ASHLY IS3.8PW 8 x 3" Passive Dual-Z Focused Directivity Column Speaker (Single, White)

Product Overview

The Ashly IS3.8PW is the white-finish version of the IS3.8P passive Dual-Z Focused Directivity column speaker, offering the same commercial-grade audio performance in an enclosure designed to blend with light-colored interiors. Powered by 8 x 3" neodymium drivers in an all-metal column array, it delivers 240W continuous power handling, ultra-wide 170° horizontal dispersion, and tightly controlled 25° vertical coverage for superior speech intelligibility in commercial AV installations. The switchable 8 Ω / 32 Ω dual-impedance design supports both standard and multi-speaker distributed configurations without external transformers. It is a direct match for boardrooms, conference rooms, and houses of worship where white or neutral-finish speakers are specified.

Product Description

The IS3.8PW shares the same driver array and electronics as the IS3.8P but features a white, chip-resistant polymer-coated all-metal enclosure that suits architectural spaces requiring visually unobtrusive audio. The column array design produces consistent sound levels from the front of a room to the back, making it especially effective in reverberant commercial environments such as stone-floored lobbies, tile-clad training rooms, and hard-surface conference centers.

The dual-impedance switch eliminates the need for transformer matching when running multiple speakers per channel in distributed paging or background music systems. Two IS3.8PW units can be stacked vertically with the optional ISJP2B joining plate for additional output in larger rooms. Speaker Voice Presets for Ashly Protea and AquaControl DSP processors are available, and flush wall brackets ship in the box. Pair with the SP12.1P or SP8.1P passive subwoofer and a compatible Ashly amplifier for a full-range system.

Key Features

• 8 x 3" Neodymium Drivers — Eight 3-inch full-range neodymium transducers handle 240W continuous at 8 Ω.
• Dual-Z Focused Directivity — 170° horizontal / 25° vertical dispersion minimizes ceiling reflections while covering the full audience area.
• Switchable 8 Ω / 32 Ω Impedance — Multiple speakers per amplifier channel in distributed configurations without transformers.
• White All-Metal Enclosure — Chip-resistant polymer coating, suitable for white-spec architectural installations.
• Included Flush Wall Brackets — Ready to mount out of the box; optional pole, tripod, and tilt wall mounts available separately.
• DSP Voice Presets — Pre-optimized presets for Ashly Protea and AquaControl DSP-enabled amplifiers.
• Stackable — Stack two units vertically using the optional ISJP2B joining plate for larger venues.
• Euroblock + Speakon Connectors — 4-pin Euroblock and Speakon/NL4 in/thru for flexible installed-system wiring.

Typical Applications

• Conference room and boardroom audio
• House of worship speech reinforcement
• Corporate all-hands and multipurpose rooms
• Training rooms and auditoriums
• Government and commercial meeting spaces
• Airport terminals and public address systems

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the IS3.8P and the IS3.8PW?

The only difference is finish color. The IS3.8P is black; the IS3.8PW is white. Both share identical drivers, power handling, impedance, and dispersion characteristics.

Can I run multiple IS3.8PW speakers on one amplifier channel?

Yes. Switch the impedance to 32 Ω and connect up to four speakers in parallel on a standard 8 Ω amplifier output. No external transformer is required.

Is the IS3.8PW stackable?

Yes. Two IS3.8PW units can be joined vertically using the optional Ashly ISJP2B joining plate for greater SPL and extended throw in larger rooms.

What amplifier pairings are recommended?

Ashly Protea and AquaControl DSP-enabled amplifiers are the recommended pairing, with downloadable Speaker Voice Presets for optimized performance.

What mounting hardware is included?

Flush wall-mount brackets are included. Optional accessories include the ISFWB3.8 fixed wall bracket, ISPM1B / ISPM6B speaker poles, ISTR7B tripod stand, and ISTWMB tilt wall mount.

Can the IS3.8PW be used outdoors?

No. The IS3.8PW is designed for indoor commercial installation. It does not have an IP weather-resistance rating. For outdoor use, consider the Ashly AW IP54-rated surface-mount speaker series.