fonestar GAT-601 6.5" 100V Ceiling Speaker & PBA60 Amplifier, Set of 6
    • 6x Fonestar GAT-601 100v 6.5 Inch Ceiling Speaker
    • 1x PD 952.093 PBA60 100V Line Amplifier 60W
    • 10x Skytronic 1MFIG Copper Speaker Cable
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  17. Black 4" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-4TN
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    Black 4" Wall Mount Speaker - Fonestar Sonora-4TN
    • IP66-rated black weatherproof speaker and weather treated mounting bracket
    • Four-inch woofer can provide clear midbass, perfect for background sound
    • Mounting bracket and steel screws supplied for instant installation
    • Reliable, consistent powerful output with 30W RMS
    • 100V line transformer for the option of using in a complete speaker system
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  18. 4" Black Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TN
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    £120.00
    4" Black Wall Mount Speaker Pair - Fonestar SONORA-4TN
    • Pair of passive wall-mounted speakers with a black finish
    • Weatherproof IP66 rating for outdoor installation
    • 2-way design with a separate woofer and tweeter per unit
    • 100V line or low-impedance operation for small or large systems
    • Wall brackets and steel safety cables included
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  19. 4 x 4" Black Wall Mounted Speaker System Package
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    4 x 4" Black Wall Mounted Speaker System Package
    • IP66 rated speakers have a waterproof aluminium grille and weather-resistant brackets
    • Bluetooth connectivity featured for wireless audio streaming from paired smart devices
    • Inbuilt MP3-player that automatically reads audio files from inserted USB sticks/SD cards
    • 100V line system of varying sizes can be setup due to the speaker's multiple power taps
    • Adjustable bass and treble levels to set an output tone that suits your preference
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  20. 4 x 5.25" Black Outdoor Speaker System Package - Sonora-5TN
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    £589.00
    4 x 5.25" Black Outdoor Speaker System Package - Sonora-5TN
    • Complete outdoor sound system for background music
    • Switchable line and mic inputs with independent volume control
    • Inbuilt MP3 player with USB and SD ports
    • Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming
    • 2-way weatherproof IP66 rated speakers for outdoor installation
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  21. 8 x 5.25" Black Wall Mounted Music System Package - Sonora-5TN
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    £989.00
    8 x 5.25" Black Wall Mounted Music System Package - Sonora-5TN
    • Complete on-wall background music and speech system
    • 2-way speaker design providing well-rounded frequency output
    • Bluetooth technology to stream audio wirelessly from a smart device
    • Integrated MP3 player with USB and SD connections
    • Switchable mic and line inputs with independent volume control
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  22. 6 x 4" Black Weatherproof Outdoor PA System Package
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    £649.00
    6 x 4" Black Weatherproof Outdoor PA System Package
    • Wall-mounted sound system for commercial settings
    • Bluetooth connectivity to stream audio wirelessly
    • Mic and line inputs with independent volume control per channel
    • Weatherproof IP66 speaker rating for outdoor installation
    • Full adjustable bass and treble dials for custom frequency output
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are public address systems?

Public address systems are all-in-one audio solutions that commonly include an amplifier with several installed speakers. They are generally used to address people and play background music using devices such as paging microphones and laptop, and they are most commonly used in places such as restaurants, schools, retail stores, and warehouses.

What to look for when buying a public address system?

When buying a public address system, it is important to consider how many speakers, the type of speakers, and the available input options each system has. For example, if you are looking for a system that allows you to speak through a microphone and play music in a small commercial area such as a retail store, then perhaps a ceiling speaker system with around 4 speakers would be best for you.

On the other hand, you may need a system with higher volume levels that covers a larger area, such as a warehouse or restaurant. In that case, a wall speaker system with several speakers would be better for you. If you need any help on finding a suitable public address system for your requirements, please contact our knowledgeable sales team.

Are ceiling or wall mounted speakers better?

Ceiling and wall-mounted speakers are each great for different purposes, so it depends on what you want to achieve with your public address system when deciding on wall or ceiling-mounted speakers. Ceiling speakers are better in indoor environments for background music, while wall speakers are better for larger, open areas such as warehouses and factories to achieve higher volume levels.

What is mic priority?

Most public address systems will have a microphone priority function, which lowers the volume level of other inputs, such as a laptop playing music, when speaking into a microphone. This allows for clear and concise communication with staff and customers in commercial establishments, and is most commonly heard in supermarkets.

Does more watts mean louder?

In public address systems, the wattage of a speaker can determine how loud it will be, but this is not always the case. For example, a cheaper speaker could operate at 20 watts, but still be quieter than a more expensive speaker that operates at 10 watts, due to the higher quality components and better use of its power. A good factor to consider when calculating how loud a public address system will be is the size of the speakers. Generally, a larger speaker will be able to reach higher volumes and utilise a wider range of frequencies.

How do public address systems work?

Public address systems work using an amplifier that powers multiple installed speakers. They are more often than not 100V systems, which allows for parallel wiring (daisy-chaining) of multiple speaker units, covering a wide area easily. The amplifier in each public address system not only supplies power to the speakers, but also has inputs such as Bluetooth, AUX, microphone-in, and MP3 players, where you can then use built-in controls to adjust audio levels of each input as required.

What types of public address systems are there?

There are three main types of public address systems - ceiling, wall, and outdoor systems. Ceiling speaker systems consist of speakers that are installed in cutouts in the ceiling, which is great for indoor establishments for background music and announcements. Wall systems include on-wall speakers, which are great for reaching higher volume levels with wider sound dispersion. Outdoor systems can include either on-wall speakers or horn speakers, which are each better for different purposes.

If you need any help deciding on a suitable public address system, please get in touch with our sales team for free advice.

Do public address systems have Bluetooth?

Yes, the vast majority of public address systems will include an amplifier that has a built-in Bluetooth receiver, although this isn’t always the case so it is important to check each system before deciding on one. Using Bluetooth technology, you can quickly pair a smartphone, tablet, or laptop with the system, which is ideal in places such as warehouses and offices for employees to easily play their own music.

Do I need a public address system?

If you have a commercial establishment and you want to play music and communicate vocally with staff and customers, a public address system is very important. They give you the ability to play music at varying volume levels, as well as connect paging microphones to speak to your entire building.

Can I use a public address system for live music?

No, public address systems should not be used for live music such as band performances or DJ sets, as they are only designed for background-level audio. It is important to use a proper PA system for live music, otherwise you could overdrive the speakers in your public address system and cause permanent damage to its components.